YOUR WEDDING DAY IS MORE THAN AN EVENT.
It is your love story
with heart and authenticity
A love story that is documented
Your wedding day is not just one day for celebration. These photos are a legacy. My job is to document your story timelessly so you can..
Sit through your wedding album with your future children and retell the stories...
To reminisce while celebrating a big milestone or anniversary...
A reminder of why you two fell in love in the first place.
Since photographing my first wedding in 2011, I know first hand that there is so much more that goes into photographing wedding days than taking pretty photos.
My approach going into your wedding day is meticulous, calm, and confident, ensuring that every detail is handled with care and attention.
I provide the perfect balance of a photojournalistic approach, spontaneous candid moments, and soft and romantic portraits for you to hang on your walls for years to come.
My Approach
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Megan + Doug
We loved working with Vanessa! The photos from our wedding are everything we wanted and more. She was a dream to work with, fun, and easy going, the whole day was a delight!"
-Elise + Whit
"The night and the days following, we have heard from so many wedding guests, letting us know how incredible our photographer was. She truly did not miss a single moment. She got all the family photos done promptly, while making sure we had everything we needed. She gave us the perfect amount of direction to endure we would love our photos. She was so sweet, making us feel so comfortable. By the end of our experience, we felt like lifelong friends and I can't wait to have her photograph our future family one day."
- Brittany + Derek
"I have had the pleasure of hiring Vanessa as a photographer for my engagement, wedding, newborn baby photos. I HIGHLY recommend her and her work! Not only does she make the photo shoot sessions fun and enjoyable, she also guides you through the whole process to help you be at ease and have your photos look very natural. She is kind, talented, prompt, and professional. You can really tell she enjoys what she does!"
- Elizabeth + Gus
"Vanessa made my wedding photography dreams come true! She was super responsive whenever I had questions and made the whole process run extremely smooth! On our wedding day, she was constantly capturing images and finding some little moments that I never knew I needed!"
You are newly engaged, and now you are looking for the perfect photographer for your day. I believe in taking the time to get to know my couples and get a better understanding of your love story and what is important to you when it comes to your images. Once you send out your initial email, we schedule a time over the phone or meet in person for coffee to go over all details, and to see if we are a good fit.
A signed agreement and retainer is due to officially book your wedding day on my calendar.
THE PROCESS
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Let's Connect!
Consultation & Booking your date
Next
i.
Once your wedding date is officially on my calendar, we start the planning process of your engagement session. I send over my Engagement Session Guide for you to look over before the session date. This guide helps prepare you on what to expect on the day of the session, tips on wardrobe, location suggestions, and other helpful ideas. The engagement session helps you two get familiar with how I work, get comfortable in front of the camera, and it's also another reason for a fun date night!
THE PROCESS
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Engagement Session
Let's have fun!
Next
ii.
One month before you wedding date, we'll schedule another in-person meeting or phone call to go over all your wedding day timeline and details, special moments to capture, family portrait list, what to expect, and other important information. This discussion helps prepare you and I for a smooth and stress free wedding day.
THE PROCESS
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Wedding Prep
Wedding Day timeline & details
Next
iii.
The day you've been planning for is finally here! Now is the time for you to relax, enjoy the day, and soak in all the moments. Myself and the rest of your vendor's job is to make sure your wedding day is fun, memorable, and everything you imagined.
THE PROCESS
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
The Wedding Day
Next
Iv.
My couples receive an intentionally curated handful of sneak preview images 2 days after their wedding day to view, download, and share with their family and friends.
My commitment to detail and timeless imagery means every single images in your wedding gallery is carefully culled and edited by me. You can expect your completed full wedding gallery in 6 weeks.
THE PROCESS
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Wedding Gallery
Next
v.
My collections include the option for additional add-on bonuses, such as an heirloom wedding album. Once your gallery has been delivered, it's time to start the process of designing your legacy album. We start by simply you choosing your favorite images of the day, then you sit back and relax, while I work on the design process.
THE PROCESS
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Ordering Your Custom Album
Next
vi.
the collections
offerings & services
Weddings
- Rehearsal or Welcome Dinner Coverage
- Next Day Family Brunch Coverage
- Second Photographer
- Bridal Session
- Boudoir Session
- Additional hourly coverage
- Heirloom Albums
Investment starting at $4,900
add on options include:
All wedding collections include at least 8 hours of coverage, 1 hour portrait session, and your online gallery of high quality digital images delivered within 6 weeks after your wedding day.
WEDDINGS
wedding collections
Engagements
- Additional hourly coverage
- Heirloom Albums
- Additional travel and locations
Investment starting at $600
Add on options includes:
Whether you are celebrating your new status of being engaged, or celebrating a milestone in your relationship, a portrait session with your love is an amazing way to document your journey. Sessions includes one hour of coverage, and an online gallery of high quality digital images delivered in 2 weeks.
Engagement or Anniversary sessions
engagement session
Family & Lifestyle
- Indoor studio session
- Additional hourly coverage
- Heirloom Albums
- Additional travel and locations
Investment starting at $600
add on options includes:
Capturing your family milestones with beautiful, timeless imagery is a must while growing your family. I always beam with joy when a a past client is in front of my camera again with their families. Sessions include one hour of coverage, and an online gallery of high quality digital images delivered in 2 weeks.
family & lifestyle
family & lifestyle sessions
Yes! I offer an engagement session in all my collections. I believe a very important part of our relationship in getting to know each other. The engagement session helps my couples get comfortable in front of my camera, get familiar with how I work, and have some fun!
You also have the option to choose a Bridal session if you would like instead.
Do you travel outside of the Austin area?
Do you offer Rehearsal Dinner coverage?
How many images can I expect?
Do you work with a second photographer?
Is an engagement session included?
Frequently Asked
I do offer a second photographer with certain collections. My second photographer assists with photographing the getting ready portion of the day, getting photos of your guests and family reuniting and mingling during your cocktail hour while I photograph your newlywed portraits, getting different and creative angles during your ceremony, and assisting me throughout the day.
You can expect more images in your gallery, and more variety of special moments captured.
Do you travel outside of the Austin area?
Do you offer Rehearsal Dinner coverage?
How many images can I expect?
Do you work with a second photographer?
Is an engagement session included?
Frequently Asked
I love delivering my couples images quickly and easily via an online gallery where they can view and download their images.
I carefully cull and edit every single image you see in your gallery. With my close attention to detail, I only make sure you get the best images from your day, that help tell the story of your wedding with a romantic and soft feel.
You can expect 80 images for an engagement session or family session, and anywhere between 500-1000 delivered images in your final wedding gallery.
Do you travel outside of the Austin area?
Do you offer Rehearsal Dinner coverage?
How many images can I expect?
Do you work with a second photographer?
Is an engagement session included?
Frequently Asked
One of the most magical moments of your wedding weekend is your rehearsal dinner or welcome dinner with your family and friends. Your college roommate toasting to the night, a special meal being served that replicates your first date together, a heartfelt thank you toast to all that has traveled and helped make your day special. These moments deserved to be documented and included in your wedding gallery.
One of my most popular collections include rehearsal or welcome dinner coverage.
You also have the option to add this coverage to another collection if you choose.
Do you travel outside of the Austin area?
Do you offer Rehearsal Dinner Coverage?
How many images can I expect?
Do you work with a second photographer?
Is an engagement session included?
Frequently Asked
My service area is throughout the Central Texas area. That includes Austin, Dripping Springs, Bastrop, Round Rock, Georgetown, and up through Belton and the Waco area.
If your event or portrait session is outside this region, get in touch with me, and I will happily go over my travel rates.
Do you travel outside of the Austin area?
Do you offer Rehearsal Dinner coverage?
How many images can I expect?
Do you work with a second photographer?
Is an engagement session included?
Frequently Asked
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