Amy & Keane’s Engagement Session

Most of us have had our favorite study spots – whether it’s a coffeeshop, lunch bistro, or library, you’ve had your favorite. Mine was Mugwalls Java Bar in College Station. If (and when) you go, get an Iced Mugwalls. It will blow your mind!! Think chocolate milk iced toddy…. YUM. But this post is not about coffee. It’s about the beautiful girl who became a sweet friend over the countless times she took my coffee order! Amy is one of those gals that you meet and fall instantly in love with. Each time I went in to “study” (really code word for socialize) Amy would ask how I was doing, what was going on in my life, my dreams…. everything! It is so amazing to think back over the years I watched her studying for school, and she is now officially a dental hygienist!! And she’s getting MARRIED!!! To the sweetest, most perfect man for her. Seriously.

Amy and Keane drove up to Austin for their session last week, and we were praying for NO rain!! While it was a little nervewrecking, we did have just the right amount of time for their session, and the stormy sky provided some amazing even light! I had such a blast hanging with these two loves and I cannot WAIT for their wedding in August.

MJ2Day Alumni Article on Melissa Jill’s Blog!

Oh my goodness. I can’t believe it’s been over a year since Melissa Jill’s MJ2Day Workshop! It feels like it was yesterday. It was a pleasure and a very humbling experience to go through my work before and since the workshop. Exciting, humbling, and amazing! I really feel with all of my might that it was MJ2Day that got me headed in the right direction with my photography and my business. Go check out the interview I got to do for Melissa!! It is so cool and I hope it will encourage you, reader, to think about investing time and learning hours into whatever you are pursuing with all your heart. Coming from someone who has grown leaps and bounds over the past year… it is WORTH it! *happy dance*

Jessica & JB’s Chateau Cocomar Wedding!

Words do not even begin to describe how blessed I felt to have photographed Jess & JB’s wedding. I met Jess at Melissa Jill’s MJ2Day Workshop in January of 2012 and we became fast friends! She is an incredible photographer herself, so I was beyond humbled when she asked me to photograph their wedding! Needless to say, their entire day was a dream! Chateau Cocomar was such an elegant and classy venue, and Jess’ beauty radiated throughout the day.

JB and Jess I am thrilled to show you a little (actually, rather a large) sneak peek of your collection! I really cannot tell you how amazing your wedding day was. Thank you for trusting me to capture it fully, I adore you two!

Equipment used: Nikon D800 / 50mm 1.4 / 85mm 1.4 / 70-200 2.8 / 24mm 1.4 / Mamiya 645 / Mamiya 80mm 2.8 / Fuji 400H

Venue: Chateau Cocomar
Coordinator: Emily Moise with Keely Thorne
Florist: Lori with Special Arrangements
Caterer: Cafe Natalie
Cake & cake balls: More Than Cakes
Band: Infinite Groove
Videographers: Sculpting With Time Productions
Officiant: Pastor Mike Myers
Hair & Makeup: Kristina Frank Makeup Artistry

Jessica - Words cannot describe what an amazing job you did and how much it means to me that you were there on our special day. These photos brought tears to my eyes and made me relive these incredible moments… The day truly goes by too fast and so many of the details of the day gets missed. I just love all of the images you captured of those details so I can always have them to look back to. Michelle… You are such a dear friend and talented lady. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! XOXO

Andrea Brewster - So happy for Jessica! Great job Michelle!

Susanne Ashby - Just found your site from Melissa Jill… Your work is absolutely breathtaking!

Michelle Boyd - Oh my goodness thank you so much Susanne!!

Hasan - Found your website through Melissa Jill as well and have to admit your work is absolutely beautiful. I can’t wait to attend her workshop now she’s such a amazing inspiration. She inspired me to get into photography and I’ve learned so much from her and it’s people like you who solidify her talent. Love your work.

Emily Moise - Beautiful photos Michelle!! Please send me images on dropbox to put on our KTE stuff! :) i’ll submit as well

Lori Holley - Michelle, nice job! Would love to have images to share for my portfolio and website. Any chance there are pics of the other 2 centerpieces? Would love to see all floral images.