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!

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

Austin Engagement Photography: AJ & Rachel

Sneak peek images from my photo session with my friends, AJ & Rachel. AJ decided to pop the question to his long time girlfriend, Rachel at the beautiful Mt. Bonnell in Austin, Texas on Saturday. He set up a whole day of pampering for her and then suprised her at the top of Mt. Bonnell with their two dogs and a beautiful ring, of course! These two will be tying the knot in North Carolina later this year. I'm so glad they asked me to capture their proposal ;)

Austin Engagement photos by Martina
Austin Engagement photos by Martina
Austin Engagement photos by Martina
Austin Engagement photos by Martina
Austin engagement photography by Martina
Austin Engagement photos by Martina

Sunday, March 13, 2016

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

Friday, March 11, 2016

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

Monday, February 29, 2016

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

Saturday, February 20, 2016

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

Thursday, February 18, 2016

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

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

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