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Ragan & Alex – Engagement Portraits in Sundance Square & Nature ParkFort Worth, Texas

October 31, 2017 Engagement

Ragan & Alex met at TCU and their love story has continued on for over 4 years and headed towards the altar next May! I can’t wait for their Fort Worth Zoo wedding – it is going to be amazing! These two are totally cute together and I love their smiles and how they just fit perfectly together no matter how I had them pose. Ragan is extra cute and has a super fashion sense – if you love any of her clothes from this session head on over to her boutique of Camp Bowie – Hulla B’Lu! For their session we did a little bit nature, a little bit city! It was the perfect vibe and I had a great time getting to know them and chat about their upcoming wedding – most excited, not going to lie – for some animal sightings during the wedding.

Congrats you two!

-Tracy

Allison & Allen – Rehearsal Dinner & Tea CeremonyBird Cafe, Fort Worth

May 10, 2017 Rehearsal

The night before Allison & Allen’s wedding at Marty Leonard Chapel and The Modern they were surrounded by friends and family for a rehearsal dinner and traditional tea ceremony at The Bird Cafe in Sundance Square. During the Tea Ceremony the couple shared with their grandparents, parents and aunts & uncles ways that they have encouraged or inspired them in marriage and life. It was so sweet to hear the things that Allison & Allen have learned living along side their wonderful families. These two are truly loved and in the wisdom they shared it was evident that they have soaked up much from their elders. At the end of the evening they welcomed all friends and family for welcome cocktails and we slipped away for a few quick rehearsal portraits on the square.

Lauren & Doug – Mini Engagement Session at Back Door Vintage Books in Fort Worth

October 6, 2015 Engagement

Sometimes our couples live far away and choose to have engagements done at home. We get that BUT we also LOVE getting to know our clients, camera in hand, to better prepare them and us for the wedding day. Getting to know you is so important in helping us create the type of images we are known for – authentic emotional moments. Lauren & Doug live in New York and had a fun session up there in Central Park but they also understood why getting to know me would help, so we got to planning. For their mini session we wanted to think a little outside of the box since they already did a session. Lauren and Doug both love books and she works in the library at an ad agency so we decided to explore a fabulous vintage book store in downtown Fort Worth. Thank you so much Back Door Books for allowing us into your space for a few minutes to create some fun and funky photos! I can’t wait to see these two again at Arlington Hall in Dallas next April.

-Tracy

Krista & Aaron – Wedding at First Christian Church with Reception at T&P Station

December 11, 2013 Ceremony

Krista and Aaron were married right before the Thanksgiving holiday. I’m excited to finally share these as the ice storm over the weekend got in my way of doing so earlier. These two prepared at The Omni before heading to First Christian Church in downtown Fort Worth for their wedding ceremony. It is a really pretty church that I haven’t been too for years so it was great to be back. The front is my favorite part and served as a beautiful backdrop for some bridal party photos and romantic images at night! After the I do’s and some very cold outside photos we were on to the reception at T&P Station. The T&P building is an amazing art deco style building and the most beautiful part is UP, if you ever visit look up because the ceiling is fabulous. To warm up from the cold we filled up on Blue Mesa morsels and danced to some killer country music by the Jeremy Powers Band. They were great, Jeremy sang all night, hardly ever took a break and the guests loved him! I loved watching Aaron spin Krista around the dance floor as his face lit up when he had her in his arms.

Krista & Aaron’s wedding day was made perfect by the following vendor team:

Event Elements – Kristyn Craig Hall – Planner

Jeremy Powers – Country Music Band

The Blushing Bride Boutique – Bride and Bridesmaids Attire

Enchanted Florist

Blue Mesa – Catering

Stephanie Nelson – Make Up

Pretty Little Style Dallas – Hair

Want to see more? Check out their wedding day highlights reel:

Jordan & Jonathan – Wedding at St Andrews with Reception at Fort Worth Club

June 17, 2013 Ceremony

We rounded off May with Jordan and Jonathan’s fun filled wedding night! They were married at St Andrew’s Episcopal Church in downtown Fort Worth where Jordan’s own parents were married. I love when couples are marry at a place with so much history and meaning for their families. After a beautiful ceremony and some awesome romantic images at the church we headed across the street to the always fabulous Fort Worth Club. The night was fun filled with some double dutch style dancing, some trash can beating and lots of love and smiles all around. It was a truly special night and we were so glad to be a part of it.

Jordan & Jonathan’s Wedding day was made perfect by the following professional team:

Turquoise Video

Tami Winn Events – Floral

The Brides Room – Wedding Gown

Bella Bridesmaid Dallas – Bridesmaid Attire

Moving Colors Band

Under The Tulip Salon – Hair and Make Up

See more in their wedding highlight slide show!

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Cassie & Lee – Wedding Celebration at Ashton Depot

June 12, 2013 Moments

After Cassie and Lee’s Louisiana wedding the next day back home in Fort Worth we celebrated with a party at the Ashton Depot! It was a fun and fabulous night filled with friends and lots of dancing. I know it was everything this couple wanted and more thanks to this amazing vendor team:

Tami Winn Events – Floral, Planning and Design

Ashton Depot – Venue and catering

Turquoise Video

Absolute Entertainment – Signed, Sealed, Delivered Band

Beyond – Lighting

Creme de la Creme – Cakes

Rent My Dust – Vintage Rentals

Creative Greenery of Dallas – Tree Rentals

Rebecca & Jason – Engagement Photos at Botanic Gardens and Sundance Square Fort Worth

May 15, 2013 Engagement

Rebecca and Jason are a match in every way. Jason’s sense of humor definitely caught Rebecca’s attention and I can see why. Together these two are not stop laughs and smiles. The ability to laugh together is necessary in a marriage and since they have that in spades I think they could overcome a lot of hard times and really enjoy the good. For their session we strolled the Botanic Gardens of Fort Worth before hitting up downtown near Sundance Square, the site of their first date. Jason kept her busy from dinner at La Cantina Laredo, ice cream and a comedy show that evening and I don’t think they have ever stopped. I can’t wait for their fall wedding ceremony and reception at City Club of Fort Worth!

Here are some more faves of mine from their Fort Worth Engagement Session Highlights reel:

Meghan & Cody {Engagement Portraits} Fort Worth Stockyards, downtown & herritage park

January 13, 2012 Engagement

Photographing Meghan & Cody’s engagement session a few weeks ago was incredible. They were sweet, silly and Cody is for sure head over heels for this darling girl. Meghan met Cody through his brother’s wife and I must say that she is one lucky girl to have such good friends! Their wedding this coming July at Bass Hall is going to be a hit with the best of Fort Worth for their vendor list. My good friend, Tami Winn, is their coordinator and helping them pull everything together. I can’t wait to photograph these two again. I have the best clients!

Mr & Mrs Robert Haslam – City Club Fort Worth Wedding

June 13, 2010 Weddings

Veronica & Robert were married last weekend and Sarah Rizy and I just had an amazing time with them. They had a mid-afternoon wedding at St Andrews Episcopal followed by a sit down dinner at City Club Fort Worth were everyone had a great time. I think by the end of the day we had all cried just a bit as it was such a touching day with beautiful and funny toasts, parent dances and just an amazing amount of love between these two families. Veronica and Robert were high school sweethearts and have been together about 8 years so it was most definitely a day all had looked forward to for a long time. Many of my couples have late afternoon and evening weddings but I always love early weddings as it allows for very different light through out the day. Because of the timing we had plenty of time to snag some photos outside the church and off Lancaster by a historic building before heading to the reception. We ended their day with a few photos as the sun was starting to set in a field in Fort Worth after the getaway. Then Robert whisked Veronica off to a secret location for their first night as husband and wife before heading out on their honeymoon. Here are some beautiful moments and romantics from their daytime wedding!

: Sarah Rizy captured both these amazing shots while I was out shooting the family formals. I love her for being so great and taking such amazing images of my couples.

: I love this park in down town Fort Worth so me and the guys strolled across the street for a few fun photos.

: Robert looked very handsome

: I love this church from the rafters to the great stained glass. Couldn’t ask for a better location.

: The ceremony was so pretty and elegant, just loved it!

: St Andrew’s Episcopal has such beautiful stain glass windows that we had to get a few of them into the romantics.

: I think they kised half a dozen times during the first dance and you know I am a fan of that!

: Just love the way he is holding her….ahhhh.

: This cute couple is how I met the Haslam’s! Veronica’s sister was in their wedding last year and I was the photographer. Thanks Holly & Michael for the referral and being so darn cute!

: These girls REALLY wanted it.

: Robert didn’t wait for a count and just went for it but Sarah Rizy was ready and got it anyways! Sometimes the grooms get a little zealous and don’t wait for directions. 🙂

: A last few photos before they were off to be alone and married!

Tablescapes and Trends for 2010 at City Club FW

March 23, 2010 Studio News

The ballroom at City Club look Fab with decor design by Tami Winn, lighting by Randal Stout Entertainment and dresses by Bliss Bridal

Earlier this month Lightly Photography & Tracy Autem Photography were so lucky to be a part of the fabulous Tablescapes & Trends of 2010 event at City Club of Fort Worth. This party featured the very best vendors, all of which we LOVE to work with! Featured here are some photos of the vendors amazing floral designs, decor ideas, cakes, lighting and of course the site itself! What fabulous people were showcased? If you are looking for any vendors for your upcoming wedding or party check out these links:

City Club Fort Worth

Tami Winn Events

Bliss Bridal

Celebrations Event Rental

Pea Pod Productions

Creme de la Creme

”Travis-Lee” and “Functions”

Randall Stout Entertainment

Weddings on the Boulevard

Its Your Night DJ

Turquoise Video Productions

Ducky Bob’s

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Kelly Norvell with Bridal Blooms

Looking for a down town indoor ceremony spot? City club has an amazing spot with a great view of down town. Decor and flowers by Tami Winn.

Floral by Tami Winn with some killer furniture by Celebrations Event Rental

Love the little birds used in the ceremony space. Made me think of the Lightly Photo bird! Decor by Tami Winn.

Table design by Travis Lee. Super fun. Why? I adore the eclectic feel to this design. It breaks away from the norm and has a ton of personality, just like this designer.

I like elephants so I had to show off this detail shot of Travis' design.

I love yellow. It is a color I wish more people would use for their weddings at is so bright and happy. Marla from Pea Pod Productions designed this cheery table which I adore for the different types of vases & flowers as well as the yummy lemons.

This design and the one below are both by Jordan Payne events. I love the rich colors of this one and the simple elegance below.

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A really neat idea for a couple that was married away but having a party here complete with weddng photos from thier beach destination and sea shells. By Weddings on the Boulevard

Yummy red cake by Creme de la Creme. We ALWAYS love workng with them.

Adorable flower girl basket by Kelly Norvell of Bridal Blooms

Bridal Bouquet by Kelly Norvell of Bridal Blooms

Love the Asian inspired theme of this table by Dayna. Subtle but present = perfection.

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Candy Bar by Tami Winn

Love the hollywood feel of the red and blue and the great lounge furntiure. Room design by Tami Winn, Lighting by Randall Stout and of course the ballroom is at City Club Fort Worth.

Do you want to really spice up the decor at your event? Furniture is a sure way to wow your guests. Celebration Event Rental has a wide selection of perfect furniture and other items for your party.

Signature after dinner drink anyone? Always loving the food and beverages at City Club!

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