Rachel Thomas Photography

Rachel Thomas Photography A Lifestyle Portrait, Brand and Wedding Photographer based in Central Texas

✨Details do not need to be complicated. I love my flat lay designs when it comes to capturing rings, shoes, dress etc… b...
02/24/2026

✨Details do not need to be complicated. I love my flat lay designs when it comes to capturing rings, shoes, dress etc… but one of my favorite things to do is utilize the surroundings at the venue to draw my inspiration from on the day of your wedding. It could be an elegant chair in the corner by a window, a coffee table that has a beautiful natural pattern or even a tile floor that creates dimension. It requires creativity in the quiet moments and really gets that mindset aligned and sets the tone for the rest of the day. Even if the timeline says for me to be there at a certain time, I will always show up early to start details 🫶🏻. If I’m sipping my coffee or gently humming to the music in the bridal suite, don’t mind me 🤪. I’m just in dream mode ✨

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✨Evening Glow ✨
02/23/2026

✨Evening Glow ✨


✨The Scanes Family ✨I love having Georgeen and Mike as a neighbor. If any of you know Georgeen, you know she is pure lig...
02/19/2026

✨The Scanes Family ✨

I love having Georgeen and Mike as a neighbor. If any of you know Georgeen, you know she is pure light + joy and one of the strongest women I have ever met 🫶🏻. I had the opportunity to explore their private ranch and it was one of the most beautifully preserved pieces of Texas I have ever seen. It was a true gem to be part of these memories 🙏🏻


Hello 2026!For the past several years, I’ve intentionally begun each new year offline. This year, that pause lasted nine...
02/19/2026

Hello 2026!

For the past several years, I’ve intentionally begun each new year offline. This year, that pause lasted nine weeks. While social media often equates visibility with productivity, the truth is our most fruitful seasons have often happened quietly.

January and February marked our busiest start to a year yet, with seven weddings secured during this period for 2026 and 2027. I’m deeply grateful for the trust our couples continue to place in us.

For nearly a decade, we limited our calendar to ten weddings annually so I could remain fully present at home while Brady and Avery were young. Family has always been the foundation of every business decision we’ve made and we were so grateful that Eric’s job and my job allowed us to remain present in their lives, as it still does today 🙏🏻

When he began school this past August, we stepped confidently into this next chapter — expanding the studio full time while maintaining the intentional experience our clients expect.

This year also marks ten years in business.
Ten years of documenting first looks, legacy moments, growing families, and the quiet in-between exchanges that often mean the most.

After losing my mom last year, that perspective deepened. It reinforced the weight photographs carry over time — how they become anchors to the people and seasons we love most. That awareness shapes how I approach every wedding and portrait session today.

As technology continues to evolve, what remains irreplaceable is human presence — discernment, intuition, and the lived experience behind the lens. Im thrilled to lead a few conversations around AI and how that shapes the field of creativity. Please stay tuned for more here.

I’m stepping into this year with clarity, gratitude, and great anticipation for what’s ahead.
Here’s to a new season! Thank you for each and every person who has supported us along the way 🫶🏻

Lucy’s one Year Cake Smash 🎂🧁The cutest and simplest layout.Studio-  (my favorite)White Roll Paper, Pink and White Ballo...
02/19/2026

Lucy’s one Year Cake Smash 🎂🧁
The cutest and simplest layout.
Studio- (my favorite)
White Roll Paper, Pink and White Balloons, Clear Cake plate. Thats it! Loved how it turned out 🫶🏻

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✨Don’t forget to eat and drink water ✨I am not sure who needs to hear this but I will SHOUT it if I have to. This also m...
11/21/2025

✨Don’t forget to eat and drink water ✨

I am not sure who needs to hear this but I will SHOUT it if I have to. This also may sound so simple but according to several recent polls this year, eating food is often an oversight detail when planning your day. I have personally seen it. Even on my own wedding day, we did not even think about FOOD! We were ravenous when getting ready. The guys?!? Oh my goodness! They needed it more! They were unhinged and grabbing any food they could find. Drinks on an empty stomach do not mix also… just food for thought.

…And someone with low blood sugar (me 👋🏻), I was not my best self…. Until I got Food 😂. I have seen it all and Im sure many vendors would agree.

We are not talking about your wedding dinner, we are talking about the necessary energy required before. You have to fuel and nourish your body. Period. Many of you know I love nutrition and have a passion for holistic medicine too. How does that play into photography? It doesn’t 😂. Lol but I do “witness” these moments with my very eyes and then I “see it” again while editing. I see the nerves, the anxiety, the “Hang-er”. The desire to slow down and “Live in the moment”. To take it all in. To have FUN!

“I need to fit in this dress” or “I dont have time” might seem like you are sacrificing the needs of yourself to celebrate yourself and your future spouse? It does not make sense.

Please take the time to eat, drink water, savor, and enjoy this beautiful moment. LISTEN to the needs of YOUR body. It only happens once. It’s YOUR day! What you do in the morning will determine how you respond later.

This goes way beyond nutrition too! If you can find 10
Minutes to meditate or pray upon waking, do it! To set your intention for the day. Go on a gentle walk. Watch the sunrise. Enjoy that fine cup of coffee in the tranquility of nature. To Live. To Love. To enjoy.

No one can interrupt that intention but you! Happy planning 🫶🏻

Please share with your couples-to-be!

✨Give the Gift of Timeless Memories ✨This Christmas, surprise someone you love with something truly meaningful— beautifu...
11/19/2025

✨Give the Gift of Timeless Memories ✨

This Christmas, surprise someone you love with something truly meaningful— beautiful, heartfelt, organic photography that becomes an heirloom.

whether it’s a family session, and Newborn, milestone, a wedding gift or an elevated branding photography for a business owner… a gift card allows them to choose a session that fits their season of life.

✨ Gift cards can be purchased in any amount

✨ Valid towards any session— Family, Newborn, Wedding, Branding and more

✨ Printed gift cards available for wrapping + gifting ($3 fee for this option)

✨ Purchase before December 24, 2025 and receive 15% off any future session

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Early Black Friday Sale:

✨⭐️⭐️✨To receive an additional $25 off any future session, please “HEART” and “TAG” 10 friends in the comments. You must be a follower to receive credit (Gift card purchase NOT required for this promotion). **** Promotion Ends December 31st 2025***
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Autumn Front Porch Sessions 🍁🍂
11/19/2025

Autumn Front Porch Sessions 🍁🍂

✨A photographers dream ✨💕Ariana and Conner💕Getting ready at  is a showstopper! One of my favorite weddings! The best cou...
11/19/2025

✨A photographers dream ✨

💕Ariana and Conner💕

Getting ready at is a showstopper! One of my favorite weddings! The best couple and vendors 🫶🏻

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Makeup: Amanda Garza

Florals: Florals By Kelby

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DJ: Joseph Brown POJAH Enterprise

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Photobooth: Priceless Events

The Thomas Family Newborns 🫶🏻
11/06/2025

The Thomas Family Newborns 🫶🏻







Finally sharing this beyond precious maternity session. Captured by my dear friend and fellow photographer  and edited b...
10/08/2025

Finally sharing this beyond precious maternity session. Captured by my dear friend and fellow photographer and edited by me 💕

I have known the Roberts Family for years and they have booked with me every year since. Repeat clients are the reason I love what I do. I get to experience life with them through imagery. I looked forward to this session before their baby boy was born. My mom had passed right before their photography date was to take place and needless to say, I was not in the right mindset to be joyous and her funeral occurred on their planned day :(

I am so thankful for the community of other photographers and like-minded individuals around me. We support and lift each other up vs being intimidated by similar business. Thank you Breanne for stepping up that day when we needed you 🙌🏻

This season has been full of baby announcements. Something is in the air for sure 🥰.

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