Barton Springs Family Session | Austin Family Photographer

I have a special place in my heart for this little family. When I first met Ali (we had followed each other on Instagram and decided to meet for coffee at Radio Coffee in Austin), she told me that she had endometriosis and her chances for having a baby were slim. BUT she was pregnant. I had chills and, actually, may have also started to tear up — that would be a very "me" thing to do.

A few weeks later, I was shooting Ali + Trevor's pregnancy announcement photos. Then, before we all knew it, I was in their nursery taking photos of them again...but this time with baby Ivy. I captured their first Christmas, Ivy walking down the isle in one of their best friend's wedding, and now these sweet 2-year-old photos for Ivy. She's currently obsessed with peaches, so we had to add them in the shoot.

I'm looking forward to many more family sessions to come with these three.

Marissa + Lou | Prospect House Wedding in Austin, TX

What do you love most about each other?Marissa: "I am a very fast paced person.... I overcommit myself, overbook myself and take on too much all of the time. Lou slows me down and balances me out in the most beautiful way. When we are together, I am reminded to slow down and enjoy the small things, to be present around people and to take in every moment of life for what it's worth. He is also equally as childlike and playful as I am and I love that! I feel the most understood and known by him."Lou: "Marissa has a way of lighting up any room she walks into. She makes you and everyone around feel like the most important person there. There's something about magnetic about her personality and people love being around her. She makes it easy. She celebrates people and victories well. I just like having her around."--I couldn't think of a better way to start my post about Marissa + Lou's love. When I first met these two, I knew they were COOL. Way cooler than me. I was excited to capture them because of their vibe (and because we had planned the most rad engagement session ever...post coming soon).  But after getting to know them and their story, I fell in love with their hearts. And for their sweet love for each other. Fun fact: They call each other love-y and I think that's the most adorable thing in the world.Their wedding day was filled with friendship, laugher and—most importantly—Jesus. Being their photographer, I got to be present during the most intimate parts of the day. This included the prayers. Every single time, no matter who was praying, they prayed that those who might not know the Lord to be able to see His amazing love through their marriage and love for each other. If there's one thing I've always said about finding my person one day — it's that. And so I cried every time.As you look through these photos of their day, I hope you can see the love that Jesus gave us shining through. And I also hope you get all the way down to the reception photos to see what A FREAKING PARTY their night was.xoB[narrative]

Tulum Wedding at Papaya Playa Project

CELBI + GABE

M a g i c a l. That's truly the best way to describe Celbi + Gabe's wedding in Tulum. From getting to hang out with them the day before, to the energy at Gitano for their rehearsal dinner and, of course, the most wonderful wedding day at Papaya Playa Project—this seriously was one of the most memorable events for everyone who was able to be a part of it.If there's one thing that's for sure: C + G are so loved. The amount of family and friends who came along for their day was just incredible—and it's clear why, because they're such wonderful, loving humans to be around. From the moment I met Celbi and Gabe for their engagement session in San Marcos, TX, I knew they were not only super fun + adventurous but the definition of "good people." They've been a joy to get to know and be able to call friends. I can't wait to see where their love takes them in the future.xoxoBP.S. Oh, and the party y'all...the freaking bomb. Disco balls + tequila for the win.Wedding planner: Jayne Bubis + Debbie LundyVenue: Papaya Playa ProjectRentals: Archive Rentals Hair + Makeup: Prep Hair Florals + Styling: Maria Limon Bride's dress:  Rue De Seine purchased at Lovely Bride Bridesmaids dresses: Show Me Your MumuSecond photographer: Madeline Shea