The Ana Isabel Photography Blog

Jeffrey & Jason are married! They wed on a sunny day on the rooftop of the St. Anthony Hotel. There were happy tears, lots of smiles, and dancing. Enjoy some of my favorites!   Venue: St. Anthony Hotel | DJ: Future Sounds | Stationery: Aly Am Paperie | Event & floral design: Botanika  

The McNay is one of my favorite wedding venues in San Antonio, TX! And it was the perfect spot for Julian and Marco. Each wore sleek velvet and sequin suits with oversized boutonnieres to match the occasion. The Blackburn Patio at the McNay is perfect for an intimate wedding ceremony. The florals hung high from […]

Maryssa & Alex had a tough decision to make this year for their April wedding. With many changes and careful planning, they chose to postpone to late in the summer with and hold an intimate outdoor ceremony with 20 close relatives. They were both so radiant and excited to finally get married! They will celebrate […]

Along with LGBTQ+ Friendly Venues, it is important to also highlight event planners in San Antonio. Professional event planners are a key element to every event’s success. They are your ally when searching for partnering event professionals, they’re there to ask the hard questions, and they will always keep your vision in mind while executing […]

As we strive for inclusivity in the LGBTQ+ community, it’s also important that we celebrate our milestones in venues that stand for equality. I’ve gathered a list of event spaces that are both welcoming and supportive of the LGBTQ+ community.   McNay Art Museum – This venue is pure bliss for artists, as the museum […]

Ana & Freddy are engaged! We photographed their sunrise session in Georgetown in Washington, DC. We specifically went to Monroe Park and Dumbarton Oaks which were perfect places to show the historic aspect of the area. I love how Ana and Freddy’s attire really stand out with the background and greenery in the area. Dressing […]

The Event Planning Professionals of South Texas hosted their EES: Event Planners Summit at the Hyatt Regency at Hill Country Resort. The summit included speakers, breakout sessions, and an open forum. At the conclusion of the day, attendees had the opportunity to have their headshots taken. Offering headshots allows attendees to leave the summit with […]

On a sunny spring morning, Lindsey & DeCarlo said their I Do’s. Their Thursday wedding was the perfect mix of traditions and trendsetting. This wedding was extra special for me because I used to photograph with DeCarlo in our college days. It’s a sweet moment when you get to photograph a milestone for a good friend. […]

Family portraits are one of the most structured portions of a wedding day. It requires planning and patience. That’s why I’m giving you a few tips for a successful family portrait session. Write it down – Create a bullet point list of each family grouping to be photographed. This serves as a checklist for your […]

Earlier this year, I photographed Isaac’s surprise proposal to Kelsey. Now, both of them want to share tips on how to pull off a surprise proposal. Enjoy this guest blog post! — Did you know 37 percent of engagements happen between November and February? Sounds like ‘Tis the season for proposals! If you’re planning to […]