Meet Geoff
Live Oak Lens is owned and operated by Geoff Carlisle (he/him), an Austin-based photographer specializing in portraits, nature photography, and events. His photos have been featured by Texas Monthly, the documentary Making Waves: The Rise of Asian America, New Mexico Magazine, and others.
His journey in photography started in 4th Grade when his parents gifted him a disposable camera. Perhaps inspired by the way his mother meticulously created touching and memorable photo albums all throughout his life, Geoff can often be found with his camera in hand, hoping to provide the gift of a memory preserved in photo that friends and family can hold onto.
Geoff is a former middle school science teacher now working in education policy. To learn more about his professional work, visit mrsciencepants.com. When his camera batteries are charging, you can find him hiking, singing in a choir, and playing viola in an orchestra.
Photo Credit: Brittany Taylor (@britttaylorphotography)
Why Live Oak Lens?
The name Live Oak Lens is a nod to the roots of this business in Central Texas, where the live oak tree is more than just part of the landscape, it’s part of the identity. A branch from the live oak even appears on the official State Seal of Texas.
The photo below shows a tunnel of live oaks in my neighborhood, their branches forming a canopy above the road. These trees, with their expansive limbs and timeless presence, inspire the kind of photography I aim to create: grounded, honest, and beautiful.
Contact Geoff
Interested in working together? Let me know a little about what services you’re requesting, and I’ll be in touch with you shortly. I can’t wait to hear from you!