Your Space Isn’t Boring — So Why Should Your Photos Be?
Capturing the Heartbeat of Real & Raw 30A Through Collaborative Imagery

When it comes to lifestyle brand photography in Austin, the goal isn’t just to document a space—it’s to bring it to life. Photos shouldn’t feel sterile or staged. They should feel like you’ve stepped inside the brand itself, seeing real people interact with real experiences. That’s exactly what we set out to do with Real and Raw 30A, and we did it collaboratively—with heart, hustle, and community at the core.

Your space is where your brand breathes. It’s where your customers linger, laugh, explore, and connect. It’s where your offerings come to life. So why settle for static images that feel more like a real estate listing than a living, breathing brand?

Real and Raw 30A wasn’t just about showcasing a gorgeous space—it was about telling a story. We approached this as a true lifestyle brand photography in Austin session, focusing on action, energy, and the soul of the brand. From the coffee pours and barefoot toddlers to candid customer interactions, everything was designed to reflect the lived experience inside the space. This is what makes lifestyle brand photography different: it’s alive.

At Alissa Cordoba Brands, we believe in capturing space with soul. That means highlighting the action, the energy, and the people who give your location meaning. Whether it’s a coffee shop, a retail boutique, a wellness studio, or an event space like Real and Raw 30A, your space has a story—and that’s what we’re here to tell.

1. Show People, Not Just Products

Your customers want to see themselves in your space. Let’s show them exactly what that looks like. Imagine cozy corners filled with laughter, hands reaching for curated products, someone sipping a latte by the window, or friends in conversation over brunch. This kind of photography instantly feels more relatable and inviting.

2. Document the Experience

What’s the feeling of being in your space? Is it calming? Energizing? Inspiring? We’ll use movement, real interactions, and lifestyle storytelling to bottle up that emotion and reflect it in every image. The goal isn’t just to show your offerings—it’s to show why people keep coming back.

3. Highlight the Heart Behind the Brand

Your space reflects your vision. Whether it’s the intentional way you style your shelves, the art on the wall, or the playlist you always queue up—your story is woven into every square inch. We bring that story forward by photographing the behind-the-scenes moments, the team that makes it all happen, and the personal touches that make your space yours.

4. Don’t Just Feature the Space—Feature the Life In It

Spaces are meant to be lived in. And so are your brand photos. Action-filled imagery helps your future clients connect faster, trust quicker, and remember longer. It’s the difference between “that place looks cool” and “I have to go there.”

Ashley Ross + Family: @‌mrsrosco3 Grace + Ire: @‌thethriftedspirit Patrick: @‌the30abarista Olivia: @‌oliviaprewitt Adeline: @‌adelineaillet Paulina + kids (Mila, Lazar, Leo, Metta): @‌mrs.paulina.wise Hosts – Erica + Jon: @‌ericaandjon Those are all IG pages, if you can also pull site links that would be fabulous

📸 Your space isn’t boring—so why should your photos be?

We brought the soul of @‌realandraw30a to life by filling the frame with action, emotion, and the people who make this space what it is. From coffee to connection, every corner told a story.

This shoot was a true collab—proof that brand photography is way more than pretty lighting and empty rooms. So thankful for the experience that Erica + Jon created with their Brand Photography Retreat!

Models:
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 @‌mrsrosco3
🌿 @‌thethriftedspirit
☕️ @‌the30abarista
🪩 @‌oliviaprewitt
✨ @‌adelineaillet
💛 @‌mrs.paulina.wise + sweet crew

Hosted by:
🎬 @‌ericaandjon

Venue:
🖤 @‌realandraw30a

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