Portrait & Senior
$350
- Up to 2 hours, two locations
- Wardrobe guidance + moodboards
- 20 edited stills + highlight reel option
Gene Mattingly Photo & Video
San Antonio- and Schertz-based portrait & event photographer creating cinematic galleries for families, seniors, and brands across New Braunfels, Cibolo, and the Texas Hill Country.
Holiday Minis
Holiday minis, short and sweet!
Any-day micro sessions with easy prompts and cozy styling support—just long enough to snag the giggles, the squeeze, and a hero frame for cards.
Christmas 2025 Minis
$150 $100
Includes the 30-minute shoot, eight retouched selects, and a print-ready gallery link. Limited spots.
Reserve Holiday Mini
About Gene
Portraits & events with cinematic care.
Every session starts with conversations about the people, the energy, and the memories you want to freeze in time. I mix editorial lighting with gently guided moments so families, seniors, and milestone crews feel grounded, seen, and free to let genuine emotion surface.
Based in Schertz, I regularly photograph in San Antonio, New Braunfels, Boerne, Cibolo, and the surrounding Hill Country—scouting rooftops, creekside parks, and modern venues that fit the story we’re telling.
Portrait offerings include seniors, individuals, and creative teams with multi-look styling, retouching, and optional reels, while event coverage for reunions, milestones, and celebrations balances candid storytelling with hero frames.
Portfolio Highlight
Tomey Baby Shower
A joyful afternoon in San Antonio where soft florals, glowing light, and heartfelt toasts called for an intimate mix of candids and hero portraits. This mini carousel floats a few favorites; click any frame to open it up full screen.
I want this vibePortfolio Highlight
Masquerade Ball
Velvet-lined halls, live brass, and a swirl of masks made this downtown gala feel like a cinematic dream. I leaned into moody gels, mirrored reflections, and layered compositions to keep the mystery intact while still revealing the laughter and connection beneath every mask.
Craft this magicPortfolio Highlight
Tayla Senior Photos
Shot inside the Japanese Tea Garden in San Antonio, Tayla’s session became a bold, colorful punch against the lush greens. We chased mid-day sun, let the koi-pond reflections flare, and framed her energy among the pagodas for portraits that snap with personality.
Make mine this boldPortfolio Highlight
Headless Harvest
Golden-hour pumpkin patches, cider clinks, and bold sunset gels made this fall hangout feel editorial without losing its cozy vibe. Each setup layered texture, movement, and candid laughs so the gallery feels like a mini film still sequence.
GIMME THE CREEPSPricing
Sessions built around your story.
Every booking includes collaborative planning, location scouting, cinematic edits, and high-end retouching—quality is never an afterthought or surcharge. Select the experience that fits the moment and we can layer in film, reels, or expanded coverage as needed.
Events & Celebrations
$200/hr
- 2 hour minimum booking
- Hybrid candid + hero portrait approach
- Scaled coverage for milestones & receptions
Film & Editorial
From $500
- Concept development + production
- Delivery in stills + motion formats
- Perfect for brands & creative teams
Get In Touch
Share the details, I'll craft the plan.
Tell me about the celebration, portrait, or production you have in mind and I'll respond with a tailored concept, availability, and next steps within 24 hours.
Most sessions happen in San Antonio, Schertz, Cibolo, and New Braunfels, and I’m happy to travel throughout the Texas Hill Country or Austin corridor when the story calls for it.
Prefer a guided brief? Launch the inquiry form, share a few details about your session or event in San Antonio, Schertz, or anywhere nearby, and I’ll reply within 24 hours with availability and a tailored plan.
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