Randi and Josh engaged! Austin Engagement Photography. / December 14, 2015 by Melanie Grizzel

Randi and Josh wanted to retrace old steps through their first neighborhood and Saturday morning haunts. Breakfast tacos at Con Madre Taco Truck and bike ride through Stacy Park. It was a welcome afternon for these lovebirds as they travers a short time of long distance before their wedding next year.

Austin original, husband and wife wedding photography team based in Central Tx. We specialize in documentary style wedding photography for couples who seek a unique, colorful and timeless look for their wedding photos. With experience in Advertising and Editorial Photography and Design we bring a unique perspective to Wedding Photography, Bridal Photography, Engagement Photography, and Boudoir Photography as well as Custom Wedding Invitation Design. If you’re looking for the bold, fearless and the Best Wedding Photographer in Austin Tx, you found the right team! Available for destination wedding photography worldwide.

Bernadette and Leo Rainy Day wedding at Hacienda del Lago / July 30, 2015 by Melanie Grizzel

Bernadette and Leo's wet windy wedding at Hacienda del Lago Not even a Tornado can slow down this family's celebration. a Beautiful example of plans changing and a couples will to make the very best of it. Who cares, when you married at the end!

Thao -N- John / An Austin Wedding at the Hummingbird House / July 5, 2015 by Melanie Grizzel

from Thao and John:

I suppose it was about the time I realized my wedding would be less of a Grace Kelly affair, and something a bit closer to My Big Fat Greek Wedding, when I started to really enjoy my day. All the little, silly details start to blur into a vaseline lens view, and you realize all the things important. That's when I was not only excited to marry my lifetime lover, but when I fell in love with my friends and family all over again. My fondest memories of my wedding are seeing my friends and family gather in full force to help fold napkins while singing railroad songs, drive newly make-up'd bridal parties in un-air-conditioned minivans, aunts (well, one in particular) charging into the changing room just because she deserved to be there, uncles with cameras wielded more boisterously than the most seasoned paparazzi, cousins who were supposed to be guests instead transform into freelance wedding coordinators. That's when you realize how much love surrounds you, that people you love so much are so willing to sacrifice time and distance away from their busy lives, Mother's day and birthdays put on hold, just to be with you and help you, to celebrate you and the love of your life. And then, of course, there's my husband. Who stood at the end of the aisle, crying like a newborn babe. That was my absolute favorite part of the wedding--seeing that one person you want to be with most on this Earth, wanting the very same thing. It brings me to tears again just thinking of our wonderful vows. There were butterflies. Not like in Disney movies, but real live butterflies floating in the air as we uttered lifelong promises to each other in front of those friends and family we hold dearly. The wedding day was a blur, but the bits and pieces that I keep are some of the most valuable I have, and I will treasure them for as long as we both shall live.

Thao says:

Oh how do I count the ways?! Mel can do no wrong in my eyes. While still awaiting my wedding pictures, I have NO RESERVATIONS about recommending her over and over and over again (and in fact, already spread her gospel amongst my newly engaged friends). Why? Because she is talent incarnate. And a lot of fun. But her talent and fun are only icing on a massive, moist cake of professionalism. Her work is absolutely incredible--our engagement pictures were fun, unique, and vibrant with life and love. She was flexible, yet inspired throughout, and took our ideas and made it her own. I LOVED our engagement pictures and the three wedding shots I've seen--especially because I was a bit camera-shy with some self-doubt. She made it all go away with a few camera flashes, and has the uncanny ability of seeing (and capturing) the beauty in anyone, regardless of how long she's known you. She's willing to try new ideas and methods, yet experienced enough to know what looks best. She is reliable, timely and responsive. She guides without being overbearing--hell, she even talked me down during my one bridezilla moment when the family was pulling me here and there during family photo time in a cathedral veil under the Texan sun (think Hatfields and McCoys, except both factions come from my side of the family). She is truly a gem--while everyone else makes you feel like you're just another bride-cog in the wedding-machine, Mel actually made me feel beautiful on the most important day to feel beautiful. And for that memory and keepsake? I'm forever grateful...

Wedding Venue, Coordination, Catering and Cake – Nichole Rogerson - Hummingbird House / WeddingPhotography – She-N-He Photography and Design / Catering - Bittersweet/ Laura Eliel / DJ - Strat Kat DJ / Hair and Make-up – Little Orchard Salon / Cellist – Keith Nguyen / Violinist - Thomas Macgregor / Flowers – Gala Gals / Wedding Cake - Erin's Cakes / Officiant – Gibran Mancus / Babysitting - Fairy Godsitters

Jamie -N- Zach / Austin Pease Park Engagement Session / April 21, 2015 by Melanie Grizzel

Jamie and Zach, newly minted Austinites, choose Pease Park and other Austin local hotspots for their Engagement Photography Session.

After Zach broke his hand on a motorcycle, he met Jamie while under going hand therapy in VA. Since they had spent so much time together he just had to ask her out once he was done and she'd restored his hand. While she had laughed him off in the moment, thankfully her girlfriends called him for her and rest is history. It was love at 27th site! Recent DC transplants the couple is really enjoying what Austin has to offer and making their new MARRIED life here together. For their engagement session they wanted to take a little Austin home with them so they chose My Butter Half Wall and the Graffiti Wall at Castle Hill and we ended our session at Pease Park. It was a gorgeous day! Their wedding will take place early summer 2016 in DC, among the beautiful pink flowy cherry blossoms.

She-N-He, an Austin original, husband and wife wedding photography team based in Central Tx. We specialize in documentary style wedding photography for couples who seek a unique, colorful and timeless look for their wedding photos. With experience in Advertising and Editorial Photography and Design we bring a unique perspective to Wedding Photography, Bridal Photography, Engagement Photography, and Boudoir Photography as well as Custom Wedding Invitation Design. If you’re looking for the bold, fearless and the Best Wedding Photographer in Austin Tx, you found the right team! Available for destination wedding photography worldwide.

Erica -N- Alan / Chapel Dulcinea Wedding Photography / Austin Wedding Photographer / April 8, 2015 by Melanie Grizzel

"...at the end of the day you are married, and the wedding was perfect!"

From the Bride - I remember the afternoon of the wedding pulling up to the venue and having to hide under my sister’s pashmina because guests were walking right by the car. Of course my uncle saw me and started laughing and pointing me out to other guests! Finally once we were in line to walk into the chapel, the musicians began playing the most beautiful rendition of “Concerning Hobbits” from the Lord of the Rings Soundtrack and I finally felt excited instead of just ready to get it over with. Fast forward to the reception, I was happy to see my new husband and guests having a great time. While there were plenty of hiccups in the planning process, both Alan and I had a great time with all the different people in our lives coming together and celebrating. Seeing my 80-something year old Grandma jamming to our ragtag bluegrass band was pretty heartwarming, too :) I feel like I should add a disclaimer here: I feel like there is a lot of pressure on brides to orchestrate the most perfect and flawless day. My advice is to let it go. Flowers will get knocked over, people will get drunk, someone might still be hung up on your pink wedding dress and non-diamond engagement ring and will choose your reception to remind you of this, and you may get stuck in your Spanx and nearly have to cut it off at the hotel that night, but if at the end of the day you are married, the wedding was perfect!

From the Groom - Once "Concerning Hobbits" started playing I almost choked up. Luckily both of us maintained composure through the whole ceremony (I'm an ugly crier). It was just so exciting to take my new wife's hand and walk down the aisle together after ringing the chapel bell. After Mel took some shots of the party, family and us newlyweds, we headed back to the Barn for the reception. Our families and friends did an amazing job of decorating-- my grandpa even made custom etched pine centerpieces for all of the tables. Once we arrived for the reception it moved incredibly fast. Damon, my best man, and Thomas, our mutual friend who introduced us, both had great speeches which doubled as passable stand up routines. Our friends from school also brought fiddles, guitars, banjos and mandolins for some live music out on the patio. Probably the most memorable moment of the night was when they had Erica and I to join them on the washboard and wash-tub bass for an impromptu jam session.

Thanks to all of these wonderful Austin Wedding Vendors

Ceremony Location - Chapel Dulcinea / Austin Wedding Photographers - She-N-He / Reception Location - The Barn at Bell Springs / Flowers Fifty Flowers and frantically created flower arrangements the night before the wedding by myself, my bridesmaids and matron of honor, my brother and his girlfriend, groomsman Thomas, and Alan and my mothers / Catering - TacoDeli / Wedding Cake: Crema Bakery and Café, owned and operated by the talented Jessica Forkner / Wedding dress and fluffy cape: BHLDN / Bridesmaid dresses - ModCloth / Shoes: Steve Madden (from Zappos) / Flower crown - DIYed by Bridesmaid Julia Ermlich / Makeup: done by myself (memorable moment, getting both eyeliner wings to match, which rarely happens for me. I took this as a good omen) / Rings - Specimentals on Etsy / Music - Barton Strings / Officiant - Rev. Gary Herbst.

She-N-He, an Austin original, husband and wife wedding photography team based in Central Tx. We specialize in documentary style wedding photography for couples who seek a unique, colorful and timeless look for their wedding photos. With experience in Advertising and Editorial Photography and Design we bring a unique perspective to Wedding Photography, Bridal Photography, Engagement Photography, and Boudoir Photography as well as Custom Wedding Invitation Design. If you're looking for the bold, fearless and the Best Wedding Photographer in Austin Tx, you found the right team! Available for destination wedding photography worldwide.

Angela -N-Greg / Vista West Ranch Wedding / Austin Wedding Photographer / December 8, 2014 by Melanie Grizzel

Vista West Ranch Wedding Photography, Dripping Springs Wedding Photography, Austin Weddings, Coordinate This, lacy bridal gown, backless wedding dress, bride and groom posing together in the setting sunlight, peaceful, Outdoor wedding, nature Angela -N- Greg

Vista West Ranch - fall of 2014

We had an absolute blast at our wedding. What we wanted was a special day to celebrate with our friends that fully matched our personalities and would leave our friends and family thinking "Yep, that's exactly what I would have pictured for Angela and Greg." We wanted it to be personal more than perfect, so we just planned with that in mind, without trying to compete with elaborate Pinterest ideas, other weddings we'd been to, or flawless wedding blog posts. We had an extremely talented friend do the ceremony music, we had a cookie cake (complete with the Cookie Monster song during the cake cutting) along with Amy's Ice Cream, we had Buc-ee as our cake topper (who in Texas doesn't love Buc-ees?), we had fajitas for dinner, and we had our dog as the ring bearer. The most memorable parts of the day for me were the flower girl (my niece) going back to the aisle mid-ceremony to pick up the flowers she had dropped along the aisle on the way in and my dad's toast at the beginning of the reception (had people crying, then laughing, the crying again). The best advice I have for a couple planning their wedding is to not get wrapped up in the planning and everyone else's ideas and expectations for the event. Don't let anyone convince you that you care more about a certain aspect than you actually do (I promise no one even remembers that didn't go with fancy china at the wedding). Just think about the two of you as a couple, plan your day to enjoy it, and remember that it's the life ahead of you that's the most important part!

Venue – Vista West Ranch / Coordinator - Coordinate This / Officiant - Chaplain Larry Todd / Photographer – She-N-He Photography and Design / Catering –Pappa's Catering / DJ– Complete Music / Wedding Cake - Sweet ATX / Flowers - Petal Pushers / Ceremony Music - Pheobe Hunt

She-N-He Austin Wedding Photography and Design specializes in making your day…YOURS. We capture your wedding just the way you see it. We’re a husband and wife team with backgrounds in Graphic Design/Art Direction and Commercial/Editorial Photography respectively. We bring to you a unique perspective that is romantic, modern and timeless and 15 years experience shooting all over the world. Call us and tell us all about your big day. We’re listening. 512-351-9314. We also service San Antonio, Dallas, New York City, and any and all remote destination locations.

The Poshes / Anniversary Photography Session / Austin Family Photographer / November 23, 2014 by Melanie Grizzel

The Poshes, 3 years later, almost to the day. Happy Anniversary! and a short family session.

Sam -N- Evan / Pecan Grove at the Salt Lick / Driftwood, Tx Wedding Photography / October 21, 2014 by Melanie Grizzel

Venue – Pecan Grove at the Salt Lick /Coordinator – Heather Sorenson at Vintage and Lace / Photographer – She-N-He Photography and Design / Invitation - She-N-He Photography and Design / Floral – Petals Ink / Catering – Cake – Salt Lick / Officiant - Rabbi Monty Eliasov / Make-up – Maris Malone Calderon / Band - Hotcakes / Wedding Cake and Chocolates - wedding favors - Tumbador Chocolate

Joyce -N- Joshua / Hacienda del Lago Wedding Photography / Austin Wedding Photographer / June 24, 2014 by Melanie Grizzel

From Joyce and Joshua:

From the moment we got engaged, there was one thing we were certain of: the wedding had to be simple and it had to be laid back, just like our style. Yes, there were certain elements we had to have, but at the same time it would be completely representative of our unique, easy-going personalities. We chose the stunning outdoor location at Hacienda Del Lago and secured Suellen at Everything's Possible to coordinate. Over the next year, we decided on the essentials and selected Fresh Off The Truck food truck to cater, the super-excellent Mel from She-n-He Photography, JR Digital Video to record thoughtful video of the entire day and Marquee Linens to provide simple, yet elegant linens. Eric from Penguin Entertainment kept the party going with his great music selections and ability to read the crowd.

In the end, everything turned out better than we could have hoped for. We're extremely happy we chose the vendors we did, because they were able to tailor everything to match our styles and made sure the day embodied us completely. We couldn't have done it without them. The only thing I would have done differently is I wouldn't have stressed over the decorations as much; because when the day was over, everyone was there to have a good time and not critique the decor.

Venue/Coordinator – Suellen - Everything's Possible (Hacienda del Lago) / Photographer – She-N-He Photography and Design / Wedding Venue – Hacienda del Lago / Floral – Etsy - Maid of Honor! / Catering – Fresh off the Truck / Videographer – ReLife Films / DJ – Penguin Entertainment / Rentals – Marquee

Elizabeth -N- Kenneth / San Marcos Engagement Photographer / June 3, 2014 by Melanie Grizzel

Elizabeth and Kenneth both came to San Marcos for school, met, fell in love and never left. We met up in San Marcos for their spring engagement session and hit a few of their favorite spots.

Elizabeth and Kenneth

San Marcos, Tx Engagement Photography

Ana -N- Brenden / Couple portrait - Just Because / Georgetown Engangament Photographer / May 20, 2014 by Melanie Grizzel

Ana Farish -N- Brenden

Engagement Photography near Georgetown, Tx

Ashley -N- Jeremy / Stonehouse Villas Wedding / Driftwood Wedding Photographer / May 13, 2014 by Melanie Grizzel

Ashley -N- Jeeremy

from Ashley:

While trying to be the laid back, under controlling, collected "bridezilla!" It was important to us that we got everything we hoped for! The idea for the wedding was for it to act as our first family reunion with all of our Best friends of course!! We strived to do everything out if the box! When we first saw Stonehouse Villa we knew it would be the perfect place for everyone to forget about everything and let loose. Christina was incredible. She was always on top of my multiple ( and I mean MULTIPLE) emails. All of our vendors were nothing short of amazing. Kassie from Catering with a Twist certainly made sure the food wasn't your typical wedding menu, but a plate of spicy Mexican food! Jason from Altared weddings made sure that someone's foot was tapping to the music from beginning to end. Jason Freshly our wonderful coordinator was my best friend for 48 hours.

Then there's Melanie from She-n-He photography. I've already decided that we are best friends. When Jeremy and I met her, she was perfect. Her enthusiasm made me that much more excited. We gave her no restrictions. It's strange, for a year or so, we had these great ideas for certain photos, but as it got closer and everything started to happen we lost them. Yet, all it took was a cup of coffee (or three!) with Melanie and she just understood us. She knew what we were looking for just by hearing us chit-chat. it was effortless.

You spend all this time wondering how this possibly is going to work out. The worry, the anxiety, the stress, all of that goes away when you see each other.

Venue/Coordinator – Jason Freshly / Photographer – She-N-He Photography and Design / Wedding Venue – Stonehouse Villa / Floral cotton – Etsy / Babies Breath and extras – Central Market / Catering – Catering with a Twist / Cake – Catering with a Twist /

Debi -N- Tom / Travaasa Resort Wedding / Austin Wedding Photographer / April 28, 2014 by Melanie Grizzel

Debi -N- Tom

The very first wedding at Travaasa! Thanks to the Simplifiers, ILD lighting, Rosehip Flora, and a lovely and delicious cake from Coco Paloma. Glamorous, sun kissed fall wedding! Debi and Tom are lovely folks and energetic revelers, as they dances their tooshies off to rhythm and blues all night long!

Coordinator - Dani Viveros - The Simplifier / Photographer – She-N-He Photography and Design / Wedding Venue – Travaasa / Catering – Travaasa/ Flowers –Rosehip Flora / Lighting – ILD Lighting / Wedding Cake – Coco Palomo / Officiant – Spirit Set Free / Cocktail hour acoustic strings - Hill Country Strings / Band - The Fly Band - Nancy Fly - 512-288-2023 / Rentals - Marquee Rents

Cassie -N- Brenden / Camp Lucy Wedding / Austin Wedding Photography / January 23, 2014 by Melanie Grizzel

Cassie -N- Brenden

Camp Lucy, Dripping, Tx

Have a look at their engagement session we did at Whataburger the week before!

Coordinator – Brass Tacks Events / Photographer – She-N-He Photography and Design / Wedding Venue – Campy Lucy / Hair - Michelle Weber / Catering – Southern's Fine Dining

Courtney -N- Greg / Mueller Farmers Market Engagement Session / Austin Engagement Photographer / December 11, 2013 by Melanie Grizzel

Courtney -N- Greg

Mueller Farmer's Market Engagement Session

Austin Engagement Photography

Kimberly -N- Gabe / Plantation House Wedding Photography / Austin Wedding Photographer / November 14, 2013 by Melanie Grizzel

Kimberly -N- Gabe

Plantation House - Pflugerville, Texas

From the Groom: My breath was literally taken away when I saw my beautiful bride for the first time that day walking down the aisle.

From the bride: It was the most significant day of our lives - when two best friends became united as one in front of God and everyone we love.

I have never been so happy as I was that day when I became his wife.

Kimberly -N- Gabe – An Evening under the stars wedding at Plantation House - Pflugerville, Tx

Venue/Coordinator – Plantation House / Photographer – She-N-He Photography and Design / Officient - Paster Eric Hoehn - (512) 992-9987/ Videographer - Capital Wedding Video / Make-up – Erica Gray / Floral Design – The Gala Gal / Catering – Culinary Delights / Cake – Sweet Treats Bakery / DJ – GGC Productions / Harpist - Angelic Strings / Mariachi Band - Marichi Suroeste - (512) 665-5737 / Car - Austin Black Car Service /

Saturday Family Mini-Sessions / Austin Family Photographer / November 13, 2013 by Melanie Grizzel

This year we did three family mini sessions on Saturday and I knew every family that came by - it's so nice to watch these families grow. Little Vincent is way into monster trucks this year, and now he has an active independent sister who was just a tiny baby last time we met. Then came Lindsey and Marcos. I photographed their engagement, wedding, Charlie's infant session, a family session a year ago and then again this last Saturday, so we've been together a long time. Ben is just as crazy as ever but Charlie's growing up to be quite the old man ;) And lastly, of course, Emily and Blake who married last December came out for a holiday session with their fur babies. It was the first time we've ever met but they were very well-behaved. This industry is so different from any other. You get the rare opportunity to be with the same folks at different intervals in their lives and it's nice to genuinely love what you do and who you do it for! Thank you all for coming out on a chilly morning in November. Happy Holidays!

Holiday Mini Portrait Session

Austin, Tx

Megan -N- Carl / Travis Heights Engagement Session / Austin Engagement Photography / November 7, 2013 by Melanie Grizzel

Megan and Carl are like a couple of honeymooners already, crazy for each other and just can't keep their hands off ;) I LOVE it! They will be host and hostess at the sweetest intimate wedding just two days after Christmas at Green Pastures. We photographed their engagement session in their little neighborhood in Travis Heights. Megan made sure they were coordinated in dress and it looks good. They have a brand new baby kitten that was all the rage when I arrived, so we nabbed a few frames even though it was not necessarily on the wish list of papa bear. Thank you guys, it was lovely working with you so far. See you soon!

Megan -N- Carl - Travis Heights Engagement Session

Austin, Tx

Lauren -N- Chris / Green Pastures Wedding / Austin Wedding Photography / October 29, 2013 by Melanie Grizzel

Lauren -N- Chris - Green Pastures - brunch wedding in early September

from Lauren:

Chris and I met while working in the same courthouse in Austin, Texas, which is why it just felt right to have the judge who Chris worked for marry us at Green Pastures nearly 5 years to the day we first met. It made the wedding even more special to have our friends play the ceremony music, including "Across the Universe," when I walked down the aisle. There were so many special moments throughout the day, but the best part was just getting to celebrate with so many friends and family all in one place.

Lauren-N-Chris - Green Pastures Brunch wedding

Venue/Coordinator – Green Pastures / Photographer – She-N-He Photography and Design / Floral Design – Photosynthesis / Catering – Green Pastures / Cake – Green Pastures / Jazz Trio - Danielle Reich / Hair & Make-up - Rae Cosmetics

Jennifer -N- Danny / McKinney State Park / Austin Engagement Photographer / September 26, 2013 by Melanie Grizzel

Jennifer -N- Danny met at a New Years Eve party several years ago when Danny was poised to move to Portland. It was one of those nights that only happens in a John Hughes movie. Throughout the long evening, every conversation growing stronger and deeper drawing them closer than they ever realized. This is how I imagine that night ;) They both love camping and Danny loves prize fighting. We decided on a camping theme for their engagement session since we thought prize fighting might give the wrong impression ;) They suggested McKinney State Park and I was thrilled because I hadn't been there so it was all new stuff to photograph - very inspiring!

I'm so excited for their Barr Mansion Tuesday wedding this fall. It's going to be a blast with these two love birds!