0261 L1004382A flower girl with the bride to the right and bridesmaids counter balancing the frame photographed at The Astorian, Houston, Texas
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Capture Your Favorite Image with Decisive Moment Techniques

I keep returning to this image as my favorite of the month, so it would be fun to restart the series, examining how I captured the image and why I like it. I’ve always been intrigued by the decisive moments,…

Ashley and Clayton steal a kiss at The Ballrom at Tanglewood in Houston Texas L1000596
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A Fairy-tale Wedding at Tanglewood: Ashley & Clayton’s Story

Check out this beautiful couple, Ashley and Clayton, who recently said “I do” at The Ballroom at Tanglewood. The photos are filled with so much love and emotion it’s hard not to get swept up in their happiness. Also, if…

031 The Addison Grove Sangeet Party in Austin Leica photographer Philip Thomas Photography
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Boat + Sangeet Party at The Addison Grove, Austin – Part 1 of 2 Kinjal + Romil

Hey everyone! I am excited to share with you the first part of Kinjal and Romil’s amazing two-day South Asian wedding celebration. The festivities kicked off with a fun-filled boat ride, and later on, we enjoyed a spectacular evening of…

The happy couple walk down the aisle at Canyonwood Ridge Hindu Wedding Ceremony Reception Austin Leica photographer Philip Thomas Photography
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Canyonwood Ridge South Asian Wedding in Austin – Part 2 of 2 Kinjal + Romil

Hey there! I’m excited to share with you Day 2 of Kinjal and Romil’s South Asian wedding weekend at Canyonwood Ridge in Austin, Texas. Day 1 Is here, in case you missed it. The mandap and ceremony were absolutely stunning….

Home wedding photographed through window as bride enters ceremony in Georgetown South Carolina Wedding photojournalist Philip Thomas Photography L1008593
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Living the Dream in Georgetown: Virginia and Fischer’s Incredible Love Story

I had the privilege of attending Virginia and Fischer’s beautiful wedding ceremony, which took place at their cozy home in Georgetown, South Carolina. They had been set up by mutual friends in 2015 but didn’t start dating until 2017. Initially,…

A newly wedding couple ecstatically raise their arms at the wedding ceremony The Retreat at Balcones Springs_Wedding photographer-Philip Thomas-L1007433
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Experience An Unforgettable Weekend Retreat At Balcones Springs

We had such a blast at The Retreat at Balcones Springs with Mia, Brett, and their fantastic family and friends! It was a long weekend filled with so many memorable moments, or what I like to call in-between moments. I…

Lauren and Augustin pose under the stair at C Baldwin hotel on their wedding day
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C. Baldwin Hotel: The Story of Lauren and Augustin’s Wedding

Lauren and Augustin, one of the most beautiful couples, tied the knot a few weeks back at the C.Baldwin Hotel in Houston, Texas. Clearly, very much in love, Lauren and Augustin are always laughing and having a wonderful time. We…

The couple rejoice at Christ Episcopal Church wedding ceremony
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Christ Episcopal Church + The Briscoe Museum Wedding Reception

Courtney and Chase, a wonderful couple, tied the knot at Christ Episcopal Church just north of downtown San Antonio. I started photographing the bride and bridesmaids getting ready at Hotel Contessa, with the wedding reception following on a spring break…

Downtown engagement session at Hotel Valencia, San Antonio, Texas
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Hema + Patrick’s Engagement Session Downtown San Antonio, Texas

Here’s Hema and Patrick’s engagement session downtown from a couple of weeks ago. They’re getting married in Cape Town, South Africa! We started at Hotel Valencia Riverwalk in San Antonio, and the second part of the session was in South…

Couple take time out toward end of wedding reception at the Botanical gardens to recite their vows to each other. So sweet!

Wedding ceremony at Chapel of Incarnate Word | Botanical Gardens wedding reception | San Antonio

Emily and Grant’s fabulous wedding at the Chapel of Incarnate Word, with the reception following at the Botanical Gardens, San Antonio, Texas. Thanks to the couple for their trust. So many wonderful in-between moments throughout the wedding. One of my…

South Asian Wedding at Ballroom at Tanglewood-
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South Asian Wedding at The Ballroom at Tanglewood | Radhika + Shil | Houston Texas

Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone! Beautiful couple Radhika and Shil tied the knot last month at The Ballroom at Tanglewood. Sheer elegance and an intimate space made for a beautiful South Asian celebration with friends and family. It doesn’t get any…