We are so excited to announce that Snaptacular Photos is an official sponsor of Open the Taps, a consumer advocacy group for craft beer in Texas. For those of you who know JD and I personally, it’s no secret that we love great beer, and supporting its growth in our home state is so important to us. We’ve been “100 for 100″ members of Open the Taps from the very beginning, but we’ve decided to step things up a notch and add some Snaptacular Photos power to the organization. We’re so glad that we are able to support what we believe in with our business and couldn’t be happier for this opportunity!

You can now find us on the Open the Taps Sponsors page, and be sure to check out the website for the full story on what this awesome organization is all about.

Open the Taps has an upcoming fundraiser at Southern Star Brewery on February 12th. There will be food, live music, and lots of delicious, local beer to enjoy. Not just that, but there will be a photo session from yours truly up for auction! It promises to be a fun event, and if you’re interested in participating, we suggest you get tickets NOW because they’re going fast!

Stay tuned for news about a special photo project we have in the works with Open the Taps!

Valerie and Zach have been so fun to work with. They found us from a photobooth picture we took at Renee and Justin’s wedding a couple years ago and decided that they had to have us for themselves. On top of that, Zach works at the same fire station as another one of our favorite clients, Chase (whose lovely bride Lauren is gracing the header of our blog, and is now an expecting dad-you’ll see those photos soon, too!). It was meant to be that we got together with these two and I’m so glad it worked out that way! They had such a fun, laid back wedding. We have so loved working with them and I’m so glad to share their wedding here with you today.

Congratulations, Valerie and Zach!

Want more Valerie and Zach?
Valerie & Zach: The Bridal Session (The Houstonian Hotel, Houston, TX)

We had so much fun with Laini and Chris. Oakland Farm and Ranch was such an incredible place to have a wedding, and these two had so many special touches, like a horse and carriage…and even a ball and chain for Chris! Their wedding was truly a celebration of two families coming together, and we’re so glad to share their day here with you!

Congratulations to Laini and Chris!

Want more Laini and Chris?
Laini & Chris: The Engagement Session (Houston Zoo)
Laini & Chris: The Bridal Session (Vargo’s Restaurant, Houston)

Rebecca and Vin had a great wedding, with a few familiar faces for us and a really fun, laid back feeling that I know everyone enjoyed! We especially had a great time working with Rebecca’s mom, Cynthia, who is quite possibly the most organized woman in the world! Helping her out was the incredible Angela Nix, of Angela Nix Weddings and Special Events. It was a beautiful evening, and everyone had a great time! I hope you enjoy this glimpse into Rebecca and Vin’s wedding day!

Congratulations, Rebecca and Vin!

Want more Rebecca and Vin?
Rebecca & Vin: The Bridal Session (Grand Mission Club House, Richmond, TX)

I am so excited to share this family session with you! Matt is the pastor at our church here in Katy, and when he asked us to take photos of his family, we were overjoyed! And then we decided to go and make things even better by doing the session at one of the coolest places in Katy, No Label Brewing Company (good beer from good people!). We had a great evening and got some really fun photos of Matt, Lisa, and their daughter Ava. I hope you enjoy them, too!

Thanks for a great session, guys!

The holiday season is in full effect around here, and we’re just about ready to wind down for Christmas, but before we do, I have a couple fun holiday portraits to share with you. First up are our friends Brian and Jennifer (owners of the awesome No Label Brewing Company in Katy, TX!), who presented us with the hilarious challenge of taking cheesy Christmas sweater photos. We had so much fun! Here’s a look at some of the hilarity that ensued…

GO COOGS!

Here’s to a cheesy sweater-filled holiday season! If you find that you need a little more help being merry, you might want to pay Brian and Jennifer a visit at No Label. Tours are held every Saturday, except the first one of the month. They’re going to have gingerbread cookies and carolers this weekend!

Kristina and Jason just celebrated their wedding anniversary this past weekend, and I realized I have yet to share their wedding photos here on the blog! It’s time to right that wrong, and let you see some of my favorites from their wedding day! They had such a beautiful wedding, I can’t believe I’ve kept them under wraps so long! I hope you enjoy them!

Congratulations and happy anniversary, Kristina and Jason!

Want more Kristina and Jason? Check out their engagement photos:
Kristina & Jason: The Engagement Session

I’m so glad Valerie and Zach got married! Not just because they are awesome and totally deserve to be officially married and happy together, but because now I can share Valerie’s absolutely amazing bridal session!

Congratulations, Valerie and Zach! Stay tuned for photos from their wedding!

It’s that time of year again! The weather is finally cooling off, and the end of the year is almost upon us. That means you should be thinking about your fall portrait session! It’s the perfect time to enjoy the weather, and get some great photos for your holiday cards this year!

We’re doing things a bit differently than normal. Our portrait sessions typically start at $350, but during our fall holiday blitz, we are offering a significant discount. The sessions are $250, and include both a credit and your choice of holiday cards or high resolution files. Here are the details:

A lifestyle portrait session with JD and Jessica
$75 credit for prints, books, and even canvas
25 custom designed holiday cards -or- 2 high resolution files to make your own
Up to 10 web resolution files for Facebook, email, and blogs

This special is good for all sessions that take place before November 18th, 2011. Send us an email at info@snaptacularphotos.com to reserve your date today!

Rebecca and Vin just had a great wedding this weekend, and I’m so glad…because I can finally share Rebecca’s bridal session with you! We did this session at the Grand Mission Club House in Richmond. It was super fun-especially poolside! Check out a few of our favorites from the day!

Stay tuned for Rebecca and Vin’s wedding at Safari Texas Ranch!