Adriana + Matthew Step Into The Limelight | Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club | Tampa, FL

What an amazing journey it has been with this lovely couple. We had the privilege to meet Adrianna and Matt earlier this year to do their engagement session in Lakeland. From the moment I met them, I knew right away just how fun and easy going they were. During our session, I felt a nice connection and the love between them was strong and so visible, it was a delight to capture. Time went by, and we met up with just Adrianna to photograph her in her bridal gown during a bridal session where we focused just on her portraits. She looked STUNNING and was so excited for the big day - we all were!

The wedding day was finally here! Adrianna got ready one last time at her parents home which was very near and dear to her. Once ready, Adrianna got into a a Rolls Royce and made her way to meet Matt at The Academy of the Holy Names which was Adrianna’s high school. There, they said their I-Do’s and were pronounced husband and wife.

The Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club opened up their doors to receive the newly weds and their family and friends. The reception ballroom was fully decorated with tall and low tables, floral arrangements made out of a verity of flowers, greenery and even grapes and a cake that was styled and made to match the linen on which it was placed on. It was truly such a great day full of funny and happy moments between the two and it was such an honor to be able to join them on such a marvelous day. Congratulations to Adrianna and Matt!!!

Senior Lead Photographer | Carlos Rello
Associate Photographer | Alexa Rodriguez

Band | De Leon Entertainment
Cake | Let Them Eat Cake
Caterer | Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club
Ceremony Site | Academy of the Holy Names
Event Planner | Breezin Entertainment
Florist | Fleur by Christine de la Grana
Hair Stylist | Candido Llano CR La Mansion
Invitations | The Write Stuff
Make-up Artist | Makeup by Marissa
Reception Venue | Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club
Wedding Gown | Stella York

Maryann + Michael Step Into The Limelight | Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club | Tampa, FL

Maryann and Michael have a true “puppy love” love story…they met all the way back in kindergarten at the tender age of five years old. Michael proposed at Christmas in 2018 in front of Maryann’s family. Together they share a love of music, food, wine, hockey, going to the beach and traveling. It is a joy to see the compassion they have not only for each other, but for their friends and family; and to witness their shared sense of humor.

Their Rustic, English Garden Cocktail Party was romantic, stress-free, fun and memorable. All guests felt warmly welcomed, entertained, happy and comfortable  Maryann and Michael enjoyed celebrating their future together with their families.

Lead Photographers | Rebecca + Michael Zoumberos

Band | Southtown Fever
Cake | Publix Greenwise
Ceremony Site | Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club
Florist | The Potting Shed
Hair Stylist | The Grand Beauty Spa
Invitations | The Write Stuff
Linens | Kate Ryan Event Rentals
Make-up Artist | The Grand Beauty Spa
Reception Venue | Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club
Wedding Gown | CC’s Bridal Boutique

Kimberly + Will Step Into The Limelight | The Don CeSar | St. Petersburg, FL

Kimberly & Will

Our story began in 2007 at Wharton High School in math class. We became friends after this math class that Will claimed to struggle in - he asked me to tutor him. We both had the same taste in music and were in sports. One time Will let me borrow a Sublime CD that I have yet to return to him. He still asks for it every time he wants to be funny. Years went by we went off to college but  remained friends. After I graduated college we started hanging out again. We enjoyed running, working out and began to travel together. After numerous miles that we ran, weights that were lifted, adventures that took place around the world and 3 years later Will got down on one knee on the beach in St. Petersburg, Florida.  

Kim - Loves Will’s patience . Will - Loves Kim’s ambition. Together they enjoy working out and traveling. 

Their elegant wedding day was inspired by a focus on flowers and a white color scheme.  Their wedding was truly a happy and exciting celebration. Their party had everyone up and dancing! 

Lead Photographers | Michael + Rebecca Zoumberos

Bridesmaid Dresses | Bella Bridesmaid
Cake | Artistic Whisk 
Caterer | The Don CeSar
Ceremony Site | The Don CeSar
DJ | Grant Hemond & Associates
Event Planner | Days Remembered by Natalia Day
Florist | Iza’s Flowers
Hair Stylist | Destiny & Light Hair and Makeup Group
Harpist | Victoria Garcia
Invitations | The Write Stuff
Make-up Artist | Destiny & Light Hair and Makeup Group
Photo Booth | Grant Hemond & Associates
Reception Venue | The Don CeSar | North Terrace 
Videographer | Voila Cinematic 
Violinist | Laurie Vodnoy-Wright
Wedding Gown | Malindy Elene

Gabriella + Michael Step Into The Limelight | The Floridan Palace Hotel | Tampa, FL

Gabriella and Michael met each other during the famous pirate invasion of Tampa event called Gasparilla in 2015. They had been out with friends celebrating when they just so happen to meet at Macdintons. Michael came up to strike up a conversation after just moving back to the Tampa area and the rest is history!

On Christmas Eve 2017, they were at Gabriella's mother's house having dinner. Somehow, Michael had found the time to sneak away and ask her parent's permission to marry me. Michael surprised her with plane tickets to Hawaii, a place that she had always dreamed of going! They left the morning after Christmas and had an absolute blast. On New Years Eve, they went for a walk on one of the private beaches. They sat on the beach when all of a sudden, Michael got down on one knee and proposed. They rang in the new year in Hawaii and could not wait to come home and celebrate with their family and friends!

Gabriella has this to say about her love for Michael, “Michael has an awesome sense of humor, he is a great friend and gets along with everyone! His laugh is contagious and so unique. He keeps me calm and always is my voice of reason. I love to travel with him because he loves trying new things and always keeps an open mind. He works very hard and is a loyal son, is great with his family and mine.”
Together they bring out the best in each other and have a sense of humor and their LAUGHING is contagious! They enjoy lounging by the pool or beach, traveling and cooking together.

They wanted their wedding to be very romantic and traditional. They knew that they wanted to embrace Tampa's culture and show their guests why they love this city so much. Everything felt fresh but still warm with florals and lighting. The Floridan is so iconic and grandiose, boasting the most beautiful architecture and was absolutely stunning during the holiday season. The black tie attire certainly matched the ambiance and set the tone for a glamorous final weekend in 2018!

Gabriella was most excited for her wedding dress and they both loved their band, the florals. They also had some amazing details during the cocktail hour that are unique to Tampa - a cigar aficionado and a flamenco guitarist!

Gabriella and Michael really love to have fun and entertain, and they certainly paid attention to every little at the biggest party they will ever have! They picked out each detail together so that everything at the wedding was a reflection of both of their families and history, and the different pieces that bring them happiness.

So many special emotional moments throughout the day left all of the guests feeling overjoyed and in awe of the elegant decor. You could see and feel the love as Gabriella was first walking down the aisle with her dad, when her dad gave her away and as Gabriella and Michael said their vows. The excitement and celebration of love continued as their shared their first kiss and first dance as husband and wife with all of the most special people in our lives being in one room witnessing their joy.

Lead Photographers | Michael and Rebecca Zoumberos

Band: The Bay Kings Band
Cake: Elise's Pieces
Caterer:  The Floridan Palace Hotel
Ceremony Site: Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church
Cigar Aficionado: Delite Entertainment
Drapery + Lighting: Delite Entertainment
Flamenco Guitarist: Delite Entertainment
Florist: Northside Florist
Hair Stylist: Destiny and Light Hair & Makeup Group
Invitations: The Write Stuff
Make-Up Artist: Destiny and Light Hair & Makeup Group
Reception Venue:  The Floridan Palace Hotel
Videographer:  Voila Cinematic
Wedding Gown: The White Magnolia | Watters Too Dress
Wedding Planner | Taylor Falcon Events
Photobooth: Snapshoot