Crystal & Miguel's November Wedding

The month of November has always been known for "a time of giving and a time to be thankful".....which is why Crystal and Miguel chose the weekend of Thanksgiving,  to give each other their love for one another. The couple celebrated their day with their 1 yr old daughter at their side as they were introduced as husband and wife at the reception.  Luckily for me, the ceremony had ended before the sun had set so I had the opportunity to capture the beautiful colors of the sky. The reception decor was designed by Crystal; the wishing well tree stood on top of the place card table with crystal garland twinkling throughout.  The entertainment and uplighting was provided by Dennis, owner of  Devine Entertainment whom did an amazing job with the monogram on the cake wall. Crystal and Miguel, my best wishes to you both! Thank you deeply for choosing me to capture your special day!!!  

Anne & Rene's 11.11.11 Wedding

Anne and Rene's 11.11.11 love story unveiled on a private rooftop overlooking Ft Lauderdale beach with their 2 beautiful daughters at their sides as they anxiously have been waiting to say, "I do" for the past 21 years.  The ceremony couldn't have been any perfect without both Anne and Rene writing their own vows and well.....maybe Rene tearing up :+)  Anne had planned her dream wedding from Connecticut with the help of family residing in South Florida.  No detail had gone unnoticed; the sea urchin cake was amazing as the other tables were decorated with sweet treats and sea shells.  The estate rental home was absolutely lavish; 4 floors with an elevator, marble staircase, pool table room for the fellas and the list goes on.  Anne and Rene danced the night away with those  closest to them, which is exactly want they had envisioned.  Congratulations Anne and Rene!! I wish you nothing but the best as you begin your marriage together!!!!!!!!!!

The K Family Session

From February till October and 9 months later, Callie is officially 1 yrs old!!!! Callie is quite the curious 1 yr old and as sweet as ever with her sweet blue eyes :+)  The family session included Callie's 2 older sisters in addition to Mom and Dad of course with occasional visits from Ali+Gator (the family's 2 dogs).   Located in the backyard of the property is a horse shed where I've had my first opportunity to carry a 30lb "hay bale"......its def not as easy as it looks but quite the experience!  During this time, I had the chance to take some snaps of the older daughters while Callie was resting up for her 1 yr old birthday party the next day.  Thank you girls, Callie, Melody and Tye for a wonderful family session - I enjoyed the southern sweet tea and hospitality! I look forward to next year :+)

Crystal & Miguel's Engagement Session

Crystal + Miguel = tons of laughs, smiles and giggles!!! These two love birds are tying the knot in late November back in my home town of St Lucie. Crystal, whom I've had the opportunity of  knowing since middle school age has met her life partner in addition to their 1 yr old daugher that I can't wait to meet!!!  Can't wait for their wedding in less than 3 weeks! See you both very soon - thanks for a "breezy" session :+)

A blue dream to remember

Shaelyn and Wesley were married in late September at the Cocoa Beach Country Club. The ceremony was decorated with white roses, candlelight and blue silk sashes. The reception banquet room was a "blue dream to remember" as streams of blue lights lit the room from wall to wall. The blue uplighting was a surprise wedding gift from Wesley......and boy, was Shaelyn surprised as she entered the room for the first time! The music entertainment for the evening was provided by Sophisicated Gents. Two of the wedding party attendants had presented Shaelyn and Wesley with bicycles that were decorated in the lobby with baby formula bottles and Mountain Dew bottles -- very cute!!! To top the evening off, Shaelyn's father, Brad shared an emotional father/daughter dance that brought all of us to tears! Congratulations to Shaelyn and Wesley, thank you for allowing me to be apart of your special day!!!

Family fun with the "L" Family

Sunday "fun days" at its best with the "L" Family at the FIT Botantical Gardens is where I spent my September evening. Spending time with sweet Ava - 9 months old and her handsome/most polite brother, Chase - a 3rd grader was an instant sense of calmness for me. I've been shooting weddings all year round and has been at least 7 months since I've worked with families/children; I was then quickly reminded how much laughter children bring to any parent's heart [eager to get home to my 3 yr old for some cuddles]. Mom and Dad brought reinforcements for Ava.....Grandmother; Gmom did a wonderful job getting Ava's attention as so did Chase :+) While Gmom was attending to Ava, I was able to sneak Mom and Dad off for a few minutes of couple portraits. Thank you all for a fun evening of laughs, lots of smiles, jokes and memories!!!

Gabriela & Brinton's August Wedding

Gabriela and Brinton tied the knot in early August at the magnificent DeSantis Chapel in Palm Beach.  The DeSantis Chapel serves as a house of worship for the students of  Palm Beach Atlantic University, whom both Gabriela and Briton attend as music majors.  I met the couple in July as we discussed their wedding plans and their connection was instantious as they couldn't deny their love for one another!!  The ceremony was breathtaking as the stained glass window provided a religious ambience.  The newly weds walked down the aisle after saying, "I do", with smiles beaming the entire walk down.  The reception commenced at the Embassy Suites in PGA.  Gabriela and Brinton, congratulations on celebrating your nuptials; I wish you many years of happiness and thank you both for allowing me to be apart of your day.

Jen & Matt's Summer Vow Renewal

After 5 years of marriage, Jen and Matt wanted to express to their love for each other  by planning a vow renewal at the Comfort Inn & Suites in Cocoa Beach, FL in late July.  The ceremony and reception decor was provided by KL Weddings & Events as Kristi, the owner provided a beautiful purple ambiance for all guests to enjoy throughout the evening. Jen and Matt served various flavors of cupcakes including Velvet and Carrot to name a few, in addition to having their own personal cake.  The couple literally danced the night away with those most dearest to them.  Congratulations on celebrating 5 years of marriage - wishing you many more years to come! Thank you Jen and Matt for having me be apart of your special day. 

Carl & Keesha's, "A red affair to remember" themed Wedding

In the beginning of July, Carl and Keesha tied the knot at the St. Lucie Botanical Gardens.  The couple planned for an initmate ceremony and reception with their closest and most dearest friends and family.  Both Carl and Keesha are childhood friends of mine, so when they asked me if I was interested in being their wedding photographer, the answer, without a doubt of course, would be "Yes"! The decor was red and white,  making a bold statement from a bride who knows exactly what she wants.  The dessert table offered various cakes and cupcakes of different flavors which the guests loved!  During the reception, Carl and his oldest daughter whom I've know since she was a baby, shared an incredible emotional "father/daughter" dance that brought tears to all in attendance. I wish you both a lifetime of happiness as you begin your marriage together.  Thank you both for allowing me to have been apart of your special day!!

Jack & Kaleigh's "Vintage Inspired" Wedding

The newly weds, Jack and Kaleigh were announced husband and wife at the Suntree Country Club in late June. The colors of blue and green were chosen for their Vintage Rustic themed wedding with green apples served as guest place cards. Kaleigh wore an Oleg Cassini designer wedding dress that fit her perfectly; Jack's attire consisted of a gray suit and lime green tie. Jack had proposed to Kaleigh on Christmas Day 2010 and with both living apart on opposite ends of the state, they planned an unforgettable wedding. Congratulations to you both on starting your journey together. I wish you many years of happiness :+) Thank you for allowing me to be apart of your special day!