Never have I ever photographed a session in San Antonio, but last week these two made this happen for me! I had such a blast getting to know these two & hearing about their love & all their wedding day plans. It’s always such a pleasure to be able to work with my couples before their wedding day, because we’re able to break the ice, get all of the awkward stranger vibes out of the way ,& be able to just have fun!
We started the session off by La Villita & walked along the riverwalk, which wasn’t far from where Luke proposed to Meg. I love when there’s all these meaningful little details, but anyways this spot holds a place close to their heart! We then ended the session off at The Historic Pearl in San Antonio, Texas. I was loving all the tones & greenery this evening, the sunset was just shiny & everything was so pretty, despite us being a little sweaty. These two gave kisses among all of the strangers around them & were truly the main characters of the evening, which always make my heart so full!
I can’t wait to celebrate these two in August 🤩🪩🎞️
Laura & Todd's Spring Engagement Session in Cypress, Texas.
Finally sharing another sweet engagement session on the blog! This Spring I have been traveling a ton back & fourth from Flatonia, Texas to Houston, Texas. I had a few months of constant traveling, however now that I’m on the other side of things I’m finally able to have more time to share them with y’all! Earlier this May on one of these Houston trips I photographed Laura & Todd’s Engagement Session. We had been planning this day for a few months & am so happy everything worked out for our session.
The last few hours before our session even started the Houston weather flipped on us & we were all hoping, praying, & stressing up until the start of our session time. Despite the weather stress we had, we started our session off at Brew 30 in Cypress, which is a Brewery Tap House & these two drank a beer, took photos, attempted to play darts, & headed out to their Wedding Venue just down the road.
The Reserve on Cypress Creek is a beautiful, peaceful, in the middle of the forest venue. This is where we spent time taking their Save the Date photo & these two decided to add in their pups for a few photos! To end off our session we went to the Bridgeland Treehouse Park which is such a unique spot for photos & was so fun to do! Plus, they ended with a stunning champagne pop! I love when couples decide to do this, it’s such a fun little way to celebrate y’all!
Also, bring your pups with you to your session! These are always the cutest family photos to have, even if your fur babies can be a little chaotic, I don’t mind it at all! Bring all their favorite treats & their favorite leash.
What is a bridal session & how it can help you on wedding day!
What is a Bridal Portrait Session?
Well, if you’re engaged & planning a wedding, this is typically more popular among traditional weddings, then you might want to consider hiring your wedding photographer & planning a solo portrait session of you in all your Bridal glory! Most brides will use their wedding venue as the location, however if you have a specific envision & theme for your bridal session then go for it!
Why should I book a Bridal Portrait Session?
This is the time to test out your wedding vendors before wedding day! Try out a wedding hairstyle & makeup you have in mind & see if it’s how you want to look on your wedding day with the vendor you have in mind. Get a mock bouquet from your wedding florist. Be able to put on & wear your wedding dress & veil. Work with your venue beforehand, some wedding venues will offer free photo session time on the property. And, you'll be able to work with your wedding photographer, this is amazing! Not only does this allow time for you to open up with your photographer, but can be an important factor when having a stranger photograph you on wedding day!
How will this reduce my wedding stress?
On a normal traditional wedding days, you have a set timeline of all the moments that make up your wedding day, so staying on schedule is important, but it’s not the biggest thing in the world. If you are feeling nervous about having more than enough time for your solo bridal portraits on top of everything else you want captured, then having a bridal portrait session can definitely benefit you when it comes to your wedding day! Plus, you’ll be able to get dolled up & wear your wedding day one more time, besides on your wedding day!
What if I do my Bridal Session after the wedding day?
This is something you can do & is more practical if you want to try to do it on wedding day! Just know on wedding day you probably won’t be able to have as much time to yourself for solo portraits than you might want or think. This will also depend on how many hours of coverage you have your photographer for & what all is planned on wedding day! I highly recommend asking your wedding photographer the logistics for capturing these photos on wedding day or if you’d like a solo bridal session!
