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Group Shots - Austin Wedding Photographer by Melanie Grizzel

Austin Wedding PhotographerI 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.

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Best of 2010 - Austin Wedding Photographer by Melanie Grizzel

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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.

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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!?

Austin Portrait Photographer

Austin Portrait Photographer

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.

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Aileen and Jeremy -- Star Hill Ranch

Austin Wedding PhotographerBek and Donnie -- Kindred Oaks

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Austin Wedding PhotographyBek and Donnie -- Kindred Oaks

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Austin Wedding PhotographyBrandi and Lee -- Barr Mansion

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Bek and Donnie -- Kindred Oaks

Wedding Photography AustinJuanita and John -- The Terrace Club

Wedding Photographer AustinCarly's Bridal -- Laguna Gloria

Austin Wedding PhotographerBek and Donnie -- Kindred Oaks

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Wedding Photography AustinCarly and Chad -- Mandola Estates Winery

Austin Wedding PhotographyMaegan and Daniel -- Kindred Oaks

Austin Wedding PhotographerJuanita and John -- The Terrace Club

Austin Wedding PhotographerKatie and Ben -- St. Ignatius Church

Austin Wedding PhotographyKatrina and Andrew --The Gardens of Cranesbury View

Austin Wedding PhotographerLauren and Caleb -- Katy, Tx

Austin Wedding PhotographyKelly and Eric -- The Inn at Pearl Street

Austin Wedding PhotographerLinsey and Marcos -- Reunion Ranch

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Samantha and Scott -- Brenham, Tx

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Michelle and Bert -- Katy, Tx

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Duane and DeVere - Hacienda del Lago

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Sam and Hanh -- Casa Blanca

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Ruhi and Chandler -- Mercury Hall

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Austin same sex wedding photographerDuane and DeVere - Hacienda del Lago

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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.

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Austin Family PhotographerLastly, 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.

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Round Rock Senior Photography

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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

Hanh-N-Sam - Austin Wedding Photographer by Melanie Grizzel

Hanh and Sam met in high school in all of those nerdy science classes and clubs. They dated for more than 10 years, through college and moving to New York for Hahn's medical school. Sam works on the floor of the New York stock exchange.

Hanh is Vietnamese and Sam, is not. To satisfy family tradition they held a Vietnamese service at 9am on the Saturday morning.
The tradition is, Sam and his family and friends, all those who wish to join Hahn's family walk to Hanh's house with all of their gifts and a feast to present to her family. Everyone fills the tiny living room separated in the middle, and Hanh and Sam marry in the middle of the room.


They feasted and communed for while in the afternoon then changed into a more America attire and rejoined their families in the early evening for a more America style wedding reception.
The beautiful cupcake display was provided by Sweetish Hill.



The reception was held at the very lovely Casa Blanca with delicious Vietnamese inspired fair from Pink Avocado.


They were amazing. I am madly in love with the 2 of them, we had such a great time together in such a short amount of time. I wish they lived here so we could continue to watch their lives grow together, but alas i guess we'll just have to go home to New York to see them. bummer ;)
Thank you both for letting us be a part of your wonderful wedding, Congratulations!
---mel

Kate + Ryan Married! by Melanie Grizzel

Location: Casa Blanca 
DJ: ATXDJ ( did i mention how much I loved their music?! he had everything, including a little known song by Melanie. I highly recommend.)
I first met Kate early last year, we were out of her budget and she was ready to move on. However, she was convinced we were right and months later she called and asked frantically if the date was still available. Luckily it was, it turns out they were able to shift funds around here and there and were able to afford a high priority for them. I sure was glad they did.

They have been together for quite a while. Spending time away from each other while Kate teaches elementary school here in Austin and Ryan alternated semesters of college with internships for NASA. They finally made it to the same city and then living together, now they're married and blissful.

Their wedding was so joyous, we were thrilled to be there.
Thank you for working so hard to choose us.
Congratulations!
As always you can see more images on facebook.

---mel




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