The Why What I believe
I believe the most meaningful art comes from presence, not performance.
The best photographs don’t happen because everything is perfect. They happen because you feel safe enough to be yourself.
My work begins long before the camera ever clicks. It starts with curiosity, trust, and the quiet intention to see people as they are. Using both film and digital, I tell stories that go beyond “pretty pictures.” Stories that make you stop, feel, and remember, because beauty isn’t in the pose, it’s in the moment.
Meet Annie
I’m Annie — a wedding and editorial photographer based in East Texas, traveling wherever your story calls.
For the past several years, I’ve photographed weddings across Texas and beyond, creating honest, cinematic imagery for couples who value depth over trend. My background in sociology and art has shaped how I work: with empathy, observation, and calm leadership.
You can expect a steady presence and an experienced professional who understands how to hold space (guiding gently when needed and stepping back when the truth of the moment begins to unfold). Whether you’re getting married under the oak trees of Tyler or on a mountain ridge in Colorado, my goal is the same: to create art that feels like you.
I work throughout Texas with no travel fees and often photograph weddings in Colorado, Arizona, Louisiana, and Maryland.
Love Letters….
“10/10 best photographer in East Texas.
Magen W.
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Love Letters
“Annie was a joy to work with.
I had family members who were nervous about being in front of the camera and/or nervous about their English. Annie was able to make everyone comfortable and shot the best pictures while doing so. I could not have asked for a better person to be with me as I prepared for my wedding and to be with me on my wedding day. Additionally, her pictures are truly a work of art. I would recommend Annie to anyone and everyone!
Rachel + Tom
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Love Letters…
“Five stars is not nearly enough to accurately represent how much we loved working with Annie Austin.!!!!!
Our wedding was beautiful and perfect, and of course, I adore my husband. Still, my running joke is that I wish I could get married over and over just for the chance to work with Annie again. She was unbelievably professional while also bringing a relaxed, friendly energy—like having an extra friend there to help throughout the day. On top of that, we received WAY more photos than expected, and every single one was stunning. From start to finish, working with Annie was an absolute dream, and we can’t wait for another opportunity to do it again!
Annie+Toro
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the LIST
A little glimpse into my life
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The love of my life, Noah.
All things art.
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Trips to Scotland.
The heirloom engagement ring and wedding band that were my
husband’s grandmother’s.
Matcha in the morning, whiskey in the evening.
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RECENT PRESS
The promise What you can expect
Most couples tell me they start out nervous in front of the camera. By the end, they feel calm, comfortable, and connected because the experience is designed to feel that way.
I handle the details, the pacing, and the direction so you can stay present in the moment. The result is art that feels alive: photographs that look like memory and carry the emotional truth of your day.
You don’t have to perform to be seen.
You just have to show up and I’ll take care of the rest.
My Work
5 Tips for Building a Wedding Timeline that Actually Works
Feeling overwhelmed by the timeline? I’ve got you. These 5 simple tips will help you build a wedding day that flows naturally, with space for the moments that matter, and photos you’ll actually want to look back on.
