
There’s a moment every spring in Austin when the world suddenly shifts. One day the roadsides are just… roadsides. And the next day? Boom. Bluebonnets. Everywhere. Like someone hit “refresh” on the whole city and cranked the saturation all the way up.
And if you’re a parent, you know exactly what happens next. You start mentally scrolling through your kids’ closets, wondering if anything they own is both cute and clean. You start texting your partner: “Bluebonnets are out!!! Should we try photos this weekend!!” And then you immediately remember last year, when someone cried, someone fell, someone refused to smile, and someone (you) swore you’d never do this again.
But here we are. Because bluebonnet season is irresistible. And honestly? It can be magical — if you know how to do it without losing your mind.
By
Birgit Sund on March 23, 2026

Congrats to Erin Hyatt Photography, the winner of our Bluebonnet Photo Contest!
Erin Hyatt Photography is a lifestyle and family photographer, specializing in documenting emotion and connection in a candid and joyful way.
Learn more about Erin and her work and book your Bluebonnet Mini Session while available!
By
Birgit Sund on March 5, 2020

It's almost Bluebonnet season! The Texas state flower will pop up all around Austin and line the Texas hills and the side of roads and highways as early as March and up until May.
Texas Bluebonnet photos are an annual tradition for many families and while there's an abundance of photographers in the ATX, it is highly recommended to book your Bluebonnet family photo shoot early, as Bluebonnet photo sessions will fill up quickly.
Here are some examples of beautiful Bluebonnet pictures taken by talented Austin family photographers. Vote for your favorite Bluebonnet photo and be entered to our giveaway for a chance to win 2 POGO Passes which grant you free entry to fun places in Austin and Waco, incl. Mt. Playmore, Austin's Park Pizza, Monster Mini Golf & Laser Tag, Pump It Up - Austin, and more.
By
Birgit Sund on February 26, 2020

Are you still looking for a photographer for your Holiday photos? Angie from
E&I Photography still has some open slots specially for Live Grow Play Austin readers.
Take a look at her portfolio and book your Holiday session now.
By
Birgit Sund on November 26, 2019