Nicole + Travis Step Into The Limelight | THE RESORT AT LONGBOAT KEY CLUB | SARASOTA, FL

The Story of Nicole and Travis is such so romantic and sweet. It all started ten years ago when Nicole and Travis were in their senior year of high school.  Travis walked up to Nicole and asked her help him with an English assignment.  From that point on they started to talk more and become the best of friends then one day after a date to olive garden travis asked her to be his girlfriend and she said yes!  Fast forward 10 years later Nicole and travis were walking along the beach in Key West. That particular night the weather was perfect and love was in the air!  When Nicole looked back at travis she was surprised to see him on one knee with a ring in his hand. Of course she said yes!!!! Their wedding day was full of sunshine smiles and of course coconuts galore! The couple celebrated the union of both of their family as they laughed and danced the night away under the stars and the twinkling of the disco ball. We wish the Poley’s a marriage full of laughs and loves as they continue to make memories together. 

Lead Photographer | Steven Mccarthy 
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz 
Intern | Gabrielle Huffman 

Bridesmaid Dresses | Birdy Grey
Cake | Cakes by Ron
Ceremony Site | The Resort at Longboat Key Club
DJ | Jam All Day Entertainment
Event Planner | Swanky Soiree Events
Florist | Flowers by Fudgie
Invitations | Zola
Officiant | Say “I Do” On The SunCoast | Stacy Prouty
Reception Venue | The Resort at Longboat Key Club
Signature Drinks | Surfing Coconut
Steel Drummer | Steely Pan
Transportation| | Sarasota Trolley
Videographer | Zela Films
Wedding Gown | The White Closet Bridal Company

Laila + Jack Step Into The Limelight | ISLA DEL SOL YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

Laila and Jack’s love story began their freshman year of college… a decade+ ago! In her vows, Laila said that as soon as she saw Jack, she thought “I found my future husband”, but of course she didn’t want to tell any of her new college friends in the case they thought she was crazy. But she wasn’t crazy, she was right!

Laila and Jack’s wedding day was full of details that reflect their love of the beach and shelling, with a ceremony on the beach and seashell decor scattered throughout their reception details. We also loved the non-beach related details of their day, like their choreographed first dance, first looks with each other’s bridal parties, and iconic beer boys who passed out beers during their ceremony. Their wedding was truly a photographer’s dream!

What an honor it was to witness Laila and Jack dedicate their lives to one another and join together in marriage. We are SO happy for these two and wish them so much happiness for the years to come (+ many amazing shelling finds!). Congrats to Laila and Jack!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Steven McCarthy

Bridesmaid Dresses | David’s Bridal and Birdy Grey
Cake | Publix
Caterer | Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club
Ceremony Site | Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club
DJ | Boone’s Professional Events
Event Planner | Breezin’ Weddings | Katie
Florist | Sola Wood Flowers | Bride’s Aunt
Hair Stylist | Destiny & Light Hair and Makeup Group
Invitations | Zola
Make-up Artist | Destiny & Light Hair and Makeup Group
Reception Venue | Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club
Wedding Gown | Once Upon a Dress

Jillian + Trevor Step Into The Limelight | Bilmar Beach Resort | Treasure Island, FL

Jillian and Trevor’s story starts in October of 2017 when they found each other through online dating… and here we are in May 2023 to celebrate their beautiful wedding day on Treasure Island Beach, FL!

Jillian and Trevor, as well as all of their friends and family live out of state, so this was a summer vacation of the books! These two got to spend a sweet week leading up to their wedding day singing karaoke with their bridal party, as well as frequenting the beach.

Then comes the wedding day. Their wedding ceremony was sunny and sandy, taking place right near the ocean. You could see the seagulls flying in the background, accompanied by the sound of Jillian and Trevor exchanging their vows and Trevor’s brother Alex officiating.

Following the ceremony, everyone mingled among the patio at Bilmar, sipping champagne from the champagne wall, and witnessing Jillian + Trevor’s first dance + parent dances. Once the sun went down, the dance lights came on and everyone gathered on the dance floor, with Jillian and Trevor in the center. The energy was unmatched. So. Much. Fun.

We wish these two so much joy and love going into their future together and Mr. & Mrs.! Congrats to Jillian and Trevor—we absolutely loved being a part of your wedding day.

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz
Assistant | Cheyenne Roth

Bridesmaid Dresses | Birdy Grey, ASTR The Label, and Hellomolly
Cake | CaraMel’s Bakery
Caterer | Bilmar Beach Resort
Ceremony Site | Bilmar Beach Resort
DJ | Frank Lebano & Co Mobile DJ Service
Event Planner | Bilmar Beach Resort | Alyssa
Florist | By the Bay Floral
Hair Stylist | Blush N Bridal
Make-up Artist | Blush N Bridal
Reception Venue | Bilmar Beach Resort
Veil Cape | Alyssa Kristin
Videographer | Mangata Media
Wedding Gown | Justin Alexander | Ivory & Lace Bridal

Allie + Justin Step Into The Limelight | THE BIRCHWOOD | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

“So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” —Matthew 19:6.

In 2021, Allie and Justin both found themselves on Hinge. They ended up connecting, meeting, and clicking right away. These two made it official at the end of 2021 and just a little over a year later, Justin proposed!

Justin decided to coordinate with his sister to take photos. Justin’s sister likes photography and so Justin and Allie went to the St. Pete Pier for a photo shoot. At one point, Allie was posed so that she was facing out at the water, and Justin got down on one knee for when she turned around. Right after that sweet surprise, Justin had another planned! Little did Allie know that Justin also had a surprise engagement party set up with their families back at his apartment.

These two had such a sweet wedding celebration at the Birchwood in St. Pete, just a couple of blocks away from where they got engaged! With family photos outdoors in the park, a ceremony set up inside, a cocktail hour of the roof (so beautiful!), and an indoor reception, everything went so smoothly.

These two had so much fun breaking in the dance floor with their friends and family, and we hope that married life is just as sweet and fun! Congratulations to this sweet pair!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Bridesmaid Dresses | Birdy Grey
Cake | Publix
Caterer | The Birchwood
Ceremony Site | The Birchwood
DJ | Grant Hemond & Associates | James King
Event Planner | Enchanted Weddings & Events
Florist | Wonderland Floral Art
Hair Stylist | Sip & Dry
Make-up Artist | Sip & Dry
Officiant | Kevin Wilder
Reception Venue | The Birchwood
Suits | Men’s Wearhouse
Videographer | Grove Film
Wedding Gown | The Dressing Room St. Pete

Morgan + Hunter Step Into The Limelight | Yacht StarShip | Clearwater Beach, FL

In May of 2016 is where it all began for Hunter & Morgan…

These two had mutual friends and met at a bar while in Morgan was in college. In July of 2016 is when they made it official and started dating.

Hunter and Morgan love being on the water and the warm weather that comes with visiting Florida (since these two currently live in Virginia!). They found the Yacht Starship when they were down visiting Hunter’s parents in Clearwater. They went on a tiki boat ride and saw the Yacht while they were out and then immediately looked into it for their big day!

How Hunter proposed: 

Morgan said… “I thought he was hunting per usual on the weekends in November. His mom was in town and we went for a girl's day at one of my favorite vineyards - Upper Shirley Vineyard. We were drinking wine when all of a sudden Hunter tapped me on the shoulder out of nowhere! He walked me down by the water and proposed!”.

We are so happy for these two. Their love and happiness is radiant and they are just so excited to be married after 7 years together!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Bridesmaid Dresses | Birdy Grey
Caterer | Yacht StarShip
Ceremony Site | Yacht StarShip
DJ | Yacht StarShip
Event Planner | Yacht StarShip
Florist | Brides N Blooms
Hair Stylist | LH Bridal Artistry
Invitations | Etsy
Make-up Artist | LH Bridal Artistry 
Reception Venue | Yacht StarShip
Wedding Gown | Grace Loves Lace