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!

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.

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.

Aperture: f/5.6, Shutter speed: 25 sec, ISO 100

Aperture: f/10, Shutter speed: 30 sec, ISO 200

Aperture: f/13, Shutter speed: 8 sec, ISO 100

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.

Inspirational photography quotes

For all my photography friends—here 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

This quote was inspired by Ansel Adams.

The art of story telling & capturing emotion.

Austin Couples Portraits: Nikki & Mark

Photos from a couples portrait session at Walnut Creek Park in Austin, Texas. I had the opportunity to get to know and photograph this adorable couple! They were fun to work with and, they are very much in love. Here are my favorites from the day!

What to wear at your next portrait session

Here is my top ten list on what to wear at your next portrait session.

1. Remember to wear simple clothes, darker colors work best.
2. Avoid wearing all white, neon colors, busy patterns, bold strips, plaids or polka dots, clothing that’s too tight or too baggy. These all bring more attention to your clothes, rather than your face.
3. Avoid clothing with pictures, writing or large logos on them (for example, graphic t-shirts).
4. For group and family photos, wear similar colors (they don’t all have to match) but be party of the same color family/theme.
5. Pick colors and clothing that’s comfortable and looks good on you.
6. Avoid wearing watches or hair ties around your wrists.
7. Wear minimal jewelry: 2-3 pieces at the most.
8. If possible, remove glasses before the session, as they catch reflections that can cover your eyes.
9. Don’t forget to wear shoes and socks ;)
10. Bring a great attitude to the portrait session. If you are relaxed, and your eyes and smile are genuinely friendly, your portrait will be too!