What can I say about this to that you can see when you meet them. They are to two happiest couples you will meet. Fun, loving, & “childish” but only in the sense that we are both still kids at heart. Katlen has been planning this for over a year. Their love story started back in high school they were just friends and became best friends as the years when on through High School. “It wasn’t until our freshmen year of college that we started liking each other.” Katelyn. Who would've known that when that 1st date at The Oasis in on traves lake in TX. Would be the last 1st date.
How you got engaged? “He proposed in Rhode Island the weekend of his graduation from Officer Candidate School. We went to a pre-graduation dinner. He and his parents were both acting super weird, so I knew something was up, but I wasn’t quite sure yet. We rushed out of his dinner as the sun was setting. We drove past the hotel we were staying at and I really knew something was going on. His dad took us to this beautiful spot that overlooked the water and then I saw my parents standing under a gazebo. Daniel began saying how every day before “chow” he would look out to this spot, and this is where he pictured asking me to spend the rest of our lives together. The rest was history from there :)” - Katelyn.
The Bride & Groom: Daniel graduated from Texas A&M University with a Petroleum Engineering degree and is now currently serving in the United States Navy. Katelyn just graduated with her Masters in Accountancy and is studying for the CPA exams. She has passed three and will take the other after the wedding.
Wedding day: Daniel Ochsner and Katelyn Nyland pick a beautiful garden wedding location at the Hummingbird House in Austin TX 5 1/2 lush tropical acres with magnificent landscape lighting. There colors Buch, White, pink, roses gold, and Navy. All the flowers were done by Zuzu’s Petals Katelyn choose white stock flowers, "quicksand" roses, white veronica, "patience" garden roses, white dahlias, "strawberry milkshake" lisianthus, and white ranunculus in her bouquet.
Katelyn decided to do a first look with her dad at the last minute and is we heartfelt.
There out the day of the wedding, the song “I am 16 going on 17” from the sound of music kept doing through my head. Maybe it was because of the jasmine covered gazebo or that he was in dress whites. Or that they have been friends when they were 16 & 17 but either way it was a magical time. At the end of the night, they existed with sparklers and go into a TX big limo.
Strawberry cake Pennington’s Cakes
Doughnut wall Round rock doughnuts World Famous Glazed or Chocolate Covered Round Rock Donut
Food: Maudie’s Tex-Mex : Appetizers: Chips & CHILE CON QUESO savory blend of cheese and chile Dinner: FAJITAS chicken & beef, Grilled With Onions, Tomatoes, Serrano Peppers, Yellow & Green Bell Peppers Served With Rice And Beans, Guacamole, Cheese, Sour Cream, And Pico De Gallo
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It's always fun to take your guests on a journey and have some sweet treats available for them. Some things to think about what was the first sweet treat you had together? Ice cream, donuts, or peach cobbler, etc.
Scouring the internet trying to find unique different things to have on your dessert table at your wedding. Some things to take into consideration when picking different desserts are what time of year are you getting married? If you're getting married at the beginning of December, ice cream may not go over as well as it does in a June wedding. Also, it's a good idea to think about different flavors you can incorporate for the different seasons. By talking to a baker or a patisserie chef they can guide you in some delicious treats, not only beautiful they are unique and different.
Doing something fun and different like this, you can have an assorted dessert on display!
- Florentine cookie - ClassicTuscan cookies. They're nutty, lacy and crisp, as well as deceptively simple to make. Drizzling them with chocolate turns them into the perfect wedding indulgence
- Macaroons / Macaroons coconut
- Petit Fours - finger cakes or also known as tea cakes
- Gourmet Doughnuts (glazed, chocolate, sprinkles, cake donuts, bear claws)
- Cupcakes or Cake Pops
- Cotton Candy
- Mini Pies - (Key Lime, Barry, pumpkin, pecan, apple)
- Mini Cobbler - (peach, Barry, apple)
- Milk and Cookies - (chocolate chip, snickerdoodle, chocolate chocolate, chocolate macadamia nut, peanut butter)
- S’mores - put together some more kit bags, or individually done s'mores with gourmet marshmallows pre-toasted to perfection
- Croissant - (plain, chocolate, blueberry, almond)
- Madeleines - (vanilla, orange, lemon, lavender)
- Danishes - (Cheese, Cherry and Cream, Blueberries ‘n’ Cream Danish Braid, Cranberry-Orange Danish Braid, Berry Danish, Raspberry-Cream Cheese Danish, Cinnamon Roll, Nut Danish Pastries)
- Mini Belgian Waffle
- Éclairs
- Cannoli
- Tarts
- Cream puffs “Profiteroles”
- Meringue
- Tiramisu
- Gourmet-Flavored Marshmallows
- Chocolate mousse
- Crème brûlée
- Crepe Cake
- Cheesecake bites
- Ice Cream / Gelato
OK! I know there's a lot to choose from. Going through many wedding blogs, scouring recipes and bakers blogs. One thing that is always interesting is, when researching stuff on the Internet is the possibilities are endless. I hope this gives you some ideas to talk over with your coordinator or Baker. Any sweet treats you decide to have at your wedding will be perfect for you and your personal style.
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Creating a backup strategy is that it can seem so complex and convoluted it’s difficult to even know where to begin. From clouds to closets to safe deposit boxes, the world of data backup has so many options it’s enough to make your head spin.
Here is our backup strategy we use to keep our photography safe!
- Have three copies of your data.
- Keep them in two separate places. Hard drive (USB) & Online cloud
- At least one must be offsite.
After your gallery expires on our website. We put into deep storage for 5 years and don't touch them.
you paid good many for the photos and you don't what the loss the USB
DO NOT!! ... DO NOT BACK UP YOU PHOTO TO FACEBOOK!! I say this because Facebook can cancel or black you from your page without telling you. Also; sometimes "friend's" can be mean and report you images and Facebook will remove them.
- Finding a Photographer
- Location
- Clothing
- Grooming: Hair, makeup, Nails
- Preparing your fiancé
Your engaged and super happy and it is that time to get some photos done. But where do you start?
1.Finding a Photographer
1.1. Look for a photographer that you like their style of images.
Things to look for
1.2. Posing style - do you like more free movement or do want help getting in the poses
1.3. Editing - Do you like how the images are edited “HD” look, “dark and moody” or “bright and airy” let them know with one you like for there portly so that can make notes to do that edit still to for photos. It is important because some of the edits still need to be photography defiant then others.
1.4. Ask what are some option to display the images. If you can pick just one, may want to ask about what kind of album options are available.
2. Location!
2.1. Have some ideas of where you would like to have your photo done at
2.2. Would you like water in the image, Buildings / Urban landscape, open field, Arizona Red Rocks or Organ beaches?
2.3. Do you have family land you would do the session or are you about to use the wedding venue?
3. What to wear what to were?
3.1. Depending on the location and feel of the session, you what to have its feet with them. If you are having an urban skyline at sunset you may want to have a cocktail dress or is the stay is funky you can go for a hipster vide. Like flow ball bottom slacks and blouse and he can wear a dress shirt rolled up slides and, vast and sad shoes.
3.2. Coordinate colors : (look aired your house and see what color you have the most of that maybe your favorite color. Ware the colors that will be in the wedding.
3.3. Coordinate with the location: If you are doing on a sailboat in San Diego you why want to ware locale them outfits. A flower dress wild look great for their do to the wind on the passive Pacific Ocean.
Look at our Board for Ides
Woman’s: Lulus Clothing
Men's: Amazon
4. Makeup and Grooming:
4.1. Most brides do a trial run on the wedding day makeup or their engagement shoot. If you don't were done ware make often it is not a bad idea to go to L`ancome makeup counter to get a natural look done. Foundation, mascara, blush, and nude lips and make a Big difference in a small way. Grooming, most barber nowadays, offer brad grooming, trim and shaves. There is not quite like have a pro work on your man's beard or shave.
4.2. Nails: engagement session with be doing some images you both of your hands to show off the RING! It is a good idea to get a basic manicure done for both you and him. Some men think that they are going to get pink polish on the hand, but that not the truth. Let your man know that is they are going to do is even out their nails and clean up the hand nails and cuticles and fiche with a matte lacquer “polishes”.
4.3.Hair: Textured hair spray and a curling iron can go along what when it comes you have your hair done. Do your own hair as if you were doing out on a romantic date with him. The chance is you will be going out to dinner after the session... Besides why wouldn’t he, with you look ing like that all dressed up.
5. Preparing your fiancé: before you session with we ask our clients to look over the engagement portfolio and look at the poses, will be asking you to do some of the same poses and will be saying things like “look loving into each other eyes till your eyes cross” “pick her up in your arms” “whisper something in her era” (think about what that word is every time he or you say, and it makes you giggle.)
We hope this hopes you in your adventure engagement session. Let us know if you would like to book a session with us, and we can get started on the design you session the feet your style.
Let get started Book your session today!
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We are so excited to offer our fall mini sessions this year and we can't wait to work with you and your family!
Here’s a few preparation tips for a beautiful and fun mini session : )
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Plan in advance to try on your outfits, make sure they fit the session https://www.pinterest.com/brubakerphoto1/fall-outfits/
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Of course, this is completely up to you! Though if you are looking for some suggestions we do suggest to stay away from very loud, busy patterns, as well as too many competing colors
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Choose coordinating colors but not “matchy, matchy,” otherwise over matching can look like one very busy pattern in the picture. Try neutral colors with soft, flowing fabrics….
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FALL COLORS creams, very soft pastels, oatmeals, light browns, tans, grays, and slate blues are always easy to style
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Bring water or juice boxes. Never fails, children turn into camels I need excessive amounts of water or juice for some reason. when it’s time to do photos.
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A small bag for loose items while you're being photographed. (i.e., phone, keys, wallet)
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If you'd like to get some fun shots sitting or lying down then bring along a blanket that won't clash with your outfits
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Bring wipes to clean faces! (And do a last minute check of faces) The camera catches every detail on close ups
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Use the bathroom before getting to session location. Before heading out of your house double check to make sure there is somewhere to use the bathroom right before the location. We try to do our best to pick locations that have bathrooms that are easy accessible. But little ones are sometimes unpredictable and win they need to use it.
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If children are included in your session make sure they are well rested the night before or a good nap if your session is later in the day.
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Make sure they have been fed at least an hour before the session, so they are not hungry and grouchy (This also applies to hubby!)
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Let everyone know there is a photo shoot with a few days notice so it is not a surprise. One great way to get them excited about the session is to practice some poses together.
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Most importantly: be happy and excited! This day is about you and your family. Don’t stress, relax and have a little fun! Some goofiness and giggling can make for a great image. Children (and hubby) can sense stress and anxiety, so if you're relaxed it will be much easier for them to enjoy the day.
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Saying this twice, because it’s important ... Don't surprise dad/ hubby with this idea at the last minute!
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We definitely know many of the men out there aren't quite as thrilled about a photography session as the women are. However, we have found in our experience that it is much better to let him know why you want to do this shoot, and how much it means to you, instead of just trying to drag him along ;)
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Holiday Cards!
The collection you will purchase comes with the option to add printed holiday cards. An order of any size features a free, professional holiday card design that features your images. We have multiple designs for you to choose from!
Once your order is placed we will design, print, and ship your cards right to your door. Many of our clients find these cards as a "must have" convenience in this stressful time of the year.
We are looking forward to working with you!
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1. What is your favorite and least favorite thing about living in AZ?
Kristi and Joel are a very sweet loving couple. During our meeting, I asked them where was there the first date. The first date was at the local Starbucks. “He had me at LATTE!” said Kristi. Both Kristi and Joel work at the police department. Kristi is a dispatcher and Joel is an officer. Who would’ve known that the love your life was at work? You may have talked to him every single day and did not know it. Even though they work in the same place they don’t get to see each because she is in the office helping others and directing law-enforcement to go help those in need.
Wedding Day: When I arrived at the venue it was absolutely breathtaking.
Kristi filled the reception hall with pink, rose gold, and Ruby colors and sparkly twinkly things anywhere they would fit. SPARKLE, Sparkle, sparkle! Joel and Kristi’s dog Ruby could not make it to the wedding. So every tabletop had an adorable picture of their pug Ruby. In all of her outfits. I got the pleasure of meeting the Ruby of the hour at the engagement session we did in June. Such a sweety.
Kristi was getting ready in the Corpus Christi suite her and her bridesmaids fill the room with laughter. Before we walked out the door Kristi had to put on some perfume. “I need to be Viva La JUICY!” Kristi said. As a plume of perfume covered her. Giggles….
One of the highlights of the reception was the Starbucks and donut bar. They had them custom-made that morning so they smelled amazing with the coffee. Until I left that evening, I don’t think anyone ate the tie-dyed doughnut because it was the prettiest doughnut. Every time I see this photo of donuts I get very hungry. Mmm…. I’ve never seen such beautiful donuts in my life.
While everyone was eating dinner and watching the sunset Kristi and Joel were able to sneak away and have a moment and watch the sunset…. “Love you a Latte!” wipers felled the air.
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New Year’s Eve wedding are always fun and the party goes on all night long.
There’s something about New Year’s eve night that is magical in its own way. But when you are also celebrating someone’s wedding it becomes more than just counting down till midnight. About celebrating a new life together and it feels like the party never ends. The celebration goes on the cheers and good wishes fill the air and not only for the bride and groom for everybody happiness, love, it doesn’t feel like goodbye it feels more of a hello.
As we celebrated the new year and welcoming Stacy and Justin to a new beginning and 2018 snow fell from the sky as if they were being blessed. Not everyone gets to have a snow exit. The magical moments just kept happening for these two.
Behind the Scenes
I Arrived in Austin a day early and I was hoping for good weather for the wedding day. As wedding day approached I was happy it wasn’t going to rain but there was a high possibility that it would snow. The day prior to the wedding it was overcast all day and 38° was the high. Wedding day that I was 35° with Wind gust making it feel like it was 30°. Still very overcast. So Plan B sprung into action. Trying to get as many outdoor location shots as possible. We had to move inside. The coordinators at Memory Lane did a beautiful job setting up the ceremony site. Adding twinkly lights to the inside of the venue and having drapery fabrics. That would’ve been at the arbor outside. The aisle was covered with white rose petals and candles. Setting the scene for a very romantic ceremony. All the table toppers were New Year’s eve themed with clock set for midnight. The room sparkled with silver and accents of plum purple.
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BLUSH GOLD ROMANTIC WEDDING
Venue: The Addison Grove
Caterer: Slab BBQ & Beer LLC.
Cake: Central Market Westgate Bakery
Flowers: HEB
Wedding Dress: Alexia Gavela Bridal
Coordinator: Love gush events
Hair: Special Day Beauty
Makeup: Molle Makeup
Rentals: Whim Hospitality & Bee Lavish Rentals
Photography by Brubaker Portraits
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BIG Texas Sunflower and Blue Wedding.
Being on the cover has been a long time goal of mine ever since I started Photography. Even though I've been published in multiple magazines, there's no feeling like getting the phone call saying that one of your photos was selected to go on the cover. Eeeek! Excitement, heart racing, tears. The first two people I called when I found out were my grandmother, who introduced me to the world of for photography, and my mom, who has always been supportive no matter what emotional state I was in, and who always pinned all of my art to the refrigerator. Mom is going to need some strong magnets to put the magazine on the refrigerator!
Every time I send my work to others for magazine content I hold my breath when I get a copy in the mail wondering what photos were selected, and where they lie within the magazine. Did they pick my top favorites? The tension of waiting can sometimes be unbearable! Yet I find myself are resubmitting every time.
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Engagement Portraits Session Image at Your Wedding!
Your Happily Ever After Has Begun
Congratulations on planning your future together! Your wedding day will be full of perfect
moments and a thousand memorable details. Don’t leave those memories behind; start
a beautiful collection of custom art that tells your story and lasts a lifetime. Show your
unique personality as a couple and surround yourselves with memories of your special day.
11x14 wall portrait at gift table
A Family Heirloom That Starts With You
Your wedding album tells your unique love story in the most beautiful way possible. Savor every
emotion, from the groom’s first glimpse of the bride to the moment you say your I do’s. Capture
each stunning detail of the day in an elegant and timeless album. You’ll always treasure this
collection of memories, sharing the story with loved ones for years to come. With each turn
of the page, you get to experience the sweetest moments all over again, anytime you want.
Premium Album - Engagement 10x8
Tell Your Love Story
Capture a series of perfect moments in a way that’s absolutely stunning. Your
wedding album weaves together your love story through rich imagery and emotion.
Lay-flay Image book
Premium Album - Engagement 8x10 long
To Have and to Hold
Thousands of memories from one significant moment in time. Every nuance of
your wedding day, in your hands and with you forever. You really can have it all.
Premium Album - Wedding 5x7Long
Premium Album - Wedding 12x12 & 6x6
Premium Album - Wedding 8x8
Embrace The Bliss
Picture your ideal moments at home together as a married couple. Fill your living space to your
heart’s desire with expressions of your favorite moments. Displays of your love greet you each
day and welcome you home. Surround yourselves with what makes you happy, from wall
collages and stunning statement pieces to the nooks, shelves, and perfect little details. Embrace
the true beauty of wedded bliss in your own unique style. It’s your happily ever after, after all.
NEW! Metal Wall portrait 20x30
Your First Family Photos
Your engagement session is your chance to show the world who you are
as a couple. Beautiful custom art infuses style into your living space.
Wall portraits Engagement 16x20 & 20x40
New Wooden Wall Portrait 20x24
The Beauty of Adaptability
Experience your favorite moments every day, in a big way! A collage is so versatile; it shows
the big picture, bringing your story to life. You can rearrange over time as your story unfolds.
Engagement Wall colltion
Memories to Warm Your Hearts
From statement pieces to the little accents, memories of the day you say ‘I do’ fill your
home with love. Complement your living style with little moments from that day.
Framed Prints 5x5, 5x7w/mat, 8x10 white frame
Matted prints
Matted Print with Box 5x7
Love is in the Details
Fill your workspace or creative place with love and inspiration. Add fun reminders
of your newlywed status to the little details of your day-to-day work and play.
All The Essentials, All About You
Save the date announcements are a must! There’s no better way to spread the word
of your upcoming wedding date than with custom cards featuring your engagement
images, tailored specifically to your style. After the wedding, show your guests
gratitude with perfectly customized thank you cards. Send friends and family your first
holiday cards as a married couple, all wrapped up with stylish envelopes and labels.
Style That Says It All
Sparkle with foil, stand out with a unique shape. Show the world who you are with
cards that perfectly complement your images and reflect your style as a couple.
Let The Celebration Begin!
Engagement images bring expressions of your unique personalities into
your wedding decor, making unforgettable moments for your guests. Display
these images tabletop or mixed in with centerpieces. After the big day, they
make themselves perfectly at home with you in your new life together.
A customized wall piece for guests to sign keep their special messages in your
hearts forever. The ultimate wedding keepsake? A sign-in book of your engagement
images for your guests to admire while they declare their best wishes for you.
All the Little Details, One Big Day
Everything about this day is for you. Let your surroundings reflect
that, creating memorable experiences for your guests. Take in each
perfect moment with one another, surrounded by those you love.
Add images all over you recapion with matted 5x5 images
Gifts They’ll Cherish
Your wedding day has special meaning to your loved ones too.
Thank them for everything they’ve done with personalized photo
products that last a lifetime and remind them of your wedding day.
Picture Perfect Moments Last Forever
Start your new life together surrounded by those defining moments that take
your breath away. Your perfect photo memories, preserved in exceptional quality,
offer a lifetime of happiness and joy. Don’t let your best moments get left on a
drive or in a drawer; enjoy them immediately and experience them every day.
Investing in your own custom art is a decision you’ll always be grateful you made.
Engagement Wall Collection 2
Contact us for a price list and book your session
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Come and be merry at Chateau on the Creek Dec. 14th at 5:30pm-7pm
We will be having day of special you will not want to miss!
WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US Chateau on the Creek a romantic wedding venue, is nestled in the seclusion of seven picturesque acres in historic Round Rock. Enter into the tranquility that only the Texas hill country can provide. Begin your life together with your ceremony in the gazebo under the canopy of century old oaks. Then you and your guests will stroll on the lawn in the serene ambiance created by bordering creeks as you celebrate this time with those who are special to you.
Vendor that will be there: Open house
Photography: Brubaker Portraits (open house specials)
Cake: Custom Wedding Cakes by Kathy Hunt
Flowers: Fancy Florals
DJ and More!
RSVP in the ADD Comments or Call
Location: Chateau on the Creek, Round Rock, Texas
2601 Sam Bass Rd, Round Rock, Texas 78681
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Will fall has arrived! The perfect time to get engagement session with the colorful leaves.
Weekdays:
Thursday Dec 15 at 4-5 pm
Friday Dec 16 at 4-5 pm
Weekends:
Sunday Dec 17 at 8 am, 9 pm, 10am or 3pm, 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm
Saturday Dec 18 at 8 am-9 pm, 10am or 3pm, 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm
Contact us to book your engagement session
Call 512-593-1288 or by email: [email protected]
Holiday Gift List
Surprise loved ones near and far with happy moments and lasting memories.
Custom gifts starring your smiling faces will warm their hearts for years to come.
Ornaments
A classic holiday gift. Metal ornaments are lightweight, double-sided, and finished with a red
satin ribbon. Mini frame ornaments show your photo in the center and are finished with a natural
twine hanger. Ornaments are a wonderful way to commemorate special events from the year.
Mini Books
These miniature books unfold accordion-style to feature images on the front and back. They’re
small enough to take on-the-go in a purse or pocket. The covers are magnetic, so they can also
be displayed on the fridge. They’re a fun mini gift for everyone - the perfect stocking-stuffer!
Framed Photo Print
The perfect holiday gift go-to! A small frame with an easel back looks great on
display anywhere, and will never go out of style. Everyone enjoys receiving a framed
print featuring people they love. It’s a personal gift that will always be cherished.
Modern Metal
A small metal print with an easel back makes a fun display for any shelf, tabletop or
desktop. Metal prints are lightweight and slim, a modern alternative to a framed photo
print. They beautifully feature images that are bright, colorful, dramatic, and fun.
Wood Keepsake Box
Each box has its own natural wood grain pattern. Your favorite image is featured on the
lid, with optional engraving on the reverse side. Slide the lid off to reveal photos inside the
box. A truly one-of-a-kind gift for your loved ones to store their most precious keepsakes.
Multi-Image Frame
A finished product ready to hang on the wall. Display more images in one frame with a
multi-opening mat. You can feature family members individually or tell a story through
a series of images. It’s the grand prize of gifts for parents, in-laws, and grandparents!
24x36 does not seem so big, it look to be just right!
Most Popular Picture Sizes:
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Open House at Carriage Hills Ranch
Sunday, July 17, 2016 from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
125 Moore Lane Blanco, Texas 78606
Carriage Hills Ranch- Where Hill Country weddings are our passion. Nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Blanco Texas is ideal for serene travels to and from the Austin, San Antonio, Fredericksburg and San Marcos area. We offer an unforgettable setting with picturesque views of all the beauty that Central Texas has to offer.
Come enjoy Carriage Hills Ranch beautiful wedding venue that features 10 acres of outdoor and indoor space, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Also, meet the fabulous vendors who will be participating in our event. We are so excited to have these wonderful professionals at this Open House. All you need for planning your special day will be under one roof, at our venue!
Vanders:
Brubaker Portraits | K&D Carriages | Lovin’ Sugar Cakes | Perfect Events Texas | Kristen Joy Photography
FG Filmhouse | Gilded Petals and A Gilded Affair | Creekside Cookers BBQ Catering | Wedding and Event Warriors
Best Western Plus Blanco Luxury Inn & Suites | Carta Travel Connection | Buggy Barn Museum | Heavenly Gourmet Events by Jackie | Trenda Joy with GGC Productions | Whim Event Rentals | Gypsy Girls Hair Studio
R.S.V.P. on our Facebook page to be entered in a drawing for $500 off any new booking at Carriage Hills Ranch. Valid for 2017 weddings. We look forward to seeing you then! Friends and family members are welcome – it will be so much fun!
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CHATEAU ON THE CREEK
2601 SAM BASS ROAD
ROUND ROCK, TEXAS
Vendor that will be there:
Catering: Chateau on the Creek
Photography: Brubaker Portraits
Cakes: Custom Wedding Cakes by Kathy Hunt
Floral: Fancy Florals
DJ: Best DJ's Texas and More!
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Engagement sessions can be done at any time no matter how long or little time you've been engaged. Engagement sessions usually last an hour to an hour and a half. It's best if you have a location in mind; for instance, like where your first date was, a favorite park, where your fiancé proposed, or just where ever you feel the love. Any of those make a great location for an engagement session, but if you're drawing a blank on where to go Brubaker Portraits has several pre-selected locations. Our locations are the 360 Overlook , Austin Skyline, Austin TX SoCo, Texas Hill Country, and a few different wineries.
Now if you're asking yourself "why are engagements session so important?" There is two reasons. First is so you get to know your photographer better. The other is so that you could have images of you and your fiancé in a relaxed setting without the hustle and bustle of your wedding.
The photos from the session have a few wonderful options as well. For example, imagine a professional portrait of you and your fiancé on the wall which you can look at for many years from that time before you were married. Adding a 16 x 20 hanging picture in your home or apartment is always nice to have, or to give to your family. Another idea some of our brides have is a fun album made from the engagement session photos, and using it as a guest book at their wedding, engagement party, or just to have on the coffee table to look through. In fact, I've had some of my couples make thank you cards for guests and family after the wedding.
Finally, don't forget about "Save the Date" cards. These modern type of cards are sent out as early notifications announcing your engagement, with slightly less formal feel than wedding invitation, but all of the important information your guests need, like wedding venue, date, websites or hashtags for your wedding. "Save the Date" cards serve as an extra alert to friends and family.
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This was the first time I met Stephanie, though previously we exchanged lots of email. I actually met Eric first. He was so sweet, explaining how hard Stephanie works and how much he appreciates everything she does for him before he signed the contract.
Eric was dressed in his military dress uniform and Stephanie wore a pretty royal blue dress so they matched. Stephanie personalized her outfit with a stunning pair of red pointed to high heels. Stephanie is so happy to marry in October she's like a bottle of champagne overflowing with joy. Being around Stephanie and Eric, there is no doubt about the love and happiness they have for one another.
After we finished photographing in front of the "love you so much” wall art. We worked our way down south Congress, taking a break alongside San Jose hotel. The green vines that cover the wall along the hotel really cast a luscious look to the photographs.
Our Lady of Guadalupe is where Stephanie and Eric are getting married. Stephanie told me about a photograph in front of the church her family has of her and her parents when she was a child; she wanted to duplicate the image, so we found an opening in the fence and re-created a similar moment.
Congratulations! You’re engaged, now where do you go from here? Bridal expos / Bridal Extravaganza and open houses are very good ways to find out what you want for your wedding. Both are similar in purpose, though different in size, and are similar in how they are laid out, with many vendors in booths along rows.
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Crystal booked me as her photographer one month to the date of her wedding. I was on short notice because a previous photographer did not work out for Crystal. I'm thrilled she chose me, and it was a pleasure to meet her photography needs.
Do you know the difference between a first look and a shot list? Read on to decode all the terms your photographer will toss around.
When you start meeting with potential photographers, it can sound like they’re speaking another language. Learning their lingo can help you clearly communicate what you want your album to look like, as well as help you determine if a particular photographer is the one who can deliver what you want. Before you head to your first appointment, get up to speed with the terms you need to know.
Boudoir shoots
This sexy set of photographs is usually done separately from your soon-to-be-spouse and given to them as a gift. Unlike the rest of your wedding album, these aren’t meant to be shared with anyone but each other—but you can bet they’ll be fun to look at privately for years to come!
Bridal portrait
Traditionally, the bride would go to a photographer’s studio a few months before the wedding to be photographed in her gown (perhaps even holding a replica of her bouquet). While this is now less common, some women still choose to pose for this formal shot so they can include it in their wedding announcement. A modern take on this is the engagement shoot.
Day-of slideshows
Your photographer can quickly create a slideshow of images from the ceremony and cocktail hour and project them onto a big screen during dinner. Guests will love looking at what they just experienced (and at themselves!), plus it will give them plenty to talk about at the tables.
Digital
One of the first decisions you’ll need to make is whether you want your photographer to shoot with digital or film (see below). Digital is the most popular way to shoot. The major advantage is time—depending on your photographer, you could see snaps just days after your wedding. Digital cameras can also shoot in very low light—a perk when you’re photographing an afternoon-into-evening wedding. And thanks to a display screen, your photographer can preview shots and adjust accordingly as he goes.
Engagement shoot
This has become a very popular add-on to photography packages. Not only is it a great way to get a sense of your photographer’s style (and make any suggestions or voice concerns before your wedding day so he can make adjustments), it’s an easy way to capture a perfect image for your save-the-date or wedding website as well. Take your shoot over-the-top by choosing a theme (from chic Breakfast at Tiffany’s to medieval Game of Thrones), or just give it a little flavor with some fun props, like balloons, pennants, umbrellas or a tandem bicycle.
First-look photos
This set of shots, which is done before your ceremony, captures the first time you and your about-to-be-spouse see each other all dressed up on your wedding day. Doing a full set of photos (with you, as well as your families and wedding party) beforehand frees you all up to fully enjoy your cocktail hour post ceremony (making it an increasingly popular option!).
Film
Film is your other option if you don’t want digital. Images shot with film have a soft, organic quality to them, but shooting with film is, well, more work -- and more money too. In addition to purchasing rolls of film, processing and editing images take time. Some photographers will shoot both film and digital, so you can get the best of both worlds.
Photo booths
This popular form of entertainment for cocktail hour and receptions has become mainstream, and couples are finding fun ways to personalize their photo booths. Variations include: modern ones that upload photos directly to social media, retro versions that print Polaroid prints automatically or full-service companies that bring a personalized backdrop and props.
Shot list
The best way to ensure your photographer captures all the moments you want is to provide a suggested shot list. Your dress hanging up, a close-up of your groom waiting at the altar, your mom helping you get dressed and your grandparents dancing are just a few of the type of shots to include. Of course, the style and number of these images will all depend on the photographer you've chosen and how long you've hired that pro for. Hint: Choose around 10 photos you absolutely must have—dozens will only be confusing on the day, and the photographer already knows the standard shots most couples want to see.
Style
Your photographer is going to ask you what style of photography you like and show you the types he specializes in. It will help to have a basic understanding before you start flipping through portfolios. Here are five main styles and what you need to know about them:
Artistic
With this style, the photographer’s unique take allows for a different perspective (for instance, the couple may not be looking at the camera). If you don’t want your photos to look like anything you’ve seen on Pinterest, go with a pro who is eager to use a little artistic license to tell your story.
Classic
Like the ones in your grandparents or parents’ wedding album, these are the images that stand the test of time—striking, gorgeous and a bit formal. Classic photos reflect reality (similar to documentary, below), but they’re infused with the shooter’s artistic license.
Documentary
Rather than posed or highly styled shots, documentary photography captures candid or spontaneous pictures of people, décor and action—in the moment. These shots feel intimate and "real."
Dramatic
Lighting—especially using an off-camera flash—is a key component of dramatic photography. If the sun isn’t cooperating, the photographer will use lighting equipment to capture the same gorgeous effect.
Lifestyle
This take on wedding photography is mostly candid with some direction and style—the end result being beautiful but relaxed. A good photographer will look for moments but also help set the scene.
Wedding PhotographyBrubaker Portrait wedding photographic style is artistic, lifestyle, editorial, and documentary photography. We are there to capture every moment of your wedding day.
Wedding PhotographyBrubaker Portrait wedding photographic style is artistic, lifestyle, editorial, and documentary photography. We are there to capture every moment of your wedding day.
What a wonderful way to celebrate Spring. Jessica and her two girls McKinley and Lindsey had their session in the bluebonnets. I forget how much fun I have photographing kids and their family in an open field of wild flowers. There's just something about having children playing and the flowers smell wonderful, you get to see them imagine and dream of a different place. Like Wizard of Oz.
A few days ago I got to figure this unique lady Mikeshia. I met her at Starbucks here in Austin. when I saw her I can for my card and simply said that "I'm a portrait photographer and I would really enjoy photographing you" several emails later she came to my studio and we had a wonderful time taking pictures. She brought her two friends one was a makeup artist name Sunshine.
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Going through all the photos and enjoying looking at how cute he can be. I picked this one to play with them Photoshop. A few things I noticed before I started the editing process was his right I was a little dark and you could not see The green in his eye so I simply just copied and flipped the left die and placed it on the right-hand side. After that I was trying to think of ways to edit the photo and lots of options came about but my favorite one was just go ahead and paint the whole thing. Two days later I finally finished buddies Image.
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Mr. Buddy my manger hehe He say "so... how did the expo go?" as I was setting up the table at home.
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