Meet Deborah — The Artist Behind Texas Vogue Photography
I’m Deborah Chetwood, the photographer, artist, and storyteller behind Texas Vogue Photography—a fine-art portrait studio based in Buda and Austin, Texas. My work blends artistic direction, handcrafted backdrops, and a heartfelt approach to create portraits that feel elegant, meaningful, and deeply personal.
Photography isn’t just my profession; it’s my lifelong love. I studied fine art and photography at the University of Texas at Austin, and I’ve spent over 20 years refining my craft—from lighting and posing to hand-painted backdrops and heirloom print design. Every detail of your session is intentionally designed to create artwork you’ll treasure for generations.
A Veteran Family With a Heart for Service
As the wife of a Gulf War Navy Veteran, I have a deep appreciation for military families and the sacrifices they make. This gratitude is woven into my business—and as a thank you, I offer a special discount for veterans on regular portrait sessions (excluding mini sessions). It’s one small way I honor their service and support the families who give so much.
My Photography Style
I specialize in:
- Fine-art family portraits
- Maternity photography
- Studio child & milestone sessions
- Senior portraits
- Couples & engagement photography
- Weddings & elopements
- Studio headshots & branding portraits
My style blends editorial elegance, warm natural tones, and a guided, relaxed experience. Whether we’re photographing among the rolling Central Texas Hill Country or inside the studio using my hand-painted canvases, I create portraits that feel timeless, emotive, and authentically you.
Why I Do This Work
I’m a wife. A mom. A person who knows how quickly life changes.
One moment my daughter was a toddler on my hip…and the next she was grown. That realization shaped the heart of my work: to preserve the moments we never want to lose.
I also have a soft spot for big, loving Golden Retrievers, who remind me daily to slow down, laugh often, and cherish the little things. Those simple joys inspire the love and care I pour into every session.
What You Can Expect
When you book with Texas Vogue Photography, you’re getting more than a photo session. You’re getting an experience.
✓ Warm, thoughtful direction
✓ A personalized styling consultation
✓ Curated wardrobe options
✓ Custom hand-painted backdrops
✓ Heirloom-quality artwork & prints
✓ A session designed around your family’s story
My goal is simple:
To help you feel at ease, celebrated, and beautifully seen.
Your images will become the keepsakes your children and grandchildren hold someday—your legacy preserved in art.
My Family Through the Years
