Lauren + Donavan Step Into The Limelight | HILTON CLEARWATER BEACH RESORT & SPA | CLEARWATER BEACH, FL

May 23, 2022

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Lauren was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee. She is the only daughter of Robin and Fred Dillon. Lauren has one younger brother, Joseph. Lauren went to school at Harpeth Valley, Bellevue Middle, Hillsboro high, Western Kentucky University. Lauren currently works as a technician at an outpatient clinic at a hospital.

Donavan was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee. He is the only child of Monica and Ken Hibbitt. Donavan went to school at Harpeth Valley, Bellevue Middle, and Hillwood High. Donavan is currently pursuing his own business.

Lauren and Donavan met as teenagers at a bonfire in Nashville over ten years ago. Years passed and they reconnected in 2016. They started to date in July of 2016 and moved in together right away.

Lauren & Donavan enjoy traveling together and exploring new cities and views. They also enjoy amusement parks and thrill rides, and try to go at least once a year to a park. They have two dogs, Rascal and Lady. Lady is always by Donavan’s side while Rascal is always by Lauren’s side.

In July of 2020, Donavan proposed on Lauren family farm and they both have been enjoyed creating the wedding they have always envisioned.

Lauren & Donavan’s wedding day was absolutely stunning, from the gorgeous classic florals, Lauren’s vintage style dress to the most perfect sunset… it was all pure beauty!

We are honored to know Lauren & Donavan, they KNOW how to love and we are here for it!
We wish both Lauren & Donavan a lifetime of happiness 💙

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Miranda Gates

Michelle + Max Step Into The Limelight | Hilton Clearwater Beach | Clearwater, FL

May 21, 2021

Michelle and Max met through mutual friends that were dating at the time. Michelle had a Christmas party and he came with one of her best friend's boyfriend. Max surprised Michelle in front of his house with roses for the proposal! Then they had their family and best friends in the backyard immediately following. Later all their closest friends came over for a party. They love how much fun they have together. They are always laughing and being goofy. They both love lazy days and being with out families. They enjoy watching movies and relaxing. They also love to be with their close family and friends.

Their wedding was stage as a relaxed Family Vacation!! They decided on Clearwater after vacationing there about a year ago. They have always wanted a destination wedding. This was the only time all their favorite family and friends were able to vacation together. They wanted everyone to have an excuse for a beach getaway. They just wanted everyone to relax and get away from the craziness of the world.

The wedding was semi-formal but had totally laid back feel. The dancing was a highlight of the evening!! It was stress-free and a total party for everyone! To personalize their day, they created some of our own center-pieces and decorations.

Lead Photographer | Rebecca Zoumberos
Associate Photographer | Michael Zoumberos

Jaclyn + Matt Step Into The Limelight | Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa | Clearwater Beach, FL

November 5, 2020

What an incredible celebration we had with Jaclyn and Matt!

Jaclyn and Matt met in vet school at Oklahoma State University through mutual friends. Jaclyn was finishing up her first year, and Matt was finishing up his third year at the time. Matt proposed while they were in Florida for Christmas in 2019. Jaclyn recently joined Matt in Sioux City, Iowa where they are practicing small animal medicine together {from http://jaclynandmatthew.minted.us}

They both share a love for animals, adventure, the outdoors and they both have a goofy sense of humor and love to make each other laugh. They enjoy boating, fishing and working on their house together.

Jaclyn grew up in Florida and is a true Florida girl at heart. She loves everything about the beach so it was fitting to have a ceremony right on the sand and a lovely outdoor venue. The outfits were simple yet elegant. The girls chose their own dresses to make sure everyone felt like their best self and beautiful on the big day.

Hilton Clearwater Beach was the perfect setting to tie up their beach theme wedding - which by the way, we LOVED the driftwood ceremony arch created by the father of bride Bill, it made it all come together beautifully! Clearwater Beach never disappoints when it comes to blue skies and sandy feet, not to mention the ever-so-gorgeous sunsets. Jaclyn & Matt's special day was full of family, friends and love and it was an honor to capture these special moments.

Congratulations to Jaclyn & Matt!

#SandalsOnForSamuelsons

Lead Photographer | Audrey Clifford
Associate Photographer | Kara Lerchenfeld

Mary & Brent Step Into The Limelight | Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa | Clearwater Beach, FL

December 3, 2019

Mary and Brent had always wanted to have a beach wedding. With enough effort and planning, Mary and Brent had their dream wedding at the Hilton Clearwater Beach. The two got ready at the Hilton and wanted to do a first touch before the ceremony which was the sweetest moment early in the day. It was time for the ceremony and just like they wanted, it happened on the beach, under a bamboo and floral wedding arch. The couple said their I-Do’s and it was off to party! A tent was located right by the beach which held their reception. This would give them and their guest the full beach experience. String lights lit the reception area and love and happiness filled the area. It was truly an amazing event filled with laughs and pure joy. Congratulations to the newlyweds!!!

Lead Photographer | Carlos Rello
Associate Photographer | Alexa Rodriguez

Karissa + Andrew Step Into The Limelight | Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa | Clearwater Beach, FL

June 13, 2019

Karissa + Andrew met in Dekalb, IL in May of 2011. One of Karissa’s best friends, Miraynda had been dating one of Andrews best friends, Eddie. Miraynda and Eddie decided that they wanted to play matchmaker and through a party one weekend while Andrew was visiting. The next day after the party, Karissa realized she had left her camera in Eddie’s room (yes, she had a separate cell phone and camera). When Karissa got the camera back later that day it was full of pictures of Andrew and all his friends. Andrew and Karissa instantly became friends after that night and started dating about six months later.

How he proposed: Andrew planned a nice dinner and then drinks with a couple of friends to celebrate Karissa passing one of her CPA exams. To get from dinner to the bar where they were meeting their friends, they had to walk past Buckingham Fountain. Andrew stopped Karissa at the beautifully lit fountain with the city skyline as the backdrop and proposed to her. Karissa was completely surprised and totally over the moon! The proposal was everything she ever dreamed of. After the proposal, they left to meet up with all of their best friends and they celebrated all night long!

When deciding where to have their wedding Karissa couldn’t picture having it anywhere other than Clearwater, FL. She had spent a lot of her childhood vacationing in the Clearwater/Dunedin/Tampa area and it is one of her most favorite places! Karissa and Andrew’s wedding was a fusion of Jewish traditions and non-traditions, it was romantic, beachy, and fun as they were so so so happy to be surrounded by all of their loved ones.

Congratulations on becoming husband and wife Karissa + Andrew!

Lead Photographer | Stephanie Duffany
Associate Photographer | Audrey Clifford