Austin wedding photography by Arlen Nydam
Austin, Texas · Available Worldwide

Wedding
Photography

Wedding ceremony documentary photography Austin
Our Approach
Every story is unique.
And deserves to be told.

We believe every wedding day is a story unlike any other, and it deserves to be documented with honesty and heart.

Our approach is rooted in storytelling — not directing, not interrupting, but being present for the moments that matter. From the quiet anticipation before you walk down the aisle to the last song of the night, we are there to capture every emotion as it naturally unfolds.

To make planning simple, we offer three wedding photography collections, thoughtfully designed to fit different wedding days and levels of investment.

COLLECTIONS

Three thoughtfully designed collections.
Each one built around a different kind of day.

Intimate wedding ceremony photography Austin
Essential Collection
01

Essential
Collection

$2,500 + tax

For intimate ceremonies, elopements, and courthouse weddings where the focus is on the moments that matter most. We document the ceremony and take time for a portrait session with the couple and close family — unhurried and personal.

What's Included
Ceremony coverage
Couple & close family portrait session
Unhurried, personal pace
Fine art prints & wall art available
Online gallery for downloading & sharing
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Full wedding day photography Austin
Most Popular
02

Signature
Collection

$4,500 + tax

Your wedding day deserves to be documented from the first embrace to the last dance — every quiet moment, every burst of joy, every connection that makes your story yours. We move through your day with intention, capturing the ceremony, family portraits, couple portraits, and the celebration as it naturally unfolds.

What's Included
Full wedding day coverage
Ceremony, family portraits & couple portraits
Complimentary engagement session
Professionally designed lay-flat heirloom album
Fine art prints & wall art available
Online gallery for downloading & sharing
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Wedding Story Collection
03

Wedding Story
Collection

$6,500 + tax

Full-day storytelling from the first moments of getting ready through the final celebration — every chapter documented as it happens. The evening before, we join your rehearsal dinner. The morning after, a day-after session gives you the portraits you never quite had time for — relaxed, pressure-free, and completely your own.

What's Included
Getting-ready through final celebration
Rehearsal dinner coverage (evening prior)
Day-after portrait session
Complimentary engagement session
Complimentary bridal portrait session
Professionally designed lay-flat heirloom album
Fine art prints & wall art available
Online gallery for downloading & sharing
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"Arlen has become our family's dedicated photographer and an important part of our lives. From engagement photos to our wedding day — he was there for every meaningful moment." — Sonya Forster · Austin, Texas
How Booking Works

Simple.
Personal.
No surprises.

We keep the process as easy as your day should feel. Select your collection, choose your date, and we take it from there.

Within 24 hours of your booking request, we'll reach out personally — by phone or email — to hear about your wedding and walk you through everything available to make your day unforgettable.

01
Select your collection

Choose the collection that feels right for your day and click Reserve. You'll be taken to our booking calendar to choose your wedding date and time.

02
Receive your contract & invoice

Within 24 hours you'll receive a contract and invoice to officially secure your date. Everything is in writing — no ambiguity.

03
Confirm with your retainer

A non-refundable retainer of $1,082.50 ($1,000 + tax) confirms your booking and holds your date. The remaining balance is due 30 days before your wedding.

04
We reach out personally

We call or email within 24 hours to hear about your day and make sure every detail is right. Planning your wedding should feel as good as the day itself.

Ready to Reserve?
$1,082.50 retainer to hold your date

A non-refundable retainer of $1,000 + tax secures your wedding date and starts the process. The remaining balance is due 30 days before your day. No surprises, no hidden fees.

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Questions

Frequently
Asked

How far in advance should we book? +
Popular Austin wedding dates — especially spring and fall weekends — book 12–18 months in advance. If your date is sooner, reach out anyway. We'll let you know our availability and make it work if we can.
Do you travel outside Austin? +
Yes — we're based in Austin and available worldwide. Destination wedding travel fees are discussed and agreed upon before booking. We love shooting across the Hill Country, the Texas coast, and beyond.
When will we receive our photos? +
Edited images are delivered to a private online gallery within 4–6 weeks of your wedding day. You'll be able to download, share, and order prints directly from the gallery.
Can we customize a collection? +
Absolutely. Every wedding day is different. If none of the three collections feel exactly right, reach out and we'll put together something tailored to your day, your venue, and your vision.
What is your payment structure? +
A non-refundable retainer of $1,082.50 ($1,000 + tax) is due at signing to hold your date. The remaining balance is due 30 days before your wedding. We accept all major payment methods.
Is the engagement session really complimentary? +
Yes, included in the Signature and Wedding Story collections. The engagement session matters — it's how you get comfortable in front of the camera so your wedding portraits feel natural, not forced.