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Adrian & Andreina’s Smoke Bomb Engagement – Captured by Samantha

Smoke Bomb Engagement Andreina and Adrian met me out in Winter Park for their smoke bomb engagement.  Having fallen in love with Kraft Azalea from seeing prior engagement sessions captured there, they just knew it would be the perfect location for the backdrop of their session. First Introductions Almost five years back, Adrian and Andreina first met on Andrienne’s first …

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Shannon & Steven’s Lakeland Engagement – Captured by Samantha

Lakeland Engagement Brooke and Steven met me out in hidden nearby forest to Lakeland for their Lakeland engagement.  Timing our session to overlap a vacation getaway for the two, while they were visiting from West Virginia, the sun, weather, and backdrop could not have been more perfect. Having met during their junior year of high school, the two didn’t become …

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Ashley & Jake’s Rocking H Ranch Wedding – Captured by Dawn

Rocking H Ranch Wedding Ashley and Jake tied the knot during their Rocking H Ranch wedding in Lakeland, Florida.  The two envisioned a rustic wedding with an outdoorsy vibe. Publix Where Shopping is a Pleasure and You Might Just Find True Love We met working at the Publix Corporate Office in Lakeland Florida and started dating in March 2014. The …

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Shelby & Tyler’s Heritage Springs Country Club Wedding

Heritage Springs Country Club Wedding Shelby and Tyler tied the knot during their Heritage Springs Country Club wedding in Trinity, Florida, just outside of Tampa. The two envisioned a fairytale wedding filled with touches from Beauty and the Beast, like a “Be Our Guest” welcome sign, navy suits – the same navy as the Beast, a golden wedding dress, and …

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Natasha & Warren’s New College Engagement

New College Engagement Natasha and Warren met me out in the heart of Sarasota for their New College of Florida​ engagement. The main hall, a beautiful historic building, was a captivating backdrop for my gorgeous couple. Love at Law School Both attending the University of Florida law school at the time, the two met during their very first year in …

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The Foley Family

Outdoor Holiday Portraits An annual holiday tradition, the Foley family meets me out at a different location every year to capture their family portraits.  I must say that Crystal and Brian’s family have a special place in my heart and it is always so incredible seeing the girls getting older every time I photograph them.  This time around was an …

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Ashley & Ryan’s Casa Lantana Wedding

Casa Lantana Wedding Ashley and Ryan tied the knot at Casa Lantana in Brandon, Florida.  The two tied the knot at the historical home underneath a beautiful tree canopy and partied the night away with friends and family outside underneath the twinkling stars. Welcome to Miami! It is crazy to think that just a few years ago Ashley and Ryan …

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Alyssa & Hunter’s Mission Inn Wedding

Mission Inn Wedding Alyssa and Hunter tied the knot during their Mission Inn wedding in Howey-in-the-Hills, Florida.  A vision of floral accents throughout, an airy feel for their daytime ceremony in front of the fountain, and spending time with their closest family and friends came through in every aspect of their wedding day. First Date on the Football Field My …

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Bridal Tips: Ceremony Procession & Recession

Your walk down the aisle will be emotional, exciting, and filled with love.  From your immediate family, to your wedding party, to yourself, here are a couple ideas of how to arrange how and who should walk down the aisle with you… Procession 1. Family to be Included – your immediate family is important to include for the procession, however …

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The Gonzalez Family

Florida Holiday Portraits Heather and Mark met me out at Lake Louisa State Park with their little one Caden and pup Snuggie for formal portraits.  Sweet friends of mine, I was overjoyed when Heather asked me to capture their holiday portraits again this year.  What has now become an annual tradition, it is always great catching up and seeing how …

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The Rocheford Family

Orlando Holiday Portraits With the holiday season upon us, we have been privileged to capture so many beautiful family portraits.  The Rocheford family has made it an annual tradition to meet me out and about for some adorable pictures of their little ones Graham and Reese, along with mommy Stacia and daddy Chad. Family Traditions Staying at home for the …

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Brittany & Greg’s Sarasota Catholic Wedding – Captured by Whitney

Sarasota Catholic Wedding Brittany and Greg tied the knot during their St. Martha’s Catholic Church wedding ceremony in Sarasota and partied the night away during their Longboat Key Golf Club wedding reception.  The two envisioned a day filled with the essence of Sarasota, from a traditional ceremony to formal portraits on the beach. Vendors Ceremony Venue: Longboat Key Golf Club …

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Vanessa & Tai’s Timacuan Golf Club Wedding – Captured by Anna

Timacuan Golf Club Wedding Vanessa and Tai tied the knot during their Timacuan Golf Club wedding in Lake Mary, Florida.  The two envisioned a Christmas wedding theme filled with the holiday spirit! Disney, Where Fairytale Love Began We met a Disney , we both learned the same show called Festival of the Lion King. He’s a gymnast or acrobat and …

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Sharlyne & Christopher’s Garden Engagement – Captured by Samantha

Orlando Garden Engagement One of my favorite places to visit to enjoy gorgeous natural Florida foliage, Leu Gardens, was also the location for Sharlyne and Christopher’s engagement session. Dressed beautifully in white and pastel blues, the two had a chic dressy casual look that was perfect for their photos. How They Met To think, their story began just over six …

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Cassie & Clay’s Sunrise Forest Engagement – Captured by Samantha

Sunrise Forest Engagement Cassie and Clay met me out at a local park for their adorable outdoor engagement in the beautiful forest at sunrise.  The session was nothing but spectacular and to top it off we were even privy to seeing three baby deer hidden well with the camouflage of the trees and bushes. How They Met Having met back …

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Jordan & James’ Straz Center Wedding – Captured by Amanda

Straz Center Wedding Jordan and James tied the knot during their Straz Center wedding in Tampa, Florida.  The two envisioned a contemporary wedding filled with the essence of the theater. How They Met We met our senior year of college at the University of South Florida – St. Petersburg. What They Love Most What I love the most about James …

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Laura & Shane’s Greenhouse at Dade City Farms Wedding – Captured by Dawn

Greenhouse at Date City Farms Wedding Laura and Shane tied the knot during their Greenhouse at Dade City Farms wedding in Dade City, Florida, which also just so happens to be their home.  Incorporating their rustic style, the two tied the knot underneath grand oak trees, took formal portraits with their pets – including Chewy the camel, and celebrated the …

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Chloe & Shawn’s Intimate St Augustine Wedding – Captured by Anna

Intimate St Augustine Wedding Chloe and Shawn tied the knot during their intimate wedding in St Augustine.  Venturing around the city, our sweethearts took a modern twist with starting out with newlywed portraits and meeting back up with family and friends for their wedding ceremony before a celebratory dinner! Vendors Venue: La Pentola Restaurant