Kaye Marvins

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In 1935, third generation portrait photographer Kaye Marvins and his wife, Sonia arrived in the small city of Houston. Their dream to start a studio dedicated to the finest quality portrait and wedding photography and warm personal service. Soon that dream was a reality and Kaye Marvins Photography became famous not only in Houston but all over the United States.
The Studio became one of the first in the world to offer color portraits and color wedding coverage's. And, building on his fathers expertise in natural lighting, Kaye introduced the country to the outdoor portraiture that is so popular today. Portraits made be Kaye Marvins Photography have even been to the moon!

Today, fourth generation Master Photographer (MPhotogCr) Buz Marvins carries on the tradition and the innovation. He is honored to be photographing the grown children and grandchildren of many of the Studios original clients. We invite you to look through the website and discover the Kaye Marvins difference. Then, give us a call and let's discuss your portrait, wedding, or corporate photography ideas.

Your Pre-Sitting Conference
Memorable portraits begin with a pre-sitting conference with Buz Marvins so we can get to know each other and discuss the look you have in mind. And we will be happy to help with ideas on clothing, backgrounds, posing styles and location. Whether you choose casual or classic, color or black and white, our goal is to help you create portraits youll treasure for a lifetime.
Our Place Or Yours
The Studio - Indoors and Outside
We are located in one of Houstons fine old homes. Here youll find a full range of classic and contemporary studio backgrounds, shady porches, sunny window seats, and year-round gardens designed for beautiful portraits.
Parks and the Museum District
Just a couple of minutes from our front door are dozens of unique parks with every kind of setting you can imagine. From formal gardens to lakes and bridges, the choice of yours.
Home and More
Appointments at your own home or vacation home are special and have even more meaning as the years go by. Sittings can also be done in the Woodlands, Pearland, Clear Lake, Katy and Galveston. And, be sure to check the dates on our yearly portrait outings to the Beach, and the Texas Hill Country.

Your Portrait Sitting
Whether its a family group of twenty, a CEO or an active two year old we take the time to make sure everyone has a wide variety of poses and expressions from which choose. Be prepared for a pleasant and relaxing experience. Buz Marvins is experienced in putting everyone at ease and capturing just the right expressions.

All of your Kaye Marvins Portraits are custom printed and retouched. Its a difference you can see and enjoy for years to come. And, after you choose your favorite poses, select from a variety of print finishesin color, black and white, artist canvas, watercolor, Victorian tints and more.

We invite you to give us a call and come to the Studio to see the Kaye Marvins difference yourself. We would love to meet you and help you plan your special portrait or wedding.

We are located at 4401 Montrose Blvd. in Houstons Museum District.home to all of Houstons major museum, dozens of unique parks, Rice University, and many of Houstons finest restaurants.