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Yarely & Adolfo’s Crystal Ballroom at Sunset Harbor Wedding

The Crystal Ballroom at Sunset Harbor set the stage for Yarely and Adolfo’s wedding day.  Glamour would definitely be the one word that summarizes their special day, which could be found in all the little details from crystal accents to chiavari chairs. Yarely and Adolfo’s story began in the Summer of 2015 while at a Tampa Bay Rays game.  Invited …

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Bridal Tips: Planning Your Wedding Reception

From dining to dancing, planning your reception should be just as much fun as planning your ceremony. Here are a few things to consider when it comes to your reception timeline, planning the beats you will be dancing to, and of course events to include during your reception: 1. Music – such an important factor of the reception portion of your …

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Megan & Matt’s Coffee Shop Engagement

Megan and Matt’s coffee shop engagement was the perfect way to kick off their wedding year by snuggling up while it was raining outside.  Our early morning plans for their outdoor engagement took a turn for the indoors when Barnie’s Coffee allowed us to use their shop as the backdrop.  Fortunately, the rain calmed down just long enough for these …

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Baby Luke’s In-Home Newborn Session

Thinking back to a few years ago when I was searching through Instagram of wedding photographers who inspired me, I would have never guessed how fortunate of an opportunity I would have to find Steve.  I was immediately drawn to the vibrancy and quality in every image he posted showcasing one beautiful wedding after the next. Feeling like the small …

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Stacey & Andrew’s Sunrise Rollins College Engagement

Stacey and Andrew met me out in the heart of Winter Park for their Rollins College engagement.  Waking up early, we started our day off on the lake’s shore before exploring the campus, and finally ending at ORMC where my sweethearts first met. It is incredible to think that just four years ago, these two met by chance at work.  …

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Nicole & Andy’s Leu Gardens Maternity Session

Wedding photography is so much more than just one very special day.  It goes beyond capturing the start of a couple’s journey through life together as officially Mr. and Mrs. to capturing them becoming a family.  Nicole and Andy are two wonderful people that have become great friends over the past year after I photographed their wedding. Now transitioning from …

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Bridal Tips: Post-Wedding Checklist

Your checklists aren’t quite over after the big day has come and gone.  With so much excitement leading up to your wedding, it is crazy to think how quickly it flew by as you celebrated with friends and family.  Living in the moment during your special day is so important, and remembering those who celebrated with you is just as …

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Bridal Tips: Accessorizing Your Sweetheart Table

1. Placement – I mean seriously what a stunning view!  When picking where you would like your table, consider the backdrop and placement within the room.  Jacquelyn and Hamilton placed their sweetheart table against a massive window featuring the gorgeous view their ballroom had to offer.  I love how backdrop brought in the Florida sunshine! 2. Luxe it Up! – Romance was the …

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Karly & Aaron’s Dreamy Destination Paradise Cove Wedding

Karly and Aaron tied the knot during their destination wedding at Paradise Cove. Traveling all the way from the United Kingdom, these two hopped, skip, and flew across the Atlantic Ocean with their friends and family for the special occasion. Just out of a Nicholas Sparks novel, Karly and Aaron were destined to be together since kids. Each of their …

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Bridal Tips: Getting Ready Outfit Ideas

The hours leading up to your wedding should be filled with absolute excitement as you pre-celebrate with your bridesmaids (and bridsmen!) in your bridal suite.  Cheers in style with some of these adorable outfit ideas… 1. Silk Robes – Kara looked absolutely darling with her bridal party in their floral silk robes.  I loved how her robe matched perfectly in print but different …

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Lauren & Brian’s Puppy Love Kraft Azalea Engagement

Lauren and Brian’s sunrise engagement at Kraft Azlaea with their pup Lola was the perfect way to celebrate their recent engagement and upcoming wedding in May.  As the golden light of the morning sun beamed down on the two (well three!), it was clear as day from the start that I knew their session would be one for the books! …

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Larisa & Ian’s Vintage Lilac and Grey Wedding

Larisa and Ian said officially said “I do” during their intimate wedding at the historic Longwood Community Building. Situated in the heart of downtown Longwood, the iconic light blue building is both a piece of history and where history is made. You may remember my couple from their family engagement session in downtown Winter Park off of Park Ave. From …

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Bridal Tips: Honeymoon Planning

Let’s be real – honeymoon planning is definitely one of the most exciting things to plan during your wedding.  I love finding out where my couples are traveling and what tips they kept in mind when planning.  Here are a few of the latest questions and tips we have had from our amazing couples: 1. Credit Card Points by Danielle …

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Bridal Tips: Wedding Day Timeline

For this month’s edition of Bridal Tips, we wanted to chat about timelines and how they affect your overall day.  A well thought out timeline will make all the difference from keeping the ceremony time on track to ensuring dinner is brought out in time. Every wedding is different, so a few things might vary from the recommendations below.  Just …

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Ashley & Brandon’s Plantation Oaks Farms Wedding

Ashley and Brandon tied the knot during their elegant and rustic chic wedding at Plantation Oaks Farms in Callahan, Florida.  The two envisioned a day filled with the love of their family and friends as they tied the knot outside under a 50 year old oak tree and partied the night away in an elegant indoor barn ballroom. My sweethearts …

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Sherri & Michael’s Elegant Leu Gardens Engagement

Leu Gardens Engagement Sherri and Michael met me out in the heart of Orlando at Leu Gardens for an elegant outdoor engagement session among the gorgeous foliage that the park has to offer.  Tying the knot at Banyan Resort in Malabar this December, the two loved the classic look of Leu that is right in line with their historic wedding …

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Chelsea & Steve’s Plum and Maroon Vintage Wedding

Chelsea and Steve tied the knot during their Courtyard at Lake Lucerne wedding in the heart of downtown Orlando.  The historic I. W. Phillips House where they said their “I do’s” was the perfect backdrop for their vintage wedding vibe. Chelsea and Steve’s story began by fate, when they happen to meet in passing while on vacation through a mutual …

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Bridal Tips: Engagement Sessions

With so much planning to be done for your wedding day, it is important to remember to plan for the special moments leading up to your special day as well.  For this month’s bridal tips, I wanted to focus on engagement sessions. 1. Style – think of the style you would like to have for your engagement.  Will it be …

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Sarah & Steve’s Bohemian Maternity Session

Capturing a maternity session is always a beautiful experience, which the session even more special since it was for my dear friends Steve and Sarah. Little Luke Alastor will soon be making his appearance in just a few short months. In the meantime, Sarah and Steve wanted to commemorate the time leading up with a beautiful, whimsical, outdoor maternity session at Green …

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Bianca & Tim’s Golf Engagement

Bianca and Tim’s themed golf engagement was the perfect idea to showcase Tim’s love of the game and their love of spending time with one another.  I must say I have always wanted to do a themed sports engagement so when Bianca approached me with the idea, I was over the moon with excitement.  I met my sweethearts out at …