Mariachi band performing at wedding ceremony San Fernando Cathedral

Wedding Ceremony at San Fernando Cathedral + Reception at St. Anthony Hotel, San Antonio

ByPhilip Thomas

Wedding Ceremony at San Fernando Cathedral + Reception at St. Anthony Hotel, San Antonio
A few favorite moments from Cynthia and Anthony’s elegant celebration a couple of weeks ago. An amazing couple and an incredible team of vendors!

We started the day in the Starlight Suite on the 10th floor of the St. Anthony with the beautiful Cynthia surrounded by her close-knit group of friends and family. The afternoon ceremony took place at the historic San Fernando Cathedral, just a short walk from the hotel, and afterward we made our way back to enjoy a stylish cocktail hour and reception. Time to celebrate!
Big thanks to planner Diana Boucher, my second shooter Christian Margain, and talented videographer Kara Ward.

With every wedding, I go in with an open mind and a sense of childlike wonder — treating it like a creative playground. My goal is always to capture the soul of the day as a documentary photographer — the real, raw emotions and authentic moments as they unfold through my lens.

Ceremony: San Fernando Cathedral
Reception: The St.Anthony Hotel
Wedding Planner: Diana Boucher
Hair & Makeup: L’Atelier Beauty
Band: Jordan Kahn Company
Video: Films by Kara
Photo: Philip Thomas Photography
Cake: Cathy Young
Florist: Elizabeth Moore Designs
Transport: Elegant Transportration
Mariachis: Mariachi Azteca
Catering: The RK Group
Cocktail Music: Manhattan Band Jazz Trio

For readers interested in gear used:
Cameras: Leica M11 + 50mm Summicon APO f2 + M10R + 90mm Summicron f2
Cameras: Leica SL3-S + 35mm f2 Summicron-SL
Cameras: Leica SL3-S + 21mm Elmarit-M
Nikon D780 + 200-500mm

Elegant interior with two men conversing.
Bridesmaids preparing for wedding ceremony.
Bridal preparation in elegant setting.
Child in white dress getting ready
Bride preparing near window reflection.
Bridal party preparing for ceremony.
Bride preparing with reflection in mirror
Bride in elegant white dress.
Bridal party preparing in elevator.
Bride arriving at elegant hotel entrance.
Bride in elegant wedding dress, bouquet.
Bride in elegant white wedding dress.
Elegant wedding shoes stepping out.
Bride in limousine with bouquet.
Bride and bridesmaids in limousine.
Couple preparing for wedding ceremony.
Couple embracing during wedding ceremony.
Bride in elegant wedding dress waiting.
Elegant wedding ceremony in cathedral.
Wedding ceremony at San Fernando Cathedral
Wedding ceremony in a beautiful church.
Couple holding hands during ceremony.
Wedding ceremony in beautiful cathedral setting.
Bridal party during wedding ceremony.
Couple holding hands during ceremony.
Couple holding hands during ceremony
Wedding guests in formal attire gathering.
Mariachi band performing outside cathedral
Wedding ceremony at cathedral entrance.
Wedding ceremony outside historic cathedral.
Bride and groom sharing a kiss.
Bride and groom in limousine interior.
Elegant hotel entrance with limousine.
Couple sitting together, reflections visible.
Three girls playing in hotel lobby.
Two boys playing chess indoors.
Elegant wedding reception with guests mingling.
Girl in dress interacts with dog.
Elegant wedding reception with guests celebrating.
Bride and groom entering reception venue.
Elegant wedding reception with chandeliers.
Couple toasting at elegant wedding reception.
Bride with wedding cake and guests.
Elegant wedding ceremony with floral decorations.
Couple dancing at elegant wedding reception.
Guests dancing at wedding reception.
Children and adults dancing joyfully together.
Bride surrounded by musicians celebrating
Couple dancing joyfully at wedding.
Live band performing at wedding reception.
Celebration at wedding reception stage.
Couple kissing at wedding reception.
Couple celebrating with guests indoors.
Brass band playing at wedding reception.

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