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Oak Tree Ceremony & Candlelit Reception at The Houstonian

ByPhilip Thomas

Liz and Evan’s wedding was held beneath the majestic Texas Live Oak on The Meadow of The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa in Houston—believed to be 300 to 338 years old and anchoring the 27-acre property. This historic centerpiece provided an awe-inspiring backdrop for their day. Their evening reception in the Juniper room glowed with candlelight and authentic joy.

Working with this warm, down-to-earth couple was a pleasure. I’m grateful they entrusted me to capture the moments that made their wedding memorable.

Special thanks to veteran photographer Deji Osinulu, whose talent and collaboration helped tell Liz and Evan’s story beautifully.

Vendors:
Ceremony & Reception: The Houstonian Hotel
Wedding planner: Anne Cross with Blue Poppy Events
Photographer: Philip Thomas
Musicians: Divisi Strings
Bakers/Desserts: Susie’s Cakes
Caterer: The Houstonian Hotel
Entertainment: Gulf Coast Entertainment
Florist: Wanderie Floral Studio
Hairstylist: The Trellis Spa
Hair and makeup: Renee Gonzalez
Officant: Andrew Smith

As always, gear used:
Leica M11 + Lux 35mm
Leica M10-R + APO 50mm
Leica SL3-S + Elmar 21mm + 90 f2

  • Bride and attendant taking a selfie during getting ready at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Close-up detail of lace on the bride’s wedding dress at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Bride having her dress adjusted during getting ready at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Bride having her dress adjusted during getting ready at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Bridesmaids lifting the bride’s veil or train during getting ready at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Bride and bridesmaids raising glasses during a getting-ready toast at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Bride taps father on the shoulder for first look
  • Father seeing the bride indoors in an emotional wedding moment at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Groom kissing the bride on the cheek during an outdoor portrait at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Close-up of the bride’s shoulder and tattoo above her wedding dress.
  • In a comical moment, Bride and groom walking arm in arm outdoors at The Houstonian Hotel in Houston.
  • Outdoor ceremony photographed from behind a guest at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Bride and groom walking across a wooden bridge at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Black-and-white portrait of the bride and groom kissing outdoors.
  • Bride getting ready with bridesmaids by the window at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Black-and-white close-up of the bridemaid’s hands resting on her wedding dress.
  • Soft abstract close-up of the bride’s veil in motion.
  • Groom getting ready with help adjusting his boutonniere or lapel.
  • Wedding bouquet held in front of a dark dress outdoors at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Black-and-white image of the bride entering a car with her veil trailing behind.
  • Bride smiling beside with her father inside a car before the ceremony.
  • Bride stepping out of a car before the wedding at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Bride walking across the lawn with her veil flowing behind her at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Father of the bride gives away his daughter to the groom under the large oak tree
  • Outdoor ceremony scene with sunlight filtering through the trees at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Close-up of the bride’s dress and ceremony florals at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Groom standing at the outdoor ceremony at The Houstonian Hotel in Houston.
  • Wide view of the outdoor wedding ceremony beneath the trees at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Bride and groom walking together outdoors at golden hour at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Bride laughing with her bouquet during an outdoor portrait at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Guests embracing during the wedding reception at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Close-up of a musician playing upright bass during the reception.
  • Bride and groom standing together on a tree-lined path at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Black-and-white portrait of the bride and groom outdoors among the trees.
  • Bride and groom dancing together under the famous oak tree at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Bride and groom embracing outdoors beneath the trees at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Exterior view of couple entering The Houstonian Hotel in Houston on the wedding day.
  • Bride and groom descending a staircase at The Houstonian Hotel in Houston.
  • Exterior view of The Houstonian Hotel in Houston on the wedding day.
  • Bride and groom dancing together during their reception at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • Black-and-white close-up of hands during a wedding reception moment.
  • Wide view of the wedding reception ballroom at The Houstonian Hotel in Houston.
  • Bride reacting emotionally during a reception speech at The Houstonian Hotel.
  • A grandparent hugs his granddaughter bride at Houstonian Hotel wedding
  • Bride and groom dancing together in a black-and-white reception moment.
  • A couple share a kiss at Houstonian Hotel wedding
  • Guest dancing on the reception floor at The Houstonian Hotel in Houston.
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  • Houstonian Hotel wedding guests creating a train with bride leading the way
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  • People dancing and holding hands. Houstonian Hotel wedding
  • Emotional embrace at a wedding celebration.
  • Houstonian Hotel Couple dancing in elegant wedding venue.
  • Houstonian Hotel Couple celebrating with sparklers at night.
  • Couple kissing at outdoor wedding.
  • Nighttime scene with illuminated trees.

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