Hello, welcome to my professional photography blog. My name is Martina and I live in Austin, Texas. Capturing a beautiful moment or place is my passion. I am a natural portrait and wedding photographer, creating beautiful and timeless photos that tell your unique story. My documentary style of photography captures true emotion and allows you to be yourself in front of the camera. If you are interested in scheduling a portrait session or wedding, contact me at: info@photosbymartina.net. If you enjoy my work and would like receive updates, submit your email address below. I hope you will pull up a chair and stay a while!

Monday, November 23, 2015

Pedernales Falls State Park

Photos taken during sunset/dusk at Pedernales Falls State Park in Johnson City, Texas. I got to use my new Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 wide-angle lens for these shots. It's an awesome addition to my gear!

Pedernales Falls State Park
Pedernales Falls State Park photo by Martina Villarreal

Monday, November 2, 2015

Austin Portraits: Samantha

Sneak peek images from an individual portrait session at Mayfield Park in Austin, Texas. Samantha Kelly is an establish and talented actress from L.A. who recent relocated to Austin. She's appeared in various short films. You can learn more about her work on her IMDB link. These are my favorites from the day!

Samantha Kelly portrait session by Martina
Samantha Kelly portrait session by Martina

Sunday, October 25, 2015

Austin Wedding Photography: Carlos & Ashley

Sneak peek from Carlos & Ashley's wedding at the Red Barn in Pflugerville, Texas. This adorable couple tied the knot with their friends and family on Oct 23, 2015. Amazingly, this DIY theme wedding was planned in only 3 months. They even had their son as the ring bearer. So sweet! I had so much fun capturing their beautiful and special day. Congratulations to the happy couple!

Thursday, October 8, 2015

Austin Couples Portraits: Yutong & Andy

Sneak preview of a couples portrait session with the lovely young couple, Yutong & Andy. Photos were taken at the East Metropolitan Park in Manor, Texas. They are very sweet and down-to-earth couple. I am happy I had the opportunity to meet and document these moments with them! Here are a few of my favorites from the day.

Monday, September 28, 2015

Lunar eclipse photography

Photos taken on September 27, 2015 during a total lunar eclipse at Georgetown Lake in Georgetown, Texas. A total lunar eclipse can happen only when the sun, Earth and moon are perfectly lined up. The next lunar eclipse will not be visible until the year 2033.

Click to see image of sunset at Lake Georgetown
Aperture: f/5.6, Shutter speed: 25 sec, ISO 100
Click to see image of full moon at Lake Georgetown
Aperture: f/10, Shutter speed: 30 sec, ISO 200
Click to see image of a total lunar eclipse at Lake Georgetown
Aperture: f/13, Shutter speed: 8 sec, ISO 100

Sunday, September 13, 2015

Austin Couples Portraits: Elexis & Larry

Sneak preview from a couples portrait session with my dear friends, Elexis & Larry. These two got engaged and are planning a winter wedding. I'm so happy I was able to capture these moments between them. Congratulations you two! We are so happy for you both :) Here are my favorites from the day.

Click to see image of Couples portrait session by Martina
Click to see image of Couples portrait session by Martina
Click to see image of Couples portrait session by Martina
Click to see image of Couples portrait session by Martina
Click to see image of Couples portrait session by Martina
Click to see image Couples portrait session by Martina

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Inspirational photography quotes

For all my photography friendshere are a couple inspirational photography quotes I designed. As photographers, artists, designers, and creators it's important to draw inspiration from the world around us. ~Martina

Inspirational quote by Martina
This quote was inspired by Ansel Adams.
Inspirational quote by Martina
The art of story telling & capturing emotion.