Kim and Huy wanted to start their engagement session where they went on their first date.  So, we braved the smell and wandered around the Houston Zoo. The light was gorgeous and they looked dang good. That’s really all a photographer needs.

These next few images came from an idea that originated during the Great Storm of 2010. I envisioned a “field of balloons” in a snowy backdrop that a couple could stroll through, kind of like that after life scene from Gladiator.  It wasn’t until Kim asked me if I had any suggestions for their engagement session that I could finally try to pull this off months later.  I described to Kim exactly what I had envisioned and she executed it to perfection!  It also didn’t hurt that her and Huy looked incredible together.

24 white balloons: check. Brown box string: check. Save the date cards: check. Chopsticks: check. Mini clothespins: check. Hotness: double check.

Meet Kim. Part time consultant. Full time BA.

Yes, custom Save the Dates!

You may be asking yourself, “What is a Day After Save the Date?“  Well, it’s this:

Jenny came to me and asked me to photograph a bridal portrait session for her.  I showed up at the Las Colinas canals only to find a well dressed guy standing and waiting. It was only awkward for 2 minutes until I realized it was Jenny’s fiance.  Then it was awkward for another 3 minutes while I tried to figure out if he was or wasn’t supposed to be there.

Good thing he showed up.

Austin’s hidden gem: Hacienda Del Lago, a Lake Travis side hill country venue with breathtaking views and deep south accommodations.

Nicole Miller. Hi.

Makeup by the incredibly talented Maris Calderon.

First look.

One of the most awesometastic ring shots ever by Table4.

Mini cupcakes by Delish and baby cheesecakes by one of Lori’s relatives. Commence mouth watering.

Name these dance moves!

The 30mph winds and 40 degree temperatures could not stop this wedding from being beautiful.

It’s ok. They’re married.

It’s always good to be among fellow Longhorns!

Maxwell joining Lori and Matt for their last dance.

VENDORS

Venue| Hacienda Del Lago

Dress| Nicole Miller

Catering| Southern’s Fine Dining

Floral| Just in Blooms and Roses

Cake| Uppercrest Bakery

Photo| Table4

A quick one from this past weekend’s Austin wedding.

And, I’ll be in Europe this summer and I want to photograph you!  I’ll be visiting the UK, France, and Italy for 3 weeks in June so this would be a great way for destination brides to save on some travel expenses.  Contact me for availability!