Austin Engagement Photography: Elexis & Larry

Sneak peek images from my photo session with my dear friends, Elexis & Larry! This is my second session with them. I captured some romantic moments between them at the park and just enjoying each others company around downtown Austin. These two are getting married in less than a year! I am so happy for them and looking forward to their wedding :) Here are some of my favorites.

Engaged couple toasting at Bulter Park in Austin, Texas.
Engaged couple toasting with his & hers glasses at Bulter Park in Austin, Texas.
Engaged couple standing in front of downtown Austin, Texas
Engaged couple standing in front of downtown Austin, Texas
Engagement photos with Elexis & Larry in downtown Austin, Texas
Engaged couple standing in front of downtown Austin, Texas.
Engagement photos by Martina in downtown Austin, Texas

Austin Wedding Photography: Cecille & Robert

Sneak peek photos taken with Cecille & Robert in Austin, Texas. These two just tied the knot! Following the ceremony, we took pictures around Congress avenue. These two are so cute together! I love the special, little moments between them. They are genuinely happy and just living in the moment together. You can really see how much they love each other. So sweet...here are some of my favorites!

Newly weds on Congress bridge in Austin, Texas
Newly weds kissing on Congress bridge in Austin, Texas
The bride and groom embracing in Austin, Texas
The happy couple at the "I love you so much" wall in Austin, Texas
The happy couple kissing at the "I love you so much" wall in Austin, Texas

Austin Portrait Photography: Melina

Sneak peek images from my photo session with lovely and talented, Melina. Melina Nova is a teacher, model, artist and pop musician. Photos from this shoot will be used for her newest album release. You can check out her music here. This was another one of my top favorite sessions because we got so many dynamic angles and a variety of looks :) It was hard to pick, but here are my favorites! She was fun to work with and is absolutely gorgeous! Send an email msv1013@gmail.com for more information on scheduling a shoot with me!

Photos by Martina: Austin portrait photography of Melina Nova
Photos by Martina: Austin portrait photography of Melina Nova
Photos by Martina: Austin portrait photography of Melina Nova
Photos by Martina: Austin portrait photography of Melina Nova
Photos by Martina: Austin portrait photography of Melina Nova
Photos by Martina: Austin portrait photography of Melina Nova
Photos by Martina: Austin portrait photography of Melina Nova
Photos by Martina: Austin portrait photography of Melina Nova

Austin Engagement Photography: Rachel & Ryan

Sneak peek photos taken at McKinney Falls in Austin, Texas. Rachel and Ryan recently got engaged and will be tying the knot next summer in Boston, MA. They meet 2 1/2 years ago playing coed soccer together and they hit it off pretty much right away. During our shoot, they were very relaxed and just enjoyed each other's company. It was fun taking pictures & getting to know them. Here are some of my favorites!

Austin engagement photography by Martina at McKinney Falls in Austin, Texas
Austin engagement photography by Martina at McKinney Falls in Austin, Texas
Austin engagement photography by Martina at McKinney Falls in Austin, Texas
Austin engagement photography by Martina at McKinney Falls in Austin, Texas
Austin engagement photography by Martina at McKinney Falls in Austin, Texas
Austin engagement photography by Martina at McKinney Falls in Austin, Texas

Austin Portraits: Sara at Mayfield Park

Sneak preview of a portrait session with my dear friend, Sara at Covert Park in Austin, Texas. Sara has a successful career as a Design Manager at an advertising agency. Not only that--she is fun, outgoing and amazingly talented! She has such a natural beauty about herself and my goal was to capture that. I hope you enjoy them as much I do. For more info on scheduling a session, send me an email at: msv1013@gmail.com

Austin portraits by Martina at Mayfield Park in Austin, Texas
Austin portraits by Martina at Mayfield Park in Austin
Austin portraits at Mayfield Park in Austin, Texas
Austin portraits by Martina at Mayfield Park in Austin
Austin portraits at Mayfield Park in Austin, Texas
Austin portraits by Martina at Mayfield Park in Austin

Wedding Photography: Candis & Daniel

Sneak peek images from Candis & Daniel's wedding. This lovely couple tied the knot at the Justice of the Peace and then we took photos at the place they got engaged, Mt. Bonnell in Austin, Texas. This couple was really fun to work with and so natural in front of the camera. They are a perfect match together and very much in love! I'm so happy I was able to meet and capture these special moments with them. Here are my favorites, it was hard to pick!

Austin Wedding Photography by Martina
Austin Wedding Photography by Martina
Austin Wedding Photography by Martina
Austin Wedding Photography by Martina
Austin Wedding Photography by Martina
Austin Wedding Photography by Martina
Austin Wedding Photography by Martina
Austin Wedding Photography by Martina
Austin Wedding Photography at Mt. Bonnell
Austin Wedding Photography at Mt. Bonnell
Austin Wedding Photography at Mt. Bonnell

Travel Photography: Corpus Christi, Texas

As many of you know, I have a passion for landscape photography. Over the weekend, we took a trip to Corpus Christi, Texas and went to Bob Hall Pier. The weather was cool but the beach was nice and clean. I took the opportunity to explore some artistic and simplistic compositions. The afternoon sunset provided some beautiful lighting. I used a slower shutter speed on some to make the water look smooth. Here are some of my favorites ;)

Bob Hall Pier in Corpus Christi, Texas photos by Martina
Bob Hall Pier in Corpus Christi, Texas photos by Martina
Bob Hall Pier in Corpus Christi, Texas photos by Martina
Bob Hall Pier in Corpus Christi, Texas photos by Martina
Bob Hall Pier in Corpus Christi, Texas photos by Martina
Bob Hall Pier in Corpus Christi, Texas photos by Martina

Austin Portraits: Lydia & Marlena

Sneak peek images from my photo session with the lovely twin sisters, Lydia & Marlena! These two are the co-founders of Lunar Nourishment. They specialize in meditation and yoga techniques. They also sell handmade jewelry, bath and self-care products. This was one of my favorite sessions - these two were so natural in front of the camera, and we had fun! I got some really artistic shots with the afternoon sunset. It was gorgeous outside! There are so many good ones, it was hard to pick :) Here are some of my favorites from the day!

Twin sister portraits at Mary Moore Searight Park
Twin sister portraits at Mary Moore Searight Park
Twin sister portraits at Mary Moore Searight Park
Twin sister portraits at Mary Moore Searight Park
Twin sister portraits at Mary Moore Searight Park
Twin sister portraits at Mary Moore Searight Park

Austin Portraits: Kylia

Photos taken of my beautiful friend, Kylia. Kylia has her Master's degree in Business Administration and a successful career in Marketing. She is a natural in front of the camera ;) I was able to capture these portraits and headshots of her in various places of downtown Austin, TX. The sun was shining, but it was freezing outside. She did so great braving the cold! Here are my favorites from the day :)

Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia

Austin Wedding Photography: Thomas & Randi

Sneak peek from Thomas & Randi's wedding on November 28, 2015. This rustic, cowboy style wedding took place at the Wildflower Barn in Driftwood, Texas. It was raining off and on and very chilly outside, but that didn't stop the party. I had so much fun, these people know how to have a great time! Thomas & Randi are down to earth, warm and welcoming--they are perfect together. I am so happy we were able to document their love and capture their special day. Thanks for letting us be a part of it!

Thomas & Randi Wedding: The rings
Thomas & Randi Wedding: Getting ready
Thomas & Randi Wedding: The blushing bride!
Thomas & Randi Wedding: Beautiful bridesmaids
Thomas & Randi Wedding: The groomsmen
Thomas & Randi Wedding: The Wildflower Barn Ceremony
Thomas & Randi Wedding: Starting a new chapter
Thomas & Randi Wedding: First dance
Thomas & Randi Wedding: The garter toss
Thomas & Randi Wedding: The winners
Thomas & Randi Wedding: Father / Daughter dance
Thomas & Randi Wedding: Mother / Son dance