Paniolo Ranch Wedding and Reception – Elizabeth + Joseph

Elizabeth and Joseph’s wedding at Paniolo Ranch was spread over two beautiful days in the Texas Hill Country. It was full of laughter, quiet moments, and the kind of joy that only happens when people slow down and soak it in.

Paniolo Ranch sits just outside of Boerne, overlooking wide open hills and oak trees. It’s peaceful and private—perfect for couples who want a stress-free day surrounded by family, friends, and nature. As San Antonio wedding photographers, we’ve seen a lot of venues, but few offer the mix of views and calm that Paniolo does.

Biggest Regret From Couples – Underestimating Photography Coverage

The cake’s been cut. The dress is boxed. You’re on the couch, coffee in hand, scrolling through your wedding gallery when it hits you: “I wish we had booked more hours.”

It’s the most common thing we hear from couples after the confetti settles — not wishing they’d chosen different flowers, or a different DJ, but wishing their photography had lasted just a little longer.

Live Music for Your Hill Country Wedding with The Little Wedding Band

Picture this: the sun dips low behind rolling Hill Country hills, casting golden light through live oaks. A breeze carries the twang of a guitar, your guests are swaying with drinks in hand, and you lock eyes with your new spouse as your song begins.

Yeah, playlists are great. But live music? It lives with you. It becomes a heartbeat pulsing through the whole day.

As Hill Country wedding photographers who have captured over 200 couples tying the knot from Boerne to Fredericksburg and beyond, we've seen firsthand how live music changes the entire feel of a wedding. It creates a connection—between guests, between moments, and between the two of you.

Intimate Weddings Are In For 2025 In San Antonio (And We’re So Here for It)

If you’ve been daydreaming about a wedding that feels more like a laid-back dinner party with your favorite people and less like a performance for 200 guests, you’re not alone. Intimate weddings are having a serious moment—and honestly, we hope it’s here to stay.

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