"God & Family is my, why. Dreams definitely come true!"

Kristal Hacker, CEO, Founder

A little about me: I've had a camera in my hand since the age of 5. I started Hacker Medias in 2013 with a vision from God during a leave from my full-time job at the time. I started with a small seed of faith and here we are now! Twelve years later, still capturing YOUR families moments that will last forever! <3

As a kid I flipped through my grandparents photo albums over & over. I was always amazed to see how things looked "back then" along with seeing generations of family members I would never get to meet. Memories fade but portraits and the emotions I capture last forever.

I'm also a freelance photographer for City Scope Magazine and a two-time BEC Award winner for Best Photographer in Chattanooga and now Hall of Fame Inductee. I don't say that to brag — I say it because it means the community I serve has shown up for me, and I don't take that lightly.

When I'm not behind the lens you'll find me hosting game nights and cookouts, painting custom sets in the studio, pulling pranks on the people I love, or somewhere on the road with my family cheering on our kids. I'm silly, I'm creative, I'm driven — and once you're in my world, you're family.

If any of this sounds like your kind of person — I'd love to be your photographer. Let's make something beautiful together.

Meet your Photographer

Couples dressed in all black during photoshoot.

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Nigerian princess posing in purple dress during photoshoot at Hacker Medias photography studio.
Couple doing a first dance during reception at Parkside Hall.

Random facts about yours truly

13

Years I've been married to my high school sweetheart! 

2

We have two beautiful children who keep us busy from sports, outings, and family night.

5

The number of years I've been a full-time photographer. #blessed!

300+

The amount of clients I've served over the years.

Hacker and Batts family portrait for City Scope magazine in Chattanooga, TN.

LEarn more about my family

cityscope magazine - Southern woman issue

Many of you may not know I am a freelance photographer for City Scope magazine. This year they rolled out a new magazine, Southern Woman. It was a pleasure to be featured and introduce my family and talk about the traditions & values that have been passed down. Click the link below to review the article and learn just a little more about me and the ones I love.
(Pages 115 & 122)

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