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Jared & Jena’s Trattoria Lisina Marriage Proposal | Austin Photographer

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#MarryMeMonday🥂 When Jared told Jena he loved her for the first time, they were standing near a fountain in their college town of La Crosse, Wisconsin. So after 5 years of dating, he wanted to ask Jena to marry him near a fountain in their new home of Austin. After some online searching, Jared discovered […]

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Colorful Mercury Hall + The Line Wedding | Carolyn & Neil | Austin Photographer

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After since Carolyn & Neil’s campfire + cabin engagement photos, I’ve been counting down the days until their wedding. Y’all… it did not disappoint. Looking back on their day, I think of family, inclusion, creativity, and COLOR. 🌈 Lots and lots of color! I personally love their style, and man did their wedding have style. […]

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Olympic National Park Washington Engagement Photos | Ashlee & Tyler

Filed in : Destination, Engagement

We had the whole lake to ourselves as we watched the sun rise over the mountains. ✨ The trees surrounding Lake Crescent were glowing, and the crystal clear blue water looked even more pretty. We immediately knew this view was worth waking up early and driving in the dark. But first, let’s back up. 😊👇 […]

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Outdoor Garden Wedding at The Vineyards at Chappel Lodge | Stephanie & Ruben

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Stephanie & Ruben were married under giant oak trees, were serenaded by a mariachi band, danced with their favorite people, and had the time of their lives. ✨ Having a FUN wedding was one of their main goals! They were even engaged for a whole year longer than planned (thanks Covid), because it was really […]

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Retro Boat Rental Downtown Austin Lady Bird Lake

Downtown Austin Marriage Proposal on Retro Boat | Mitchell & Sara

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#MarryMeMonday🥂 Have you thought about proposing on a BOAT?? This weekend, Mitchell proposed to Sara on a 1960’s mid-century retro boat! 🤩⁣ ⁣ He loves fishing, so when she mentioned wanting to try out Retro Boat Rentals ATX, he knew this would be a great way to combine things they both love + give her […]

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Pedernales Falls State Park Adventure Elopement | Bryanna & Oyuki

Filed in : Destination, Wedding

Oyuki & Bryanna exchanged rings and read their vows on a rocky ledge, overlooking a flowing river, waterfalls, and hills. It couldn’t have been more beautiful. I was first connected with this awesome couple when Bryanna proposed on Mount Bonnell. I’ve seen many sunsets from this overlook, but I’ll never forget this one. The hills […]

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Summer Canyonwood Ridge Wedding | Ashley & Matt

Filed in : Wedding

The Richelsen wedding! After Ashley & Matt’s fun engagement session, I KNEW their wedding would be a blast. (Side note – go here to see their photos and read about how they met. It’s such a good story.) First of all, their reception was WILD. I’m not exaggerating when I say that the dance floor […]

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Rocky Mountain National Park Colorado Marriage Proposal | Kevin & Amanda

Filed in : Destination, Proposal

Amanda & Kevin stood on an overlook at Rocky Mountain National Park, gazing out at sunny layers of mountains.🏔  They were ready for a day of hiking in the park Amanda had visited countless times as a native Coloradoan. It was Kevin’s first time there, so Amanda expected that she’d spend the day showing him […]

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South Congress Ave. + Parking Garage Rooftop Engagement Photos | Kat & Dane

Filed in : Engagement

Alright, here we GO! A golden sunset + 3 amazing outfits + a huge variety of locations + lots of laughing + a stunning couple looking like models = Kat & Dane’s engagement photos. I first met Kat & Dane when he proposed earlier this year. He knocked it outta the park and planned the […]

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Romantic Sekrit Theater Greenhouse Proposal | Kilian & Elizabeth

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#MarryMeMonday🥂 Today we’re featuring Elizabeth & Kilian, who have been engaged for less than 24 hours!⁣ They live near Houston, and Kilian planned a fun day of activities in Austin. Toward the end of the day, Kilian gave Elizabeth two clues about where they were going next. 1. It was somewhere they’d already been on […]

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