Terrace Club Dripping Springs Wedding | Vanessa & Luis

Vanessa and Luis are the sweetest couple! Working with these two was such a blessing. Never have I met anyone as sincere and kind-hearted as them. We were fortunate enough to be their photographer for all milestones of this new adventure, including their the engagements, bridals, wedding and reception. Every minute spent with Vanessa and Luis was filled with such wonderful and fun memories!

Cheers to the Happy Couple

The newlyweds met at Texas A&M and instantly knew there was something special about each other. I loved their engagement photos, because they sported their maroon and gold colors! Vanessa looked stunning in a sparkly gold skirt, and Luis wore a maroon shirt that matched. They did a few wardrobe changes, and I was obsessed with every outfit Vanessa chose. She has such beautiful taste in clothing. Luis looked handsome as can be, and I loved how he looked at his lady. These two have such adoration for each other. It was precious!

We love getting to capture these memories at the Terrace Club in Dripping Springs, they have an amazing sunset view! Vanessa and Luis’ wedding was beautiful, charming, and filled with love. Not only did they make an effort to decorate and dress to perfection, but their shared emotions made the day so special. They each wrote a letter to each other, and read it alone. It was such an intimate part of their wedding day, and both of them were in tears after reading. They also did a first look, which is one of my favorite moments to photograph. It is such a beautiful moment that helps relieve the nerves before walking down the aisle.

Beautiful Memories. Timeless Moments.

I have to say though, my all-time favorite part of the wedding was when Vanessa and Luis read their vows at the altar. Their words were put together in such an amazing way, and it was obvious that these two hearts were made to love each other. Their love is undeniable. After the ceremony, the reception followed, and what a fun time it was! Their guests had a blast dancing and celebrating the newlyweds. I am so happy for Vanessa and Luis. Congratulations to this amazing couple!

What an absolutely gorgeous couple. It was nothing short of an honor capturing these memories for Vanessa and Luis as their Terrace Club Dripping Springs Wedding photographer!

The Driskill Wedding | Ashley & Matt

Ashley and Matt love everything timeless and classic, which can clearly be seen by their wedding at The Driskill. All of the choices a bride and groom must make for their wedding day were made by these two with an effort to maintain that timeless feel. The cathedral they were married in was magnificent, inside and out; a direct reflection of this couple. They had a beautifully traditional, Catholic ceremony, filled to the brim with stunning details. Although the bridesmaids were given the freedom to choose the cut of their dress, they all donned classic black which was matched perfectly by the groomsmen, who donned traditional tuxedos and black bow ties. What a great looking group!

A Stunning Bride. A Stunning Day.

Ashley was a stunning bride! Her lace gown and cathedral train trimmed in lace were pure perfection. It was a family affair helping her to get ready, as he broke the typical “getting ready mold” of Mom helping the bride by inviting Dad in to join his two lovely ladies. It was such a sweet moment seeing him place his daughter’s veil. Seeing how close she is with her father made it that much more meaningful when he gave her away to Matt.

The couple was surrounded by supportive family and friends who were thrilled to celebrate their union. After the conclusion of the ceremony everyone headed to the Driskill Hotel. This venue is awe inspiring. It feels like going back in time, a perfect combination of class and history. Our favorite spot was the foyer, which always makes for an amazing space to capture images. The traditional father-daughter, and mother-son dances tugged at our heartstrings, and everyone was more than happy to join the fun on the dance floor.

Classic Elegance

The live band kept everybody moving and grooving throughout the night. Sticking to their style, their cake was classic. It even had the adorable bride and groom cake topper in their likeness. These two have great taste in design and decor as well as in choosing their life partner. They are a perfect match and their big day was a beautiful way to kick off forever together.

Venues : Saint Mary’s Catholic Church & The Driskill Hotel

Coordination : Stephanie at Frills Consulting

Florals : Petal Pushers

Capturing Ashley and Matt’s Wedding at The Driskill was such an honor. We wish them nothing but the best and happiest wishes for a life full of joy and laughter. How gorgeous is this venue?!

The Winfield Inn Wedding | Ashley & Eric

Being a wedding photographer and videographer, I get to hear all kinds of love stories. From high school sweethearts, to blind dates, to gym meetings, every story and couple is unique. It’s always interesting to hear the tale from each person’s perspective. Especially years down the line when memories fade and details become foggy. Capturing the memories of this The Winfield Inn Wedding for Ashley and Eric was nothing short of magic!

An Unsuspecting Love Story

Ashley and Eric tied the knot this February, after meeting on a seemingly normal night out in Houston six years ago. Eric happened to be wearing a flannel shirt that caught Ashley’s eye. Funny enough, it became a topic of conversation amongst her friends. Ashley’s friend knew she wanted to talk to him, and decided to initiate the conversation by pushing her into an unsuspecting Eric. They hit it off, and the rest is history! Kind of…

Neither of them had any interest in getting married. They were so against it, in fact, they set a break-up date. Obviously they didn’t abide by that date, nor their vow to never get married, and we’ve never been so happy to see someone’s vows not come to fruition. Seriously, Ashley and Eric are two really awesome people, and we were totally thrilled to see them get married. They had a gorgeous ceremony and reception at Winfield Inn surrounded by all their loved ones and everyone had a blast. Now, somebody needs to frame that flannel, as an ode to all the things we said we would never do, but end up happy we stepped out of our comfort zone and did them anyways. Cheers to the newlyweds!

A stunning couple. A stunning day. What more could we ask for as Ashley ad Eric’s photographers at their The Winfield Inn Wedding. We wish them nothing but the best and happiest wishes!

Katlyn and Dylan | Villa Del Lago Wedding

There are so many different options when it comes to wedding decor. From regal and elegant to rustic and DIY, you can find just about anything to fit your vision and theme. Whatever you decide though, seeing it all come together on that big day is priceless. Being able to document and cherish that process is one few people are lucky enough to experience. Katlyn and Dylan here are among the lucky few, blogging their entire wedding planning process. You can read more about that process on her amazing blog here!

Katlyn and Dylan’s Gorgeous Villa Del Lago Wedding

Katlyn and Dylan got married at Villa Del Lago on Lake Travis. Their wedding was so beautiful and timeless. Katlyn looked absolutely stunning in a lace mermaid gown, while her wedding party wowed in every shade of gold. She is a style and beauty expert, so she definitely has an eye for fashion and what looks aesthetically pleasing. From the white rose bouquets, to the gold photo frames, to the perfectly manicured tables… this event was the definition of elegance.

Katlyn and Dylan started their courtship on twitter, and met up hundreds of miles from their respective homes and she says she knew the day they met that she would marry Dylan. What a great story these two have! It was a beautiful event for an even more beautiful couple, and I have a feeling they will have so many more amazing stories to tell in their future as husband and wife.

What a gorgeous day these two planned! Being Katlyn and Dylan’s Villa Del Lago Wedding photographer was nothing short of an absolute joy!

Union on Eighth Wedding Photography | Ryan and Lindsay

We were especially honored to be chosen to capture this Union on Eighth Wedding Photography. As Ryan and Lindsay are amazing photographers themselves, it was quite a compliment!

This facility is the perfect combination of rugged and romantic. Wooden beams, gorgeous farmhouse style tables, a rusted patina wall, a courtyard surrounded with ivy covered brick – I am not sure we could choose a more perfect spot for this wedding to have taken place. And did I mention the vintage Airstream? It is located right in the historic Georgetown square, who could ask for a better location?

Ryan and Lindsay’s Gorgeous Day

We love all of their personal touches, like including their Australian Shepherd in every part of their day (he even earned a spot on the Groom’s cake!), and placing an apple sticker on Lindsay’s bouquet (because to put it lightly, Ryan is obsessed with apples)!

Getting ready with these two was so much fun! Lindsey’s ribbon laced rose-gold glitter sneakers and her bridal party who was anxious to get to the pizza! Ryan’s friends each sported their own unique socks under their formal wear and had an absolute blast getting ready together.

It was such a tender moment when they brought Lindsey’s father in to see his daughter before her wedding. I got a little choked up myself! Nothing could prepare us for the first look between Ryan and Lindsey in the garden, though. It was a beautiful moment beyond compare. You could literally feel the emotion and excitement fill the courtyard. She took his (and our) breath away!

Their Intimate Vows

Also, they wanted to share personal vows for one another, but were a little nervous to do so in front of 150 people. Who could blame them? They shared their vows, and a few tears, with only their bridal party and immediate family. What a beautiful moment we were blessed to capture. It was amazing, and we highly recommend doing this for anyone who wants their vows to be intimate and special, but also not cry their eyes out in front of tons of people! We adored this moment!!

The reception was an absolutely wonderful time, with endless laughter and dancing under the twinkling lights. The fun was followed by some quiet, more intimate moments between Ryan and Lindsey as we reflected upon the day behind them, the moments between them, and the life ahead of them (while taking some super fun night portraits)!

Their highlight film is a MUST WATCH! Watch the full thing below!

Capturing this Union on Eighth Wedding Photography was an absolute honor. We have seldom seen such a beautiful love shared by two souls.

Camp Lucy Ian’s Chapel Wedding | Kristin and Craig

It takes a village to pull off the perfect wedding. Picking the right venue, hiring the best vendors, and working out all the little details so everything goes as planned. It’s so nice to have your own little village along the way to support and celebrate your big day.

Kristin and Craig’s Dripping Spring’s Wedding

Kristin and Craig got married at Ian’s Chapel at Camp Lucy in Dripping Springs right outside of Austin. Their village included a great network of friends and family, along with their adorable dog Buddy. As dog lovers, we really love seeing their fur baby incorporated in their big day. You can tell they truly adore him and wanted him to be included in all the festivities. He walked down the aisle with the flower girl, and took part in some group shots after the ceremony. He even joined in on the dance floor at the reception afterwards!. How cute!?He was a great sport and so well behaved.

The beautiful Texas hill country made the perfect backdrop for Kristin and Craig’s heartfelt ceremony. Camp Lucy has some great architecture and gorgeous views that we took full advantage of. The reception was equally beautiful with simple and elegant decor. These newlyweds and their friends sure know how to have a great time and really lit up the dance floor. We had so much fun soaking up the vibrant energy as we captured these memories. It was a fantastic time, and everyone involved played a part in making the day absolutely perfect. Kristin and Craig have a wonderful village surrounding them, and I know these sweethearts have a bright future ahead as husband and wife.

A more stunning couple would be hard to come by. We were so incredibly blessed to be their Camp Lucy Ian’s Chapel Wedding photographers!

Kellie and Jacob | Vista West Ranch Wedding

Kellie and Jacob are two sweet, adventurous souls! They met at Texas A&M, and these Aggies have since traveled the world together. When they’re together, they’re up for anything. We first met them during their engagement session, and they were such a delight together and so playful. The wide open field with the rustic barn, the charming wooden swing, and beautiful glow of sunlight was just a preview for the warm southern personality of their wedding day! A few months later, we were so excited for their Vista West Ranch wedding!

Kellie and Jacob’s Big Day

Kellie and her family and friends were able to spend the morning together. They got ready in the bridal suite of the Vista West Ranch in the scenic Texas Hill Country. She looked like she could have been featured in a magazine as her off-the-shoulder mermaid style gown with sparkling silver applique accents. The friendship of her bridal party, their sheer expression of love, and their prayer over her blessing her wedding day was a true testament to Kellie’s own warmth. And I was thrilled to be there to capture such emotion, and even a tear from the bride as she read a heartfelt note from Jacob as she prepared to meet him at the ceremony.

The juxtaposition of the elegance of the wedding party in the soft, light colors and the delicate flowers by Petal Pushers against weathered wood and rusted tin of the venue was absolutely perfect! And just look at the smiles as the couple exchanged their vows! So happy!

The reception was gorgeous with family style seating at long barnwood tables allowed for plenty of time for mingling. And ladder-ball! And as the sun continued to set, the willow sphere lighting stole the show looking like little sparklers indoors! The fun of the evening did not stop as they danced, posed with photo props, laughed, and served donuts!!

We adore Kellie’s love of all things Disney and both of their great big hearts!

What a gorgeous day spent with an even more gorgeous couple. We are so blessed to have played a role in Kellie and Jacob’s Vista West Ranch Wedding! Make sure to check out more sweet vows from The Bird and the Bear Photography.

Venue – Vista West Ranch

Florals – Petal Pushers

Ian Chapel Wedding Photographer | Allie and Jeremy

Growing up, many women will tell you they’ve dreamt and fantasized of their wedding from the time they were a little girl. The beautiful gown, the whimsical decor, and the overall feeling of a fairy tale can certainly peek the curiosity of a child who spends hours a day brushing her hair, singing Disney songs, and twirling around the house in dresses fit for a princess. Only later do they realize the true fairy tale comes not from the beautiful decor, but the years of meaningful commitment ahead.

Allie and Jeremy’s Ian Chapel Wedding

Allie and Jeremy recently had their fairy tale wedding at Ian’s Chapel at Camp Lucy, and as you can see…it was stunning, She had dreamt about her wedding for years, and was excited to finally plan with Jeremy a ceremony befitting both of them. They dated long distance for three years, and after realizing the integral part in their relationship their friends and family played to support them, they decided on a truly intimate wedding. It was their wish that those who had been a part of their relationship for the past five years be by their side. They wanted to share with them the celebration of one of the most important days in their life…Becoming husband and wife.

The spot Allie and Jeremy chose at Camp Lucy was perfect for the romantic and intimate ceremony they had envisioned. The guests were able to spend their weekend in cabins on the beautiful property while bonding over drinks, s’mores, and stories by the fire pit. There was romance in every detail. From the sparkling chandeliers hanging above the impeccably decorated farm tables, to the sweet flower petals lining the aisle. But the most romantic details of all were the personal and sentimental ones passed down to Allie from her grandmother.

Intimate Details

Allie’s grandparents were married for over 60 years. Clearly knowing the true meaning of a lifetime commitment. Jeremy had Allie’s engagement ring made from her grandmother’s diamonds, which is so sentimental and precious to her. Around her bouquet was her grandmother’s locket with a WWII picture of her grandfather tucked inside. She also had a pearl covered bible in hand that her grandmother gifted to Allie and her sister to carry with them on their wedding day.

Every detail of Allie and Jeremy’s wedding was extraordinarily beautiful. The cake, the flowers, and the dress were straight out of a young girl’s day dreams of a wedding fit for a princess. But as Jeremy and Allie soaked the day in, they looked around at all their family and friends laughing and celebrating their love. It was then that they inevitably knew the fairy tale was not in the material details. Just as Allie’s grandparents proved with their more than sixty year commitment. Jeremy and Allie are most looking forward to the fairy tale journey of their love and commitment to one another.

What a gorgeous day. Being Allie and Jeremy’s Ian Chapel Wedding Photographer was an honor and joy I won’t soon forget!

Vendors:

Hair: Andrea Juarez Pearl Hair & Make-Up Studio

Makeup: Maris Malone Calderon Pearl Hair & Make-Up Studio

Bridal Gown: Warren Barrón Bridal

Bridal Jewelry: Warren Barrón Bridal

Bridesmaids Dresses: WTOO by Watters

Catering: Whim Catering

Florals: Whim Florals

Lighting: Intelligent Lighting Design

DJ: DJ Sean Allen

Photo Booth: Live Oak Photo Booth

Rentals: Whim Event Rentals and Bee Lavish Vintage Rental

Wedding Coordinator: Kim A. Hunt Coordination

We also loved seeing this wedding published on Style Me Pretty! Check it out!

Laura and Dustin | Barr Mansion Wedding

This wedding was beautiful from start to finish. Our favorite time of day to shoot weddings is during the late afternoon so we can capture some amazing shots of the couple in the golden light of the sunset, and then dance the night away! Laura and Dustin’s wedding was a perfect example of the ideal timeline from the first hello, to the last wave goodbye.

Laura and Dustin’s Barr Mansion Wedding

These two free-spirited souls bring such fun and joy wherever they go. We were honored to have been chosen as their Austin area wedding photographers!

The backdrop for this special day was the Barr Mansion and Artisan Ballroom in Austin, Texas. One gorgeous venue, to say the least. Aislinn at Barr Mansion coordinated the day to perfection with Sixpence Floral providing the stunning, colorful blooms! Laura and her bridal party and family were able to dress and primp in the classically restored Victorian Farmhouse. Even her little terrier, Rufus, was able to take part in the preparations! I loved the expression on her mother’s face seeing her daughter as a bride on her wedding day. Even moreso, we were able to capture this photo for the couple!

A Stunning Setting for a Stunning Bride

Laura was absolutely stunning as she entered the site for the ceremony surrounded by lush ornamental gardens. The reception took place in the Ballroom with antique barn-wood tables and lots of candlelit tables for all of Laura and Dustin’s friends and family to celebrate together at. The afternoon sun danced through the trees creating beautiful highlights and shadows around the venue. Our portraits of the newly married couple in the open fields in the warmth of the sun are some of my absolute favorites! Make sure to scroll down to see all the beauty and celebration of Laura and Dustin’s love!

What a gorgeous day spent celebrating the union of two beautiful souls. We are so lucky to have been Laura and Dustin’s Barr Mansion wedding photographers!

Pecan Springs Ranch Wedding Photography | Michelle & Preston

For many people, their wedding day is one of, if not the, most precious days of their life. It signifies the beginning of a new chapter, a fresh start, and a whole different journey from where life once was. It’s the official time stamp of joining and uniting with another person for life, and going forward as one. It’s certainly a big moment!

Many brides find wedding planning, and even the day of, stressful and nerve racking. If Michelle ever did, she definitely didn’t show it! Maybe it was the help of their coordinator from Pure Love Style, Paige. Or maybe she’s just mastered the forever elusive art of delegation. Either way, the day ran like clockwork!

Michelle and Preston were the true embodiment of love, adventure, and fun. From the moment the day began, until they bid farewell at the end of the evening, there was laughter and smiles galore.

Pecan Springs Ranch

Pecan Springs Ranch was the perfect venue for their spring wedding, and every detail was truly exquisite. They did a “first look” which was incredibly sweet, and made for a great photo opportunity before the ceremony. This wedding was extra special to us because not only did we get to do Michelle’s engagement session prior, we also photographed Michelle’s sister Tracey’s wedding last year, and will be photographing her other sister Kristin’s wedding this fall! We simply adore this family, and love that they know how to have a good time! We can’t wait to see them all again in October!

There’s not much sweeter than the quiet moments shared by a new husband and wife. Capturing those moments as a Pecan Springs Ranch Wedding Photography artist is my job and my joy.

Interested in learning more about the experience you can expect from The Bird and The Bear Photography? Let’s chat!

Vista West Ranch Wedding Photographer | Bailey & Wade

Beautiful spring weather, subtle and simple colors, a stunning bride, gorgeous rustic venue, and every detail fine tuned to perfection. What more could you ask for on your wedding date? Bailey and Wade had it all, and more.

Vista West Ranch was the perfect venue for their country chic event. Nestled right in the heart of Austin, TX hill country, the rich spring foliage beautifully complemented the color palette of the wedding party. Not a detail was missed. From the personalized leaf place settings, to the signage and floral arrangements throughout, to the exquisite cake. It was truly a sight!

Sweet Details

On top of all the little details, we adored this sweet couple! It was heartwarming watching them read the lovely notes written for one another before the ceremony. The bride perched atop a terrace just above the groom, so we were able to witness their reactions as if on a split screen. It’s hard to pick a favorite moment, but I think one of ours was when Bailey walked down the aisle to join her groom. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house!

Be sure to check out the video for a glimpse into this sweet moment, along with other special moments from their big day. It was truly an honor to capture this beautiful couple on their wedding day. To witness their love for one another through their thoughtful, handwritten vows and see the light in their eyes when they looked at each other was just the icing on the cake to an already perfect day.

The gift of being able to witness and document Bailey and Wade’s love as their Vista West Ranch Wedding Photographer was such an incredible experience and honor.

Interested in learning more about the experience you can expect from The Bird and The Bear Photography? Let’s chat!

Springdale Farm Wedding Photographer | Matt & Kate

I had such an amazing time capturing Matt’s and Kate’s ridiculously fun Springdale Farm wedding this past fall. It was definitely a challenge not to find yourself in a fit of laughter when you’re around Matt and Kate. They say, “You are the company you keep.” If this is true, then Matt and Kate are in for a lifetime full of happiness and love.

I don’t think I’ve ever laughed so hard and smiled so much at a wedding before, even as a guest! We were all shedding tears of laughter during their gorgeous, outdoor ceremony, performed by the Dude (one of their hilarious uncles)! Matt’s and Kate’s love and positivity towards one another was so incredibly infectious throughout the entire night. The palpable love flowing between them was so strong, it filled the air and was felt by all.

Cheers to the Love Birds

Their reception was outside as well, and it was just as incredible and beautiful as their ceremony. It had a familiar, rustic feel, which I loved, and allowed for everyone to feel welcome and relaxed. The lighting, trees, and décor cultivated such a comfortable yet romantic atmosphere, and everyone was absolutely wonderful and kind. The entire wedding was just so beautiful and organic; it was certainly a magical and unforgettable night.

Everything ran s incredibly smoothly with help from Stephanie at Frills Consulting. If there’s one thing I would suggest splurging on for your wedding day, aside from your photography of course, it would have to be a great day-of coordinator like Stephanie. What a difference a bit of organized help makes!

Matt and Kate are so beautifully in love. Photographing their special day was such an amazing experience. I wish them a lifetime of love and happiness as they begin their adventure of life together as husband and wife, and I can’t wait to see where this road takes them!

A beautiful day celebrating an even more beautiful couple. We are so blessed to have been their Springdale Farm Wedding Photographer!

Interested in learning more about the experience you can expect from The Bird and The Bear Photography? Let’s chat!

Camp Lucy | Erin & Chad

Camp Lucy

Erin and Chad’s wedding at Camp Lucy in Dripping Springs was beyond gorgeous! They were married the first Friday of June on a bright and sunny day. It couldn’t have been more beautiful! These two have dated long distance and we are so thrilled that they are finally husband and wife and get to be together forever!

The fabulous Lindsay with In Her Shoes Coordination kept things on time and fun! Gorgeous floral design by Sweet Magnolia Floral and cake by Sweet Treats Bakery. Beautiful vintage rentals by Bee Lavish and the AMAZING Whim catered with their always incredible food! Byrne Rock DJ kept the party moving – and everyone had a fantastic time! We absolutely love photographing weddings at Camp Lucy and can not wait to go back!

Vineyards at Chappel Lodge Wedding | Tracey & Max

Tracey and Max’s Vineyards at Chappel Lodge Wedding in Austin was perfection! Tracey is from New Braunfels and Max is from northern California, so this venue was the perfect mix of their two upbringings! It is the perfect mix of the Texas hill country and NorCAl. After meeting at UT, these two fell head over heels in love with each other, the outdoors, and of course, their adorable pup! This wedding was such a blast. Check out a few of our favorite images below!

Barr Mansion Wedding | Laura & Todd

There is a big to-do list when it comes to planning a wedding. Setting the date, picking a venue, narrowing down a guest list, choosing a color scheme, and finding the perfect dress are just a small part of the process. It’s no wonder some couples breathe a huge sigh of relief when the big day finally comes. As photographers, we get the pleasure of capturing the final product, and documenting the beautiful end result of all that hard work!

Laura and Todd’s Barr Mansion Wedding

Most recently we got to photograph the beautiful wedding of Laura and Todd. They chose Barr Mansion as their venue, which specializes in farm to table meals. They chose to have dinner in the garden, which was unique and so gorgeous. Laura and Todd had a traditional Jewish ceremony that was incredibly sentimental and sweet. After the ceremony, they shared a nice, private moment at sunset to exchange personal, handwritten vows away from the gaze of their many guests.

It was so thoughtful and endearing, and surely a moment they will forever treasure. During cocktail hour, the band played from the ornate, Victorian balcony of Barr Mansion. It was a lovely touch added to all the other perfect details of the night. We loved documenting this special day for Laura and Todd, and I know they have many more beautiful days ahead in their future.

Capturing the love that brought so many wonderful people together was such an honor for us as Laura and Todd’s Barr Mansion Wedding photographers! Make sure to visit our blog to see more Austin area weddings.

Design & Styling | BW Theory

Venue | Barr Mansion

Planner | Jaime Waltman Events

Florals | Clementine Botanical Art

Ma Maison | Hollis & Skip

Hollis and Skip’s wedding at Ma Maison in Dripping Springs was jaw-droopingly gorgeous! This pair is stunning, both inside and out, and we felt the warm, loving vibes all day long. You could really feel all the thoughtful little touches – from the white lanterns Hollis collected for the ceremony space all the way to the big pretzels for a little going-away snack!

Amber from Heavenly Day Events coordinated and Stems BROUGHT IT with their flawless floral design, y’all. Also, it is rare that I blog photos of the food but Royal Fig knocked it out of the park. Ma Maison is such a beautiful venue with a lot of diverse settings for photos!

Canyonwood Ridge | Chelsea & Bryan

Chelsea and Bryan’s wedding at Canyonwood Ridge in Dripping Springs was so gorgeous! We loved the lush, light florals by Stems and all of their fun, beautiful touches! They held their ceremony in Canyonwood Ridge’s chapel, so we revisited it later that night for some romantic candle-lit portraits. I love taking night photos, because it gives us a different perspective on the spot they said their vows, and gives the bride and groom a few minutes away from the party to chat alone!

Check out their awesome highlight film first, and then some of our favorite photos from their big day!

Nature’s Point Wedding

Law and Alyssa’s Nature’s Point wedding was absolutely magical! MAGICAL! I don’t use that word lightly, but this day was incredible! Beautiful, adorable couple, gorgeous venue, and everyone having an amazing time – what could make the day more perfect? We fell in love with Nature’s Point venue in Lago Vista, TX. The lakeside setting on top of a hill is picturesque and dreamy. Also, check out the incredible R2D2 Cake by Simon Lee Bakery! WOW!

Wow, you HAVE TO CHECK out the video from their day, too!! We love how it turned out!

Lawrence & Alyssa

Retreat at Balcones Springs Wedding

These two had the most incredible Retreat at Balcones Springs wedding! Their friends and family traveled from all over out to Marble Falls, TX for a weekend of fun, games, and of course, a WEDDING! We couldn’t have imagined a more laid back, perfect celebration of love. Incredible floral design by Petals Ink and AMAZING food by The Retreat were just the icing on the cake!

This was also the first wedding where Bryan got to fly his new drone! He may be a little obsessed, haha But check out the video because we think it’s one of our favorite wedding films ever!

Barr Mansion Wedding

Rosalee & Josh had a gorgeous winter wedding at Barr Mansion in Austin! Insanely gorgeous floral design by Petal Pushers, with flawless coordination by Vintage & Lace!

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Key West Wedding | Leanne & Brenham!

Leanne & Brenham had a beautiful, sunny wedding in Key West Florida! We were so happy to capture the celebration! Good jokes, happy tears, and singing along to the awesome music were some highlights of the day!

Barr Mansion | April & DJ

April and DJ’s wedding at Barr Mansion this September was absolutely incredible! April has incredible taste and we love how she styled everything. All the unique little details at the reception were to die for! Barr Mansion is a gorgeous wedding venue with an art deco style that is unmatched in the Austin area. This whimsy factor at this location is out of control! Love the work by Stems Floral, the lighting by Intelligent Lighting Design, the awesome rentals from Bee Lavish! We absolutely loved working with these two!

Here are a few of our favorite photos from the big day:

Sacred Oaks | Brittnee & Michael!

Sacred Oaks

Brittnee and Michael’s wedding at Sacred Oaks in Dripping Springs was absolutely magical!

Stephanie of Frills did an amazing job coordinating and making sure the day was picture perfect! We love their gorgeous white and floral wedding cake by Classic Cakes by Lori. Brittnee spent months collecting all the milk glass to be used in their centerpieces, paired with beautiful pink florals by Whim! The IDT Band did an amazing job as well as Rouge Beauty!

Vista West Ranch Wedding | Jordan & Chase

Vista West Ranch Wedding

I am so excited to share this Vista West Ranch wedding today! Jordan and Chase were married on one absolutely beautiful day in May. We love Vista West Ranch in Dripping Springs, and it was the perfect venue for this great, laid back couple! We loved getting to know this awesome couple, and their two big sweetheart pups. Chase loves football, Jordan is starting to love it, too, and they Both clearly love the people in their lives, and being with their family and friends.

We actually remember Jordan from Daley’s wedding a couple of years ago – she made a cameo in their video – one of our favorite highlight films! 🙂 There is nothing sweeter than being a part of a chain of celebrations from the same group and getting to watch everyone’s lives develop! It is definitely one of my favorite parts of this career.

Their gorgeous florals were by Petal Pushers, the awesome cake by Sweet Treats Bakery and Kim of Coordinate This kept things running beautifully all day!

Here are a few of my favorite photos from the big day & their highlight film!

UT Golf Club | Lindsey & Matt!

UT Golf Club

I am so happy to share a bit of Lindsey and Matt’s UT Golf Club wedding today! These guys truly have the best outlook on life. The weather in Austin this year has been abnormally rainy and unpredictable, and their wedding day was no different! First, it was cloudy, then it was bright and sunny, and then halfway through the reception a crazy hail storm blew up out of nowhere! Though the reception was moved inside, this did not deter these two from having a blast. They laughed it off and danced the night away! We love that attitude!! That’s what we love about weddings – however much you plan and imagine, the day will never go exactly how you plan it. No matter what, though, it is always a perfect day – because you just married the love of your life! If you can keep that outlook on your wedding day, you can pretty much make it through anything together. We loved getting to see how these two love and support each other – along with their wonderful family and friends!

I’m posting a few of my favorite photos below. Check back soon for their sure-to-be-incredible highlight film!

Top notch wedding coordination by Megan of Pearl Events and incredible florals by Bouquets of Austin!

Pecan Springs Ranch | Krissy and Drew

Pecan Springs Ranch

Krissy and Drew’s April Pecan Springs Ranch wedding in Austin was so gorgeous! You may remember Krissy from her bright and cheerful South Congress bridal portraits. These two are the sweetest! They met in Chicago and moved to Austin together after only 8 months of knowing one another. It was a leap of faith, but one that definitely paid off! So many family and friends traveled in to Austin from across the country to celebrate their love and the beginning of their new life together.

Their Austin wedding venue was the amazing Pecan Spring Ranch! Fabulous wedding coordination by Heather at Vintage & Lace and perfect floral design by Petals Ink.. Pink Avocado catered with some tasty food and People’s Choice played all night! Check out the awesome groom’s cake by Sweet Treats Bakery!

Salt Lick Pecan Grove | Laura and Nathan

Salt Lick Pecan Grove

Laura and Nathan’s Salt Lick Pecan Grove wedding was so beautiful! We had such a good time meeting all of their warm and inviting family and friends. It was a chilly day, and with flawless coordination by Heather of Vintage and Lace everyone stayed warm and cozy in the tent and with some fires, before heading inside to dance the night away to the tunes of the Moreland-Young band! We absolutely loved the bright and colorful colors they chose, with incredible floral design by Petal Pushers! We could not get enough of how pretty the room was, with all the gorgeous flowers and the twinkle lights. What a wonderful evening for a fabulous couple!

Winfield Inn | Laurel & Josh

Winfield Inn

Laurel & Josh were married at the Winfield Inn in Kyle, Texas. You may remember Laurel from her bridal portraits! They planned an amazing day full of so many special touches. Their vintage travel themed decor was mostly collected by Laurel and her wonderful mother. We love the plum and berry color palette, the fun games during the cocktail hour, and so much more. Did we mention they brought their sweet pup Oattie? Or that a bear showed up and they had to fight it off during their first dance? Things got crazy, and we are so happy we were there to capture it all for them. I could’ve posted hundreds of photos that I loved from this day, but check out a few of my favorites below.

The Winfield Inn in Kyle, Texas was the perfect spot for their destination wedding and they also catered with some amazing food. Also, Meg & Laura of the Winfield made everything run seamlessly!

The amazing floral design was by Petals Ink.

Beautiful hair and make-up by Mindy Orsak.

Travel themed invitations by the bride herself!

Broussard Farm Wedding | Meredith & Aaron!

Broussard Farm

Meredith and Aaron’s wedding at Broussard Farm in Beaumont, Texas was so beautiful! These two are the sweetest and we are so happy they finally tied the knot! We loved the beautiful big live oak tree, all the sparkles and pink, and of course, their fun loving attitude! Such a blast!

Venue: Broussard Farm

Florist: Bevils Florist

Rentals: The Perfect Saturday

Sacred Oaks Camp Lucy | Kelsey & Tyler

Sacred Oaks Camp Lucy

Kelsey and Tyler’s Sacred Oaks Camp Lucy wedding was so perfect! We are completely in love with the venue Sacred Oaks at Camp Lucy. It is one of the most beautiful new wedding venues in the Austin area! Both day and night, this venue is gorgeous. We love the giant trees, and all the pretty lights that hang from them at night time! The summer weather was perfect for their outdoor ceremony under the lovely canopy of oak trees. Kelsey and Tyler met while working at a camp, so it was only right that they bring all of their family and friends for a weekend away in Austin for their big day! Their awesome bridal party had everyone cracking up the whole night. Those guys clearly have some good times together! We are so happy we got to meet them and their wonderful family and friends. Congratulations to this gorgeous couple!

Venue: Sacred Oaks Camp Lucy

Catering & Floral Design: Whim Design

Wedding Planner: The mother of the bride, Julee! Major props to Julee for pulling together such an amazing event!

Find some of my favorite photos of their big day below. 🙂

Thurman’s Mansion | Ashley & Michael

Thurman’s Mansion

Ashley & Michael were wed this June at Thurman’s Mansion in Driftwood, TX. It was the perfect spot for a ultra-Texan wedding! With almost everyone coming in from out of state, they chose this venue which is connected to the famous Salt Lick. These two met while working in San Antonio, so they decided to return to Texas to say “I do,” Of course, they had BBQ for dinner, and an awesome folk band (The Lost Pines) play during the cocktail hour! We love this rustically elegant venue for the view of the vineyard, the grand oak trees, the wide open lawn, and the big covered porch. We feel so lucky to have been part of their big day. Everyone was so warm and welcoming, and handled our Texas heat like pros! 🙂 Congratulations to this sweet, fun-loving couple!

Venue: Thurman’s Mansion

Event Coordinator: Joyful Details

Cake: Classic Cakes By Lori

Hair & Make-up: Erica Gray

Floral Design: Verbena Floral

Catering: Salt Lick BBQ

Band: Lost Pines

Check out their highlight film & some of my favorite photos of their big day! 😀

Moss Mountain Farm Wedding | Rachel and Grant

Moss Mountain Farm Wedding

Rachel and Grant’s Moss Mountain Farm wedding this fall was so incredible! These two are so cool and really let their personalities out when designing their big day. It was like Game of Thrones and Reign got together and had a beautiful, epic wedding baby. Moss Mountain Farm is an awesome wedding venue just outside of Little Rock, Arkansas that is set on top of a hill with some beautiful views, castle-like structures, and a grumpy (but tolerant) swan. Rachel’s Berta bridal gown is phenomenal (#QUEEN) and we loved their red velvet bridesmaids dresses, too. It was chilly, so they built a huge bonfire for their guests which made for some awesome photos. Basically, I got to trip out and photograph fire for a couple hours. We love these guys and are so happy we got to meet them and their wonderful family and friends! Wedding coordination by the ever-awesome Katherine at Bella Baxter Events with incredible florals by Tanarah Luxe Floral. Special thanks to Arkansas photographer Ian Caple for the awesome GoPro footage!
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Vista West Ranch | Ashley & Kyle

Vista West Ranch

Vista West Ranch was the perfect setting for Ashley & Kyle’s romantic wedding! Vista West Ranch is a rustic, chic venue in the hill country of Dripping Springs that is gorgeous all on it’s own, but throw in a super cute couple and you have a wonderful day on your hands! The groom’s grandfather officiated, which was so very sweet. These two are so beautiful, relaxed and fun, and we had a blast shooting their big day!

Ashley & Kyle chose Vista West Ranch in Dripping Springs, TX for their wedding venue. Beautiful floral design by Petal Pushers. Awesome hair and make-up by Beauty Love Grace. Pappa’s catering brought in some tasty eats and cake by Classic Cakes by Lori. Also, the band Marshall Moon had the crowd rocking all night long!

Check out their highlight film and a few of my favorite photos from their wedding day below!

Sacred Oaks Wedding | Jaimie & Derek

Sacred Oaks Wedding

We had so much fun at Jaimie & Derek’s Sacred Oaks wedding this September! Jaimie has phenomenal taste and planned such a gorgeous day. Jaimie is so incredibly beautiful and sweet, and mix that with Derek’s goofiness and you have an awesome day on your hands! 🙂 We loved all of their glam pink decor and all the sparkley accents! Also, some mac and cheese was part of their menu and we are still dreaming of eating more of that!

Venue: Sacred Oaks in Dripping Springs

Awesome job coordinating by Kristen of Frills Consulting!

Beautiful wedding florals by Whim Studio with tasty catering by Camp Lucy! Plus, they had the most gorgeous, detailed cake by Lovebirds Sweets.

Make-up by Maris Malone Calderon and hair styling by Mandy Hernandez.

Erik at Greenbelt DJ kept the party moving and even let some people behind the table to do a bit of scratching! Heyo!

Check out their highlight film and a few of my favorite photos below!

Winfield Inn Wedding | Julie & Damon!

Winfield Inn Wedding

We had so much fun at Julie and Damon’s Winfield Inn wedding! It was cloudy, raining and chilly, but definitely NOT dreary! These two were completely happy, in love and joyful the whole day. We loved getting to meet their awesome family and friends! The Winfield Inn is truly beautiful, rain or shine! Plus, they always have amazing food and a team (Meg and Laura) that can handle any sort of weather! Awesome florals by Bouquets of Austin and they had the amazing band Groove Knight come play!

Houston Backyard Wedding | Brittany & Greg!

Brittany and Greg are so great! We love their laid back, fun attitude and they are perfect together. They were married this fall in the bride’s father’s backyard, giving their wedding such a personal feel! Their big day was a blast, complete with succulents, glow sticks, and an awesome PhotoMoto photobooth in the back of a VW van! Check out a few of our favorite photos from their big day and their highlight film!

Backyard Houston Wedding | Michael & Stefani

Stefani and Michael’s backyard Houston wedding was SO MUCH FUN. This day was so fun and relaxed. Nothing like gathering your nearest and dearest for a huge moment, and then partying like crazy! Their sweet pup Gunner was the ringbearer and almost stole the show. How cute is he? Also, these two are so freaking awesome. Even when the party got moved inside due to rain, they still had a blast! Love, love, love!

Four Seasons Austin Hotel Wedding | Sorayya & Shahram

Four Seasons Austin Hotel Wedding

Sorayya & Shahram’s Four Seasons Austin Hotel wedding was drop dead gorgeous! They are the sweetest couple. We love their spontaneous, laid back attitude. It’s amazing that these two planned their whole wedding in about a month! Though it began a rainy day, the Austin weather pulled through and the rain cleared up right before the ceremony! We were able to take a few minutes to stroll around the hotel grounds for portraits, which sits right on Lady Bird Lake! They showed off their culture with a few awesome Persian details, and we’ve decided a big cup of honey should be present at every wedding. What a perfect way to start their marriage off sweet! 🙂 We are still dreaming of their beautiful sofreh! Huge congratulations to this beautiful and happy couple!

Check out their Persian/American fusion highlight film and a few of my favorite photographs from their big day!

Venue: Four Seasons Hotel Austin

Event Design & Coordination: Vintage & Lace (huge shoutout to Heather Sorensen for pulling this amazing event off with such short notice! Can you believe how gorgeous it all is??)

Florals: Posey

Hair/Make-Up: Adore

Hummingbird House | Katelyn & Evan

Hummingbird House

This Hummingbird House wedding in Austin was SO much fun! You may remember Evan and Katelyn’s Galveston carnival engagement session and video, and Katelyn’s Barr Mansion bridal portraits! After photographing these two a couple of times, we knew this day would be a blast! They are both such creative and vibrant people. We could not be happier for them! They made so many amazing details for their big day. If you love their projects you can find posts on how they DIY’d it all on their blog! We loved their giant LOVE marquee sign they made and the thumbprint canvas print Katelyn drew of their fluff cat Mochi.

Aside from the couple and their incredibly welcoming family and friends, we got to work with an awesome team of vendors this day:

Venue: Hummingbird House

Floral Design: Petals Ink

Hair/Make-Up: Erica Gray

Catering: The Peached Tortilla

Bolinas California Wedding | Marthine & Puneeth

Marthine and Puneeth’s Bolinas California wedding reception was so much fun! These two were married in early January, then had a big family celebration in India, and finally with Marthine’s local family and friends in Bolinas! This town is so amazing and tiny. We fell in love with this sleepy little place, and the lovely, warm people we met there! Congratulations to Marthine & Puneeth!

We adore these two and their love story. Here is Marthine & Puneeth’s story, in Marthine’s own words:

Our story: My fiance and I met in graduate school in Santa Barbara. We had a mutual friend who invited me out with his friends to a great bar that looks like your aunt’s rec room in the ’60s. I apparently impressed my fiance Puneeth with my pool shark skills, while he definitely impressed me by having at least started reading Ulysses by James Joyce (I was getting my PhD in Irish literature, he was getting his in physics). I gave him my number, but didn’t quite remember his name (it’s tricky!), but a couple days later he asked me for coffee (I don’t drink coffee, but I had two that day), which turned into a four hour date that ended with french toast — yum! I grew up in a hippie town in coastal California of about 2000 people; my fiance’s family lives in Bangalore, India, and he grew up there and in Queens, NYC. So we’ve ended up in Berkeley, the most urban hippie town we could find.

My fiance loves records and requested all of Outkast on vinyl for Christmas. We have the same favorite Bob Dylan song (Corrina Corrina), and the same favorite drink, which is also my grandfather’s drink (the Manhattan). We were introduced by a high school friend of mine at a bar in Santa Barbara that served only wine and beer and looked like your aunt’s rec room from the ’60s. Puneeth asked for my number after I was an awesome partner when we played pool (see pic from the day we met). We love Blackadder and Game of Thrones, and we watch Jeopardy religiously and compete to see who gets more right answers (I kill in literature, he kills in geography). Despite the fact that he’s the Indian, I love Bollywood movies and he can’t stand them — he loves sci fi movies instead!

Two weeks after we met, I left town for Paris and Australia. The day after I got back six weeks later, he left for India and Switzerland for six months. I told him he didn’t have to commit with all the long distance coming up; he asked me to be his girlfriend, and I happily agreed.

Some of my favorite moments are

– When I caught him cuddling my roommate’s 3 pound yorkie

– When he brought over home-made ice cream for us to eat and watch a movie, and then he ate most of it (I’m not so into ice cream).

– When I got a stomach virus the night before my grad school graduation, and he held me as I was sick all night

– When he proposed by finally accepting the (half-joking) proposals I’d been sending his way for a few years) by quoting the last lines of Ulysses: “Yes I said yes I will yes.”