Bernadette and Leo Rainy Day wedding at Hacienda del Lago

Bernadette and Leo's wet windy wedding at Hacienda del Lago Not even a Tornado can slow down this family's celebration. a Beautiful example of plans changing and a couples will to make the very best of it. Who cares, when you married at the end!

Austin original, husband and wife wedding photography team based in Central Tx. We specialize in documentary style wedding photography for couples who seek a unique, colorful and timeless look for their wedding photos. With experience in Advertising and Editorial Photography and Design we bring a unique perspective to Wedding Photography, Bridal Photography, Engagement Photography, and Boudoir Photography as well as Custom Wedding Invitation Design. If you’re looking for the bold, fearless and the Best Wedding Photographer in Austin Tx, you found the right team! Available for destination wedding photography worldwide.

Joyce -N- Joshua / Hacienda del Lago Wedding Photography / Austin Wedding Photographer

From Joyce and Joshua:

From the moment we got engaged, there was one thing we were certain of: the wedding had to be simple and it had to be laid back, just like our style.  Yes, there were certain elements we had to have, but at the same time it would be completely representative of our unique, easy-going personalities.  We chose the stunning outdoor location at Hacienda Del Lago and secured Suellen at Everything's Possible to coordinate.  Over the next year, we decided on the essentials and selected Fresh Off The Truck food truck to cater, the super-excellent Mel from She-n-He Photography, JR Digital Video to record thoughtful video of the entire day and Marquee Linens to provide simple, yet elegant linens.  Eric from Penguin Entertainment kept the party going with his great music selections and ability to read the crowd.  

In the end, everything turned out better than we could have hoped for.  We're extremely happy we chose the vendors we did, because they were able to tailor everything to match our styles and made sure the day embodied us completely.  We couldn't have done it without them.  The only thing I would have done differently is I wouldn't have stressed over the decorations as much; because when the day was over, everyone was there to have a good time and not critique the decor.

Venue/Coordinator – Suellen - Everything's Possible (Hacienda del Lago) / Photographer – She-N-He Photography and Design  / Wedding Venue – Hacienda del Lago / Floral – Etsy - Maid of Honor! / Catering – Fresh off the Truck / Videographer – ReLife Films / DJ – Penguin Entertainment / Rentals – Marquee 

She-N-He Austin Wedding Photography and Design specializes in making your day…YOURS. We capture your wedding just the way you see it. We’re a husband and wife team with backgrounds in Graphic Design/Art Direction and Commercial/Editorial Photography respectively. We bring to you a unique perspective that is romantic, modern and timeless and 15 years experience shooting all over the world. Call us and tell us all about your big day. We’re listening. 512-351-9314. We also service San Antonio, Dallas, New York City, and any and all remote destination locations.

Cari -N- Mike / Hacienda del Lago / Austin Wedding Photographer

Cari -N- Mike

Lovely Purple Nuptials on a perfect day in April at the Hacienda del Lago.

Congratulations guys!

Location - Hacienda del Lago / Catering - Maudies / Flowers - WOW Factor Floral / Brides Cakes - Michelles Patisserie / Grooms Cake - Simon Lee / Mariachi Band - Los Toros / DJ - Texas Pro DJ / Rentals - Marquee Linens /

She-N-He Austin Wedding Photography and Design specializes in making your day…YOURS. We capture your wedding just the way you see it. We’re a husband and wife team with backgrounds in Graphic Design/Art Direction and Commercial/Editorial Photography respectively. We bring to you a unique perspective that is romantic, modern and timeless and 15 years experience shooting all over the world. Call us and tell us all about your big day. We’re listening. 512-351-9314. We also service San Antonio, Dallas, New York City, and any and all remote destination locations.

Cari -N- Mike / North Austin and 360 Bridge Engagement Session / Austin Engagement Photographer

Cari and Mike we're open to any ideas, but they really wanted to go to the 360 bridge too, cause they live near there. I chose this wonderful tunnel I have seen many times near my home in NE Austin. It's been a bit of a fantasy really, I have a fascination with Urban settings and this place fits me like a glove. I have a little notebook of ideas that I love to use when couples are open to trying something completely different. My favorite ;)

I have been to this tunnel a couple of times, I have shot B there so I know it has great light and depth.  We had a great time bringing it to life in these photographs, Cari and Mike are innovators. Cari in her screaming red sweater really brought something extra special to this grey urban set-up. Then we headed over to 360 bridge. I have seen it photographed many times of course, but I have never seen it in person - up close. As an artist and a photographer, I am supposed to see it differently, so we opted for a park bench under the bridge, it was so beautiful from that angle.  We also photographed on private property just to the west of 360: tall trees and no obstructions. It was a misty, cloudy morning and it was perfect.

Austin Engagement Session / tunnel in NE Austin - 360 Bridge

She-N-He Austin Wedding Photography and Design specializes in making your day…YOURS. We capture your wedding just the way you see it. We’re a husband and wife team with backgrounds in Graphic Design/Art Direction and Commercial/Editorial Photography respectively. We bring to you a unique perspective that is romantic, modern and timeless and 15 years experience shooting all over the world. Call us and tell us all about your big day. We’re listening. 512-351-9314. We also service San Antonio, Dallas, New York City, and any and all remote destination locations.

Wedding Magazine - Published - Austin Wedding Photographer

This was a shoot we put together at the end of last summer. We ran it on our blogs and then Style Me Pretty ran it. Then we got a call from a British Magazine called Weddings. And here is the resulting full page clip.

Photographer: She-n-He Photography and Design / Coordinator: Three Apples Events / Florals: Wow Factor Floral / Hair + Make-up: Keep Austin Gorgeous / Styling: Shannon Yarbrough / Catering: Austin Catering / Rentals: Premier Party Central / Petit Fours: Paige’s Bake House / Wedding Cake: Wicked Cakes / Venue: Hacienda del Lago / Groom’s outfit: Nordstrom / Bride’s outfits: Dresses by Linda Asaf,Blush Bridal, Bella Saison / Accessories: Tracy Tenpenny / Headpieces: Millistar, Blush

Group Shots - Austin Wedding Photographer

I think you'd be surprised if you knew how many people come to my office and tell me, "I don't want group shot. My mom wants group shots but, it's not important to me." For that reason I don't show them a lot, when I make a sample book I often leave them out because there are more desirable shots. When I was married I handed our photographer a list of a million shots and he had to gently inform me that there would not be enough time to accomplish all of that. While these are not necessarily the shots we hang on our walls, they are images we cherish just like the rest of our collection. My husbands grandmother is no longer with us, but she was in those group shots. My mom doesn't dance or do any socializing so the only shots of her from our wedding were in the group shots. I know they take some time to do, and it's always the most tedious part of your wedding, but you'll be happy you did. Because we don't post them and show them off that much I thought I would put together a blog post with group shots so you can see our approach to wedding group shots and see that these aren't your momma's group shots, they're all your own.

Thanks for looking.

'50's Palm Springs inspired wedding day shoot II - Austin Wedding Photographer

50's Palm Springs inspired weddings day shoot featured in Style Me Pretty

yellow, milk glass, vintage dress, lace, classic wedding.

I am madly in love with Hacienda del Lago, which you may already know I cannot stop singing their praises, the location is completely out of control. I shot a bridal portrait out there in September 2009 and feel in love with one particular image, the bride in her long flowey dress walking on the path toward the house at exactly the right time of light. It reminded me of Palm Springs circa 1960. So I started researching the era, decor, fashion, and style. I met with Margaret Bedikian of 3 Apples Events and we together poured over more images from the era, and with that, our concept and visuals really came together and started to take shape. We got together with Kari Shelton of Wow Factor Design Co., brilliant. Armed with our concept and colors Margaret found Wicked Cakes who made our awesome inspired cake and Paige's Bake House who made those completely adorable and  absolutely delicious Petit Fours. The models were a no brainer, a couple we worked with for their wedding in February, who have become a part of our family, Brandi and Lee Barnwell. None of this could be possible with out fantastic styling from Shannon Yarbrough without whom we would have no dresses (Linda Asaf, Blush Bridal, Bella Saison) headpieces and accessories (Tracy Tenpenny, Millistar) or men's where. Rentals from Premier Party Central who supplied us with all of the white for our backdrop. Austin Catering created those bite sized pieces of pure art on a plate and lastly Brizy Tait of Keep Austin Gorgeous knocked it off the charts with her beautiful hair and make-up.

'50's Palm Springs inspired wedding day shoot - Austin Wedding Photographer

50's Palm Springs inspired weddings day shoot featured in Style Me Pretty

yellow, milk glass, vintage dress, lace, classic wedding.

place cards - custom designed by He of She-N-He

I am madly in love with Hacienda del Lago, which you may already know I cannot stop singing their praises, the location is completely out of control. I shot a bridal portrait out there in September 2009 and feel in love with one particular image, the bride in her long flowey dress walking on the path toward the house at exactly the right time of light. It reminded me of Palm Springs circa 1960. So I started researching the era, decor, fashion, and style. I met with Margaret Bedikian of 3 Apples Events and we together poured over more images from the era, and with that, our concept and visuals really came together and started to take shape. We got together with Kari Shelton of Wow Factor Design Co., brilliant. Armed with our concept and colors Margaret found Wicked Cakes who made our awesome inspired cake and Paige's Bake House who made those completely adorable and  absolutely delicious Petit Fours. The models were a no brainer, a couple we worked with for their wedding in February, who have become a part of our family, Brandi and Lee Barnwell. None of this could be possible with out fantastic styling from Shannon Yarbrough without whom we would have no dresses (Linda Asaf, Blush Bridal, Bella Saison) headpieces and accessories (Tracy Tenpenny, Millistar) or men's where. Rentals from Premier Party Central who supplied us with all of the white for our backdrop. Austin Catering created those bite sized pieces of pure art on a plate and lastly Brizy Tait of Keep Austin Gorgeous knocked it off the charts with her beautiful hair and make-up.

She-N-He featured on Style Me Pretty - Austin Wedding Photographer

Last October I got to get a great group of talented and completely lovable vendors together, a few people I don't mind spending 5 am with. We collaborated seamlessly.

I am madly in love with Hacienda del Lago, which you may already know I cannot stop singing their praises, the location is completely out of control. I shot a bridal portrait out there in September 2009 and feel in love with one particular image, the bride in her long flowey dress walking on the path toward the house at exactly the right time of light. It reminded me of Palm Springs circa 1960. So I started researching the era, decor, fashion, and style. I met with Margaret Bedikian of 3 Apples Events and we together poured over more images from the era, and with that, our concept and visuals really came together and started to take shape. We got together with Kari Shelton of Wow Factor Design Co., brilliant. Armed with our concept and colors Margaret found Wicked Cakes who made our awesome inspired cake and Paige's Bake House who made those completely adorable and  absolutely delicious Petit Fours. The models were a no brainer, a couple we worked with for their wedding in February, who have become a part of our family, Brandi and Lee Barnwell. None of this could be possible with out fantastic styling from Shannon Yarbrough without whom we would have no dresses (Linda Asaf, Blush Bridal, Bella Saison) headpieces and accessories (Tracy Tenpenny, Millistar) or men's where. Rentals from Premier Party Central who supplied us with all of the white for our backdrop. Austin Catering created those bite sized pieces of pure art on a plate and lastly Brizy Tait of Keep Austin Gorgeous knocked it off the charts with her beautiful hair and make-up.

There are several more images from the collection we're planning to post in the next few days. In the mean time. Have a look at Style Me Pretty's post.

Fatiya -N- Chris - Austin Wedding Photographer

Fatiya and Chris Married!

Photography - She-N-He Photography and Design

Location - Hacienda del Lago

Duane -N- DeVere - Austin Wedding Photographer

Duane and DeVere had to get married in Washington DC because their marriage rights are not recognized in Texas, yet.

The pics are incredible!!! We are thrilled with them.

--DeVere Kutscher

Photography: She-N-He Photography and Design - Melanie Grizzel - 512.351.9314 - she@she-n-he.com

Ceremony and Reception: Hacienda del Lago – Suellen Jordan – 512.496.0099 – info@laketravisevents.com

Coordinator: Three Apples Events – Margaret Bedikian – 713.504.6358 – margaret@threeapplesevents.com

Caterer: Pink Avocado – Brenton Schumacher – 512.739.3399 – info@pinkavocadocatering.com

Music: Full Circle Media – Kevin Smith – 512.762.6742 – kgsmith@mac.com

Florist: Transplants – Antonio Bond – 512.619.7531 – antoniobond2@yahoo.com

Shuttles: Transportation Consultants – Bill Talley – 512-930-4835 – bill@transconsultants.com

Rentals: Marquee Rentals – Ann Evans – 512-491-7368 – ann@marqueerents.com

Best of 2010 - Austin Wedding Photographer

It amazes me every year that passes, quicker and quicker now.

Then I get to take a look back and see where we have been... and where we are going.

This year we got to work on a few editorial projects, namely People Magazine for a story about a young father who almost lost his son forever, and the New York Times for a story about a man who reenlisted in the Navy after the military's "Don't Ask Don't Tell" policy was over turned. The world is changing and I am excited that I get to capture those moments.

We also got to work with Door Number 3 on a campaign for Highland Lakes, travel and tourism. Three grueling hot days in August is like summer camp for creatives. Way too much fun! They call this a job!?

This year we also had the privilege of photographing many wonderful couples on their most special day. For that we were both humbled and honored. Thank you.

As an artist it is difficult to turn a critical eye on yourself. I poured through images from the entire year to try to find just the right images for this post and I realized at the last minute that the key should be, which images speak to me. These images may not be the best representation of what She-N-He is capable of or even known for, but they happen to be my personal favorites from this year. I hope you like them. For giggles, let me know which you like the most. Leave a comment with your favs.

Aileen and Jeremy -- Star Hill Ranch

Bek and Donnie -- Kindred Oaks

Fatiya and Chris -- Hacienda del Lago

Brandi and Lee -- Barr Mansion

Bek and Donnie -- Kindred Oaks

Meagan's Bridal -- Hacienda del Lago

Brandi and Lee -- Barr Mansion

Brenna and Kyle -- Bella Note

Bek and Donnie -- Kindred Oaks

Juanita and John -- The Terrace Club

Carly's Bridal -- Laguna Gloria

Bek and Donnie -- Kindred Oaks

Christy and Kai -- Chapel Dulcinea

Carly and Chad -- Mandola Estates Winery

Maegan and Daniel -- Kindred Oaks

Juanita and John -- The Terrace Club

Katie and Ben -- St. Ignatius Church

Katrina and Andrew --The Gardens of Cranesbury View

Lauren and Caleb -- Katy, Tx

Kelly and Eric -- The Inn at Pearl Street

Linsey and Marcos -- Reunion Ranch

Samantha and Scott -- Brenham, Tx

Michelle and Bert -- Katy, Tx

Sara and Dylan -- Mercury Hall

Duane and DeVere - Hacienda del Lago

Sam and Hanh -- Casa Blanca

Ruhi and Chandler -- Mercury Hall

Sara and Dylan -- Mercury Hall

Tricia and Jonathan -- Mansion at Judges Hill

Duane and DeVere - Hacienda del Lago

Sam and Hanh -- Casa Blanca

Sara and Dylan -- Mercury Hall

Tricia and Jonathan -- Mansion at Judges Hill

We also photographed a host of families and beautiful children this year, here are a few of our favorites.

Lastly, we had the unique opportunity to work with students in their senior year of high school. They're straddling the edge of adolescence and  we're there to witness those last few steps, it doesn't get any better than this.

Here are a few of my personal favorites from these 2011 freshmen.

Thank you so much for all of your support. I look forward to that special time in your life when you need us!

Choose your favorites. I'd love to hear what you think!

---mel

Open House Hacienda del Lago 9-19-10 - Austin Wedding Photographer

5-17-10 Maegan + Daniel Married!

I met Maegan for the first time during a bridal expo 2009, and then we chatted by phone several times and at great length. I get her and know what she likes, I know Daniel is scared of the camera. Maybe not scared, just doesn't care much for it. Maegan LOVES the camera. Our first assignment together was her bridal session. Her dress is a classic piece, with a clean vintage feel, absolutely stunning. She was looking for a Film Noir, movie classic look. We put together a style sheet and shot it at Hacienda del Lago. click < here>to view it.

After those portraits, I could hardly wait to photograph Maegan and Daniel's Big Day. Their wedding was beautiful. The sunset at, Kindred Oaks in Georgetown, was perfect that day. Her colors in various shades of purple were spot on (and trendy.) Good eye. Plus the flowers fromZuzu's Petals were a perfect compliment to their wedding with their happy spring time gerbera daisies. It was a pleasure to work with them, their friends and beautiful family.

Thank you for letting us be a part of your day.

Congratulations!

As always you can view more images on facebook.

In other news... We completely updated every single picture in our favorite section on our website.

Please have a look! www.she-n-he.com 

We are going to be making an appearance @ the Weddings Unveiled show this weekend.

Sunday May 16th, 2010 3:00-5:00

@ McMurtrie Farms

800 Ramble Creek Drive

Pflugerville, Tx 78660

We hope to see you there!

take good care.

---mel

She-N-He

Austin Wedding Photography and Design

4.26.10 Maegan's Bridal session

We shot Maegan's Bridal quite a long while ago and I was in love with the results since them.

She was looking for something a little film noir. So we did a lot of research to find the right imagery to make it come across well. Here was out idea board. I think our results were outstanding, and man does she wear that dress? What a beauty!

Their wedding was this weekend and as always we are a couple of weddings away still so we'll have something to post soon.

So in the mean time, a little to whet your whistle.

plus a note about our location!! This is Hacienda del Lago.  Just look at this place?! The place is amazing and picturesque but they also have the greatest staff I've had the pleasure of working with. For this particular shoot we were running later than we planned,  trying to get all of these awesome shots in and Tom the owner handed us a key and let us stay as long as we needed. You see?! the best staff in 4 counties. I'm a big fan. Thank you guys.

As always you can see more on facebook. 

Thanks for looking.

---mel

She-N-He

Austin Wedding Photography and Design

Nancy + John Married

This is the first couple I have had the pleasure to walk through all of the steps with them. If you've been stalking you know their whole story as I have been posting bits and pieces as I go about who they are and why I just LOVE these guys. I'm glad to finally share the conclusions ot their wedding experience. The wedding was held at Hacienda del Lago click < here>. But the way I LOVE Hacienda the partners who own and mange the place are the most accommodating folks I have ever met they are not only willing but eager to help and make things great every step of the way. Seriously one of the owners actually shielded me from the rain for a quick spat during the ceremony. I love these guys and the place is gorgeous, a real stunner. You'll be seeing alot of my work spotlighting this place in the coming months, if you haven't seen it go. You won't be sorry.

Anyway back to Nancy and John, what a raucous party. Complete with a complete Michael Jackson impersonation and lip-syncing, Awesome!! Nancy was the most mellow bride I have ever had the pleasure of working with, it's raining and 4 people are making plans foe the event and Nancy, cool as a cucumber, appeared to be ignoring the hub-bub. She just sat contented having her make-up applied by Kelly Kitchen from Defining Styles click < here>. A teensy bit wet but gorgeous affair. I congratulate you guys and wish you a wonderful life together.

As always you can see more images on facebook click < here>.

Thanks for looking.

---mel

She-N-He 

Austin Wedding Photography and Design

 

10-3-09 Nancy's Bridal

Nancy's mom is suffering from cancer and we wanted to make sure that we got many, many pictures of her at the wedding but in her advanced stage she gets very tired now and we were concerned that she might not be up for it on Nancy's wedding day, today.

Nancy opted to include her mom in her bridal session and here are the images from Hacienda del Lago,  in Asutin, Tx.

 Guess what!! the Polka Dot Bride also picked up this story and ran it on her blog. If ou haven't seen it alreayd you must, must must see it. It's an important tool in any wedding planning arsenal.

click < here>

As always you can find more images on facebook.

to become our fan on facebook click < here> 

Thanks,

We'll see you soon.

---mel

She-N-He

Austin Wedding Photography and Design