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Tess Leslie Photography

Tess Leslie is a wedding photographer specializing in digital and 35mm film with a documentary-style approach.

A former journalist, she brings a keen eye for storytelling and authentic moments to every wedding she photographs. With over 10 years in business, Tess has captured celebrations across Texas and the East Coast, creating timeless imagery rooted in composition, natural light, and genuine connection. She is also LGBTQ+ Inclusive Certified by Equally Wed, reflecting her commitment to serving all couples with professionalism and care.

10/07/2026

Emily and Meloni celebrated their wedding with their closest friends and family at La Condesa’s event space downtown. 🧡🩷💛💚

Their celebration felt personal and unique in so many ways. My two favorite details from the day: the custom sticker machine they DIYed (with the cutest stickers) and the absolutely gorgeous cake Emily’s sister made for the occasion. I looovvveeddd all the pops of color, the absolutely delicious food, and the excellent music playlist made of every pop girlie’s dreams ❤️‍🔥

Venue | La Condesa
Photographer | Tess | Austin Wedding Photographer

10/01/2026

September in emoji: ✈️📚🐶🎶🍜🧶💒🍩

September went by in a flash, and featured 7 days in Philly with friends 💞 We’re officially in the best time of year - I’m loving all the concerts, weddings, and pumpkin baked goods!

September REPORT:

Reading | I LOVED Habits of the Sea! One of my faves of the year!

Eating | Lots of delish things but my top rec is this broccoli cheddar skillet recipe I found on TikTok

Photographing | I did my first Styled Shoots Across America | Heather Benge at Elkins Estate - can’t wait to share more from it ❤️‍🔥

Obsessing | Using film for concert photos 📸

Recommending | You see Brandon Flowers on tour this fall 😏 (he plays in Austin tonight, sry for the late notice)

Treating | Some time off before a very busy fall!

October is going to be my busiest month of the year, but I am so ready to watch my couples get married and catch up with old friends during mini sessions. Hoping to also squeeze in some spooky fall fun 🎃👻

09/10/2026

35 mm film scans from second shooting for AUSTIN WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER this past spring ❤️‍🔥

Always an honor getting to work for my talented friends 🥹

09/09/2026

Intimate wedding reception candids 🫶

So many of yall are opting for small intimate weddings with your closest people and I think that’s really cool and beautiful ❣️

Venue | franklinbackyard
Photography | Tess | Austin Wedding Photographer

09/07/2026

My favorite moments captured on 35 mm film at Victoria and Brice’s summer wedding at Barr Mansion back in June ☀️🎞️

So many frames that took my breath away when I got the scans back from PhotoVision!!

Venue | Barr Mansion
Planner | Lotus Events | Texas Wedding Planner
Photographer | Tess | Austin Wedding Photographer
Hair and Makeup | LoLa Beauty 🤍
Florals | Austin Wedding Florist
DJ | 𝔹𝕪𝕣𝕟𝕖 ℝ𝕠𝕔𝕜

09/03/2026

August in emoji: 🥵🔥☀️📸🌊📚☕️

Have I mentioned that August was really hot??? Surely this is revelatory news 🤪 My Oura ring literally thought I was swimming when I was, in fact, photographing a wedding. This month was spent either inside, at the pool, or at Chapel Dulcinea it feels like 😂

Reading | Lots of “Living like an artist” fiction! Really loved re-reading “Just Kids” by Patti Smith, it feels much more resonant now than when I first picked up the book at 20

Eating | Honestly idk??? I didn’t take any pictures of food this month which is so weird for me!

Photographing | Lots of intimate weddings for you crazy kids getting married in this heat ☀️

Obsessing | My annual Stardew Valley addiction continues!

Recommending | that you stream the newest Ne’er-do-well song that came out last month 😉

Treating | lots and lots of movie dates 📽️

The ‘ber months are my favorite time of year so I can’t wait to be in pumpkin season and for maybe even getting to experience 80-degree weather in September 😭

08/30/2026

Running towards their wedding - which is today!!!!! Excited to spend the day celebrating these two 🌟

These are some of my favorite photos from their engagement session at the Texas State Capitol earlier this year. 🫶

08/28/2026

Getting ready for a weekend full of weddings❤️‍🔥

Here are a few of my favorite moments from Steph & Grayden’s wedding on 35 mm film 🎞️

Venue | The Historic Hill House + Farm
Photography | Tess | Austin Wedding Photographer
Bride Attire | Monique Lhuillier purchased on Wedding Dress Marketplace
Bride’s Hair | Ivanov Artistry
Groom Attire | Bravo Suit And Tux
DJ | DJ Dave Productions
Transportation | Sam's Limousine &Trasportation

08/22/2026

Ten 100% candid photos that tell the story of this unforgettable backyard wedding last fall 🥹

Some photographers will tell you that you don’t really want true candids because you won’t look “flattering” in them - I beg to differ! And I present these images as evidence. ❤️‍🔥

Address

Austin, TX
78701–78705, 78708–78739, 78741–78742, 78744–78769

Website

https://tesslesliephotography.com/

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