A Sunset, a Second Chance, and So. Much. Love.
Some weddings are loud and lavish. Others are soft and simple. But every once in a while, you get to witness a love story that feels like the ocean breeze itself, gentle, deep, and full of life.
That was the case with this unforgettable day. I had the absolute honor of capturing a wedding that wasn’t just a ceremony, it was a celebration of reconnection, laughter, and the kind of love that makes you feel like everything is right with the world.
Lev and Chris met over 25 years ago (yes, twenty-five!), and life, as it often does, pulled them in different directions. But in 2021, as if guided by destiny (or a very persistent algorithm?), they reconnected and this time, they weren’t letting go.
Now, let’s talk about the proposal. Forget hot-air balloons or choreographed flash mobs. These two were chill. They picked out the ring together (because teamwork makes the dream work), and one night, sitting on the couch, Lev got down on one knee. Just them, their couch, and a big beautiful yes. Simple. Perfect. So them.
From the moment I met them, the energy between them was magnetic. You know that couple who finishes each other's sentences and laughs at jokes only they understand? Yep, that’s them. Whether it’s walking together, making magic with wood and lasers (yes, really!), or just bingeing game shows on the couch, they truly just love being together. It’s the kind of love that doesn’t need an audience but lucky for all of us, we got to witness it anyway.
The wedding itself? A sunset beach dream. Casual, beautiful, intimate. No glitter cannons, no drama just waves crashing, flowers dancing in the breeze, and people who really, truly love each other. The bride walked down the aisle with her 3 children at her side, Lev beaming at the end, and I swear there wasn’t a dry eye in sight. I was holding my camera but also holding back tears (spoiler: I failed. I cried too).
What made this day extra special was how it felt. Happy. Relaxed. Loved. Just like they hoped. The ocean, the warm glow of the setting sun, and the laughter of close friends and family, everything blended into the kind of atmosphere that fills your heart and makes you believe in forever.
And me? I felt honored. Not just to document their day, but to feel like part of it. I walked away not only with full memory cards but with a full heart.
Lev and Chris reminded me that love doesn’t have to be loud to be powerful. That second chances are real. And that sometimes, the most beautiful weddings are the ones where love simply speaks for itself.
Here’s to new chapters, sunsets, and soft beginnings. And to two people who fit together, just right.
Lead Photographer | Natalia Fontes
Associate Photographer | Isabella Santos
Cake | Nothing Bundt Cakes
Caterer | Sandpearl Resort
Ceremony Site | Sandpearl Resort
DJ | Grant Hemond | Ben
Event Planner | Lemon Drops
Florist | Lemon Drops
Hair Stylist | Art by Izzy
Make-up Artist | Art by Izzy
Reception Venue | Sandpearl Resort