Bride takes a moment to soak it all in during a wedding reception L1042645-Philip Thomas
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November 2024 – Image of the Month – A breather

Sometimes, occasionally, a moment presents itself. The bride took a break from dancing and plopped down to change her shoes. Not before she reclined, took a deep breath, and returned to the fun. The picture encapsulates my love for the craft. You never know what might happen. You just hope a moment presents itself. I…

A jealous flower girl stares down her sister in a pink room
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October 2024 Image of the month – The Pink Wall

October 2024 – Image of the month ~ The success of any photograph depends on three things: composition, light, and storytelling, but the storytelling aspect gives a picture its real power. My aim in wedding photography is to use the medium’s unique ability to captivate and narrate a compelling story within a single frame. This…

The Girl In Red - 628 L1010086 Edit
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September 2024 – Image of the month

September 2024 – Image of the month. As we enter the later part of the year, I like to review the images I’ve captured and think about what I’d like to add to my portfolio. Going over a batch of my favorite photos, I was struck again by how, given time, images take on a life…

a father and daughters first dance in a wedding reception
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July 2024 Favorite Image of the Month

July 2024 Favorite Images of the Month ~ It’s been another busy month here in the house. I’m learning the guitar—an absolute newbie, but I love it. With the scorching temperatures, we’ve been finding cooler air by visiting art museums with my girls. The Texas summer heat brings a slowdown with weddings, so with a…

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“To Reach Success, Define What You Want”

Thanks to Jim Landers for hosting last night’s panel discussion: “To Reach Success, Define What You Want” – The recorded video is below. “Hear the stories of challenges, triumphs, and pivotal moments that shaped our three panelists’ lives. Gain insights from three different points of view into setting meaningful goals tailored to your personal vision…

Rain pours down South Congress Hotel Austin Wedding Ceremony and reception L1050013
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2022 favorite wedding images of the year

It’s that time again. And yes, I’m a little late getting this gallery up, but I have kids, and that’s the story I’m sticking to. Here’s a selection of my favorite wedding images from 2022. I’m so thankful to all the beautiful couples for their trust in capturing their special day. You won’t see posed…

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Behind the scenes – Philip Thomas Photography

Behind the scenes. Wanna see something amusing at my expense and the British sense of self-deprecation? Then see this short of me shooting a wedding group (yes I do shoot formals!). Filmed by amazing Dayna, owner of Stella Haus Films and now a good friend. We’re working on a promo documentary for me but this…

Post Production Workflow Tips For Wedding Photographers

I launched a new project I’ve been working on for a while for new wedding photographers.  Go here to view the site. Topics of discussion include Lightroom and Photo Mechanic performance tips, post production workflow and many more topics coming up over the next few months. Other topics I’m working on are SEO tips for photographers,…

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lauren and alex’s wedding – lost mission

Lauren and Alex’s wedding took place at Lost Missions, just a few miles from my home and the first time I’ve shot there. Check this place out if you’ve just got engaged. Put it this way. If this venue was open seven years ago I’m sure Marcie and I would’ve married here. Love this time of…

Prime Lenses

I’ve used Nikon gear since ’94. Before that I was using Mamiya and Contax with carl zeiss lenses. Due to the expense and the fact I was, well, dirt poor, I sold that gear and moved onto Nikon. I’ve generally always had tons of lenses, from wide angles to long powerful 300mm lenses. Pretty useful…