Monica Bartels Photography

Monica Bartels Photography Austin Texas | Weddings | Family | Babies | Furbabies | Maternity | Birth | Engagement | Kiddos | You can text me at 806.283.6714 for prices and availability.
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Lubbock Photographer providing customized photography for my clients. I specialize in Family, Children, Babies, Birth, Maternity, Newborn, Fashion, Bo***ir, Seniors & Couples. I have a quite a few packages for all your needs such as a Milestone session, Birth Stories that comes with a Newborn session, etc. I also offer hourly rates for special occasions such as a Surprise proposal, Birthday Partie

s, Family Reunions. I offer Lifestyle sessions which are typically done in your home, Styled sessions which is usually done for models or business owners wanting to promote their business. I occasionally offer seasonal themed Mini Sessions a few times a year. I am usually booked full 2 to 4 weeks in advance and around the holidays, it's usually one to 2 months in advance. My most favorite part about this job is that I get to meet new people and see old friends as well! Most of my clients and their family becomes a dear friend of mine!

Together we’ll grow like the trees, with every season we change. ~Love in BloomIn the quiet space between two souls, the...
05/07/2026

Together we’ll grow like the trees, with every season we change. ~Love in Bloom

In the quiet space between two souls, there is a season for everything. Just as these plants draw strength from the earth, love is rooted in the steady, unseen growth that happens when we simply choose to show up for one another.
We aren’t the same people we were yesterday, and we won’t be the same tomorrow. Like the trees, we lean into the sunlight, weather the winters together, and trust that every change is just another way of blooming. It’s not about being perfect; it’s about being present and growing wild and free, side by side.
I feel so incredibly happy and blessed to hold this space for couples. It’s a gift to create a sanctuary where they feel comfortable enough to let down their guards, be vulnerable, and capture these beautiful, intimate moments of connection. SO many amazing couples sessions to share! (ID in comments)

We loved with a love that was more than love. ~Edgar Allan PoePoe was definitely advanced for his time. He absolutely kn...
04/08/2026

We loved with a love that was more than love. ~Edgar Allan Poe

Poe was definitely advanced for his time. He absolutely knew. There are some connections that transcend human definitions, moving past simple affection into a territory that is both ancient and otherworldly. There is an invisible architecture to a love like this. It’s like a sanctuary built of shared breaths and silent promises. To be invited into that vibration to capture, it is a reminder that some bonds are truly written in the stars. Tag the person who is your sanctuary below. ❤️

ID: A series showing two light skinned women standing outdoors in front of a colorful graffiti-covered fence. The mural behind them includes a large stylized animal face with big eyes in blue, pink, and orange swirls. In other photos, it shows them standing front of a pizza place and the last few photos show them standing front of a mint green colored wall with cursive text in black “i love you so much”. One woman has straight light medium length hair and she is wearing a rusty colored sweater with LOVE in white text and blue denim jeans and boots. The other has darker brown wavy long hair. She is wearing a sleeveless light-blue denim vest over a white dress with buttons down the front and a ruffled hem, plus bright multicolored cowboy boots. There are visible tattoos on her right arm and on her left thigh. The ground is rough asphalt, and the sky above is partly cloudy.

I was born by myself but carry the spirit and blood of my father, mother, and my ancestors. I am really never alone. ~Zi...
03/31/2026

I was born by myself but carry the spirit and blood of my father, mother, and my ancestors. I am really never alone. ~Ziggy Marley

When i got a request to do a multigenerational session, I knew it was gonna be special but i had NO idea what Mother Earth had in store for us that day. We were almost done but i wanted to get some solo portraits of their great grandmother with all the wildflowers. It was hard for her at first to just sit there and look pretty. She wanted to either do something or talk lol. She was so cute. I was like let’s breathe and just take all this in. When she did, a rain drop hit her and she suddenly felt content and took it all in. It was so beautiful seeing her so peacefully enjoying the beautiful world around her. Then suddenly a rainbow appeared front of us and it started raining at the very end of our shoot. I left feeling soooo humbled and grateful for my gift with photography that the universe provided me with. Not gonna lie, i sobbed hard in the car lol. It will never end and I’ll keep on shooting forever. ❤️

ID: Four females posing together on a white blanket in a field of small yellow and orange wildflowers under a cloudy sky. Trees line the background, and warm sunlight comes from the right side of the image. The last few solo photos: An older woman sitting on a light-colored blanket in a field of wildflowers. She is outdoors among many yellow and orange flowers, with dark trees and a cloudy sky in the background. She is holding a small bunch of flowers near her chest and smiling with her face tilted slightly upward, giving a calm, content expression.

03/30/2026

2026 Seniors! Have you done your senior shoot yet?! No worries i got you! It’s a biggg sale for all 2026 senior shoots! If you’ve been shopping for a good deal, this is for you. Hit me up or email me at [email protected]

03/30/2026

Throwing this out there today- there’s a big sale on 2026 Senior shoots for any last minute bookings! Let’s goooo! DM for more details. 🔥

A woman in harmony with her spirit is like a river flowing. ~Maya AngelouFeet on the earth, heart wide open. There is no...
03/14/2026

A woman in harmony with her spirit is like a river flowing. ~Maya Angelou

Feet on the earth, heart wide open. There is nothing more powerful than a woman who has decided to be herself. So much gratitude to the beautiful souls who joined me for this shoot. You didn’t just show up for a photo; you showed up with your brave hearts and opened up these walls. Sending good energy out to the collective today. Happy International Women’s Day to the every women- the quiet ones but fierce, the strong ones but brave and the carefree wild souls. ❤️

ID: An outdoor series of a medium skinned woman with long black hair in a black, flowing dress standing on rocky ground beneath a cloudy gray sky. Her outfit includes a black lace crop-style top and a long, layered skirt with a high slit that reveals part of one leg. Large tattoos are visible on her upper arm/shoulder area and on her thigh. The setting is a rugged, natural area with scattered rocks, dry grasses, and dense trees and shrubs along the left and in the distance.

A woman in harmony with her spirit is like a river flowing. ~Maya AngelouFeet on the earth, heart wide open. There is no...
03/14/2026

A woman in harmony with her spirit is like a river flowing. ~Maya Angelou

Feet on the earth, heart wide open. There is nothing more powerful than a woman who has decided to be herself. So much gratitude to the beautiful souls who joined me for this shoot. You didn’t just show up for a photo; you showed up with your brave hearts and opened up these walls. Sending good energy out to the collective today. Happy International Women’s Day to the every women- the quiet ones but fierce, the strong ones but brave and the carefree wild souls. ❤️

ID: An outdoor series of a medium skinned woman with long black hair in a black, flowing dress standing on rocky ground beneath a cloudy gray sky. Her outfit includes a black lace crop-style top and a long, layered skirt with a high slit that reveals part of one leg. Large tattoos are visible on her upper arm/shoulder area and on her thigh. The setting is a rugged, natural area with scattered rocks, dry grasses, and dense trees and shrubs along the left and in the distance.

Be with those who help your being. Don’t sit with indifferent people, whose breath comes cold out of their mouths. Seek ...
03/14/2026

Be with those who help your being. Don’t sit with indifferent people, whose breath comes cold out of their mouths. Seek those who fan your flames. ~Rumi

The Universe knew exactly what it was doing when i manifested this Goddess Glow event. My heart is overflowing with gratitude for the universe and the incredible women who showed up to create this magic with me. There is a sacred power that happens when women gather in nature, feet on the earth and spirits wide open. To the ladies who stepped into this space-thank you for your time, your energy, and for fanning the flames of my soul. You are each a mirror of strength and grace, and I am so blessed to have shared this space with you. Sending you all nothing but high vibes, love, and the deepest appreciation. I cant wait to share more. Happy International Women’s Day to all the sisters, dreamers, and healers around the world. May we always remember who we are and continue to lift each other toward the light. ❤️


ID: A series of a light skinned woman with dark long hair, wearing a black one-piece outfit with a long, flowing black lace robe with fringes. Several tattoos are visible on her legs, including a large spiral-like design on her upper thigh and multiple smaller designs down the leg. She is standing/sitting on a rocky cliff with stone formations with some greenery and a small creek

I missssss doing retreats like this! I learned so much. I always do even just as a photographer! I get you authentic doc...
03/08/2026

I missssss doing retreats like this! I learned so much. I always do even just as a photographer! I get you authentic documentary style photos while being a fly on the wall. You get these images to remember by and to use for your business-advertising, website, social media. Please do lmk if you are planning a retreat. I do have a special rate for retreats like this! ❤️

✨ Step into Your Power: The Goddess Experience ✨Womanhood is a journey of strength, resilience, and unyielding radiance....
02/27/2026

✨ Step into Your Power: The Goddess Experience ✨
Womanhood is a journey of strength, resilience, and unyielding radiance. This isn’t just a photoshoot—it’s a celebration of the bold, unapologetic woman you are. 
Leave the filters and “just okay” selfies behind. Under the magic of the evening sky, we’ll capture the version of you that takes up space and owns her voice. Draped in a high-end gown, you’ll experience a transformational session designed to reflect your inner growth and divine energy. 

The Experience:
* ✨ Empowerment through Style: Full access to my exclusive, high-end gown collection.
* ✨ Radiance Captured: 6 professionally edited digital images that celebrate your unique glow.
* ✨ Limited Opportunity: Only $30 for a limited time. 

You deserve to see yourself as the leading lady in your own life. Are you ready to see yourself in a new light? 

DM to claim your glow-up and embrace your divine power. 👑✨

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Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

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