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I can't wait to celebrate with you!

At DES, I strive to provide our couples with an incredible and memorable experience. There is nothing that fires me up more than a couple who is over-the-moon excited to get married and is ready to treat their wedding day like the celebration it should be.

Your experience with your photographer should be fun, easy, and the least stressful part of your wedding experience (okay, maybe next to cake tasting) and thats what I strive to give my couples. I will capture the smallest detail to the biggest celebrations, and all of the candid moments in between. When the festivites are over, only your memories and photographs will remain. I want these photos to not only be loved and cherished by you, but also by your friends, family and your future great-grandchildren. That's why I do what I do!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
One Event / Day
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
One Event / Day
Albums
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Dawn Elizabeth Studios

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Bella Sent on 11/07/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Dawn Elizabeth Studios is remarkable!!

EPIC. After getting to know each other over a cup of coffee, I knew Dawn would be our go to girl! She took time to understand our wedding vision, timeline, and most importantly wanted to make sure we were a good photographer/couple fit since your photographer is with you all day long capturing precious memories. Dawn is an incredible photographer and it’s very clear that she loves what she does (go checkout her website!).

From the very beginning, Dawn gave us her undivided attention and continuously provided us with the best pieces of advice to ensure our wedding would be the best day ever. We absolutely love Dawn’s radiant and fun spirited personality that keeps everyone around her in such a relaxed and positive mood! She kept our day running smoothly, directed family members and bridal party for photos, and was there “behind the scenes” capturing sweet moments in time. Our family, bridal party, and guests even commented on how awesome she is and how her skills seemed so natural!

THANK YOU Dawn Elizabeth Studios for being a rockstar and capturing remarkable photos of our wedding day!
Giovanna
Giovanna Sent on 09/17/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Best experience ever!

There aren't enough stars for Dawn but lets start with 5!
Dawn is actually our first photographer after our wedding got canceled and our first photographer ghosted us. We found Dawn and it was meant to be, she gave us the best portraits session to celebrate our wedding and made us feel like we didn't miss out at all!!! AND JUST GOT THE PICTURES AND I'M SCREAMING CAUSE THEY'RE AMAZING!!! Best quality and she helped us so much with the poses, we love them all. This was the best experience!
Kristine
Kristine Sent on 03/25/2020
5 out of 5 rating

The best!

Dawn captures my wedding day so beautifully!!! I have never seen photos as beautiful as the ones she took! She is truly amazing at what she does. Thank you so much Dawn!!!
Jami
Jami Sent on 11/17/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The best thing you could do for your wedding

Dawn is without a doubt the very best vendor we had at our wedding. Her professionalism is unmatched and we have so much love and respect for her! It’s not just the quality of her photographs, which are breathtaking, but her entire work ethic. She brought so much energy to our wedding and far exceeded all expectations of what a wedding photographer should be. We cannot recommend her enough or show enough gratitude for all that she has done!
Devyn
Devyn Sent on 10/21/2019
5 out of 5 rating

5 stars!

This girl is truly amazing. She did my engagements, boudoir, and of course my wedding. She really gets to know you beforehand to make sure she captures everything you’re looking for. Her photos are absolutely beautiful! She is EXTREMELY organized and comes up with a whole photo timeline before the big day to make sure all goes smoothly. Oh and don’t forget to check out her night shots!! 5 STARS AMAZING
Damaris
Damaris Sent on 10/14/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal Photographer

Not only is Dawn an amazing photographer, she's a genuinely wonderful person. It was such a pleasure to work with her and we couldn't have asked for better wedding photos. Her second shooter, Jess, was equally wonderful.

Dawn is super organized which made the day of an absolute breeze. She was always conscious of our timeline and made sure we got the most out of our day.

One of the main reasons we selected Dawn, was for her reasonably priced all-day coverage package. We had a Catholic wedding which meant an early ceremony and a late reception - in other words a long day. A lot of other photographers in San Antonio only offer 4 or 5 hours of coverage and then charge you an arm and a leg for each additional hour. With Dawn, we didn't have to choose which part of the day we wanted photographed just to stay within our budget. We got all the photos we wanted and more.

Another bride already mentioned this in another review, but I was so impressed I thought it was worth mentioning again - by the time dinner was over Dawn had already put together a sneak peak of our photos on her iPad. She placed the iPad at the bar so our guests could view some of the photos while they ordered drinks. I had never seen another photographer do that before and it was such a beautiful surprise for us.

I'm sure I could list 100 other reasons to hire Dawn, but in short you'll love your wedding photos and you'll love having her by your side on your big day. She'll be there to talk you through cake cutting, your bouquet toss, and will make you genuinely laugh so your photos don't look staged/forced.

Thanks again Dawn!
Bianca
Bianca Sent on 08/09/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The best experience!

Hands down, Dawn Elizabeth is an angel and THE BEST wedding photographer in town. From the first day I met Dawn she has been such a blessing! She was immediately full of energy with a welcoming smile. I felt like I was talking to an old friend instead of a wedding photographer trying to sell me. I booked her almost 2 years in advance because I fell in love and had to have her. We even stretched our budget for her and it was worth every penny! My husband wasn’t the most excited about being in front of the camera but she quickly calmed his nerves at our engagement session because she makes sure you’re posing natural and having fun. On wedding day I think every single person there complimented us on her. All of the wedding party and our family thought she was hilarious. She made sure to get all of our special photo requests, even the last minute ones I asked for. At the end of dinner she already had a few of our images up on an iPad and available for guests to see! It was incredibly thoughtful and such a fun treat for our guests. Immediately after the wedding she sent us about a dozen sneak peeks and a timeline of when to expect our photos. Hire Dawn Elizabeth Studios and I promise you won’t regret it!
Merilee
Merilee Sent on 05/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beyond Amazing Photographer

Dawn created the MOST BEAUTIFUL wedding photos! She is simply the best! We received so many compliments on our wedding pictures. On top of that, her customer service is AMAZING! She is extremely organized which is so incredibly important on your wedding day! I can't say enough about Dawn!! You will not be disappointed!
K
Kala Sent on 04/26/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Dawn is amazing

Dawn is amazing to work with! She's very organized and knows exactly what she's doing. I'm still getting compliments from people at the wedding on how great she was. We've already gotten all of our wedding photos and our wedding was LESS THAN A MONTH AGO! I wouldn't have had it any other way!!Dawn is amazing to work with! She's very organized and knows exactly what she's doing. I'm still getting compliments from people at the wedding on how great she was. We've already gotten all of our wedding photos and our wedding was LESS THAN A MONTH AGO! I wouldn't have had it any other way!!
Emily
Emily Sent on 04/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Hire her now!

If you’re considering hiring Dawn, do yourself a favor and just DO IT! Like seriously, pay her now! Dawn truly captured our day in the most perfect way! She was so much fun and made us all feel so comfortable during all of the photos! Looking through these photos filled us with so much happiness & joy! We got to relive it all over again. The details she captured were the sweetest touch & we will cherish these photos forever! Do not hesitate booking Dawn for your big day because she WILL NOT disappoint!
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Awards

15
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
Pop the Cork Entertainment Pop the Cork Entertainment Wedding DJs

Dawn's photos are the most incredible I have seen. She is FUN to work with and has an excellent attitude. So respectful!

Gaines Entertainment Services Gaines Entertainment Services Wedding DJs

Dawn has quickly become my favorite photographer in the Central Texas area. Take a look at her photos and you'll see why :) Not only is she creative and professional. This girl has the personality to make any wedding reception a must-see party!

Lasting Impressions by Design,LLC Lasting Impressions by Design,LLC Wedding Planners

Dawn Elizabeth Studios is the way to go when searching for a photographer! She is so easy to work with and while she is working, she makes her clients feel comfortable and not awkward. Dawn's finished photos are truly beautiful and I would highly recommend her to anyone searching for a photographer!

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Dawn Elizabeth Studios frequently asked questions

Dawn Elizabeth Studios includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Dawn Elizabeth Studios includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • One Event / Day
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
Dawn Elizabeth Studios offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Traditional
Dawn Elizabeth Studios offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Dawn Elizabeth Studios offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Dawn Elizabeth Studios is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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