Chris and Alma are getting married at Devil’s River Distillery so naturally, we had their engagement session there. We walked around downtown and then took some pictures at their wedding venue, and just walking around made me so excited to photograph their wedding day! After we took some photos near the River Walk, we went to a rooftop and I am in love with those shots. Even though this was their first time getting pictures taken, Chris and Alma were so natural in front of the camera.
Before the session, Alma told me that she was pretty nervous. But afterwards, she told me she felt so much more confident and ready for the wedding day! This is why I always recommend scheduling an engagement session with your wedding photographer. It is the perfect, low-stress moment to not only get more comfortable in front of the camera but more comfortable with your photographer. Alma said after this session she felt relieved because her trust in me as her photographer strengthened.
To see all the photos from this gorgeous Devil’s River Distillery engagement session, keep scrolling.
I hope you loved these photos as much as I do! For more engagement session inspiration, click here. To book me for your big day, click here.
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“Lois was so great for my engagement photoshoot!! She was super kind and patient with us and she gave us recommendations for poses to help us feel more comfortable in front of the camera. Our sneak peek and full gallery came to us so much quicker than I expected and all the pictures looked amazing! When there were issues with viewing my gallery she responded quickly with a solution! I would recommend Lois to anyone who is looking for someone fun and professional to do their photoshoot!”
– Meghan Hartzell
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Choosing a venue can be so difficult. Having been in the wedding industry as a photographer for as long as I have, I have found that choosing a venue can be one of the biggest stressors for an engaged couple. Think about it, this one decision may affect your date, your catering, your style/color scheme, and your wedding size. There are so many factors going into this decision. So I’m here to hopefully take a little bit of the pressure off. All of these venues have amazing amenities to offer and of course beautiful backdrops for photos! And through this blog, I hope you can find your dream venue that brings your vision for your big day to life!
So, if you’re ready to find a stunning wedding venue in Austin, keep scrolling!
01. Villa Antonia
The Villa Antonia is an absolutely gorgeous venue in the Hill Country of Texas. With multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony options, groom and bridal suites, and amazing staff to coordinate day-of logistics, this venue is guaranteed to help you have the most perfect wedding day.
02. Commodore Perry
The Commodore Perry estate is a gorgeous architectural landmark in Austin. It is located on a private 10-acre walled property and is surrounded by beautiful gardens. With outdoor and indoor ceremony options, and stunning greenery, this venue will no doubt create the most beautiful wedding day.
03. Woodbine Mansion
The Woodbine Mansion has been one of the most well-known homes in Round Rock since 1900. From its neoclassical details to the lush greenery and towering magnolias, this venue offers a picture-perfect setting to create the best day for you and your guests.
04. The Mansion
The Mansion opened its door in 1931 and since then has been a favorite place to celebrate and entertain. The staff at the Mansion pride themselves in giving their couples the freedom to create their perfect day. While they are there to give recommendations for catering and other vendors, they give the couple complete freedom over these decisions. If you’re looking for freedom with the support of an incredible staff, this may be the place for you!
05. Hotel Ella
Hotel Ella is a stylish boutique hotel located in the historic Goodall Wooten House. The house was built in the late 1800 and was renovated in 2013, so it offers the perfect balance of history and modernity. If a modern but antique-style wedding piques your interest, this may be the perfect place for you.
06. The Allan House
The Allan house is a victorian style mansion offering both indoor and outdoor entertaining areas. The blend of victorian charm and modern sophistication provides a timeless feel for your wedding day. With two private suites for the bridal party, decorative outdoor lighting, a catering prep kitchen, and an outdoor sound stage, this venue offers everything you need to make your day more than perfect.
I hope you enjoyed my list of 6 of the most stunning wedding venues in Austin. If any of these venues caught your eye and you’re ready to book a photographer, click here, and let’s check off one more thing on your wedding to-do list! If none of these were right for you, click here to check out more of my favorite Texas wedding venues.
Kind Words
“Lois was amazing! Contacted her through thumbtack to capture the moment I proposed to my fiancé, and she did not disappoint! The candids she got are gorgeous and we will cherish them forever! She did an engagement shoot with us after and made the whole experience fun and extremely memorable. If you’re looking for a great photographer, you’ve found her!”
– Kyle Shernicoff
