Holiday Acres Christmas Tree Farm: 2018 Christmas Sessions
Merry almost Christmas, everyone!
Christmas is always such a fun, special time, and we had an absolute BLAST with all of our awesome families and couples this year!
Merry almost Christmas, everyone!
Christmas is always such a fun, special time, and we had an absolute BLAST with all of our awesome families and couples this year! We tried something new and ventured out to Holiday Acres Christmas Tree Farm, and it was sooo worth it! (It may be a new tradition, I’m still undecided!)
Our mini sessions brought us new friends and familiar faces, and so many sweet smiles. :) If you didn’t get in on the party of this year’s Christmas minis, we hope to see you next Christmas!
Check out some of our favorites!
Rice Village Houston Bridal Session: Kelley
Check out the highlights from Kelley’s bridal session in River Oaks Houston!
Check out the highlights from Kelley’s bridal session in River Oaks Houston!
Urban Downtown Houston Couples Session: Tyara + Michael
Check out the highlights from Tyara & Michael’s session in Houston!
Check out the highlights from Tyara & Michael’s session in Houston!
Pleasure Pier Galveston Senior Session: Tiffany
Check out the highlights from Tiffany’s senior session in Galveston!
Check out the highlights from Tiffany’s senior session in Galveston!
Jade & Buddy's 1st Anniversary
Check out the highlights from Jade & Buddy’s anniversary session in Houston!
Check out the highlights from Jade & Buddy’s anniversary session in Houston!
Kelley & Jorge's Engagement
Check out the highlights from Jorge & Kelley’s engagement session in Houston!
Check out the highlights from Jorge & Kelley’s engagement session in Houston!
Christmas Mini Sessions!
This was our first year of mini sessions, and it is safe to say, we had a blast! We were able to spend time with so many wonderful families, and had so much fun getting to know our new clients and take more lovely photos of our previous clients. Needless to say, this year's minis were a huge success, and I can't wait to start planning for more minis in the future!
This was our first year of mini sessions, and it is safe to say, we had a blast! We were able to spend time with so many wonderful families, and had so much fun getting to know our new clients and take more lovely photos of our previous clients. Needless to say, this year's minis were a huge success, and I can't wait to start planning for more minis in the future!
We hope that you all had a wonderful Christmas, and enjoy some highlights from our beautiful families!
Merry Christmas!
Josh & Mikala
Krysti & Josh
Let's begin by saying a big congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Collins on their beautiful nuptials!
Krysti and I (Mikala) have known one another since we were literally toddlers, and many of my childhood memories include the two of us running up and down Brantley Street, playing soap opera Barbies in the backyard, WWF "wrestling" in the front with the brothers, and spending every day before and after school at her house. When she reached out in November asking if we would be the photographers for her wedding, I was ecstatic! Krysti was my first real best friend, so it was such an honor for us to be able to document such a huge moment in her life!
Let's begin by saying a big congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Collins on their beautiful nuptials!
Krysti and I (Mikala) have known one another since we were literally toddlers, and many of my childhood memories include the two of us running up and down Brantley Street, playing soap opera Barbies in the backyard, WWF "wrestling" in the front with the brothers, and spending every day before and after school at her house. When she reached out in November asking if we would be the photographers for her wedding, I was ecstatic! Krysti was my first real best friend, so it was such an honor for us to be able to document such a huge moment in her life!
She told me that it would be a simple, informal, backyard wedding at her parents' house in La Vernia, TX (which was convenient since we would be in San Antonio for Thanksgiving that weekend anyway), but when we arrived, the scene was so much more than she had described! Everything was beautiful, from the white tent with string lights, to the ceremony arbor, the incredible cake, and, of course, the stunning bride and groom!
Krysti and Josh, it is obvious how much you love one another, and thank you for allowing us to be part of your big day! We pray many blessed years ahead for you and your growing family!
Much love,
Mikala & Josh
Diedra & Deoh'Andre
So many congratulations to Diedra & Deoh'Andre on their recent engagement! This sweet couple was such fun to work with, and Diedra's lively spirit definitely brightened our day. :)
So many congratulations to Diedra & Deoh'Andre on their recent engagement! This sweet couple was such fun to work with, and Diedra's lively spirit definitely brightened our day. :) Diedra decided that she wants a rustic theme for their September 2018 wedding, so the gardens and greenery of Hermann Park helped to fulfill the nature filled vision that she had for their portraits. Diedra & Deoh'Andre, you guys look spectacular, and we can't wait until next September! Many blessings to you both!
Mikala & Josh
Nelly & Rene
Nelly & Rene were the perfect couple to work with! The love that they had for each other radiated from their smiles, Rene knew just how to make Nelly laugh, and they looked just incredible, which made for simply stunning photos!
Hi friends, Mikala here! I'd like to welcome you to my very first solo session! :D As most of you know, Josh is our primary photographer, so when Nelly reached out about having photos done after their small civil ceremony on a day that Josh was out of town, I must say- my nerves were really working! I am ECSTATIC that I said yes, because Nelly & Rene were the perfect couple to work with! The love that they had for each other radiated from their smiles, Rene knew just how to make Nelly laugh, and they looked just incredible, which made for simply stunning photos! I promise, I asked them at least five times if they had modeled before, because they just looked so natural in front of the camera!
Nelly & Rene, I'm so glad that you guys decided to skip the Astros celebration parade and celebrate your love for one another instead!! May you continue to love each other deeply, make each other laugh, and have a beautiful life together!
Much love,
Mikala
The Ellisons' Little Pumpkin!
Let me first say, we have absolutely loved being able to see little Emmy grow! (even if it only has been 3 months! haha) This little pumpkin was simply adorable in her strawberry costume, and in the words of Josh, "What. A. Doll!" You know you can't deny it!
Let me first say, we have absolutely loved being able to see little Emmy grow! (even if it only has been 3 months! haha) This little pumpkin was simply adorable in her strawberry costume, and in the words of Josh, "What. A. Doll!" You know you can't deny it!
Micale, sorry that Emmy just refused to smile for us, but that makes her no less precious! I mean look at that little sleeping angel! We can't wait to see this precious little face again soon!
Happy three months, little Emmy! Mikala & Josh love you! :D
Check out their mini session at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Pearland, TX!
Jorge Proposed to Kelley!
The scene was set, the crowds had cleared, and in that moment when they walked up the steps, the only people in the world were Jorge and Kelley. Jorge dropped to his knee asking for Kelley to share the rest of her life with him, his face radiating with the elation of hearing her response.
When Josh asked me if I'd be open to shooting a proposal last Friday night, I was thrilled. Let me be honest, I love being part of proposals! The anticipation, the surprise, knowing the secret that the soon to be fiancée has no idea about, the giddy excitement afterward- JUST LOVE. The second reason for my excitement was that the planned proposal was in the same spot that Josh had proposed just two years ago, the romantic and majestic Houston Waterwall. So there we were, anxiously awaiting the arrival of Jorge and the unsuspecting Kelley.
The scene was set, the crowds had cleared, and in that moment when they walked up the steps, the only people in the world were Jorge and Kelley. Jorge dropped to his knee asking for Kelley to share the rest of her life with him, his face radiating with the elation of hearing her response.
Jorge and Kelley, we are SO excited for the road ahead for you both, and can't wait to see the rest of your story unfold! Thank you for letting be part of such an enormous moment for you both!
-Mikala & Josh
...And then there were four
The Salinas family is growing, and we could not be more excited for our friends! Baby No.2 is due in March, and we can't wait to see if it is a boy or girl! Sam and Tito, we are thrilled to meet baby 2 and know they will have THE best parents. ;) Y'all can call us anytime for your family's pics!
The Salinas family is growing, and we could not be more excited for our friends! Baby No.2 is due in March, and we can't wait to see if it is a boy or girl! Sam and Tito, we are thrilled to meet Your littlest one in the spring, and we know they will have THE best parents. ;)
Obi & Kelechi's Engagement Photos
What a beautiful couple! When Obi contacted us for photos, he said to me, "We already had engagement photos, and my fiancé looks gorgeous in them, but I just don't feel like myself. They came in and put powder all over my face, and I don't feel like I look like me. I'm not a pretty guy and want photos that are more casual, where I can feel like myself." We decided to do more urban feeling photos, and Obi, I hope we proved you wrong about yourself- you both ended up looking INCREDIBLE!
What a beautiful couple! When Obi contacted us for photos, he said to me, "We already had engagement photos, and my fiancé looks gorgeous in them, but I just don't feel like myself. They came in and put powder all over my face, and I don't feel like I look like me. I'm not a pretty guy and want photos that are more casual, where I can feel like myself." We decided to do more urban feeling photos, and Obi, I hope we proved you wrong about yourself- you both ended up looking INCREDIBLE! We've had people oooo-ing and ahhh-ing over your photos, asking if you both are models! You can see the love in both of your eyes, and we are so honored to have had even a small part in preserving these moments in your lives before becoming man and wife!
Ryan Family Vacation
We absolutely adored our time with the Ryan family! They decided to spend a relaxing weekend in Galveston (one of our most favorite places ever) for Fourth of July weekend, and I'm so glad they decided to take some photos of the family while they were down!
We absolutely adored our time with the Ryan family! They decided to spend a relaxing weekend in Galveston (one of our most favorite places ever) for Fourth of July weekend, and I'm so glad they decided to take some photos of the family while they were down!
The twins, Abby & Aiden, were absolute dolls, and Jake was a ball of energy and personality! Thank you, Amy, for giving us the opportunity to spend some time with your family!
Micale's Maternity Photos
Baby Ellison is well on her way, hopefully to be expected this week, and we are so excited! Micale said that she went back and forth between whether she wanted maternity photos or not, and I must say, I'm glad she decided to have some taken before it was too late!
Baby Ellison is well on her way, hopefully to be expected this week, and we are so excited! Micale said that she went back and forth between whether she wanted maternity photos or not, and I must say, I'm glad she decided to have some taken before it was too late! We did the session for Micale and Brett in their home, since we didn't know if she would still be on bed rest, AND 38 weeks along isn't the most comfortable state to be roaming local parks. I hope you agree with us in saying that the final results were stunning!
Micale, you and Brett are going to be incredible parents, and we can't wait to meet Baby E this week! :D
Juarez Family Photos
Annie and I have been coworkers for just over three years now, and before Josh and I even began our official photography business, she was one of the first people that was interested in having photos done! Needless to say, we were ecstatic when my she let me know that she and Jose wanted family photos this summer!
Annie and I have been coworkers for just over three years now, and before Josh and I even began our official photography business, she was one of the first people that was interested in having photos done! Needless to say, we were ecstatic when my she let me know that she and Jose wanted family photos this summer!
Annie and I went back and forth about where would be the best place for them, and what style of photos she wanted- Galveston or Houston? Urban or woodsy?Ultimately, I think we picked just the right spot. :)
We decided to try out Buffalo Bayou Park, right north of downtown Houston, where we were able to find the best of both worlds! A lush spot, right in the middle of the city, Buffalo Bayou Park allowed to get both great skyline pictures and photos in nature, and have fun while doing so! It was a great opportunity to explore one of Houston's gems, and it was evident that Justin and Sophia (and Jordan, the lovable French bulldog!) all loved the park as well.
Annie and Jose, I hope you love your pictures as much as we do! Anytime you want more family photos, we're totally in! :)
IV's First Jam
This little baller turns one this month! To celebrate, mom & dad are throwing a Space Jam themed party and wanted basketball pictures. Honestly, I don't think little IV could be any cuter!
This little baller turned one this week! To celebrate, he is having a Space Jam themed party, so naturally, what would make more sense than some basketball pictures! Honestly, I don't think little IV could be any cuter! We loved his happy demeanor and sweet personality during the shoot (and every time we see him!) and it's without a doubt that he loves his mom & dad. :)
Tito and Sam, we love you and your precious family, and IV is such a little model baby that we would take pictures of him everyday if we could! ♡
Aria & Ainsley's Enchanted First Birthday!
Aria and Ainsley had the most precious "Enchanted First Birthday"! Ashley did a wonderful job ensuring that the cake, table decorations, outfits, and PONIES were nothing short of perfect for her girls' big day!
Don't ever say Facebook is good for nothing! I saw on Facebook early in May that a fellow choir member from high school (11 years ago, to be exact), was looking for a photographer for his adorable twins' first birthday party, so I reached out! Thank you, Facebook, for the high school reunion, of sorts!
Aria and Ainsley had the most precious "Enchanted First Birthday"! Ashley did a wonderful job ensuring that the cake, table decorations, outfits, and PONIES were nothing short of perfect for her girls' big day!
Anybody else wish they had ponies at their birthday party?! The house was full of friends and family, and the atmosphere was buzzing with the love for these two sweet girls.
Daniel & Ashley, congratulations on successfully making it through the first year with your girls and throwing them a great birthday bash! It was nothing short of enchanted. ;)
