I began my formal education in photography in 2001 and have continued to learn and become inspired ever since. From intense professional photography school each year to workshops, retreats and other educational opportunities I have grown as a photographer and continue to do so every day. I opened my business in 2002 and have since been a proud member of Professional Photographers of America as well as Texas Professional Photographers of America. Every child, family, person and pet that I photograph is unique and special in their own way. I feel blessed and honored to be trusted with so many memories. I love what I do and appreciate the opportunity to preserve your special memories too. Thank you!
Served areas
- Round Rock, TX, Pflugerville, TX, Georgetown, TX, Austin, TX, Cedar Park, TX
Associations and certifications
- PPA, TPPA
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I'm a photo loving mom who loves family, football, Mexican food and our super cool dog named Cru. My love of photography started at an early age in my hometown of College Station, TX when my dad went through a photography phase and created a darkroom in our house (I'm still not sure my mom loved that idea) - but I was bit hard by the shutter bug.
For business, social media, marketing, acting, modeling, or just personal portraits, the need for an updated photo these days is growing. An online proof viewing to select your images. 2 final retouched images in high resolution, perfect for marketing materials or posting online. Additional images can be purchased at $50 each.
We will work together to create a custom senior portrait experience that truly represents you, your style, your personality and your story. I promise to make you feel comfortable in front of my camera and capture the real YOU! I will help you throughout the entire process so you feel comfortable and love your photos.
Reviews (13)
Natalie Berry
Jun 06, 2022
Mary Barnett provided a stellar experience for my 4 seniors. Not only were the pictures perfection, their shoot was so much fun! She spent a great deal of time with us and made the whole experience one they will never forget. Thank you, thank you for a wonderful time & the beautiful photographs that we will treasure for a lifetime!
Jennifer Lane
Jan 23, 2022
Nicole Alberda
May 18, 2021
Mary has been capturing our family portraits for many years and providing beautiful keepsakes that we will cherish for a lifetime. She makes the entire process enjoyable for everyone. This year having a Senior was amazing working with her. She went above and beyond to make an unprecedented year feel memorable and a 2020 graduate feel just as important as any other!
Shawn Thompson
Apr 09, 2020
Mary Barnett is one of the best photographers around! She's creative, super fun & professional. I've purchased many products from her and they are all top quality! She took my son's senior pictures, my daughter's senior pictures and our family pictures. I've been thrilled with every session! We even decided to do a 2nd senior session for my daughter and I'm so glad we did. The pics from each session were so different yet equally fabulous! I highly recommend Mary Barnett Photography!
Tracy Tangedal
Feb 10, 2020
I am so grateful to Mary Barnett for the amazing senior photos she did for both my son and daughter. The experience from beginning to end is a treasure in itself. Mary will guide you every step of the way to capture the greatest photos you will have for a lifetime. Anyone that chooses Mary Barnett photography will not be disappointed. She will bring out the very best in your senior!
Gayla Dailey
Jan 31, 2020
Mary Barnett Photography is the best in the business. She knows just how to capture the personality of the subject she is photographing. Don't stress about finding the perfect location or setting because she already has that figured out. She will make sure that you feel comfortable and what I love the most is that her pictures don't look "staged". I cannot wait to see my senior's photos! I highly recommend Mary Barnett Photography!
Angela Avogaro
Jan 14, 2020
Mary Barnett is hands down the best photographer in Round Rock. I am so thankful we decided to make the investment in senior photos with her as we got more than we could have imagined. I am very picky about photography. Does it look natural but not cheap? Do the locations and backgrounds look unique? Do the subjects look their best while still looking like themselves?
I think Mary has a very unique talent to select locations that represent the individual style of the subject and coordinate them with the outfits of the subject's choice. She is very fun to work with and makes you feel comfortable in what is a typically awkward situation. Her end result are photos that capture not just the beauty of the person/people in the photograph but that also show off their unique personalities as well.
She photographed our senior a few times over the course of the year and I was blown away every time. The quality of her prints is top notch as is her personal packaging and presentation of everything she does. I 100% recommend her to anyone looking for the best of the best in personal photography.
I think Mary has a very unique talent to select locations that represent the individual style of the subject and coordinate them with the outfits of the subject's choice. She is very fun to work with and makes you feel comfortable in what is a typically awkward situation. Her end result are photos that capture not just the beauty of the person/people in the photograph but that also show off their unique personalities as well.
She photographed our senior a few times over the course of the year and I was blown away every time. The quality of her prints is top notch as is her personal packaging and presentation of everything she does. I 100% recommend her to anyone looking for the best of the best in personal photography.
Ashley Blake
Dec 12, 2019
There is simply no better photographer in the Greater Austin area. Mary has photographed all three of my seniors (two boys and girl) and she has exceeded my expectations every time! She's creative, flexible and her #1 priority is capturing exactly the shot you want. Plus she makes it fun! Highly recommend.;)
Christa Heath
Dec 10, 2019
Mary Barnett has taken many truly amazing photos of our family over the years. Most recently, she took Graduation photos of our youngest daughter and she truly captured her youth and spirit. Mary is wonderful to work with, creative with settings and truly listened to our vision of the output. For any major family photo shoot, Mary is the ONLY photographer we will use.
I wish there were "6 Stars", because "5 Stars" isn't good enough to show what an awesome job she does. Then again, if you look at the collection of her work, it speaks for itself. Thank you Mary, you will always be a part of our family memories.
I wish there were "6 Stars", because "5 Stars" isn't good enough to show what an awesome job she does. Then again, if you look at the collection of her work, it speaks for itself. Thank you Mary, you will always be a part of our family memories.
Lisa McCracken Hassel
Stephanie Kruger
Alison Hozeski-Dunch
Kennedy Kiemsteadt