Oh my god, this shoot just sings to my soul! You will see why soon…

Robin and Andrew are two very down to earth wonderful people that I am so happy to have met. They are both architects whom have experienced amazing adventures around the world together. I am seriously jealous of these two! I think Chris and I are going to have to start planning some more adventures of our own soon…

They both had studied architecture school at A&M, but lost touch after graduation and didn’t even realize they were both living in Austin until one day, they randomly bumped into each other crossing the street at 6th and Lamar headed to a concert at Waterloo Records. So this is where our shoot begins!

Their engagement story is un-friggin believable! And (apart from my own on the Charles Bridge….love you babe!) is one of my favs. Andrew had been designing  the perfect engagement ring with a local jeweler that used stones and platinum from both of their families for about six months hoping it would be ready before they departed on their latest adventure to Africa. Unfortunately, it wasn’t quite ready yet and he would have to wait until they came back to pop the question. After a four day back packing trip through Malolotja Nature Reserve, on top of a mountain peak at sunset, Andrew couldn’t let the moment pass by. To quote their wedding website  ‘Andrew asked Robin to marry him and spend a lifetime of adventures together. Her response was a resounding, "of course!" He proposed with a woven silver and giraffe tail hair ring made by a local silver-smith.’ And when they returned home, she was given her engagement ‘bling’ I mean ring.

Robin got the best of both worlds! Good job Andrew!!!

While I would have love to revisit the mountain top in Africa with them for an engagement shoot, we settled on a little Austin adventure to some of its great native environments nearby.

Seriously, this is one good looking couple! 

And this is where my heart starts to melt and I let out a big sigh…oh how of love these next images. I can’t even express how much they make me feel the love between this couple…

Love you guys! I had the best time on this shoot. Can’t wait till the wedding in a few weeks! Big hugs!

Seriously, this was one steamy hot shoot! The Texas summer is full on here in Austin, and these amazing clients didn’t complain one bit. Luckily we were able to stay in the shade and work fast!

Jenny and Paco are good friends with another awesome couple whom recently got married. And these two are getting hitched on my 30th birthday this September in Puerto Rico. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate!

Our fist stop was Shoal Creek Park for a quick stroll along the path…this is a great place to go for a walk if you aren’t familiar. I loved Jenny’s red bohemian dress and her overall style. She is an amazing jewelry designer and I can’t wait to see her wedding ensemble she has picked for the beach front nuptials.

Okay, now even more fun. For the last part of the shoot, we headed downtown to Lanai, a venue where not only do these two frequent, but Paco occasionally showcases his DJ talents. And, I have been editing to his cool funky mixes a lot lately. They both have many fond memories here, being with each other and their friends. And so far, I am digging Paco’s location hook  ups. These two definitely know the good spots in downtown, I may have to get them to write a list out for me

Seriously, this spot is perfect for a summer cocktail!

I have also been playing a lot with light in my portraits lately, thanks to a certain amazing teacher! I have always used lighting at wedding receptions, but lately, I have been experimenting with speed lights more artistically in portraits. I think it adds a whole other dimension to a collection of photographs and keeps things unique. So, keep a look out, you’ll see me experimenting some more in the upcoming posts!

And of course one last one in front of the capitol! No one was hurt, nor was any traffic stopped during this shoot. We were quick!

When we wrapped up the shoot, Jenny and Paco were ready for a night out! I went home to hit the sack, they went out to hit the dance floor! You two were wonderful! I can’t wait for wedding in Puerto Rico, we are going to have an amazing time working together! Big hugs.

Amy has got to be the most inspirational momma to be I have ever met. When we got together for her shoot, she was discussing how she was going to her aerobics class the night before….she was due in 3 weeks! If this 8month pregnant little dynamo can get off the couch and work what her momma gave her, then so can I! I went out for a walk that very evening…didn’t quite feel like the same accomplishment. Anyway, Amy is sweet and wonderful and is going to be one awesome mom!

Anyway, I am so excited about these beautiful portraits…they are art pieces and I am so very happy that she will have these images to show her little girl someday and talk about how Amy was waiting for her little girl to arrive!

These two are my favs! I love the lighting and the atmosphere…she is quietly waiting, and has this peaceful aura about her.

I just love the look these two are giving each other…there are both just glowing with happiness!

I can’t wait to meet this little one! Congratulations Amy!

My baby sister just had the most gorgeous little girl…Madilyn Josephine, Maddy Jo, for short. What a sweetheart she it! She arrived Friday night at 7:50pm and was 9lbs 2oz and 20inches long. Which meant she was ready for cuddling straight away! And believe me, she especially loves her Aunt Jenny.

I was there on hand to document the story. Birth photography was hard work, but I am was honored to have been able to be there when Mandy first held Maddy in her hands, when my parents walked in the room and saw their first grandchild. I have been able to watch my father melt before my eyes and become absolutely smitten with Maddilyn…and he is not afraid to act a complete fool making cooing sounds and funny faces. Its wonderful and surreal to see how our family is growing and evolving, the dynamics changing.

The waiting was absolutely Killer!

The nurse arrived to let us know Maddy was here…came out kicking and screaming..she was ready to be out of there!

So then my mom was pacing up and down the hall way waiting for Michael to come out with the details!

He had brought Mandy’s iphone with him to the operating room and took her first picture!

The grandparents were very excited!

So the family waiting for a little while and I went back into the room to let Maddy have her first photo shoot…plus I wanted to to bond with my camera lens!

Then it was everyone’s turn to meet and hold our newest family member!Michael went back to fetch the family, and I had a quick cuddly with my new niece for the excitement started…because you know…I had to be busy photographing.

Check out daddy’s grin!

Chris took this picture of moi!

Want to see more! And everyone holding little Maddy…

Here is the slideshow and the story of her arrival into this wonderful world.

www.jennydemarco.com/slideshow/maddy

Happy birthday Maddy! Your Aunt Jenny loves you and we are going to have a great time together…I have tea parties and dress-up days in the works!

Here it is…what a beautiful ceremony set under a gorgeous grove of oak trees. Only in the hill country…sigh!

The band were good friends of the bride and groom.

Rachel’s dad was so cute…waiting for his little girl to come down those stairs. You could see the love and pride in his face.  

You can just feel everyone’s excitement and joy!

It just melts my heart when I see grooms are so in love with their brides.

They had a beautiful ceremony. Instead of the unity candle they mixed red and white wine. And the minister read from Rachel’s grandmothers bible which has been in their family for over 50 years and has been read at all their family weddings. Her grandmother writes the date and who was married on the inside cover for each wedding…and will add Rachel and Phillip next to this very cool family record.

Their friend, Sara Overall, had wrote a song and performed it during their ceremony. It was beautiful and personal, everything I love about great weddings.

Next…its bride and groom picture time! I can’t stress enough how important it is to carve out a good chunk of time for bride and groom portraits!

Now….lets go party! Seriously…their reception was awesome!

Check the details!

Check out the little flower girls face…she just thinks Rachel and Phillip and Cinderella and Prince Charming!

The food was incredible…it was a pasta bar. You could choose…chicken, shrimp or sausage…then you chose your fixin’s …sun dried tomatoes, grilled peppers, roasted vegetable, mushrooms, sautéed spinach…it was all there! Finally you picked your pasta…linguini or penne and the sauce, marinara or alfredo! Yummo!!! Everyone got what they wanted.

And then it was time to Dance! This couple embraced Austin’s wonderful music scene with both a awesome DJ and band. This was such a fun party and I know all of their guests were enjoying the event. A few of the bridesmaids sand along with the band during the first dance. Phillip even sang a little number for his sweetheart. What a night to remember…these two know how to entertain!

Finally, the exit through the bubbles…I know Rachel was super excited about running through this scene…it fit her personality to a T. 

Congratulations you two! It was such an honor and pleasure being a part of this momentous day. May you both have a lifetime of love and laughter ahead! Big hugs to you both!

Some of the awesome vendors:

Venue: Memory Lane Event Center

Caterer: Dagar’s Catering

Flowers: Pure Elegance

Cake: The Sweet Stuff – Michelle Matthews

Ceremony Singer: Sara Overall

DJ: DJ Starsign

Band:  Deadman