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Documentary weddings, unit stills & behind-the-scenes, photo stories, and notes from a documentary photographer based in San Antonio—also Austin, Houston, and wherever your story takes you.

Planning a wedding in San Antonio? Check availability here

Producing in San Antonio or Austin / Central Texas? Unit stills + BTS inquiry here

San Antonio Wedding Photography by Philip Thomas is a Leica Rangefinder photographer- Father-tears-up-seeing-his-daughter-in-her-wedding-dress in Alamo Heights, San Antonio Texas-Photographed-by-Philip-Thomas. Capturing organic, fleeting moments, world class storytelling, award winning wedding photojournalism

San Antonio
Weddings

Downtown San Antonio Engagement Session-Leica photographer-Philip Thomas Photography

Houston + Gulf Coast

Silhouettes of crew and talent standing in a field at sunset during an outdoor shoot

Unit Stills + BTS

Destination wedding Terranea Resort, California

Destination Weddings

Boy throws shoe in bay Cornwall, England

Street Gallery

A pedestrian crosses Hester Street through a patch of afternoon light during a May walk through New York City.

For Photographers

Black and white silhouette of a bride’s veil before the ceremony.

For Couples

‘Live’ Panel Discussion – “To Reach Success, Define What You Want”

Honored to be on a ‘live’ panel discussion this Monday…
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Kerr County Courthouse Wedding + Bridget’s Basket Reception

Here’s Aya and Frank’s beautiful wedding photographed on the last…
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My favorite wedding images of 2023

It’s that time of year and I have curated a…
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Historic Hotel Havana Wedding + Reception in San Antonio, Texas – Emily+David

I had the pleasure of meeting Emily and David on…
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Thompson Hotel Wedding+Reception, Austin, Texas – Camryn + CJ

Camryn and CJ had a stunning fall wedding at Thompson…
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The Veranda Wedding + Reception in San Antonio, Texas

This has been the busiest year since I’ve been photographing…
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Villa Antonia Wedding + Reception – Austin, Texas – Elise+Alex

Take a look at this beautiful collection of images from…
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Meyer Hotel Ceremony + Ingenhuett on High Reception – Comfort, Texas

Mosettee and Robert’s wedding was absolutely stunning at the Meyer…
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Devils River Distillery Wedding Reception | Natalie + Jordan

Natalie and Jordan exchanged vows at Redeemer Lutheran Church and…
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Lost Mission Wedding and reception – Spring Branch, Texas

Congratulations to Bethany and Scott for tying the knot at…
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Victoria + Brock – The Kendall Wedding in Boerne, Texas

This is Victoria and Brock’s sneak peek of their wedding…
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The Balance of a Moment | Documentary Wedding Photography

A Documentary Wedding Image Study from The Astorian in Houston…
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A Fairy-tale Wedding at Tanglewood: Ashley & Clayton’s Story

Check out this beautiful couple, Ashley and Clayton, who recently…
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Hotel Havana: A Historic Landmark for Your San Antonio Wedding

I had the honor of photographing Kellie and Richard’s wedding…
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The DeBruce | New York | Wedding+Reception

Here are some of my favorite images from Judy and…
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Capturing Life on NYC’s Streets: June 2023

I had such a wonderful time with my family in…
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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…
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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…
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Former press photographer (UK), now telling wedding stories with a documentary approach—quiet, honest moments and the people around you. Behind the scenes I keep it simple: minimal gear, available light, and a calm presence so the day never feels like a production.
Planning a wedding in San Antonio (or beyond)? Check availability.