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The Oak Atelier- Conroe Wedding Portraits: Stephanie + Jarod

If you have not been to the Oak Atelier, it’s a space that you don’t want to ignore. Tucked into a wooded property, this venue offers its iconic glass greenhouse that allows the most whimsical and beautiful natural light, and this is what Stephanie was in love with at this venue. We were able to capture some true fall magic!

Stephanie and Jarod decided that instead of an elaborate wedding day, they preferred to elope and spend their time taking beautiful and low-pressure wedding portraits! We were thrilled to be there for them and capture their love at Oak Atelier in Conroe, TX.

If you have not been to the Oak Atelier, it’s a space that you don’t want to ignore. Tucked into a wooded property, this venue offers its iconic glass greenhouse that allows the most whimsical and beautiful natural light, and this is what Stephanie was in love with at this venue. We were able to capture some true fall magic for Stephanie & Jarod, and Jarod even snuck in some photos with his second love! You’ll have to scroll to the end to see them. ;)

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Houston Warehouse Studios Seniors: Jackson

We have known Jackson since he was 11 years old, playing drums for the church youth band. He is an incredible musician who participates in the Houston Youth Symphony. When you think of Jackson, you think of DRUMS. For this senior session, he even brought his own kit to the shoot.

We have known Jackson since he was 11 years old, playing drums for the church youth band. He is an incredible musician who participates in the Houston Youth Symphony. When you think of Jackson, you think of DRUMS. For his senior session, he even brought his own kit to the shoot.

We have loved watching him grow as a person and musician over the last 7 years, and are excited to see where the future takes him!

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Landa Park Engagements: Kendall + Blake

Kendall and Blake live in New Braunfels, which happens to be a gorgeous location for an engagement shoot! We chose Landa Park, and the diverse scenery, beautiful park, changing leaves, and breathtaking, hill-country, landscape serve as a stunning backdrop. We look forward to celebrating their wedding with them in June!

Our first encounter with this lovely couple was a wedding that we were photographing (check it out here!), where Kendall was a bridesmaid. Kendall and Blake are naturals in front of the camera, making it a breeze to capture their unique energy during their engagements. Kendall and Blake live in New Braunfels, which happens to be a gorgeous location for an engagement shoot! We chose Landa Park, and the diverse scenery, beautiful park, changing leaves, and breathtaking, hill-country, landscape serve as a stunning backdrop. We look forward to celebrating their wedding with them in June!

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The Peach Orchard Houston Wedding: Melissa + Joe

This couple could NOT have picked a more beautiful venue for their shoot! The Peach Orchard is brimming with lovely backdrops and dazzling scenery. Melissa and Joe are super sweet and easy-going, giving off a calm excitement that shines through in their photographs. The classy, modern, décor gave this shoot an upscale vibe.

This couple could NOT have picked a more beautiful venue for their shoot! The Peach Orchard is brimming with lovely backdrops and dazzling scenery. Melissa and Joe are super sweet and easy-going, giving off a calm excitement that shines through in their photographs. The classy, modern, décor gave this shoot an elegant and upscale vibe.

We can’t wait to revisit The Peach Orchard for future weddings!

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Texas A&M Galveston Seniors 2024: Ella

Our associate, Megan, did this session and we’re thrilled on how it turned out! Ella and Megan met and serve together at Valiant Church on Galveston island, where Ella has invited many of her college friends. Ella’s studies and tattoos were driven by her passion for the ocean, so naturally, she wanted to her photos to showcase that passion by taking some photos right on the beach near Galveston Pleasure Pier.

After graduation, she plans to continue her post-grad studies at Oceans Research Institute in South Africa. (how cool!) We can’t wait to see your success and adventures, Ella!

Texas A&M Galveston Seniors 2024: Ella

Our associate, Megan, did this session and we’re thrilled on how it turned out!

Ella and Megan met and served together at Valiant Church on the island, where Ella has invited many of her college friends. Ella’s studies and tattoos were driven by her passion for the ocean. Her post-grad studies will take place at Oceans Research Institute in South Africa.

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Clay Family Eastern Glades Engagements: Courtney + Tacho

It was a privilege to shoot Courtney and Tacho’s engagement at Clay Family Eastern Glades in Memorial Park. Huge thanks to Instagram for connecting us to this fun, photogenic, couple who was super easy to work with. Wishing them all the best on their destination wedding in San Diego, and looking forward to future sessions after they tie the knot!

Clay Family Eastern Glades Engagements: Courtney + Tacho

It was a privilege to shoot Courtney and Tacho’s engagement at Clay Family Eastern Glades in Memorial Park. Huge thanks to Instagram for connecting us to this fun, photogenic, couple who was super easy to work with. We wish them all the best on their destination wedding in San Diego, and are looking forward to future sessions after they tie the knot!

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The Gardens- Houston, TX Wedding: Nina + Michael

It was an absolutely beautiful wedding day for Nina & Michael! They chose to have their ceremony and reception at The Gardens in Houston, and it was an elegant, black tie affair.

It was an absolutely beautiful wedding day for Nina & Michael! They chose to have their ceremony and reception at The Gardens in Houston, and it was an elegant, black tie affair.

Congratulations to Nina & Michael! May you have a hundred years of happiness and blessings ahead of you!

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The Oak Atelier- Conroe, TX Wedding Portraits: Itzy + Luis

If you have not been to the Oak Atelier, it’s a space that you don’t want to ignore. Tucked into a wooded property, this venue offers its iconic glass greenhouse that allows the most whimsical and beautiful natural light as well as multiple indoor spaces to allow a ton of variety if you reserve the entire space! We took full advantage of the Oak Atelier, and were able to create some magic for this special couple’s portraits. Check ‘em out!

Itzy & Luis were married right in the midst of COVID, but didn’t want to miss out on the opportunity to have some beautiful wedding portraits to commemorate their big moves! We were thrilled to be there for them and capture their love at Oak Atelier in Conroe, TX.

If you have not been to the Oak Atelier, it’s a space that you don’t want to ignore. Tucked into a wooded property, this venue offers its iconic glass greenhouse that allows the most whimsical and beautiful natural light as well as multiple indoor spaces to allow a ton of variety if you reserve the entire space! We took full advantage of the Oak Atelier, and were able to create some magic for this special couple’s portraits. Check ‘em out!

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Webster, TX Family Session: Garcia Family

Everyone loves a good family session around Christmastime, including us! The Garcia family was gorgeous and so easy to work with- even with 5 kiddos!

Everyone loves a good family session around Christmastime, including us! The Garcia family was gorgeous and so easy to work with- even with 5 kiddos!

Challenger Seven Park, a personal favorite, was a perfect backdrop for their session and never disappoints! The day was perfect, the smiles were golden, and the rest is history. Check out their session!

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Urban Downtown Houston Engagements: Kassie + Ryan

Kassie & Ryan were sooo cuteee, y’all!

We chose downtown Houston as the location for their portraits- Kassie wanted something a little city-feeling, and as we explored, we found some great spots along the way! We ended the session on top of a garage rooftop at sunset to put the icing on the cake of their killer urban session. Kassie’s outfit was perfect for upcoming NYE, and we can’t wait to celebrate their wedding at The Springs- Wallisville later this year!

Urban Downtown Houston Engagements: Kassie + Ryan

Kassie & Ryan were sooo cuteee, y’all!

We chose downtown Houston as the location for their portraits- Kassie wanted something a little city-feeling, and as we explored, we found some great spots along the way! We ended the session on top of a garage rooftop at sunset to put the icing on the cake of their killer urban session. Kassie’s outfit was perfect for upcoming NYE, and we can’t wait to celebrate their wedding at The Springs- Wallisville later this year!

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Wortham Theater Downtown Houston Senior Session: Sebastian

Sebastian is going to Juilliard, y’all! It has been our ultimate pleasure to watch this stellar young man grow into a killer vocalist, and to see him use his gifts for God (where we serve as some of his youth leaders, and lead the student band).

Sebastian is going to Juilliard, y’all! It has been our ultimate pleasure to watch this stellar young man grow into a killer vocalist, and to see him use his gifts for God (where we serve as some of his youth leaders, and lead the student band).

Together, we decided that the Wortham Theater, where Sebastian was chosen to participate in a program for students pursuing opera, was the perfect location to commemorate his graduation. We explored inside and outside the theater, and ended our session at Sesquicentennial Park next door.

Sebastian, we are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what you accomplish!

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Christmas Minis 2019

It’s the most wonderful timeeee of the yearrrr…

Of course, we are referring to CHRISTMAS! Our Christmas mini sessions have come and gone, but we are pumped about how everyone’s sessions went, and the fact that we 100% sold out of our available times! (We may have to add more days next year- don’t tell Josh!)

Minis days are long, but totally rewarding to see so many adorable families, and to think of our families sharing their Christmas cards with loved ones❤️

It’s the most wonderful timeeee of the yearrrr…

Of course, we are referring to CHRISTMAS! Our Christmas mini sessions have come and gone, but we are pumped about how everyone’s sessions went, and the fact that we 100% sold out of our available times! (We may have to add more days next year- don’t tell Josh!)

Minis days are long, but totally rewarding to see so many adorable families, and to think of our families sharing their Christmas cards with loved ones❤️

Anyway, here are some highlights from our two days of minis! Enjoy! (Click the images to see the full size!)

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Webster Maternity Session: Zarahi + Silver

Little Julieta has arrived, but we are still ooing and ahhing over Zarahi’s maternity session! <3<3<3

Little Julieta has arrived, but we are still ooing and ahhing over Zarahi’s maternity session! <3<3<3

Zarahi and Silver wanted nature-filled photos, and that’s what we gave them in this Webster, TX maternity session. (Who would have thought that such beautiful nature could be found in the suburbs of Houston?)

This session was extra special, because it was a much anticipated time for this couple. In 2018 we had the pleasure of photographing announcement photos, but were later told of the heart wrenching news that Zarahi had lost her precious little one early on in her pregnancy. To say that Zarahi and Silver were excited to find that they were being promised a little baby just a few months later would be an understatement. Although we never shared their first announcement photos, we are OVERJOYED to be able to share this lovely maternity session, and to announce that Julieta is a happy, healthy little girl (that even played Jesus in this year’s Christmas production!).

Do you or does someone you know need maternity photos? Let us know! We’d love to be part of your beautiful memories. :)

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Downtown Houston Engagements: Amy + Jon

Amy and Jon are precious, you guys! This couple has such natural chemistry, and their connection during their engagement session was undoubted.

This sweet couple was full of joy and laughter throughout their entire Downtown Houston engagement session, and even decided to incorporate how they met into their session- and it was so cute! You’ll have to scroll to the bottom to see it, but I promise, you won’t regret it!

Amy and Jon are precious, you guys! This couple has such natural chemistry, and their connection during their engagement session was undoubted.

When we asked Amy and Jon how they met, they unashamedly said, “Coffee Meets Bagel”! More and more, we are meeting couples who have been able to find their match online, and we think that is so cool! Both Amy and Jon relocated to Houston after college, and that they were able to meet their match here in HTX, well, I’m proud of, at least!

This sweet couple was full of joy and laughter throughout their entire Downtown Houston engagement session, and even decided to incorporate how they met into their session- and it was so cute! You’ll have to scroll to the bottom to see it, but I promise, you won’t regret it!

Amy & Jon, we CANNOT WAIT to celebrate you in October!

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Urban Houston Engagements: Summer + David

We had a blast with Summer and David during their bright and colorful engagement session!

We quickly found that the vibrant and unique settings that we chose were a perfect match to this stylish young couple. :)

We had a blast with Summer and David during their bright and colorful engagement session!

Summer plans to have a very color-filled summer wedding, so we thought- what better couple to explore Baytown’s Umbrella Alley with! We then took a trip to Houston’s museum district, where we explored the classic North and South Boulevard, and the Glassell School of Art. We quickly found that the vibrant and unique settings that we chose were a perfect match to this stylish young couple. :)

Summer and David, we are looking forward to your bright and beautiful wedding in June!

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Ashelynn Manor Bridal Session: Courtney

We can finally share Courtney’s gorgeous Ashelynn Manor bridal session!

To say that Courtney is a stunning bride is an understatement, but see for yourself!

We can finally share Courtney’s gorgeous Ashelynn Manor bridal session!

To say that Courtney is a stunning bride is an understatement, but see for yourself!

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Bandera Hill Country Bridal Session: Jamee

TODAY IS THE DAY!

Hugest congratulations to Travis and Jamee, and we FINALLY can share her absolutely stunning bridal portraits!

TODAY IS THE DAY!

Hugest congratulations to Travis and Jamee, and we FINALLY can share her absolutely stunning bridal portraits! Jamee & Travis got married today at Travis’ family’s Texas hill country ranch in Bandera, so that is where we collectively chose to do Jamee’s session.

Jamee found the Silver Spur Dance Hall Ruins on the outskirts of Bandera, TX, and we couldn’t have chosen a cooler spot for her, even if we did have to hop a barricade to get to it! Not only was the architecture great for portraits, but the building itself came with history- a classic country dance hall that burned down in the 60s now serves as the backdrop of modern day portraiture.

Jamee & Travis, congratulations! Travis, you got a stunner!

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Galveston Beachtown Engagements: Allie + Chris

Allie & Chris were SUCH A BLAST!

Josh has known Chris for years, and it was a great time for them to reconnect and have some fun taking engagement portraits for him and his bride-to-be. :)

Allie & Chris were SUCH A BLAST!

Josh has known Chris for years, and it was a great time for them to reconnect and have some fun taking engagement portraits for him and his bride-to-be. :)

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As we learned, they had already taken engagement photos late last year, but in the fall. Allie mentioned that since they are having a summer wedding, she really wanted some brighter, more summer-feeling photos of the two of them to match their big day. We agreed on one of our FAVORITE spots, Galveston island!

For all you haters out there, Galveston really does have a lot to offer! Not only did we get the bright, fun photos that Allie was looking for, but the island really is more beautiful than you might think, especially Post Office Street and Beachtown, where we decided to spend our time during their session. Beachtown is (thankfully) not widely known, and is gorgeoussss. Driving up to the multi million dollar beach homes makes you forget that you are 45 minutes from Houston and 10 minutes from Pleasure Pier, and transports you to the east coast with breathtaking white plantation style homes and white picket fences. (Also, if you are ever in Beachtown, you have to try Porch Cafe- it’s one of our favorite date night spots because it’s so darn cute!)

At the end of the day, we had an incredible session with these two lovebirds, and even got some stunning sunset shots and cotton candy skies as the icing on the cake. Allie & Chris, we wish you years of joy and laughter, and after spending a few hours with you guys, I think you won’t have a problem with either! ;)

Check out their session- you won’t be disappointed!

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Downtown Houston Couple's Anniversary: Jade + Buddy

We absolutely love sessions with Jade & Buddy! Not only are they our friends, but they are just so much fun to work with. Jade asked if we had any suggestions for locations and feels for their session, and totally trusted us to craft something beautiful and memorable for them. (THANKS, JADE!!)

We absolutely love sessions with Jade & Buddy! Not only are they our friends, but they are just so much fun to work with. Jade asked if we had any suggestions for locations and feels for their session, and totally trusted us to craft something beautiful and memorable for them. (THANKS, JADE!!) I, personally, love the city vibe, so we ran with it and explored downtown!

Jade & Buddy, thank you for trusting us with your photos, and congratulations on your anniversary!

Check out the documentary of our exploration! :D

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Minute Maid Park Houston Engagements: Amanda + Justin

When we met Amanda, she let us know that she had a surprise for Justin, so we had to meet in secret without him. As it turns out, Justin is a BIG TIME Astros fan (a long with many native Houstonians), and she had a little somethin’ up her sleeve, to say the least. When she said that she wanted to do the photos INSIDE the stadium, uhhhh we’re in, obviously!

THIS has been one of the coolest engagement sessions that we have been able to be part of! Here’s the scoop:

When we met Amanda, she let us know that she had a surprise for Justin, so we had to meet in secret without him. As it turns out, Justin is a BIG TIME Astros fan (a long with many native Houstonians), and she had a little somethin’ up her sleeve, to say the least. When she said that she wanted to do the photos INSIDE the stadium, uhhhh we’re in, obviously!

Amanda told Justin that they would be able to do some of their engagement shoot outside of Minute Maid Park to accommodate his love of the Astros, and that they could wear wear their custom jerseys. He obviously agreed, but openly told us that he was surprised when she didn’t mention bringing other outfits. Funny story, Justin actually joked about breaking into the stadium as we were walking outside, before he knew he was going in! Amanda spilled the beans, and to say that Justin was in shock and ecstatic would be an understatement.

We were able to take and document their stadium tour, and take photos on the field- so cool! And the tour guides even went to the scoreboard and changed the score to their wedding date for their save the date.

Overall, Amanda, ya did good, girl! We can’t wait for your wedding this summer!

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