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OK…you have heard all about it. This Friday (July 16, 2010) EVOKE is going to give away a 5.5 Hour Traditional Wedding Photography package complete with Bridal Session, Engagement Session, Wedding Album, Image CD, and Reprint Credit. No joke, no strings attached, and no fine print. Here are the only rules… 1. No cash substitute [...]

Luxurios, Spacious, Waterfront…CHECK. If you have ever dreamed of a water front wedding (Indoors or out, your choice) this is one of the best in Galveston Texas. The Outdoor Gazebo is a great location and is a very short walk to the beach. We like to take the wedding party to the beach to have [...]

Ok….how many people can say “I got married on a Yacht!” Now that…. is awesome! Almost as cool as being out on a Yacht, a beautiful day on the water, look around and realize……WOW! I am at work!! Ok, I know it’s not about us……but what a cool place to work!!! As a photographer it [...]

If you are looking for a swanky, stylish venue…..this is the place. Hotel Zaza is located in one of Houston’s Hot Spots, The Museum district. The Decor of the Hotel provides a number of places to take some truly unique photos. Swanky describes it best. How cool is it have the bride sit in a [...]

Hotel Galvez is an outstanding choice for a waterfront venue in Galveston Texas. The Historic Hotel has charm and a sophisticated style. The beautiful architecture, natural light and ocean view are just a few of the positives that we normally can only wish for individually. At Galvez, we get all three?….. We’ll take it.  You [...]

The Admiral is a spectacular place for photos! Oh yea….and your wedding.  It has floor to ceiling windows that provide a wonderful view of Clear Lake. Photographers get excited about having this much Natural Light!! Simply Beautiful. The gorgeous wood beams and cathedral ceilings create the elegance that most couples desire when choosing a wedding [...]

The Houstonian Hotel has 4 magnificent ballrooms to choose from and they are all awesome if you want our opinion! You have the option of having the ceremony indoors or outdoors.  The Hotel is tucked away in a tranquil, wooded area and is absolutely beautiful! If you are looking for a sophisticated venue for your [...]

This venue is located in one of Houston’s most historic buildings, the original site of the Capitol of the Republic of Texas.  What a Gorgeous Venue!  It is filled with crystal chandeliers, excellent murals and has 35 foot ceilings! The outdoor terrace is a great place for some unique photo opportunities. The restoration done to [...]

This Mediterranean style venue is without a doubt a great place for Weddings and Bridal sessions if you ask any photographer! It has such a romantic feel and is a great location to get some unique images. We love the wrought iron and carved stone that is found throughout the building. The large windows provide [...]

The Parador is a Historic building located in Houston’s Museum District and is a true work of Art! As artists we appreciate the Architecture and Design of this unique Octagonal shaped venue. This Mediterranean Style, historic building is a great place for Engagement, Bridal and Wedding photos. The two quaint outdoor gardens are great for [...]

Rockefeller Hall is such a unique Venue! It is a famous Historic Building with hand carved ceilings and Cathedral Windows. The upper level looks down on the dance floor and is a cool aerial view for your guests (and a cool angle for the photographer). Guests can also watch the ceremony from above, what a [...]

The Courtyard at St. James is an Old New Orleans style, simple yet elegant venue. The Wrought Iron gates and perfect landscaping make a great setting for photos! The problem is not that we can’t find a place to take a photo, the problem is there are endless places and how long can we drag [...]

Welcome to Texas!! Briscoe Manor is the perfect mixture of Texas and Elegance! The property has a Rustic Charm that cannot be duplicated. A photographer could get lost on the many acres of  incredible landscape. At some point you may have to stop us because we could photograph for days out here!  The property has [...]

What a great venue! As photographers it is always a relief to go to a Venue that is as gorgeous as this one! The glass enclosed chapel is tucked away in a private Forest Area and is one of EVOKE’s favorite places to photograph! It is always nice to photograph at a venue that has [...]

Obviously, you want to look your best during your portraits and at EVOKE we know how to pose you accordingly. It doesn’t hurt to educate yourself on how to position your body. We can tell you what to do but if you understand what we are talking about it will just make it that much [...]

Here is Part II of our Bridal Blog…. Ladies!!! Here is where the Fun begins!! Don’t get me wrong, there is a lot of stuff to do the day of your Bridal Session but it can be fun if you plan for EVERYTHING! The Important Details… Expect delays in your Hair/Makeup appointments and for Traffic [...]

It your Bridal Session!  In the next blogs, we are going to discuss: •    How to schedule your Bridal Session •    Prepare for the day •    How to look your best You’ve spent hours dragging your maid of honor and mom around to find the perfect wedding dress.  Or maybe you were the one hit [...]

So…..we do not expect you to be professionals, that is our job!  However, a little research on things to do and “not” do will help you get the most from your Engagement session. What to wear…. First let’s talk about what you should wear! Girls…..dress your man!! Ok, well at least help coordinate the outfits. [...]

So, he got down on one knee and asked you to be his soul mate….How sweet and dreamy.  Suddenly, you are faced with planning one of the biggest nights of your life.  Now, you maybe the captain of the wedding plans, but having a support crew is helpful and needed.  Your fiancé should be your [...]

So, put down the color swatches and favor samples for a moment.  There is some paper work you need to take care of before the wedding.  Just making it legal, that’s all.  In Houston it’s easy, but does require a trip down to the Harris County Clerks Office. When to get the License? (This is [...]

What a fun experience! In a town full of great photographers, EVOKE was given the awesome opportunity of photographing the billboards and magazine cover for the January Bridal Extravaganza show at the George R Brown. What an honor! Much thanks to the team at the Bridal Extravaganza for your trust and for hosting the best [...]

Of Course the album matters! That is why EVOKE is now including Artella’s “Promenade Album” in all wedding packages. Unless you specify otherwise, expect to see your wedding images displayed in a leather, handmade Promenade Album complete with UV Coated and linen textured pages. These books are not the popular “Peel and Stick” style wedding [...]

Last night was the grand opening and first Open House for the Bell Tower on 34th! …Absolutely the most elegant venue in town for upscale weddings. To help kick it off, EVOKE was there to photograph the event (and we even brought a few models just for fun.) Here are a few images from the [...]

Okay, so some of you ladies may have seen the recent Google Ad during the past Super Bowl in between beer and potatoes chip bites. I was touched by it and couldn’t resist doing one ourselves. And we thought, we would have a little fun at EVOKE too. Planning your wedding is definitely exciting …