Marriott Plaza Hotel Wedding – Cassie and Brian - October 2009

I still remember the warmth of that late October day in 2009. I had stepped away from weddings for a while, and Cassie and Brian’s small ceremony at the Marriott Plaza Hotel pulled me back in. It felt like a return to something I once knew well, but with a new way of seeing.

This was long before Michelle and I worked as a team. It was just me, a couple of digital cameras, having made the jump from film,, and my son, who joined me to help with lighting. He carried the light helped by aiming it wherever I pointed. It was a new style of wedding photography for me built around off-camera lighting.

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Restaurant Claudine Intimate Wedding – Hina & Mark

Small weddings have a way of slowing things down. When you invite only the people who matter most, the day feels warm and honest. That’s what made Hina and Mark’s intimate wedding at Restaurant Claudine so special. It had heart. It had style. And it gave their closest friends and family a front seat to every moment.

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What Style of Wedding Photography Is Most Appealing to You?

Choosing 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.

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Venue 88 San Antonio Wedding + Reception for Shelby & Jose

Venue 88 feels like a hidden spot on the edge of San Antonio. It blends an easy Hill Country feel with a clean modern look. Shelby and Jose chose it for their wedding, and it fit them well. Both serve in the military. Both value simple moments with the people they love. They wanted a place close to home that still felt like an escape. Venue 88 delivered.

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Unique Drink Bar at Your Wedding – The Thirsty Cowboy Bar

Weddings feel more personal when couples add details that show who they are. One fun way to do that is with a mobile drink bar. We’ve seen a lot of bar setups at San Antonio and Hill Country weddings, but The Thirsty Cowboy Bar always stands out. It’s a hit with guests and photographs well. It also saves space inside the venue, which most couples don’t think about until setup day.

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Best Micro-Wedding Venues in San Antonio & the Hill Country

When 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.

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Five Great Blog Posts That Will Help You Plan Your Wedding

You’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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Hat Bar at Your Hill Country Wedding

There’s something about a Texas Hill Country wedding that invites personality. Maybe it’s the oak trees, the big skies, or that easy, laid-back rhythm that says come as you are. And lately, couples have been taking that idea to heart — by adding a hat bar to their wedding day.

If you haven’t seen one yet, prepare to fall in love with this trend. We’ve photographed dozens of weddings around San Antonio and the Hill Country, and every time a hat bar appears, it becomes a highlight. Guests light up, cameras click nonstop, and everyone leaves with something they’ll actually keep — a hat that tells a story.

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Lovers' Leap Surprise Proposal Waco – Chris + Layla

You don’t forget mornings like this. A calm, cool breeze. The sound of the river far below. The first glow of sunrise slipping over the edge of the cliffs at Lovers’ Leap. That’s where Chris got down on one knee and asked Layla to marry him.

We’ve photographed hundreds of proposals, but this one had its own quiet beauty. No crowd. No pressure. Just two people and a view that stretched for miles.

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