Fireworks, Faith, and Forever
Every once in a while, I meet a couple who reminds me why I fell in love with photography in the first place. Alyx and Jordan? Oh, they didn’t just remind me, they shouted it from the rooftops. Or better yet… from Disney’s Boardwalk with fireworks lighting up the sky.
Their love story began in the digital age (thank you, Hinge!), but what they’ve built is timeless. From their very first stroll around Wiregrass in Tampa, stomachs full, hearts fluttering, it was clear that God was already doing His thing. Alyx and Jordan weren’t just dating; they were becoming.
Fast forward to September 20, 2024, a magical date for an even more magical proposal. Picture this: a romantic Disney date, the sun setting behind the Epcot skyline, and Jordy pulling off the ultimate surprise on the Boardwalk. And then… as if the moment needed more sparkle… Epcot’s fireworks lit up the sky. The perfect finale to a perfect question.
What makes them so special isn’t just their dreamy love story or the fact that they are so photogenic. It’s their hearts, grounded in faith, overflowing with joy, and completely synced with each other. They’re best friends who pray together, snack together, work out (together… bless their discipline), and never stop laughing. If love had a soundtrack, theirs would be filled with laughter and worship music, with maybe a little Disney magic mixed in.
Their wedding? Oh my goodness. What. A. Celebration. The kind where you can feel the joy in the air. Where hugs are tighter, dance moves are wilder, and you can't stop smiling because everything just feels right. The day was filled with love, laughter, and a whole lot of dancing (seriously, that dance floor never stood a chance).
As a photographer, I’ve seen all kinds of weddings. But this one? It glowed, and I don’t mean just the fairy lights. I felt honored, deeply honored, to witness something so real, so faith-filled, and so fun. Alyx and Jordan made me feel not like a vendor, but like a friend, like I was meant to be part of their day.
So here’s to the Rays, to a lifetime of date nights, faith-filled adventures, joyful memories, and Disney magic. Thank you for sharing your hearts, your story, and your dances with me.
And if anyone ever says fairy tales don’t exist… just send them this blog.
With love,
Natalia Fontes
(The one behind the camera trying not to cry… again.)
Lead Photographer | Natalia Fontes
Associate Photographer | Josiah Bonilla
Bridesmaid Dresses | David's Bridal
Cake | Publix
Caterer | Embassy Suites Tampa Downtown
Ceremony Site | Embassy Suites Tampa Downtown
DJ | Graingertainment
Event Planner | Eventfull Weddings
Florist | FH Events
Hair Stylist | Crowned by Sisi
Invitations | The Knot
Make-up Artist | By Bride
Reception Venue | Embassy Suites Tampa Downtown
Videographer | Limelight Photography
Wedding Gown | Emelina's Bridal Boutique & Alterations
Officiant | Living by Faith
