Texas Wedding & Elopement Photographer

Specializing in 35mm Film + Super 8 Video

Traveling worldwide

Wedding photographer in central TX

Your story, preserved through digital imagery, film & Super 8 video.

Austin Wedding Photographer
Specializing in 35mm Film + Super 8mm Video

Your story is made up of real moments–the quiet in-betweens, the deep breaths, the bursts of laughter, and everything unfolding naturally in between. That’s why I approach weddings and elopements with a documentary-meets-editorial mindset, blending digital and film photography with Super 8mm video to preserve your day as it truly felt, not as it was staged.

Based in Texas and traveling throughout the state, I focus on emotion and connection over stiff poses or forced timelines. My role is to gently guide when needed, then step back so you can stay present–trusting that the moments worth remembering will unfold exactly as they’re meant to.

A journal of
glances, gestures,
and golden light.

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Let’s ditch the Awkward poses and create a day that’s all about real, emotion-filled moments.

Texas Elopement photographer

While Texas is home, you’ll often find me out West chasing stories–capturing love in its raw, nostalgic beauty through timeless photos and vintage Super 8 video.

As a wife and mom, I understand the importance of preserving real, meaningful moments. My work blends creative storytelling with a documentary-style approach–always focused on how your day felt, not just how it looked.

When i'm not behind the camera...

I’m likely tending to my microhomestead, hiking with my husband and kids, or watching a good true crime doc in bed. I live for the contrast–embracing adventure, and savoring cozy downtime in between.

Meet your texas & Destination wedding + Elopement photographer & Super 8 filmmaker.

THE MOUNTAINS // film photography
super 8 film video // ANTIQUE SHOPS
LOVE STORIES // allll of our animals
organic moments // MOTHERHOOD

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HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER

Jessica Thigpen

Art that evokes the warmth of nostalgia in every frame.

Traveling for your big day? If you choose to elope or host your wedding at one of these locations, you will receive a discount on my packages.

Where My Camera Wants to Wander

Saguaro NP, AZ, Sedona, AZ, BIG SUR, CA, Joshua Tree NP, CA, Yosemite NP, CA, Hawaii, Maine, Montana, Oregon coast, The Carolinas, Utah, Washington, New York
Any National Park
Any International Location

Not seeing your destination on the list? Let’s chat! You might just snag a special discount.

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