Katie and Tyler:

“We met in 2011 while working at a retail store in Westchase and started dating in 2012. Katie will still claim that Tyler tricked her into going out on their first date to Boston's restaurant in Tampa. Our first date (that Katie may or may not have been tricked into) was perfect. It was from that moment that our story began to take shape. Shortly after that, we met the families. We both have very large families, Tyler introduced Katie to part of his family at a Superbowl party at his Mom and Stepdad's house. When Tyler opened the door, every single person (about 25 people) turned their heads in unison directly at us (thanks guys!). Katie was the first girl Tyler ever brought home, so we imagine that they all knew she was pretty special. When Katie brought Tyler to her parent's house for the first time, she told them she was bringing a friend home for dinner she "forgot" to mention 2 small details. 1. We were dating, and 2. Tyler is 6'7". The first words Katie's dad said were "I didn't know you were bringing a linebacker to dinner, I would have bought more steak". We consider ourselves very blessed in many ways. We have loved, laughed, cried, and supported each other through all of our adventures the last 7 years and are looking forward to a lifetime more. Together, we stand tall (Tyler doesn't have the option not to) and always endure whatever life throws our way. In 2016 we bought our first house together and made it our home. On our one year anniversary of homeownership, Tyler proposed. Katie had no idea that Tyler had bought a ring, talked to her mom, and was ready to start their next chapter together. Tyler presented Katie with a jewelry box, too large to be a ring box, but too small to hold much else. She yelled at Tyler, "What did you buy?! I told you to stop spending money". She opened the box, which was a decoy box and saw the ring box inside. As she opened the ring box, Tyler asked the big question. Katie, shocked, stood there (for what felt like an hour to Tyler), and said YES!

Off we go to start our next chapter. We are so blessed and thankful to share it with all of you! Thank you, everyone, for being a part of our big day. Each of you is part of our story. Family and friends are very important to both of us and we look forward to seeing you from the altar!”

The Wedding Day

Words cannot describe just how beautiful and lively the entire day was for these two love birds. Katie and Tyler both got ready at their venue, the gorgeous Crosley Powel Estate in Sarasota. First thing to do, first look! The couple both got ready with the help of their bridal party. Cufflinks, blue earrings, pearls, suits, dresses and shoes that were specifically chosen to match their specially days’ decor, color and style. Touches of blue EVERYWHERE! The time finally came when they would see each other. Tyler was so excited and happy when he say Katie, all they could do is smile and laugh which was the sweetest thing to witness and capture.

The ceremony and reception were nothing short of more funny moments and laughter. Their love and happiness was contagious and everyone just seemed to exude pure joy and happiness for the day, and the couple. It was simply BEAUTIFUL!

Congratulations to the new mr. and mrs!!!

Lead Photographer | Carlos Rello
Associate Photographer | Alexa Rodriguez