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Christine & Andrew – Engagement Photos at Dallas Arboretum & White Rock LakeDallas, Texas

October 28, 2017 Engagement

Christine and Andrew are getting married TODAY! That’s right – in just a few hours Andrew will be marrying Christine at the Nasher Sculpture Center in Dallas. We waited to photograph their engagement session until last week so I am excited to share some of their photos on their big day!

These two were introduced through mutual friends a few years ago and they hit it off! They have built a great life in Dallas together with their Golden Doodle Layla. I was so excited to spend time with them and I can’t wait to see how beautiful Christine looks today! Happy Wedding day you two!

-Tracy

Mary Katherine & Wes – Engagement Portrats at Dallas Arboretum & White Rock LakeDallas, Texas

May 16, 2017 Engagement

Mary Katherine and Wes met at Texas Christian University in business class. Wes caught her eye as he was giving a presentation and now, 7 years later, they are getting married this December. After college these two and their dog Cash moved to Dallas. We visited the Dallas Arboretum and the Lake for their engagement session. They spend lots of time with their pup at White Rock Lake – Cash LOVES the lake! He was such good boy for us during their photo shoot. In January Wesley popped the question on Mary Katherine’s birthday and I can’t wait to celebrate with them on New Years Eve Weekend!

-Tracy

Jennifer & Stephen – Engagement Portraits at Winspear Opera House & White Rock LakeDallas, Texas

November 20, 2016 Engagement

I am on the edge of my seat in anticipation for this wedding next Spring. Stephen and Jennifer and super fun together and I had a blast photographing them last week. These two met in high school but started dating just a few years ago. Now they find themselves living in Dallas and getting married in San Antonio next year. These two together are pretty much the best. I love Stephen’s silly faces and how he knows exactly how to make Jennifer smile. We explored the Winspear Opera House area near downtown Dallas and Jen rocked a statement cobalt blue dress that made her eyes and hair pop! After a little city we went for a total opposite vibe near White Rock Lake. With their sweet golden pup in towe we snuggled up in the grass and had some fun with gorgeous sunset light. Congrats Jennifer & Stephen! So excited for you two!

-Tracy

Bethany & Tyler – Engagement Photos at Dallas Arboretum & White Rock LakeDallas, Texas

October 31, 2016 Engagement

Bethany & Tyler met in Dallas through mutual friends and they are already having BIG adventures together as they prepare for their June wedding next summer. Bethany packed up her life here in Dallas and headed to North Carolina so that these two would not be apart while Tyler pursues his MBA. I had such a great time getting to know Bethany & Tyler – they are super sweet and I can tell that this time in their life is so good for them. While at school it is allowing them to have lots of quality time since Bethany is telecommuting to her job here in Texas. I am so excited for all their future holds and their wedding next year. Can’t wait!

-Tracy

Check out more of their engagement session in their highlight reel:

Britny & Aman – Engagement Photos at White Rock Lake and Dallas Arboretum

December 17, 2015 Engagement

This wedding has me on the edge of my seat – September can’t get here fast enough so I can celebrate for 2 days with this amazing couple. Britny is the sister of one of my past brides and I have loved her ever since. When she called to say she was getting married I was over the moon. She is funny, bright and just a joy to be with. I can see why Aman chased after her. Aman is just as fun and a complete gentleman. He is in love and is such a genuine and kind person. When we first got to talking Britny told me how when they were first talking they would do some fishing down at the pond so we incorporated a little bit of fishing into their session for a nod at their story. I loved this beautiful and warm quilt that Brit brought along – we pretended it was cold and snuggled up since it was a 70 degree kind of December day! For a taste of a more formal look we also visited the Dallas Arboretum. I will see you both in Sept for a traditional Indian ceremony and a full fledged american celebration and wedding! It is going to be awesome!

For more beautiful moments and photos from their Dallas engagement session check out their highlight reel:

Courtney & Miles – Engagement Portraits at Dallas Arboretum & White Rock Lake

November 19, 2015 Engagement

This session just makes me giggle and grin. Courtney & Miles met in Dallas and currently live there with their puppy dog – Finley. I had the privilege of taking these two to the Dallas Arboretum and being their tour guide as we took some stunning photos. I can’t believe they have lived in the area so long and had never been! It was the perfect backdrop through – a bit of nature and a touch of elegance to go with their night on the town outfit. Courtney’s dress had the most fabulous sleeves with a peek a boo checkered design. Courtney works at an ad agency and Miles practices corporate law. Although their lives may have them in Dallas today she is a Fort Worth girl through and through so their wedding will be at The Fort Worth Club next summer. Finley – their Husky – joined us for a few photos at White Rock Lake (thanks to Courtney’s Mom for playing dog wrangler!) We found this beautiful pocket of red and yellow autumn leaves and it was just amazing! I love these guys and I am so looking forward to their wedding and working the fab team of Sarabeth Events!

-Tracy

For more check out their Dallas Engagement Portrait slide show:

Rachael & Colin – Engagement Photos at White Rock Lake & Dallas Skyline

December 2, 2014 Engagement

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SOOOO excited to share this session I did before Thanksgiving. The leaves were really starting to change and I adore this couple! They hired me with out a meeting so a few weeks ago we finally got together and hung out, got to know each other and went over their wedding – it is going to be a fun one! Then before the holiday we ordered up some perfect weather for their White Rock Lake & Dallas Skyline engagements! This two are both Aggies but didn’t meet while attending college, after graduation both found themselves in Dallas, attending the same church! I love when couples meet in their place of worship, it unites them in so many ways from the very start and sets such a solid foundations for their marriage. Rachael is gorgeous and I loved the outfits she selected for their shoot. She even braved the dock at the lake for a few photos even though the mass amounts of birds hanging around were a little freaky. Colin is just a love, He was so sweet to her through out the session, his smiles and snuggles say it all about how he feels about his bride to be.

Can’t wait for their May wedding in Dallas! Want more? Than check out some more of my favorites from their engagement portraits:

Madison & Holt – Engagement Portraits at Dallas Arboretum & White Rock Lake

November 24, 2014 Engagement

Madison & Holt are getting married next July in Fort Worth at TCU’s Robert Carr Chapel and The Modern. Although this couple attended Texas Christian University and met there they live in Dallas so we met up on a beautiful day for some engagement portraits at The Dallas Arboretum & White Rock Lake. I had some scrumptious light, especially for mid day and we overcame the wind for one of my favorite fall photo shoots. Madison looked amazing in her plaid and classic cape sweater and was pretty perfectly complimented by Holt’s sweater. These two are easy in front of the camera, sweet to one another and just perfectly matched. I am so excited for their wedding and to see what DFW Events pulls together for their special day!

-Tracy

Want more? Check out their highlight slide show from their Dallas Engagement Photos!

Casey & William – Engagement Portraits at White Rock Lake in Dallas

November 5, 2014 Engagement

Casey and William are getting married next June in Dallas at Christ the King and the Dallas Arboertum. These Fort Worth TCU alumni met in college and started dated after they graduated. Now they are tithing the knot and I just can’t wait for their wedding. We met up last week on a beautiful day at White Rock Lake where all of their session took place. It is simply beautiful out there and the leaves are just barely starting to turn and fall to the ground – so excited it finally feels like Fall! Their pup, Oscar, joined in on some photos as well. I had a great time getting to know the two of you better and the wedding next year is sure to be fabulous!

Check out more of their Dallas engagement portraits in their highlights slide show:

Brooke – Dallas Bridal Portraits at Hickory Street Annex & White Rock Lake

July 23, 2014 Bridal Portraits

Brooke is married! I just love this girl! She is sweet, beautiful and so much fun to hang out with! Her dress is one of my faves! I am a fan of texture and this rosette skirt is to die for! Beautiful flowers by Tami Winn Events we photographed Brooke’s bridal portraits at White Rock Lake and Hickory Street Annex is Dallas. Can’t wait to share her wedding next week!

-Tracy Autem

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