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July 2024 Favorite Image of the Month

ByPhilip Thomas

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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Vietnamese + South Asian Wedding Villa Antonia in Austin

ByPhilip Thomas

This wedding was certainly one for the books. Briana and Vishnu celebrated their love with a beautiful combination of traditions in Austin, Texas. The Vietnamese Tea Ceremony at their home and the Catholic ceremony at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church set the stage for an extraordinary celebration. The evening finished at Pinthouse Brewing, Austin…

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Stunning South Asian Wedding at The Videre Estate in Wimberley, Texas

ByPhilip Thomas

I’ve got a selection of photos from Sajani and Pathiv’s amazing South Asia wedding at The Videre Estate in Wimberley, just outside Austin, Texas. These are some of the best shots from the couple’s weekend celebrations last month. We kick things off with Sajani and Pathiv’s Sangeet event on Friday and then move on to…

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Villa Antonia Wedding Ceremony+ Reception – Jonestown nr. Austin | Macy + Sam

ByPhilip Thomas

Villa Antonia is a stunning, one-of-a-kind Tuscany-style wedding venue located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. It was the perfect setting for the handsome couple Macy and Sam, who tied the knot a few weekends back. Their special day was nothing short of magical, especially since the weather was fantastic for the last week…

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My favorite wedding images of 2023

ByPhilip Thomas

It’s that time of year and I have curated a collection of my favorite photographs from 2023. I want to express my sincere gratitude to all the amazing couples who entrusted me with capturing their most special day. It is an honor to be able to tell their unique story through my lens, and I…

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Thompson Hotel Wedding+Reception, Austin, Texas – Camryn + CJ

ByPhilip Thomas

Camryn and CJ had a stunning fall wedding at Thompson Austin, Texas! The elegant and sophisticated setting of the venue, located in the heart of Austin, made for a beautiful backdrop for their special day. This couple’s celebration continued late into the evening on Sixth Street.A big shoutout goes to Brandy Pundt and her team…

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Villa Antonia Wedding + Reception – Austin, Texas – Elise+Alex

ByPhilip Thomas

Take a look at this beautiful collection of images from Elise and Alex’s wedding at Villa Antonia, Jonestown, just northwest of Austin, Texas. The lovely couple first met through a mutual friend while Alexander was serving in the military, and they began dating in 2016. Over the course of their seven years together, they experienced…

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Boat + Sangeet Party at The Addison Grove, Austin – Part 1 of 2 Kinjal + Romil

ByPhilip Thomas

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 sangeet celebrations at Addison Grove. It was truly a night filled with love, laughter, and…

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

ByPhilip Thomas

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. Kinjal looked breathtakingly beautiful, while Romil looked so handsome. I want to give a special…

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Experience An Unforgettable Weekend Retreat At Balcones Springs

ByPhilip Thomas

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 loved hearing how Mia and Brett met at a hat shop on South Congress in…

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Barr Mansion Farmstead Wedding + Reception – Austin | Anna + Caleb

ByPhilip Thomas

Here are a few of my favorite images from Anna and Caleb’s amazing wedding at Barr Mansion and Ballroom, Austin, Texas. Anna and Caleb met at Dreamworks and are an amazingly sweet and funny couple. Built in 1898, the Barr Mansion is an incredibly beautiful venue that balances rustic and beautiful scenery. I’m so happy…

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South Congress Hotel Wedding in Austin, Texas | Meredith +Jordan

ByPhilip Thomas

Meredith and Jordan tied the knot at the South Congress Hotel in Austin. I adore this couple and the beautiful energy they exude. My goal when photographing a wedding is to tell a unique story, and each image should stand alone as a wonderful photograph. At least, that’s the goal:-). Special thanks to Jaycie Kreitzer…

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Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts Collection | Heather + Brannon

ByPhilip Thomas

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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Multicultural Wedding – Sudanese-Western Ceremony | Hudson Bend Ranch | Hazar & Bertan

ByPhilip Thomas

An American-Sudanese-German multi-cultural wedding celebration brought families together for Bertan and Hazar. The happy couple tied the knot at Hudson Bend Ranch in Austin. The venue, best described as a cross between Botanical Gardens and a working Texas ranch, is beautiful.  Bertan’s parents, siblings, and friends arrived from Germany, with Hazar’s family from Sudan. There were…

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Western + South Asian Wedding, Austin Texas | Shreya + Chris

ByPhilip Thomas

Here’s Shreya and Chris’s glorious wedding weekend in Austin, Texas. Family and friends came in worldwide and set camp in and around the Texas capital to celebrate this covid delayed wedding. The following pictures became a mega-post, so be patient as you scroll through their incredible journey. We start at the Umlauf Sculpture Garden &…

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Favorite wedding images of 2021

ByPhilip Thomas

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…

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South Asian Indian Wedding / American Wedding | Camp Lucy

ByPhilip Thomas

Here’s Mallory and Chaith’s wonderful 2-day wedding at Camp Lucy, Texas. Following the first set from Saturday’s South Asian celebration is the second set of images of their American ceremony and reception on Sunday. South Asian Ceremony – Day 1 – Vineyard at Camp Lucy Wedding Planner- Glitzy Events – Cheryl Fernandes Catering: Whim Catering…

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The Terrace Club – Wedding + Reception – Maggie+Ben-Austin Texas

ByPhilip Thomas

Here’s Maggie and Ben’s wedding at The Terrace Club, Dripping Springs, just west of Austin, Texas. Maggie and Ben are a super lovely couple and their wedding day was celebrated by friends and family from far and wide. I’m thrilled to share some images here—a postponed wedding due to the Covid pandemic. Maggie and Ben’s…

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Commodore Perry Estate // Austin Wedding // Kelsey + Paul

ByPhilip Thomas

Kelsey and Paul tied the knot in Austin, Texas, at Commodore Perry Estate. The newly wedded couple have dated since 2017 and are perfect together. As with many weddings this year, the celebration was downscale due to COVID, and Paul’s family in Ireland dropped in via Zoom in a heartfelt moment to offer their congratulations. Kelsey…

A favorite clicks of 2019 from my last wedding of the year. Here are two sweethearts, Densil and Stacy that tied the knot two weeks ago. The couple found holes in the fence of the venue and comically, were checking out guests heading toward their cocktail party after the ceremony. LM104330
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My favorite wedding images of 2019

ByPhilip Thomas

These are my favorite wedding images of 2019, most of these are unposed images and free of photographers’ direction, full of emotion pictures that document a couple’s story. Every year (see more from 2018 and 2017), like any photographer, I’ll work on areas of weakness and eliminate mistakes while pushing creatively. It is, after all, about ‘seeing.‘ It’s…