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After an 8 year courtship that included med school and establishing their practices, these two doctors had an elaborate traditional Indian wedding planned for September, 2020 at Hyatt Lost Pines Resort. Unfortunately, like so many other couples, the Covid pandemic changed their plans. Since “Love Conquers All” this sweet couple decided rather than postponing their […]

My clients often have unique stories and great advice for the newly engaged which I enjoy sharing on my blog.  I found as their wedding photographer, the story of Hannah and Matt both interesting and inspiring. After meeting through a dating website, this couple soon discovered they had a strong commonality….their journey to sobriety. This […]

Lauren, a marketer for a private equity firm, and Rollie, a business developer for an oil and gas company, found true love in the heart of downtown Austin in 2014. After a special proposal that only the couple got to share, Lauren and Rollie set upon the task of planning a wedding that was a […]

New York City lawyers, Karim and Tanvir, had a fun Lebanese Indian fusion wedding at Villa St. Clair. The two got to know one another and learned about their shared passion for travel — hence their travel-themed wedding…with a little Star Wars flair thrown in, cause hey who doesn’t love Star Wars? Since then they […]

Security was tight at Jakilyn & Sebastian’s vibrant Villa Antonia wedding as their secret agent son, Jacob, dutifully watched over the wedding rings until the time came to make them officially husband and wife. The couple celebrated long into the night with their family and friends under the stars in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. […]

Wedding Ceremony and Reception Venue: Villa Antonia Wedding Planner and Coordinator: Glitzzy Events Florist: Gypsy Floral DJ: Texas Pro DJ Ceremony Music: Terra Vista Strings Caterer: Red Book Chef Wedding Cake: Feathers & Frosting Dessert Table Design: Melody’s Joy Getaway Car: Austin Classic Limo Lounge Furniture Rental: Birch & Brass Hair: Carol Shoemate and Jourdan […]

Kathryn and Nick proclaimed their love to the world with a Brunch Bash! The beautiful bride and her dashing groom enjoyed donuts and drank mimosas with their friends and family to celebrate the beginning of their life together. Mattie’s at Green Pastures in South Austin provided the perfect ambiance to match these kindred souls.  The brunch […]

This doe-eyed bride, Mandi, was the perfect model during this classic bridal session at the beautiful Northwest Austin wedding venue Villa Antonia. The grounds are always perfectly landscaped. The greenery lends a gorgeous backdrop that beautifully contrasts with Mandi’s classic, angelic look, giving her bridals a unique and exotic flair.

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