Julia & Stephen
Wedding Party
Kathryn Brown
Matron of Honor
Sisters by choice and by blood, Kathryn and Julia have had many adventures together. Kathryn is a Houston native who currently resides in Katy, TX with her husband Matthew Brown! She and Matthew have two dogs named Avery and Buster who love to get into trouble together. Fun fact about Kathryn: She co-owns a wedding photography business who will be photographing Julia and Stephen's big day - Cedar & Sage Studios, LLC.!
Charlie Winckel
Bridesman
Charlie is a native Austinite who currently resides in Pflugerville, TX. Charlie and Julia met at Strait Music in February of 2020 and became quick friends! He loves to make art, whether with paint, music, or photography. Fun fact about Charlie: he was a drum major for The Boston Crusaders and he caught Stephen's proposal to Julia on camera!
Jacinda Smith
Bridesmaid
Jacinda is a native Austinite who currently resides in East Austin with her family. Jacinda and Julia first met at Strait Music in February of 2020 and became two peas in a pod overnight! She loves to create music, design makeup, and watch movies. Fun Fact: Jacinda LOVES Harry Potter and is a Hufflepuff at its finest!
Cydney White
Bridesmaid
A Houston native, Cydney enjoys all outdoor life and painting. When she's not teaching, Cydney can be found spending time with her cat, Echo, or painting. Cydney met Julia and Stephen while they were at Texas State University when they shared a class.
Hannah Quach
Bridesmaid
Hannah and Julia first met during their time at Texas State University. After graduating, they became almost inseparable! They make frequent Target runs, shopping trips, and crazy game nights. Hannah currently resides in Georgetown with her long-term partner Alex and their two adorable dogs.
Dakota Sanders
Best Man
Brother of the groom, Dakota and Stephen have had some very rough times as siblings like most siblings. Being 5 years apart had its challenges, but now we live five minutes away from each other, and meet weekly to play Dungeons and Dragons.
Clay Parham
Groomsman
Clay just finished getting his masters at A&M and plans to go to Baylor for his doctorate in the fall. Clay and Stephen met in high school but became quick friends in our Junior year. They played soccer together with a big group of friends twice a week for the entirety of senior year.
Cole Smith
Groomsman
An Austin native, Cole and Stephen were in band together and met in middle school. We stayed friends and ended up playing on the same Ultimate Frisbee team in college. Cole has his Masters from Texas State University and is an Occupation Therapist and enjoying Disc Golfing on the weekends.
Stuart Anderson
Groomsman
Stuart is currently with the United States Air Force, but has plans to go to Law School after his contract is up. Stuart and Stephen met through our mutual fraternity Phi Mu Alpha. Stuart was one of the first people that Stephen talked to when he wanted to start a relationship with Julia, and has been a great friend ever since.
Alex Bulko
Groomsman
Alex currently resides in North Austin with his long-term partner Hannah, who is in the Bridal Party. Stephen and Alex also met through the fraternity Phi Mu Alpha. The friendship wasn't as strong at the beginning, but after Alex started inviting Stephen to go play Basketball at the Rec Center at Texas State University they became quick friends and try to have board game night once a week