Ariel + Rodney Step Into The Limelight | Tampa Courthouse | Tampa, FL

An Intimate Tampa Courthouse Wedding

Ariel and Rodney celebrated their love with a simple and meaningful courthouse ceremony in downtown Tampa. It was one of those warm, quiet mornings where everything felt centered around the couple and their closest family members.

We started the day at the courthouse, where the focus was on documenting the small details that make these moments feel personal: the rings, the florals, and the sweet touches they chose for their day. Once Ariel arrived and the ceremony began, we captured the emotion and closeness of the moment in a space that felt intimate and heartfelt.

Afterward, we stepped outside for portraits of the newlyweds. The light, the setting, and the easy connection between them made the photos feel natural and romantic. Their immediate family and their lovely kids joined in for family portraits, creating a soft and genuine set of memories for them to look back on.

It was a simple day, but full of love, the kind of celebration that reminds you what really matters.

Lead Photographer | Gui Scheffer
Associate Photographer | PJ Ricketts

Venue | Tampa Courthouse

Studio 131 Steps Into The Limelight | Studio 131 | Largo, FL

Modern Romance in Burgundy & Olive at Studio 131

Studio 131 in Largo, Florida set the stage for a modern, romantic styled shoot that blended sculptural florals, candlelit tablescapes, and sleek fashion. The palette leaned into deep burgundy, olive and moss greens, warm taupe, and creamy ivory, creating an editorial look that still felt welcoming and timeless.

The Look & Feel

JoBelle Design transformed the Ballroom, Courtyard, Lounge, and waterfront spaces with burgundy anthurium, white calla lilies, trailing amaranthus, and lush greens. Olive velvet linens, clear glass, and tall tapers cast a soft glow, while a minimalist strapless gown and tailored suiting added clean, architectural lines. Every vignette—from an intimate sweetheart table to the oak-tree ceremony setting—was styled to be both photogenic and functional for a real wedding flow.

How It Was Captured

Adrian from Limelight Photography documented the design with an eye for texture, light, and movement, highlighting the contrast between soft candlelight and bold florals. Christina of Heart & Root led her studio’s coverage and added a nostalgic spin with a vintage Super-8–style film camera (yes, the one that goes whir-whir-click). Those film snippets brought a dreamy, tactile layer to the story—proof that modern design and old-school romance play beautifully together.

Why It Inspired Couples

The design proved that couples can be bold and timeless at once: rich, moody florals grounded by natural greens; minimalist fashion balanced by romantic, candlelit atmosphere. It’s a look that translated seamlessly from indoor ballroom to outdoor ceremony, and it photographed like a dream at golden hour.

Ready to book a wedding that feels editorial yet warm? Step Into the Limelight. Let’s design your day and tell your story with style.

Lead Photographer | Adrian Nguyen

Venue | Studio 131
Florist | JoBelle Design
Photography | Limelight Photography, Heart & Root Photography
Cinematography/Content | Northwood Films | Your Wedding Day Film | Celia Rose | Zeynab
Suits | Tweeds Suitshop
Wedding Dresses | Truly Forever Bridal
Hair and Makeup | Chic Beauty by Shiva, Michele Renee The Studio
Cake | CaraMel’s Bakery
Food & Beverage | Dolce Dawn Grazing Co, Care Package Catering
Beverage/Bartenders | Hook Line & Drinker, Skirt & Sip
Entertainment | DJ Queen T, DJ HALO
Live Music | Rachel Durrum Music, Najibo Entertainment
Signage | Bliss Creative ATL
Fashion Stylist | Jessica Manges