San Antonio Wedding Photographer
Story-driven wedding photos inspired by timeless film tones. Honest, emotive, and unposed memories that last forever
I am honored to document your family’s legacy by photographing your most important moments.
If my photos resonate with you, I’m all in.
About Me
I’m Christian, a San Antonio wedding photographer
I take photos that make you think of a long-time. Pictures that are authentic, natural, and beautiful. That are full of life and emotion. Pictures that you can feel!. My goal is to document your entire day, from the peaceful moments in the morning to the emotional hand squeezes as your spouse says their vows, to hitting the dance floor to capture the celebration. My approach is to be a ninja throughout the entire day, watching and documenting your wedding story as it unfolds.
Client Experience
What It’s Like to Work With a San Antonio Wedding Photographer Who Truly Cares
As a San Antonio wedding photographer, I believe that every couple deserves more than just beautiful photos — they deserve a genuine, stress-free experience that allows them to be fully present on their wedding day. From our first conversation to final delivery, I’ve crafted a simple, thoughtful, and personal approach to San Antonio wedding photography that ensures your story is told authentically.
Here’s what you can expect:
Connection & Comfort
From our first consultation, it’s all about getting to know you. I want to understand your story, your vision, and what truly matters to you. Whether we meet over coffee or virtually, this step helps us build trust — you can learn more about my story and approach on the About Me page., this step helps us build trust and ensures you feel relaxed in front of the camera — no awkward posing or forced smiles, just genuine connection.
Your experience with me starts long before the wedding day. As your photographer, I aim to be someone you’re comfortable with — like a friend who just happens to document your day beautifully.
Relaxed, Documentary-Style Coverage
On your wedding day, I take a photojournalistic, hands-off approach that allows real moments to unfold naturally. I won’t ask you to stage anything. My focus is capturing genuine interactions, emotional details, and the spontaneous beauty that makes your day truly yours.
This is the heart of my San Antonio wedding photography style — timeless, honest, and emotional images that tell the real story of your day. — timeless, honest, and emotional images that tell the true story of your day without distractions or trends.
Timeless Imagery, Delivered With Care
After the wedding, You’ll receive a curated gallery of carefully edited images inspired by film tones — learn more about my film-inspired editing process. — rich, vibrant, and timeless. I treat every wedding as if it were my own, and I deliver every image with the care it deserves.
My goal is simple: to provide you with meaningful images that you’ll look back on in 5, 15, or 50 years and still feel every emotion as if it were yesterday.
My primary style is documentary photography, where I use images to narrate stories.
Portfolio
MY WEDDING APPROACH
I am in the business of capturing joy, emotion, laughter, and beauty. I truly enjoy seeing my couples cry (in a good way), and if you’ve planned your day with activities that reflect your personality, my memory cards will be packed with those little details as well.
I’m primarily a ninja San Antonio wedding photographer. For the most part, I try to capture events as they unfold, and I strive to be as unobtrusive as possible. I may occasionally give some guidance, but don’t worry; I don’t want it to look fake or over-posed.
Don’t worry, I’m quite excellent at catching couple photographs in a non-cheesy, overly staged way, so we’ll still spend a little time to get them plus a few crucial group photos.
Choosing the right San Antonio wedding photographer is really crucial. We all have different styles and approaches to a wedding day. My approach is a relaxed documentary style. This means I have as little influence on the day as possible, enabling you to have fun while I capture it in all its splendor, so that every time you look at your wedding images, you are brought back to your day.
PHOTOJOURNALISTIC SAN ANTONIO WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
I'm passionate in using photos to tell stories. The true tale of your wedding day will be more important to you than anything posed, set up, or staged. With years of experience as a photojournalist, I work discreetly, calmly, and thoughtfully. Intelligent composition and light awareness result in stunning and meaningful images of actual moments and emotional connections.
Recent Weddings
San Antonio Wedding Photographer – Capturing Real Moments
Hi, I’m Christian Margain — a documentary wedding photographer in San Antonio with over 12 years of experience capturing honest, emotional, and timeless moments.
I know choosing the right photographer for your wedding is a big decision. You're not just hiring someone with a camera — you’re trusting someone to preserve the moments that matter most. With a deep love for storytelling and a background rooted in documentary photography, my goal is simple: to create beautiful, meaningful images that feel like you — not like a trend.
What Makes My Wedding Photography Different?
Unlike traditional photographers who focus on posed shots and staged moments, I take a more natural, hands-off approach. My style is rooted in documentary wedding photography, which means I quietly observe and capture the day as it unfolds. No awkward posing. No interruptions. Just real, unscripted moments — full of life, emotion, and connection.
If you're looking for a San Antonio wedding photographer who will capture the real story of your day — the laughter, the tears, the quiet in-between moments — that’s exactly what I’m here for.
Why I Love Photographing Weddings in San Antonio
San Antonio isn’t just where I’m based — it’s my hometown, and I truly believe it’s one of the best cities for a wedding. Whether you're planning a celebration in a historic downtown venue, a rustic barn, an open field, or a tent under the stars, San Antonio offers stunning backdrops for every couple’s unique love story.
Some of my favorite local venues include:
The Pearl
Hotel Emma
Southwest School of Art
The McNay Art Museum
Ivy Hall
The Gardens at West Green
Wherever your wedding takes place, I’ll be there to document it with care, intention, and a creative eye.
A Bit More About Me
I’ve been a wedding photographer in San Antonio for over a decade, and while I’ve had the honor of receiving awards for my work, the true reward is knowing my couples cherish their photos. Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I’m here to help you remember it exactly as it felt — beautiful, joyful, and uniquely yours.
Let’s Tell Your Story Together
If my work speaks to you and you're looking for a San Antonio wedding photographer who prioritizes genuine moments over trends, I’d love to hear from you. I’m here to make the experience fun, relaxed, and completely pressure-free. No hard sells. No spammy emails. Just a friendly photographer who’s genuinely excited to learn about your wedding.
Contact
I'm Christian Margain — your laid-back, documentary wedding photographer in San Antonio.
Thanks so much for stopping by. Whether you're planning a wedding, an engagement session, or just curious about my work, I’d love to hear from you. I'm here to help tell your story in an honest, artistic, and truly timeless way.
Filling out the contact form below doesn’t mean I’m going to chase you with sales emails or pressure you into booking. That’s just not my style. I believe in genuine connections, relaxed conversations, and letting you take your time.
Once you submit your message, I’ll personally get back to you as soon as I can — usually within 24–48 hours. If you’re looking for a San Antonio wedding photographer who’ll capture your day quietly and authentically (without cheesy poses or staged moments), you’re in the right place.
Let’s make something real together.
You can also email me on info@christianmargain.com
If you want to get to know me more you can follow me on Facebook at Christian Margain Photography and you can also follow me on Instagram @ChristianMargain
I always reply within 24 hours, so if you haven't heard back, check your junk mail. I truly look forward to hearing from you.