Wide angle of ceremony atClub Giraud Wedding Reception San Antonio weddings Philip Thomas Photography
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Club Giraud Wedding + Reception | San Antonio | Amy+John

Amy + John tied the knot just before sunset at Club Giraud, downtown San Antonio, Texas, on the banks of the Riverwalk. Amy and John are a lovely couple with warm personalities to match. Surrounded by family and friends, this was a wonderful celebration and so much fun to capture. I’m very fortunate to capture…

Couple sit in an antique car THE PEACH ORCHARD WOODLANDS WEDDING Houston Wedding Photographer Philip Thomas Photography
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The Peach Orchard Wedding + Reception | Rachel + Shaun | The Woodlands

Here’s a set of my fave images from Rachel and Shaun’s wedding day. The Peach Orchard Venue has an enchanting history and a visually stunning design, a perfectly romantic setting for a fun wedding day. Thank you to the couple for their trust. It was a joy to get to know you both a little…

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Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts Collection | Heather + Brannon

A few favorite clicks from Heather and Brannon’s vow renewal celebration! So much fun with families and wonderful kids. Just my cup of tea. Thanks to the couple for their trust! Here are a few of my favorite clicks from the day. VendorsCeremony + Reception: Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts CollectionWedding Planner: Julep Events (Ginny)Hair/Makeup:…

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Big Cedar Lodge – Garden Chapel Wedding | The Ozarks | Missouri | Destination Wedding

A sweltering summer continues to linger here in South Texas. So, it was nice to escape to the breeziness of the Missouri Ozarks for a very special wedding that is dear to my heart…the union of our niece, Alyssa, and Oshean. Our family, including Alyssa’s grandmother, traveled from San Antonio for the occasion. Alyssa and…

Rockin' B Ranch Wedding Reception
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Rockin’ B Ranch Wedding+Reception | Adriana + Brent

Hi Friends! This wedding was unique for me to photograph as my friend in the wedding industry Nancy Hernandez kindly referred me to her sister, Adriana, and fiance, Brent. The couple met just before the pandemic shut the world down, tying the knot on the second try due to the pandemic. I’m so happy for…

Union Station Houston Astros Wedding Reception-Philip Thomas Photography
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Annunciation Catholic Church + Minute Maid Union Station Wedding Reception, Houston | Katie+Walter

Katie and Walter met while playing co-ed soccer together in 2011, and her father was the soccer coach. What a great story! This beautiful couple tied the knot at Annunciation Catholic Church, followed by a fun-packed reception at Union Station in Houston, formerly a rail transportation hub; the building now serves as a cornerstone for Minute…

Hotel Havana and Ocho wedding and reception as couple enjoy first dance under beautiful light
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Hotel Havana Wedding Ceremony + Reception | San Antonio, Texas | Laura + Joshua

Before I hop off for a summer break, here’s a curated selection of Joshua and Laura’s wedding images. Hotel Havana has to be one of my San Antonio hotels to capture. The hotel is like stepping into the tropical allure of the hotel’s Caribbean namesake. Joshua and Laura are a very warm couple and were…

The Preserve at Canyon Lake – Katy + Russ | Wedding+Reception
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The Preserve at Canyon Lake – Katy + Russ | Wedding+Reception

Stunning couple Katy and Russ tied the knot at The Preserve at Canyon Lake. These two have great energy and are meant to be. I’m so happy for them, and they were a joy to meet and get to know over the last year. Here are their engagement pics, and below is a selection of my favorite…

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Arneson River Theatre Wedding + Hotel Havana + Ocho Reception | Cameron+Shane

In downtown San Antonio, Texas, Cameron and Shane’s gorgeous wedding at Arneson River Theatre. The couple’s wedding reception followed just a mile north at Ocho, Hotel Havana. Cameron and Shane met on a warm July afternoon at a housewarming party. The rest is history! Talking of the past, Hotel Havana has to be my favorite downtown hotel….

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Mays Family Center – Witte Museum Wedding Ceremony +Reception

Here’s a lovely wedding celebration at the Mays Family Center/Witte Museum off-Broadway, San Antonio, Texas. I’ve been fortunate to work with this family since 2013 for their other daughters and I feel like an old friend invited to the party, yet I’m lurking in the shadows with my cameras. Well, that just sounds downright troublesome!As…

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The Red Berry Estate – Wedding + Reception – Sarah + Jake

On the last fall weekend, a gorgeous wedding took place for Sarah and Jake at Red Berry Estates in San Antonio, Texas. Sarah and Jake met in a downtown San Antonio Pub Rub back in November 2016. Fast forward to the present, and like many couples, Covid put a temporary dent in their wedding plans…

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Perkins Chapel Wedding + Hickory Street Annex Reception in Dallas, Texas

Here’s a curated set of favorite images from Kinsey and JJ’s big day a few weeks back. I’m so fortunate to work with couples like these two as they trust me to do my thing and capture their day as honestly as possible.We start at Warwick Melrose, a red-brick hotel landmark of almost a hundred…

South Asian Wedding New Orleans Chandni Tyler New Orleans Hotel Marriott Philip Thomas Photography
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Favorite wedding images of 2021

Thank you to all my beautiful couples in 2021. Here’s my roundup of favorite wedding images throughout the wildest twelve months in my 15-year career photographing weddings. We all know how challenging and complex 2021 was, so I’ll dispense with those comments and let you know I love what I do with a passion that sees…

Club Giraud Wedding ceremony reception Leica photographer Philip Thomas Photography
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Club Giraud Wedding + Reception – San Antonio, Texas | Audrey + Greg

I loved working with Audrey and Greg on their wedding day at Club Giraud, downtown San Antonio. The couple currently resides in Huntsville, Alabama. Audrey’s family lives in San Antonio, so making the Alamo city their wedding destination made perfect sense. How fortunate they met just a week before Covid lockdown, the rest is history-with…

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The Fairmount Hotel Wedding + Reception

A few favorite clicks from Sally and Jerrid’s wedding and reception at historic The Fairmount Hotel. Congratulations, and I loved working with you. Smaller weddings like theirs are among my favorite to photograph due to the intimacy and immediate access without being intrusive. I also love the light this time of year, which presents challenges…

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The Grove Wedding Reception – Lena+Freddy | Philip Thomas Photography

Lena and Freddy’s wedding reception/party took place at The Grove, set in the middle of Discovery Green, downtown Houston. I love this restaurant, having spent time here with our children. The celebration took place on Lena and Freddy’s first anniversary, delayed due to the pandemic, and wow, what a party! Lena and Freddy met in a bar…

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Hofmann Ranch Wedding + Reception – Castroville – Hill Country

Christine and Gabriel are an adorable couple, tying the knot at Hofmann Ranch a couple of weeks ago. I’m so happy for this couple and enjoyed meeting the family and friends for this joyous wedding. Enjoy a few of my favorites from their wedding day, surrounded by friends and family. Hofmann Ranch is a gorgeous…

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New Orleans Marriott Hotel South Asian Wedding

Chandni and Tyler’s wedding was a glorious affair. Here’s a South Asian wedding in the French Quarter of downtown New Orleans, captured a few weeks ago. We start the celebrations with the Mehendi at Chandni’s parent’s home, not too far from the hotel in New Orleans. The Sangeet was at Marriott New Orleans right on…

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Immaculate Heart of Mary Wedding Ceremony + The Gardens at West Green Wedding Reception – San Antonio Texas

Beautiful couple, Dialis and Andy, tied the knot at Immaculate Heart of Mary Wedding and reception at The Gardens at West Green. I love this couple, their friends, and family, and I’m excited to share a curated set of images from their wedding day here in San Antonio, Texas. Dialis and Sarah, the maid of…

la Cantera Resort Wedding San Antonio Texas Summer 2021 - Leica Photography-Sarah-Scott-Philip Thomas Photography
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La Cantera Resort Wedding San Antonio Texas – Part 2 – Sarah-Scott

Sarah and Scott married back in the spring – see that first day here. Here’s the second celebration at La Cantera Resort, San Antonio, Texas. Sarah and Scott’s wedding day was a big party with family and friends, originally postponed due to the pandemic. These are a few of my favorites for this fantastic couple. Thanks…