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The People

Charles
JB
Betty
Sue
Robin
              

Charles Parish

Charles Wesley Parish is a Photographic Craftsman and Certified by the Professional Photographers of America.  He was schooled at SAA, TMI, Duke and Trinity University B.S.  He served in the U.S. Army Engineers as a Paratrooper and Aviator.

Charles founded Parish Photography in 1964 with his late uncle George Parish.  He went on to start Alamo Photo Labs, Broadway Party Pictures and Wedding Planners.  He was a founder of the Professional Photographers of San Antonio and served as their President in 1971.  He is currently a member of the Professional Photographers of America as well as Texas and Southwest Professional Photographers.  He is an active member of Alamo Heights Rotary and Chamber of Commerce.

Charles has been married for 51 years to Betty who operates Wedding Planners.  They have worked with over 4,000 events – many of which are second generation!

J.B. Lyde

Jenna-Beth Lyde, also known as “JB”, is a Trinity Alumnus with a business and art background. Parish Photography is grateful to have her creative eye, computer expertise and professionalism. She grew up in the Valley and is thankful San Antonio is also a place with tacos and a rich culture. As part of the Parish Team, she looks forward to building relationships and becoming a part of your memories. With the business being twice her age, Parish Photography is privileged to bring her youthful, creative spirit to the scene!

Betty Parish

Betty Parish runs Wedding Planners, Inc and is one of the premier wedding planners and one of the nicest people you’ll meet in the San Antonio area. Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, Betty is a graduate of Harpeth Hall and Duke University. She married Charles soon after graduation and has been keeping him in line for over 50 years, a job for the strong hearted. San Antonio is privileged to be her home as she is an asset to the community in her involvement with the Junior League and The Battle of Flowers Association.

Wedding Planners, Inc.

Betty has run Wedding Planners, Inc since 1988 with her partners, Sue Bain and Robin Waters.  They are quite the trio and dominate the wedding scene here in San Antonio.  Parish Photography is so thankful to share an office with such a fun spirited group of wedding planners!  For more information about Wedding Planners, Inc, please go to weddingplannersinc.com