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There’s a rhythm to Catholic life that often goes unseen — the prayers, the glances, the hellos over coffee. When we stepped onto the grounds of St. Louis Catholic Church for their morning Mass and monthly fellowship gathering, we weren’t shooting a wedding. We were invited into something deeper: the living, breathing story of a parish family.
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 MoreI 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.
Read MoreSmall 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.
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 MoreVenue 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.
Read MoreWeddings 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.
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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