Wedding mornings tend to follow a rhythm long before anyone realizes it. Sometimes the day moves smoothly, with conversations unfolding easily and time stretching just enough to feel comfortable. Other times, the pace tightens, small delays stack up, and the morning starts to feel like it’s being chased rather than enjoyed. After years of photographing weddings, we’ve noticed that this rhythm is rarely accidental. More often than not, it’s shaped by how hair and makeup are planned, paced, and executed. The efficiency of that process doesn’t just affect how you look—it quietly determines how the entire day feels.
Read MoreWe’ve lost count of how many times we’ve been standing quietly at the back of a ceremony space, cameras ready, watching guests trickle in and thinking, Ah, transportation day. Not in a dramatic way—more in the way you recognize a familiar rhythm. The hum of a shuttle pulling up. A car door slamming a little too hard because someone’s late. The relieved laughter of guests who made it with time to spare and can finally breathe.
Read MoreMost of our favorite conversations with couples don’t happen on wedding days at all. They happen beforehand, usually over coffee or a video call, when nerves are still soft and excitement hasn’t yet turned into a full sprint. Somewhere in that conversation, almost without fail, a couple will say something like, “We’re a little awkward in front of the camera,” or, “We just don’t want the day to feel like a photoshoot.”
We always smile at that point, because
Read MoreWe’ve learned over the years that couples don’t choose a location just because it looks good in photos. They choose it because it feels like something. A place that reminds them of a trip they took together, or a season of life they want to remember forever. Sometimes it’s the place they met. Sometimes it’s the place they go when life gets loud and they need space to breathe. And sometimes, it’s simply the place that feels right in their hearts.
Read MoreThere’s something about a wedding that feels electric, something that makes the hair on the back of your neck stand up and lingers long after the last song fades. Over the years, Michelle and I have photographed hundreds of weddings across Texas—from intimate hill country elopements to grand riverfront celebrations—and we’ve noticed a pattern: the weddings that feel truly unforgettable are the ones alive with energy. There’s a sense of momentum, of joy flowing through the guests, that no perfectly curated playlist can ever replicate. And that’s where live music comes in.
Read MoreIf you’re planning a wedding right now, you may have seen the same posts we’ve seen. A venue closes with no warning. A couple loses their date. A space gets sold to a new owner who drops all events. Someone is left scrambling a few months out. We see these posts every week in Texas and Louisiana wedding groups.
Read MoreChoosing your wedding photography style is a big deal. These photos tell the story of your day. They show your love, your people, and the moments you won’t see in the rush. As a wedding photography couple based in San Antonio, we have seen many styles. Some fit laid-back couples. Others fit couples who love drama or clean lines. The best style is the one that feels right for you.
This guide breaks things down in simple terms. No jargon. No long speeches. Just clear ideas to help you choose what fits your day and your personality.
Read MoreWhen we started photographing weddings, small guest lists were rare. Now, couples want something deeper. They want fewer people, less pressure, and more time to enjoy the day. We’ve seen it again and again — the quiet moments hit harder when the room isn’t full.
If you’re planning a micro-wedding in San Antonio or the Hill Country, you’re in a good place. This area is full of venues made for close-knit celebrations. From historic courtyards to vineyards with sunset views, there’s no shortage of beauty here.
Read MoreYou’ve got the ring, the date, and a Pinterest board full of ideas. But now what? Between finding a venue, booking vendors, and staying sane, it’s easy to feel lost in the planning fog.
After photographing more than 200 weddings across Texas, we’ve learned what actually helps couples plan a wedding day that feels calm, joyful, and true to them.
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