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, 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

Monday, January 18, 2016

Maternity Photos: Tamara & De'Ellison

Sneak peek images from a maternity session with an adorable, young couple expecting their first baby boy this month! I had so much fun getting to know this couple. They are so nice and down-to-earth, they are going to make wonderful parents. Here are some of my favorites from our shoot.

Photos by Martina: Austin maternity photography
Photos by Martina: Austin maternity photography
Photos by Martina: Austin maternity photography
Photos by Martina: Austin maternity photography
Photos by Martina: Austin maternity photography
Photos by Martina: Austin maternity photography

Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Austin Portraits: Kylia

Photos taken of my beautiful friend, Kylia. Kylia has her Master's degree in Business Administration and a successful career in Marketing. She is a natural in front of the camera ;) I was able to capture these portraits and headshots of her in various places of downtown Austin, TX. The sun was shining, but it was freezing outside. She did so great braving the cold! Here are my favorites from the day :)

Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia
Austin portraits and headshots of Kylia

Sunday, November 29, 2015

Austin Wedding Photography: Thomas & Randi

Sneak peek from Thomas & Randi's wedding on November 28, 2015. This rustic, cowboy style wedding took place at the Wildflower Barn in Driftwood, Texas. It was raining off and on and very chilly outside, but that didn't stop the party. I had so much fun, these people know how to have a great time! Thomas & Randi are down to earth, warm and welcoming--they are perfect together. I am so happy we were able to document their love and capture their special day. Thanks for letting us be a part of it!

Thomas & Randi Wedding: The rings
Thomas & Randi Wedding: Getting ready
Thomas & Randi Wedding: The blushing bride!
Thomas & Randi Wedding: Beautiful bridesmaids
Thomas & Randi Wedding: The groomsmen
Thomas & Randi Wedding: The Wildflower Barn Ceremony
Thomas & Randi Wedding: Starting a new chapter
Thomas & Randi Wedding: First dance
Thomas & Randi Wedding: The garter toss
Thomas & Randi Wedding: The winners
Thomas & Randi Wedding: Father / Daughter dance
Thomas & Randi Wedding: Mother / Son dance