We had the good fortune of connecting with Marie Leu and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Marie, is your business focused on helping the community? If so, how?
I am a Photographer, and I see things artistically, the way Photographers envision beauty and creativity. Having this insight helps me create scenes and portfolio opportunities that will elevate the businesses of Photographers who work hard to attract their target clients. Helping Photography businesses to grow is what Avila Weddings is passionate about, and our impact can be viewed on so many Photographer websites and instagrams as they portray their participation in what we offer. We help Photographers grow, and when they grow, they help people capture special moments in their lives. It is so meaningful and an honor to support Photographers.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I am an artist through my photography, but I have spent a lot of time learning about my own goals as a photographer and what other photographers also work towards. This single idea has identified in me a passion for creating situations for photographers to grow their skills and ultimately grow their businesses. Through this process, we can also create community, network, and life-changing experiences. Avila Weddings is a visionary company that plans and organizes luxury wedding styled photoshoot productions for photographers to participate in and use to build their portfolio. Our events are engaging, exciting, luxurious photography opportunities that elevate the brand of each participating photographer.

What we would change or improve about our current business is our reach. We simply aren’t able to share the opportunities we offer with everyone who would like to participate. But we love gaining new relationships and connecting with new clients to see what we produce help their portfolio and their business. There are so many more photographers we’d love to connect with. We are driven to support their businesses.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I’d love to take any visiting friends to Petra and the Beast, a fun atmosphere and gorgeous plates, this would be my first stop. We’d also spend a day touring the Dallas Arboretum, the gardens and walking paths are serene and a great way to visit with people. I also love shopping and people watching near Main Street in Dallas, the ambiance is exciting anc trendy for an afternoon or evening in the city.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
This shoutout is dedicated to my daughter, Cecilia. She has worked alongside me and supported me with such strength throughout the Avila Weddings journey. She is an exceptional designer and photographer. Her dedication, fierce eye for design and her amazing talent has carried Avila Weddings to places beyond all expectations. I am very grateful for her vision and her commitment to every shoot. Thank you, Cecilia, for your giving and your spirit.

Website: avilawed@gmail.com

Instagram: @avilaweddings

Image Credits
Kayde Rose Photography

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