Everyone knows that your venue is one of the most important parts of the wedding. But venues aren’t just for your actual wedding, they can be used for engagement photos as well. Your engagement photos should be stunning and bring out all of your personality as they will likely be featured in your engagement announcement, save-the-date, and/or invitations. Here are a few Austin locations for your picturesque engagement photos:
Laguna Gloria
The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria is an arthouse that contains a variety of scenic areas to take your engagement photos. With its mix of modern art and the historical villa there truly is a little something for everyone.
Cost to book: $150 for 1 hour session
Photo session info: https://thecontemporaryaustin.org/photography-sessions-at-laguna-gloria/
Photos at Laguna Gloria: https://www.pinterest.com/sydneyraynephoto/austin-photoshoot/laguna-gloria/
Sekrit Theater
Sekrit Theater is not a theater as you might think of it. The venue is an “abandoned garden photography space.” From wrought iron gates to empty greenhouses, this is the perfect venue for a fairytale inspired engagement shoot.
Cost to book: $250-275 for 1 hour session
Photo session info: https://www.sekrittheater.com/photography
Photos at Sekrit Theater: https://www.pinterest.com/sydneyraynephoto/austin-photoshoot/sekrit-theater/
Jennifer’s Gardens
With the lush gardens and the historic 1870s house on the property, there is no shortage of beautiful locations to take your engagement photos at Jennifer’s Gardens. This Austin venue provides a vibrant natural backdrop for your photos.
Cost to book: must contact for price
Photo session info: https://www.theinnatjg.com/bookyourstay
Photos at Jennifer’s Gardens: https://www.pinterest.com/sydneyraynephoto/austin-photoshoot/jennifers-gardens/
Le San Michele
From shimmering cafe lights shining on the limestone bricks of the two story home to the formal gardens and the grand chandelier hanging from the interior. There are so many diverse and beautiful backdrops to choose from in this Buda venue.
Cost to book: must contact for price
Photo session info: https://www.theknot.com/marketplace/le-san-michele-buda-tx-263772
Photos at Le San Michele: https://www.pinterest.com/sydneyraynephoto/austin-photoshoot/le-san-michele-buda/
Garey House
The sprawling lawn of this venue is certainly its highlight. Complete with beautiful trees, lakeside views, and even bluebonnets, if you book in the spring. This Georgetown venue provides the opportunity for some charming nature shots.
Cost to book: $100-140 for 2 hour session
Photo session info: https://gareyhouse.georgetown.org/photography/index.php
Photos at Garey House: https://www.pinterest.com/sydneyraynephoto/austin-photoshoot/garey-house-gerogetown/
Casa Cartel
The vibrant colors in this Mexican inspired inn combined with the artwork inside is guaranteed to bring a lively pop of color to your photoshoot. The crystal blue water of the pool outside adds to the vivid venue.
Cost to book: must contact for price
Photo session info: https://casacartelatx.com/photo-shoot/
Photos at Casa Cartel: https://www.pinterest.com/sydneyraynephoto/austin-photoshoot/casa-cartel/
Zilker Botanical Gardens
The Zilker botanical gardens has multiple gardens to choose from with plenty of florals and vegetation to set your photoshoot. Lilypad, waterfalls, and gazebos are just some of the alluring backdrops you can find here.
Cost to book: $58 for up to 2 hour session
Photo session info: https://zilkergarden.org/hours-admissions/
Photos at Zilker Botanical Gardens: https://www.pinterest.com/sydneyraynephoto/austin-photoshoot/zilker-botanical-gardens/
