Austin Wedding Photography | Austin Wedding Photographer Shannon Cunningham

Tag Archives: Austin Wedding Photography

Detail of the Week: Anniversary Wine Bottle ‘Guest Books’: Austin Wedding Photographer

I am currently working on David and Elise’s wedding album and I remembered their super cute ‘sign in bottles’. This wedding was so fun. People from New Orleans just know how to have a good time.

These two had their guests sign bottles that had 1, 5 and 10 years on them. They planned to drink the wine on those anniversaries and then keep the bottles.

I love this. I am coming up on my 10 year anniversary next year (seriously??!!) and I think it would be so fun to have a nice bottle of wine and reminisce about the people at our wedding.

Find the other Detail of the Week posts HERE or just sort by the Detail of the Week category.

Shannon Cunningham is an Austin, Texas Wedding and Portrait photographer.

View full post »

Tags: Austin Wedding Photographer, Austin Wedding Photography, Austin Wedding Trends, Wedding guest book ideas

Elizabeth + Martin: Wildflower Center Wedding: Austin Wedding Photographer

You can always tell when I haven’t blogged in a while. Generally, I start the post talking about how I haven’t blogged in a while (check!) and then the post is massive because I get excited (check!).

Elizabeth and Martin are two delightful souls that couldn’t be a better match. They have a calm and warm presence that made working with them such a pleasure. Martin also has a wickedly dry sense of humor that kept me on my toes. They met in running class (at Rogue running, a program which I have also trained with and loved – highly recommended) and the rest is history. You’ll see a really cute nod to how they met in their exit – make sure you make it to the end of the post. They had an amazing wedding at the Ladybird Johnson Wildflower center. I remember when we first met, Elizabeth told me how they didn’t want to fight with the natural beauty of the Wildflower Center. They decorated with bright and soft pinks. It was a cheerful pop of color against the stone and greenery. So pretty.

Bethany and her team from 36th Street Events made sure the day ran smoothly as always. Thanks so much for your help wonderful ladies. You make my job easier.

The love and happiness from all of the family friends in attendance made this a very special day to be a part of. Thank you Elizabeth and Martin for having me along.

A cutie of a little girl that is very special to Martin and Elizabeth. Pie lollipops! Yes, please. A wishing well! Yes! Such a great idea for the pond. Thank you fabulous, golden, sunset lighting. I mean…I die. I Love. This was all them, by the way. Cowbells and ribbon wands were given to the guests for the exit. Elizabeth and Martin dashed to the finish line (aka getaway car) wearing adorable custom racing bibs. Venue: Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center

Coordinator: Bethany and team from 36th Street Events

Second Shooter: Scott Stater

Floral: Posey

Catering: Primizie

Cake: Coco Paloma

View full post »

Tags: 36th Street Events, Austin Wedding Photography, Bethany Childress Hanson, coco paloma, finish line exit at weddings, pie lollipops, posey events, primizie, Wildflower Center Wedding, Wildflower center wedding photos

Detail Of The Week: Wedding Notebook

I love this one!

Lee and Lindsay’s lovely wedding at Kali Kate Farms in Buda had so many personal touches. On each table, there was a small notebook (in the shades of the wedding colors) and on various pages, Lindsay had stamped questions like “Where did you travel from?” “Tell us a love story” “What’s your favorite wedding memory?”

By the end of the evening, they had books full of joyful notes from friends and family. What a treasure.

Shannon Cunningham is an Austin, Texas wedding and portrait photographer.

View full post »

Tags: Austin Wedding Photographer, Austin Wedding Photography, green spring weddings in Austin, Kali Kate Farm Wedding, Kali Kate Horse farms, Kali Kate Wedding Photography

Detail Of The Week : Austin Wedding Photographer

I love wedding details. You are all so creative and unique and every wedding has something new and inspiring for me to photograph (and drool over – if I ever do a vow renewal, it will be the most blinged-out-detail-fest.)

So as the busy spring season winds down for me, I’d like to start highlighting some of the incredible details I see. Lots of times, they make the blog post, but not always, so I’d like to show more of them. It could be a bouquet, or shoes, or cool favor – just some fun Friday eye candy for you.

First up, a small but awesome detail from Cassie and Sam’s wedding at Vista West Ranch (big blog post coming once I’m back from my trip). The trend lately has been kinda vintage, kinda shabby chic and I love that look, but I do love a bit of glamour now and then.

Check out Cassie’s gorgeous, long, dangly, sparkly earrings! Way to bring the bling!

Shannon Cunningham is an Austin, Texas wedding and portrait photographer.

View full post »

Tags: Austin Wedding Photography, Vista West Ranch Wedding, Wedding Details

Lindsay + Lee: Austin Wedding Photography

Lindsay and Lee were married at the beautiful Kali Kate Farms in Buda. While the weather didn’t cooperate for an indoor ceremony, I really think it worked out for the best. The indoor candlelit ceremony was so romantic and the cool breezes made it feel like early spring rather than a Texas summer.

Plus these two are delightful to be around. I’ve been looking forward to this wedding since I met them. They radiate fun and love and joy and so did all of their guests.

I loved how this wedding was a family collaboration. The salsa favors were handmade from a recipe of Lindsay’s Dad, Mom did all the floral and personal touches were everywhere. It was a wonderful day to be a part of. Thanks for having me.

Edited to add! I forgot to thank my wonderful second shooter Tali for helping me out!! Thanks Tali!

So here is the bright spot to having a thunderstorm blow through on your wedding day – you get the most amazing evening skies…

View full post »

Tags: Austin Wedding Photographer, Austin Wedding Photography, Kali Kate Farm Wedding, Spring Wedding

Elise + David: Austin Wedding Photography

David & Elise!!

This was such a fun wedding. The reception was so rollicking that I almost ditched my camera to join in. People from New Orleans are fun, y’all.

Elise is also one of the most animated people (and probably the most animated bride) that I have ever met. Adorable. I hadn’t met David prior to the wedding day but he did not disappoint. He is a joy. These two have such a lovely, easy way with one another. It’s like they’ve been together forever and it was a treat for me to spend the day with them and their guests.

Thanks to my always fabulous second shooter Tali and thanks to David & Elise! You are going to have such a wonderful life together!

First look – have I mentioned to you that no one ever regrets doing this?

The ceremony was held at St. Ignatious south of town. It was a really beautiful ceremony.

The reception was held at the always lovely Green Pastures.

This is why I must shoot weddings in New Orleans someday or just more weddings of New Orleans-ians. The Second Line dance! What a way to get the party started! Umbrellas! Handkerchiefs! A big dance line all around the room!