Weddings
Mayrant Wedding Campus Lake Austin First Dances Lifestyle Photography
First, Dad and his Daughter, the Bride. Next, the Groom and his Mother. And finally, the Bride and Groom. A wedding is an event full of traditions and symbols. The first dance of a newly married couple is one of those time-honored traditions that is highly cherished. My absolute favorite moment is when they broke…
Read MoreMayrant Wedding Speeches Campus Lake Austin Lifestyle Photographer
If you’re like me, the speeches from the ones they love are my most favorite part of the wedding. It’s an opportunity to learn more about the bride + groom, their most meaningful and entertaining life stories. Wedding Coordinator: Amy Mader – Platinum Weddings + Events Haven’t worked with me before? Learn more! For all…
Read MoreBride Groom Mayrant Irish Wedding Austin Texas Campus Lake Austin Lifestyle Photographer
An Irish Blessing was read aloud during the ceremony (and it happens to be one of my favorites). The words of Bob Dylan were chosen: May God bless and keep you always, May your wishes all come true, May you always do for others And let others do for you. May you build a ladder…
Read MoreEngagement Couples Lifestyle Photography Session Sekrit Theater Austin Texas
The Sekrit (Garden) Theater is an absolute perfect destination for couples. It’s whimsical – it’s wild. It sets the perfect landscape for an adventure and new experiences. Nature, art, wilderness. It’s all there. Smack dab in the City of Austin. Let’s gooo! Haven’t worked with me before? Learn more! For all the Austin vibes and latest lifestyle…
Read MoreKenz + Logan Engagement Dripping Springs Austin Texas
When your best friend says “Yes!” to the man of her dreams… Haven’t worked with me before? Learn more! Follow my journey on Instagram. @melanieapplegatephotography
Read MoreAmanda + Jeff: Wedding at The Addison Grove in Austin, Texas
I take a very documentary-style approach to photographing weddings. There is so much personal meaning that goes into each perfectly curated detail. I study the environment and observe emotions. Between documenting the details, I capture moments that happen in a split second… moments that reflect love, grace, peace, wonder, excitement and a deep shared connection.…
Read MoreTricks and Tips: Prepare to Look Your Best in Photos
Everyone wants to look and feel their best when it comes time to jump in front of the camera. It’s easier said than done, but there are a few tips and tricks to fighting the toll that age, life and negative self-talk takes on us! These tricks will help you feel confident, make the most…
Read MoreSarah + Emilio // Lifestyle Wedding Photographer in Austin, Texas
When Sarah reached out to me earlier this year to let me know she’d quietly been following my work and growth since 2017, and the time had finally come for me to capture her wedding day, I knew it would be incredibly special. What a beautiful gift it is for someone to believe in my…
Read MoreWhy I Love Shooting at Laguna Gloria
The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria is the former home of Clara Driscoll and site of a 1916 Italianate-style villa on the shores of Lake Austin in Austin, Texas. It was the original home of the Austin Museum of Art and still houses some of its collections. The site has featured sculptures by an array…
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