Jessica has been recognized as a preferred vendor to work with by her industry peers, earned TheKnot.com’s Best of Weddings award 9 times, and been inducted into TheKnot.com Hall of Fame. Jessica is a multi-award-winning photographer, a leader in her industry, and an educator to up-and-coming photographers through her Embark Retreat.
If you know me, you know I love a good celebration, especially for the holidays! Delicious food, Christmas themed decor, live music and sparkles are just a few of my favorite things! So when the team at Austin Country Club invited me to photograph a holiday party there for their members, I just couldn’t say no!
I’ve photographed many weddings at the ever-gorgeous Austin Country Club over the last 15 years that I’ve been an Austin wedding and event photographer, and I loved seeing their event space transformed into a Christmas wonderland! From the red and silver color palette to the multiple Christmas trees that they had fully decked out, it was the ultimate holiday celebration!
If you’re looking for holiday party inspiration for your next holiday affair, look no further! This post is chock full of stunning details to make your next holiday party as elegant, sparkly, and FUN as this one was!
Keep reading to find out more!
For this holiday party, the team at Austin Country Club booked my event photography package. Perfect for social gatherings and corporate events, this package is designed for non-wedding events and can be customized to meet your specific event needs.
All of my event photography packages include:
I also offer optional package add-ons, like a business headshots station, multi-day event coverage, and even a 24 hour turnaround time for your entire event gallery!
When you work with me as your event photographer, you’ll find that I’m easy and fun to partner with! It is continually my goal to make the process as smooth as possible. After all, event planning is hard enough without running into roadblocks with your photographer!
My entire process can be done electronically, from the initial discovery period to my photo proposal to your contract and all invoicing. Even your final event photography gallery is delivered through electronic means, like Dropbox! I know that the event industry is more fast-paced and hectic than ever, so I do whatever I can to make my process easy and quick for you!
Just check out what Kristin Davis, the Director of Events at Austin Country Club, had to say about working with me:
“Jessica is one of those people with a contagious personality that you just want to spend all of your time with… A lot of people can take pretty photos but a great photographer knows how to pose you and knows what photos you need that you cannot put on a shot list. Book her for her skills, her personality, her dedication, her knowledge, everything!”
-Kristin Davis
Before we dive into all the holiday party fun, let me tell you about the one and only, Austin Country Club! As one of the oldest country clubs in all of Texas, it is an Austin staple and has that classic elegance that is perfect for any wedding, holiday party, or social gathering.
With an iconic view of the famed Pennybacker Bridge and direct access to the Colorado River, they are ideally situated in the heart of Austin. Many local Austinites and visitors enjoy boating, kayaking, and paddle boarding on the river in addition to hiking the adjacent Greenbelt.
The Austin Country Club also has one of the most pristine and famous golf courses! Home to the Dell Match Play tournament, it is nationally recognized as one of the top golf courses in the US.
It’s no wonder that many couples choose to tie the knot here and many corporate organizations select Austin Country Club as their venue for social events, like their holiday parties. The scenery and guest service simply can’t be beat!
Now let’s dive into the holiday party at Austin Country Club! This gala for the country club’s esteemed members was classically Christmas themed with a red and silver color palette. There were also touches of sparkles thoughtfully placed throughout the event design.
They incorporated traditional Christmas elements, like an elegant silver reindeer in the pre-function space with a big red bow around its neck. They also had extraordinary Christmas trees decked in red, silver, and champagne ornaments in both the foyer and main event ballroom.
There was a mix of both round and rectangular guest tables, draped in alternating red and ivory lamour linens. Each table was set with a charming red and white floral arrangement surrounded by gold votive candles.
All the decor at this holiday party wonderfully complemented the naturally elegant vibe of the Austin Country Club, and truly set the stage for a memorable night!
This holiday party at Austin Country Club was spectacular! The evening began with mixing and mingling, as guests trickled in and sipped on their beverages of choice. Dinner was delightful and was only made better by the beautiful atmosphere in which guests dined.
But I just have to tell you about the dessert! The event hosts truly treated their guests by serving chocolate lava bombs on a bed of chocolate cookie crumbs, all topped with a white chocolate snowflake. If you think that sounds delicious, just imagine the richest, creamiest chocolate sauce being poured over the top of it, creating this luscious pool of chocolate. I can’t imagine a yummier way to end a meal!
As dinner concluded, the party really started to ramp up. The live band took the stage for an unforgettable performance that brought everyone out onto the dance floor! Whether you’re having a holiday party or wedding, live music truly makes a huge difference in the party atmosphere.
With the stage’s silver, sparkly backdrop and purple mood uplighting, the Austin Country Club team lowered the house lights to encourage even more dancing and fun! For those who wished to continue munching and mingling, there was a cozy outdoor patio with heaters with windows that offered a stunning view of the band. This way, guests outside could still be part of the action while still getting to mix and mingle.
It was such a memorable night!
Jessica Frey is an award-winning, Texas Hill Country-based international event photographer committed to delivering a high-quality experience complete with stunning and joyful images.
Jessica delivers a classic and timeless photography style that guarantees you images that are authentic in nature, elegant by design, and minimally edited. With 15 years of experience photographing clients all over the globe, Jessica has expertly honed her artistic eye. She’s also known for her fun and outgoing personality that will make anyone feel comfortable in front of the camera!
If you need an event photographer, Jessica would be thrilled to speak with you! Simply hit the button below. Ask her about having a business headshots station at your event!
Jessica Frey is an award-winning, Texas Hill Country-based international wedding and event photographer committed to delivering a high-quality experience complete with stunning and joyful images.