Austin Photographer for Portraits, Events & Intimate Weddings
I'm Michael McKinney, an Austin, Texas photographer specializing in family portraits, personal branding, corporate and private events, and intimate weddings.
My approach combines documentary storytelling with guided portraiture creating photographs that feel genuine, polished, and personal.
Make the moment matter
Photography isn't just about making a beautiful picture.
It's about remembering how something felt.
The people.
The laughter.
The relationships.
The moments you didn't know you'd want to remember.
That's what I'm looking for every time I pick up a camera.
Photography shouldn't live only on your phone
We take thousands of photographs now.
Most disappear into a camera roll.
But some photographs deserve more.
They deserve to be seen every day.
The portrait of your family hanging in your home.
The photograph of your parents you eventually pass down.
The image that takes you immediately back to a particular person, place, or season of your life.
That's why I believe the photography experience shouldn't necessarily end with a download.
When a photograph matters, I want to help you turn it into something tangible.
Something you can see.
Something you can hold.
Something that becomes part of your home.
More than a photographer
I've spent much of my career working with people. Teaching, leading, solving problems,
creating experiences, and helping people feel comfortable.
Those experiences shape the way I photograph.
Most people aren't models.
Most people don't know what to do when a camera is pointed at them.
That's okay.
You don't have to know how to pose.
You don't have to know what to do with your hands.
You don't even have to know exactly what you want.
That's part of my job.
I'll give you direction when you need it, step back when the moment needs room to happen,
and look for the moments you didn't know were happening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of photographer is Michael McKinney?
Michael McKinney is an Austin, Texas photographer specializing in family portraits, personal
branding, corporate and private events, and intimate weddings. His photography combines
documentary storytelling with guided portraiture.
Where is Michael McKinney Photography based?
Michael McKinney Photography is based in Austin, Texas and serves clients throughout
Austin, Central Texas, and beyond.
How much does photography cost?
Portrait photography starts at $250, event photography starts at $400, and intimate wedding
photography starts at $1,600. Final pricing depends on the type, length, and requirements of
the photography experience.
Do you offer printed photographs?
Yes. Michael McKinney Photography offers digital images as well as printed photographs and
artwork for clients who want their photographs displayed and enjoyed in their homes.
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LET'S MAKE SOMETHING WORTH REMEMBERING.
Have a family milestone coming up?
Launching a business?
Planning an event?
Getting married?
Or simply realizing that it's time to exist in more photographs with the people you love?
Tell me what you're planning.