A Wedding Story: Scott & Chris

December 5, 2016 Photos by Martina

Mt. Bonnell Wedding Photography in Austin

Scott and Chris meet about 6 years ago in Taiwan. Scott was living there and attending school. Shortly there after, Scott started a substitute teaching job. While at the school teaching English, he meet a beautiful girl named Chris. He knew there was something special about her. From there, they started emailing each other and a relationship soon blossomed.

These two planned a spontaneous wedding on Friday, Dec 2nd. They kept things short, sweet and simple. They traveled to Austin looking for a beautiful spot to get married at, and they found Mt. Bonnell, overlooking the river. The bride, Chris wore a beautiful red wedding dress. Red is the color for good luck and celebration in Chinese & Japanese cultures. The ceremony was just the two of them, shared by the officiant and your’s truly. It was a real honor to be part of their special day! Here are some of my favorites.

A Wedding Story: Dessimber & John

December 2, 2016 Photos by Martina

Austin Wedding Photography at the Wildflower Barn

Dessimber & John's story started several years ago, when they met in San Antonio. They connected over their love of art. John works at a coffee shop, and Dessimber is a nurse. These two are both warm, caring and genuinely good people. Working with this couple, reminds me why I do what I do--because I love making real connections with my couples. I can call these two friends now and I'm looking forward to watching their love grow!

John and Dessimber got married at the beautiful Wildflower Barn, in Driftwood Texas on Saturday, November 19th. I have to say, their wedding was one of the best weddings I've been too. I don't know if it was the cold weather, hot chocolate, smoores or the happy vibes in the air, but it brought everyone closer together. Dessimber and John put so much thought into the details and made their guests feel like their number one priority. Dessimber handmade the invitations. They incorporated handwritten signs, fall elements, wood workings and colorful embellishments to tie it all together to make it feel like an enchanted forest. Their wedding was absolutely gorgeous, intimate, and unique to their personalities. Congratulations you two!! <3

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A Wedding Story: Lindsey & Danny

November 18, 2016 Photos by Martina

UMLAUF Sculpture Gardens Wedding Photography

Lindsey and Danny have a beautiful love story. They bonded over their passion of the outdoors, going on adventures and traveling together. They are both laid-back, friendly, warm and gracious people. They are similar by nature. It might sound cliché, but I think they really are perfect for each other. :)

They got married at the Umlauf Sculpture Gardens in Austin, Texas on, Nov 12th (my birthday). It was a beautiful ceremony, in such a beautiful and mysterious garden. They had a colorful display of food and fruit, and a smoore bar! They displayed some disposable cameras, so their guests could take pictures too. Lindsey & Danny were surrounded by so much love that night, from their family and friends. This family had the best speeches, prepared with witty stories about the couple and their lives. It was a happy celebration and union of two amazing families. I am so happy for you both, congratulations!

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An Engagement Story: Erin & Chris

November 8, 2016 Photos by Martina

San Antonio Engagement Photography | Photos by Martina

Erin and Chris meet while attending college at Illinois State University. They had the same Psychology class together. They bonded over their love of old movies and 1960's music. After graduating, Chris got a job in San Antonio. They decided to pack up their stuff and head off to a new adventure in the lone star state. They have been loving it here.

After dating for four years, Erin began dropping hints about getting married. Chris surprised her with a very sweet proposal! He told her they were going to go see a special movie. She thought they were going to see Casablanca, their favorite film. Little did she know, Chris rented out an entire movie theatre and invited their friends. There, he prosed to her and she said "I do!" :D

They are such a cute couple, down-to-earth and they compliment each other very well. We meet near downtown at The Pearl in San Antonio. It’s a beautiful area with a collection of shops, unique/historic old buildings and it's close to the riverwalk. These two will be getting married at The Stables in November 2017. I am so excited for their wedding! It's going to be absolute gorgeous and charming. Here are some of my favorites with them!

A Wedding Story: Brenda & Chris

October 7, 2016 Photos by Martina

Brenda and Chris’s story started with an encounter, at a bar in 2008. Chris saw Brenda and thought she was so pretty. He ambitiously decided to go talk to her and try to charm her with some of his Spanish. ;) Brenda thought he was cute, and a relationship quickly developed. Things between them got more serious, when they decided to move in together. They got engaged two years ago, when they found out Brenda was pregnant with their baby girl! He proposed to her at a beautiful spot by the water, while on a walk together.

These two decided to tie the knot with an adorable backyard wedding, here in Austin. They invited all their friends and family to share this special day with them. We took photos at a park, so the couple could have a first look some time together before they exchanged vows. The look on Chris’s face when he saw Brenda in her dress for the first time, was priceless. You can see how much they really love each other! They even had their adorable 2 year old daughter, Ava participate in their union together. The ceremony was beautiful and romantic! They decided to write their own vows, and it was featured in both Spanish and English. I can’t say enough about how warm, sweet and generous these two are! They are great people and they deserve all the happiness in the world. I am so happy I had the chance to capture these moments! Brenda & Chris, thank you so much for sharing your special day with me! Here are some of my favorites. :)

A Proposal Story: Fernando & Daniella

September 26, 2016 Photos by Martina

Fernando & Daniella started out as high-school sweet hearts and have been together for about 6 1/2 years now. Both of them are living and working in Houston. Fernando knew he had found his match and decided to pop the question to Daniella, at Mt. Bonnell over looking the Colorado River and beautiful Austin city skyline. At first, she had no idea. He was very casual about it. While they were admiring the view, he reached into his back pocket and got down on one knee. When she turned around, Daniella was so surprised! She had no idea and started crying tears of joy. And of course, she said YES!! Congratulations you two! Here are some of my favorites from our session.

A Proposal Story: Adam & Alyssa

September 6, 2016 Photos by Martina

Sneak peeks from Adam & Alyssa's proposal on the Boardwalk in Austin, Texas. These two have been together for 6 years, living in LA. Alyssa has her own successful fashion blog, and Adam works for, Meltwater, a successful media management company. These two are just perfect together. They traveled down to Austin for the weekend to catch the UT game and visit friends. Alyssa had no idea he had planned on proposing to her! He planned the perfect spot, overlooking the beautiful Austin skyline. You can see the surprise and excitement in her face. It was such an honor to be there and witness this special moment between them! Congratulations to the happy couple :)

An Engagement Story: John & Alyssa

August 26, 2016 Photos by Martina

John and Alyssa got engaged on July 2nd. After dating for two years, they moved into a new house together and planned a house warming & 4th of July party to celebrate. During the celebration, John proposed to his sweet heart, Alyssa in front of their friends and family. And she said YES! I think they make the perfect couple. ;)

These two are getting married at the beautiful Red Ridge. When I met them, I knew McKinney Falls would be the perfect, secluded spot for our photo shoot. They are the type of people who live in the moment. They enjoy being outside & dancing. You can really see the love between them. I am so excited for their wedding, it's going to amazing! Here are some of my favorites, I hope you enjoy them!

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A Wedding Story: Judy & Scott

August 20, 2016 Photos by Martina

Sneak peeks from Judy & Scott's 10-year wedding celebration in Austin, Texas! These two got married in the Philippines 10 years ago, to the date. In honor of their anniversary, they decide to have a wedding/vow renewal with their friends and family. Their three kids participated in the wedding, as well. They have two boys and an adorable 3-year-old daughter. So cute! Their wedding had a high-end, luxury, Italian style to it. It was very elegant.

Judy looked so stunning in her dress! She got ready at the beautiful, Hotel Granduca Austin. Then we drove down to St. Catherine of Siena Chapel, where they were married and some tears were shead. Following the ceremony, we headed to the Trattoria Lisina in Driftwood, for some delicious Italian food. The experience was amazing and everyone was so nice! We even got some really fun sunset photos at the end of it all. Their wedding was beautiful, and a true celebration of their love and dedication to one another. I'm so happy I had a chance to meet them and photograph all these memorable moments! Here are some of my favorites, enjoy.

A Wedding Story: Courtney & Patrick

August 9, 2016 Photos by Martina

Sneak peeks from Courtney and Patrick's wedding at the Vintage Villas on Lake Travis in Austin, Texas. This lovely young couple meet at a bar one night and hit it off right away. They are both true Texans--down-to-earth, friendly and approachable. They love sports, (gooo Aggies!) the outdoors, and fishing. The groom's father shared some incredible stories about Courtney catching sharks on their last fishing trip! Their family is so sweet, kind and warm. I felt like I was part of the family :) Their wedding was so beautiful and I'm so happy they allowed us to be part of their special day! Congratulations Courtney and Patrick, here's to you!

Austin Wedding Photos by Martina at the Vintage Villas