a moody and shadowy editorial flat lay of wedding details including bridal bouquet, wedding shoes, engagement ring, wedding newspaper, wedding ring, and earrings
Elegant bride posing in a mirror with her pleated wedding dress, all white floral bouquet, at her travel wedding at houston oaks country club
Austin Texas bride posing in a mirror admiring her wedding dress with long veil
Bride and groom share candid wedding moment at their documentray style wedding
Analog film wedding photography used to create this black and white bridal portrait in austin texas at the carpenter hotel
luxury wedding flat lay including wedding ring, engagement ring, and bouquet
edgy wedding flat lay with high flash analog film photography
candid moment of wedding guest admiring diy wedding cake at Austin texas courthouse wedding
Analog color film wedding photography used to take candid bridal portrait at the preserve at canyon lake near austin texas

Thom Shaffer Wedding Photography

You’ve poured your whole heart into building a life together. I’ll do nothing less for your wedding photos

Wedding Photographer in Austin, TX

I know your wedding is more than just an event

It's a celebration of love surrounded by cherished friends and family. 

It’s an expression of your unique story- blending your journey with your vision of what your future and relationship will be like. 

Instead of letting you get swept up in the momentum of the day and forgetting this truth, I work to support you by making sure that each and every shot is meaningful without compromising your ability to savor the intimacy of your special day.

Thom Shaffer

Hey y’all, I’m Thomas — a storytelling-obsessed photographer now proudly based in Austin, Texas. As a third-generation photographer and lifelong extrovert, I’ve always been drawn to people and their stories. That passion led me to become a wedding photojournalist, capturing moments as they unfold in real time with authenticity and heart.

My goal is to preserve the real, unscripted beauty of your wedding day so you can relive it for years to come.

An austin texas documentary wedding photographer specializing in film photography, documentary wedding photography, and intimate DIY weddings
Blurry motion shot of bride and grooms grand exit from their wedding ceremony
Candid moment between bride and groom at their houston travel wedding at houston oaks
Bride and groom enjoying their wedding party in austin texas
Editorial high flash photo of bride and groom making grand exit
elegant wedding gown hanging at travel venue in houston texas at houston oaks country club
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traditional church house wedding
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Austin courthouse wedding in front of a vintage convertible

Testimonials

  • "Thom was the only photographer

    I could imagine capturing our big day! I’ve always loved his ability to capture moments exactly as they are. Hire him for your wedding, or your engagement shoot! You won’t be disappointed!”

    Isaiah & Fran

  • "He went above and beyond

    through every part of the process. He came beforehand to scope out the spot that I was planning to propose. He helped decide what background would look best in the photos, he considered things such as lighting and the time of day. He focused intently on capturing the moment between us and made us feel really important throughout the process.”

    Jake & Abbey

  • "I felt so at peace

    knowing that our wedding photos would be thought out and elegantly beautiful. I’d recommend Thomas for his wonderful characteristics, and for his absolute passion for the art of photography. He didn’t just feel like our photographer, but a friend!”

    Emily & Steven

  • "We couldn’t be happier with our wedding photos!

    Thom captured all the emotion, movement, and fleeting moments so effortlessly; photos of details I would have completely missed otherwise. Looking through them now, it feels like reliving the day from every angle, not just through our eyes as a couple, but also through the joy and energy of our guests. I’m truly grateful we had someone who not only took beautiful pictures but told the full story of our wedding day in a way that feels honest and alive.”

    Norely & Connor

My Portfolio

Explore a curated collection of weddings captured at stunning Austin wedding venues, featuring heartfelt bridal portraits, elegant wedding albums, and emotional moments from engagement sessions to the final send-off. As one of the top Texas wedding photographers, I also specialize in elopement photography, offer personalized photo editing services, and highlight a range of wedding photography styles—from timeless posed shots to a photojournalistic style that captures real, candid moments. Each gallery reflects careful planning, from the pre-wedding shoot to the wedding day timeline, often supported by a trusted second shooter. Each gallery reflects careful planning, from the pre-wedding shoot to the wedding day timeline, often supported by a trusted second shooter. The connection between bride and groom, combined with the beauty of light and composition as a portrait photographer, brings every story to life—authentically and artistically.

Wedding Photos in Austin, Texas

Weddings

Your wedding day isn’t just an event — it’s a living, breathing story. I approach every wedding as a photojournalist, capturing the real, unscripted moments that make your day unforgettable.

Engagements & Special Event photography

Engagement sessions are the perfect chance to slow down and celebrate this season of life. Whether you're popping champagne or wandering through your favorite spot, I’ll be there to document it all with a laid-back, candid approach.

Wedding Types

A couple kissing at their intimate elopement in lockhart tx, just outside of austin

Courthouse Weddings + Elopements

A jewish couple saying their vows at their traditional wedding in central texas

Traditional + Themed Weddings

A couple kissing down the aisle at their beautiful diy wedding in Houston TX

Documentary Style Weddings

A couple having an intimate couples session at their travel wedding in North Carolina, amidst the blue ridge mountains. They are in front of a red vintage sports car

Destination Weddings

Bride and groom kissing as they process out of their traditional wedding ceremony

Artistic Vision

for Your Storied Life

Your story deserves to be captured by someone who cares about it as much as you do. By someone that holds the core moments of your wedding day with reverence. By someone who knows how to blend artistry with intimacy. By someone who knows that your wedding is not the ultimate day, but is instead a significant day in the larger narrative of your relationship. By someone that will bring your story to life.

I'm Thomas and I specialize in capturing the raw, unfiltered moments that define your journey. Based in Austin, Texas, I use photography to craft authentic narratives for couples deeply connected to their story and enamored with the art of the unconventional. From the rustle of leaves during intimate ceremonies to the laughter echoing on dance floors, I take pride in capturing the beautiful, rare moments of your journey together.

A modern Editorial flat lay including the bride's perfume, wedding earrings, wedding ring, engagement ring, Groom's rings, custom wedding newspaper, all white wedding bouquet.

Remember For

a Lifetime

Your wedding is filled with rich emotion and specific beauty that deserves to be captured. It’s also filled with the people and the journey that brought you to this moment. My job is to capture those things in the most honest, artistic way possible. The outcome is more than just a collection of photographs – it's a unique, nostalgic work of art that intricately weaves together the threads of your story so you can reflect and remember them for a lifetime.  

Timeless. Candid. Emotive.

hello@thomshaffer.com

Austin, TX