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Capturing the Radiance: High School Senior Portraits

May 30, 2023

High school senior portraits are a cherished tradition, capturing the essence and accomplishments of a young person on the brink of adulthood. As a photographer, one of the most powerful techniques you can employ to elevate these images is off-camera flash. By skillfully utilizing this lighting technique, you can create striking, dynamic, and professional-looking portraits that will leave a lasting impression. Mastering the art of photographing high school seniors using off-camera flash can ...

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Yorktown Texas Wedding Gruenau

Oct 10, 2021

Elyss and Robert got married at the beautiful Holy Cross Catholic Church in Yorktown, Texas and the reception followed at the historic Gruenau Hall.This beautiful Catholic church made for the most beautiful images and provided the perfect setting for the gorgeous wedding and say' "I Do!" with its unique architecture. Elyss's rocked her magnificent wedding gown by Jade and Madalynn Bridal Boutique, and her floral arrangements and bouquet by Kurt and Company Event Design added that perfect ...

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How I Shot it with MagMod - Featuring Kevin and Patty Shoemake

Sep 14, 2021

Our work also has been heavily recognized by MagMod being featured as one of their top 9 photographers and appearing on "How I Shot It" hosted by Trevor Dayley in April of 2021. W love shooting Seniors!  

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Spring Creek Event Center Wedding

Jul 27, 2021

As wedding photographers based in Victoria, Texas, we have been in the wedding business since 2004. We have seen more beautiful wedding venues than we can count! However, a few favorites stand out for their excellence when Jordan and Tyler booked us to shoot their wedding at Spring Creek Place Event Center, one of our favorite locations and a genuinely excellent choice among wedding venues. This venue offers an abundance of gorgeous backgrounds, water fountains, and a beautiful covered outdoor ...

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Texas A&M University Kyle Field Engagement Shoot

Feb 15, 2021

We shot Kelsea and Colton's image on Kyle Field as part of their engagement shoot on 12/7/17 at 1:13 PM. Sun was directly overhead and beaming down hardcore. I did not know how to fix many of the image problems at the time, so I re-edited the shot recently and wanted to share that experience with you. Here is a before and after known as BTS. You'll see I removed the heavy shadow on the field and replaced the sky. If you've ever noticed, I'm immediately drawn to symmetry, so of course, the shot ...

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Just a little update from your local shutterbugs!

Jan 27, 2021

So we've had a couple of rough months. We've had cancellations, postponements, surgery, etc. I'm sure many of you are facing similar setbacks, layoffs, families moving in with one another, or just depression from all of this stay at home don't socialize COVID crap. Hopefully, the worst is behind us as they appear to have learned how to treat this crazy virus better.We have been shooting weddings, booking more and more maternity sessions (covid boredom), lol. Things seem to be picking up with ...

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Shiner Texas Wedding

Jan 27, 2021

We shot this beautiful wedding in Shiner, Texas. This is a prime example of what Texas is all about good-hearted people. One thing you can count on when you have a small southern wedding, even with a pandemic, people come out to celebrate local weddings. Fantastic family and friends surrounded Riley and Trent at the reception for the traditional grand march played by Nathan Colt Young Band. Here are a few memories we captured of their big day.  Dress: The Bridal ...

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Bay Flats Lodge Headshots

Sep 02, 2020

We recently had the privilege of shooting professional headshots for the premier lodge on the Texas Coast located in Seadrift, Texas. They offer premier bay fishing, coastal duck hunting, world-class fly fishing, legendary lodging, and table dining. We wanted to provide them with a professional outdoor headshot that high lighted natural light, with a touch of off-camera flash, creating a beautiful headshot.  Patty and I drove down to the lodge a couple of weeks before the photoshoot. ...

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Hill Country Bride!

Aug 23, 2020

We've been waiting to share these beautiful bridals since May. Hannah and Tress's original wedding date was May 2nd. But due to COVID, they had to move their date. This sweet couple was finally able to tie the knot yesterday. Their wedding venue was at Geronimo Oaks in Seguin, TX. This is also the location Hannah chose to shoot her bridals. As a photographer, this location offered so many beautiful backdrops. So here we are three months later, and we finally get to share these beautiful ...

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Studio Photography

Aug 07, 2020

One of our past brides needed some full-body shots. It was fun doing some studio photography for a change. Good lighting is vital when shooting these types of images. Kristina looks amazing and rocked this session.  

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