LAUREN AND MICHAEL FEATURED IN THE LIMELIGHT |SOUTH SEAS ISLAND RESORT | CAPTIVA, FL

Lauren and Michael are married and they couldn’t be any happier! Light blue waters and warm sands were beneath our feet during a clear skied ceremony at South Seas Island Resort in Captiva FL. Their very intimate wedding was very relaxed yet beautiful and close family made it even more special. Once the sun set, it was time to celebrate the night away at one of the resort’s lawns which also had the endless seascape in the background. Congrats to the newlyweds, I wish you both the best!

 

Lead Photographer | Carlos Rello
Associate Photographer | Alexia Lodwick


Ceremony Site |  South Seas Island Resort
Event Planner |  Kelsey Holloway | South Seas Island Resort
Reception Venue | South Seas Island Resort

ALEXANDRA + DENNIS FEATURED IN THE LIMELIGHT | THE DON CESAR | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

Alexandra and Dennis met at his work. She had to deliver something and he had to get to know her. That he did! He asked her out and she said yes to the date. They grew to know one another and each other's families. They laughed together, loved together, and fish together :).  One beautiful day while his family was around at Disney, Dennis asked Alex to marry him and again she said yes. It was like magic in a magical place. A little over a year later they said 'I do' at the location Alexandra once told her mom while visiting 'I want to be married here'. It was a lovely day...the sun settled into a mist of light clouds as they said their vows to one another. The setting was gorgeous, laughter filled the air, and both of them held such patience but also so were calm and collective during the whole process that I was amazed! At one point, the sun pelted down as we were taking photos and it was HOT! They embraced it with class and a bit of humor in between.  I loved watching their interactions as though amongst a bunch of beach goers, it was just them there. The wedding itself had a classic flare with a beachy implement, one not taking away from the other.  Congratulations to Alexandra and Dennis! Here are a few of our favorites captured on their wedding day!

Lead Photographer | Jess Orthober
Associate Photographer | Sam Farmer

Band/DJ | First Class Events
Bridesmaid Dresses | David's Bridal
Cake | The Cake Zone
Caterer | The Don CeSar
Ceremony Site | The Don CeSar
Event Planner | Cheers! Events
Florist | Carter’s Florist
Hair Stylist | Brides by Kelly Anne + Co.
Invitations | Natalie Duncan
Make-up Artist | Brides by Kelly Anne + Co.
Reception Venue | The Don CeSar
Videographer | Lucky Lemon
Wedding Gown | Reem Acra | Blush Bridal

CHRISTA AND BENJAMIN FEATURED IN THE LIMELIGHT | ST. STEPHEN'S CATHOLIC CHURCH | WISHING WELL BARN | PLANT CITY, FL

Ben and Christa were childhood neighbors. They grew together and found a deep bond. From there they fell in love, they moved together, starting each new journey together and on this day, February 17th , they married. It was a beautiful day, not a cloud in the sky as we started our way to the Wishing Well Barn. Spirits were high and Christa looked radiant as she got ready. What we immediately noticed and admired were how close everyone was there.  They all continued about the day with such celebration and excitement for the two. The families were both close to one another, knowing each other for the last 10 years it was not about combining the families, they were already there it was about celebrating Christa and Ben. Rustic pieces were pulled together with light hues of mint and blush. Lights strung throughout the barn as they danced the night away with friends.  We loved how at ease they were the ENTIRE day! The love filled through the night of celebration with a gorgeous sparkler send off. We are so thankful for the opportunity to capture such a monumental day! Congratulations to Christa and Ben, may God continue to bless you as you move on in your lives together! 

Lead Photographer | Carlos Rello

Bridesmaid Dresses | Weddington Way 
Cake | Alessi's Bakery
Caterer | Mission BBQ
Ceremony Site | St. Stephen's Catholic Church
Florist | Wishing Well Barn
Make-up Artist | Style Seat | Jess Welch
Reception Venue | Wishing Well Barn
Wedding Gown | CC's Boutique

EMILY AND KEENAN FEATURED IN THE LIMELIGHT | POWEL CROSLEY ESTATE| SARASOTA, FL

Emily and Keenan met at a party in college.  It didn’t take long to realize that they had found true love.  Keenan proposed in the backyard of their first house they had just closed on, surprising Emily with a romantic proposal.

They planned the perfect, romantic wedding day to take place at the Powel Crosley Estate in Sarasota.  The Powel Crosley is a historic mansion that sits on the water, with beautiful views, amazing architecture, vintage details and a beautiful outdoor patio area including a beautiful staircase that Emily descended upon to meet her sweet groom at the altar.  It was a beautiful ceremony, the light was beautiful and evenly lit across the guests and bride and groom, then suddenly in the middle of Emily and Keenan speaking their handwritten vows to each other, the clouds opened up and the sun shone straight through lighting the bride and groom in a beautiful golden light… it stayed like that through their first kiss as husband and wife.  It was so magical!!

Following the ceremony was a beautiful reception on the lawn, family and friends ate, drank and danced the night away under the stars and lights.  Such a beautiful wedding day, I am so glad I was able to capture Emily and Keenan’s perfect wedding day!

 

Lead Photographer | Christi Curtis
Associate Photographer | Stephanie Duffany

Band | Delair Entertainment
Bridesmaid Dresses | Wtoo by Watters
Caterer | Milan Catering
Cake | Cakes by Ron
Ceremony Site | Powel Crosley Estate
Event Planner | Milan Catering | Cayton and Breanna
Florist | Flowers by Fudgie
Hair Stylist | Ana Molinari | Amy
Invitations | Minted
Make-up Artist | Ana Molinari | Olivia
Reception Venue | Powel Crosley Estate
Videographer | Petite Fours
Wedding Gown | Martina Liana

MEGAN AND JOSH FEATURED IN THE LIMELIGHT |CASA MARINA RESORT | KEY WEST, FL

Megan met Josh in Orlando while living in the same high rise in Downtown Orlando in 2011 as neighbors.  They say they are very different from one another but all I could see on their big day was how well they complimented one another! Both flowed through their wedding laughing with friends taking in a beautiful sunset together before saying their I do’s for an intimate night ceremony.  Following a beautiful and flawless reception with the sounds of a favorite band of theirs, The Morrison Brothers Band. Megan incorporated navy and blush with pops of gold and ivory to give a nautical and classic feel for this candle-lit beach ceremony, this look and feel was extended into the reception ballroom with gorgeous floral center pieces and illuminating the tables. Megan and Josh were such a fun couple to work with! We loved how adventurous these two were! At one point Megan asked if they could walk out by the water and onto the rocks, give you this was BEFORE the ceremony! I loved her taking such risks and it was WELL WORTH IT!  It was a beautiful day and we were thrilled to be a part of it. Congratulations to Megan and Josh, here are a few a favorites of their wedding day!

Lead Photographer | Jess Orthober
Associate Photographer | Audrey Clifford

Band | The Morrison Brothers Band
Bridesmaid Dresses | Alfred Angelo
Hair/Makeup | Studio Marie Pierre
Ceremony and Reception Venue | Casa Marina Resort  
Cake | Cakes by Karol
Event Coordinator | Just Save the Date | Christina
Florist | Milan Event
Videographer | Wunderdog Productions
Wedding Gown | Martina Liana