Hello, welcome to my professional photography blog. My name is Martina and I live in Austin, Texas. Capturing a beautiful moment or place is my passion. I am a natural portrait and wedding photographer, creating beautiful and timeless photos that tell your unique story. My documentary style of photography captures true emotion and allows you to be yourself in front of the camera. If you are interested in scheduling a portrait session or wedding, contact me at: info@photosbymartina.net. If you enjoy my work and would like receive updates, submit your email address below. I hope you will pull up a chair and stay a while!

Monday, September 28, 2015

Lunar eclipse photography

Photos taken on September 27, 2015 during a total lunar eclipse at Georgetown Lake in Georgetown, Texas. A total lunar eclipse can happen only when the sun, Earth and moon are perfectly lined up. The next lunar eclipse will not be visible until the year 2033.

Click to see image of sunset at Lake Georgetown
Aperture: f/5.6, Shutter speed: 25 sec, ISO 100
Click to see image of full moon at Lake Georgetown
Aperture: f/10, Shutter speed: 30 sec, ISO 200
Click to see image of a total lunar eclipse at Lake Georgetown
Aperture: f/13, Shutter speed: 8 sec, ISO 100

Sunday, September 13, 2015

Austin Couples Portraits: Elexis & Larry

Sneak preview from a couples portrait session with my dear friends, Elexis & Larry. These two got engaged and are planning a winter wedding. I'm so happy I was able to capture these moments between them. Congratulations you two! We are so happy for you both :) Here are my favorites from the day.

Click to see image of Couples portrait session by Martina
Click to see image of Couples portrait session by Martina
Click to see image of Couples portrait session by Martina
Click to see image of Couples portrait session by Martina
Click to see image of Couples portrait session by Martina
Click to see image Couples portrait session by Martina

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Inspirational photography quotes

For all my photography friendshere are a couple inspirational photography quotes I designed. As photographers, artists, designers, and creators it's important to draw inspiration from the world around us. ~Martina

Inspirational quote by Martina
This quote was inspired by Ansel Adams.
Inspirational quote by Martina
The art of story telling & capturing emotion.