AMY AND RICH FEATURED IN THE LIMELIGHT | SANDPEARL RESORT | CLEARWATER BEACH, FL

Amy and Richard met the second week of February of 2015 at a gathering of mutual friends. They didn't start dating right away. It took about 8 months of running into each other on a regular basis to decide to take the leap! This sweet couple was out for a normal Friday "date night" at their favorite restaurant. What Amy didn't know was that Rich had planned with the owner to send them a special desert! He surprised her with a proposal and a "hidden" ring.

Amy + Rich love to entertain their friends and family. They love to do anything outside (especially in the warm weather), be it swimming, going to the beach, hiking. They love going to the movies and a nice dinner and concerts. 

Amy: “I love how passionate, loyal and devoted Rich is. He is my best friend. I love how he makes me want to be a better person. He challenges me to pursue my passions. He loves the children. We have mutual trust and respect. I can be myself around him. He never judges me. He always a has my back and will always stand up for me and my honor. I feel like the most beautiful woman when he looks at me. I love that he gets emotional when he listens to music. He is sensitive and caring. When I am with him, I feel like my heart is being hugged.”

Rich: “I love how strong and driven Amy is. She is smart and well spoken. She is the total package. A great mom and a true friend. I knew very early on that she believed in me and I could feel her support. I love that she gets me even when she doesn't get me. I love her family and the boys. She is beautiful in and out. THE woman I want to spend the rest of my life with. Period.

They found the perfect spot in their favorite part of Florida, just minutes from where they usually stay when visiting. Mom, Susan, recommended The Sandpearl and the rest is history! This modern, romantic, sandy, beach cocktail, paradise wedding celebration was a perfect mix of friends and family celebrating their divinely inspired union and a weekend they will not soon forget. 

The ceremony was a highlight of the day, and their inter-faith and spiritual elements of their union were very unique and personal to the couple. But on a deeper level, they believe their union is one. Their guests have been wishing for each of them and in many cases, they themselves have been witness to from the very beginning. This union truly was bigger than just Amy and Richard.

The reception was a blast; a very memorable weekend that many felt a part of rather then merely spectators. Each guest surely felt blessed, loved and included. First, last and always!

Lead Photographer | Rebecca + Michael Zoumberos
Associate Photographer | Audrey Clifford

Band | DeLeon Band
Bridesmaid Dresses | Each dress was individually selected by each bridesmaid
Cake | Chantilly Cakes 
Caterer | The Sandpearl
Ceremony Site | The Sandpearl
Event Planner | Artistry Designs Group
Florist | Artistry Designs Group
Hair Stylist | Destiny & Light
Invitations | A & P Design
Make-up Artist | Destiny & Light
Photo Booth | Fotobox
Reception Venue| The Sandpearl
Wedding Gown | Kleinfeld Bridal

HONG AND KYLE FEATURED IN THE LIMELIGHT | CRYSTAL BALLROOM TAMPA | TAMPA , FL

It is always such an excitement and pleasure to meet up with lovely couples for a second chance to capture essential parts of their lives. This time around, I had the opportunity to work with the beautiful Hong and her now husband, Kyle. We started our day at the Wyndham Grand at Clearwater Beach to get ready for the big day. Once everyone was ready, Hong made it down to do a first look which happened outside the Wyndham on a balcony with Clearwater beach in the background. This first look gave the couple a chance to have an intimate moment together and within each other’s arms, they relaxed and comforted each other in preparation for their special day.

We made our way to Crystal Ballroom in Tampa where they would say their I Do’s and partied the night away! The room was beautifully lit with draped fabric in the ceilings and turquoise and silver details throughout the room. they said their I Do’s and tied the knot with a kiss and went right into the celebration full of great authentic food, good music and dancing.

What a great time we had alongside Hong and Kyle, it was truly a night to remember.  Wish you both a very long and happy life together with many more adventures. Congratulations to the newlyweds!!!

Lead Photographer | Carlos Rello
Associate Photographer | Alexa Rodriguez

Band/DJ | DJ Jason and associates
Bridesmaid Dresses | Azazie
Cake | Alessi Bakery
Caterer | Hao Wah
Ceremony Site | Crystal Ballroom Tampa
Florist | Beyond Floral
Hair Stylist | Lili's Wedding
Invitations | Vista Prints
Make-up Artist | Beauty Brought Out
Reception Venue | Crystal Ballroom Tampa
Videographer | Chi Photo and Video
Wedding Gown | CC’s Bridal Boutique

KERI AND MATTHEW FEATURED IN THE LIMELIGHT | SALVADOR DALI MUSEUM | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

Keri and Matthew were SO amazing to work with. They met online and hit it off!  On their very first date Matthew brought Keri a potted Calla Lilly, remembering that she had told him that she didn’t like cut flowers.  Keri fell in love with his sweet demeanor and huge heart, the fact that he doesn’t have a mean bone in his body, never a mean thing to say about anyone.  Matthew fell in love with Keri’s perseverance, strength and of course her beauty.  Together they make such a sweet, beautiful, kind and wonderful couple.

With Keri’s love of all things art and literature and Matt’s love of Surrealism and Dali together they planned an amazing wedding.  Guests were greeted by an Alice in Wonderland video displayed on the outside wall of the museum. Keri descended the amazing Helical staircase in the middle of the Dali museum and met Matthew on the middle landing to speak their vows and exchange their rings with all of their family and friends in attendance.

After their gorgeous ceremony on the staircase, they invited all of their guests to join them outside in their Garden Wonderland. The reception was absolutely amazing and so unique with the Alice in Wonderland theme, vintage books and details, teacups, moss, flowers, candles and amazing lighting to finish it off.  The Mad Hatter inspired cake was a work of art.

Congratulations Keri and Matthew, I am so honored to have been able to capture your perfect day!

Lead Photographer | Christi Curtis
Associate Photographer | Kay Kennedy

Band/DJ | Dj Coro, Quezco Entertainment Inc.
Caterer | Puff’n Stuff
Ceremony Site | The Dali Museum
Event Planner | Table 6 Productions
Florist | conceptBAIT
Invitations | Tasha Rae Designs
Reception Venue | The Dali Museum
Wedding Gown | Truly Forever Bridal
Lighting & Special Effects | R-J Vida, The Production Crew
Bar/Bar Tending | uDream Events

 

 

SANTA AND LENNY FEATURED IN THE LIMELIGHT |BAY PRESERVE At OSPREY AND MICHAEL'S ON EAST | SARASOTA, FL

Santa and Lenny first met each other on a blind date set up by her best friend Thuy and  they have been together ever since!!  Lenny set up a romantic surprise proposal earlier this year… on the beach at sunset, a candlelight picnic where he got down on one knee and asked her to be his wife.

Together they planned a perfect wedding day where they would say their vows under a beautiful oak tree with the water as their backdrop. We did have a little rain but it stopped in time for them to say their vows outside on the water just as planned!

The Bay Preserve at Osprey is such a lovely place to get married!  There is a historic house with amazing architecture and amazing natural light.  Followed by a reception at the amazing Michaels on East wine cellar.  The reception was romantic and elegant, with candle light everywhere, wine bottles from floor to ceiling and a wonderful dinner, dancing, toasts and cake cutting.  Santa and Lenny did an amazing first dance for everyone, she even changed into her special dancing dress and then back to her wedding dress to dance with her dad.

It was an amazing day and I am so honored to have been a part of their special day!

Congratulations Santa and Lenny… Thank you for being so wonderful!!

Lead Photographer | Christi Curtis
Associate Photographer | Stephanie Duffany

Band/DJ | Jonathan Cortez: Ace in the Hole Entertainment
Bridesmaid Dresses | Dillards
Cake | Cakes by Ron
Caterer | Michael’s on East Wine Cellar
Ceremony Site | Sarasota Bay Preserve on Osprey
Event Planner | Phil Mancini and Michael’s on East
Florist | Victoria Bloom
Hair Stylist | Destiny and Light
Invitations | Minted
Make-up Artist | Destiny and Light
Reception Venue | Michael’s on East
Videographer | Malachi Cull Allure Cinema
Wedding Gown | The Perfect Dress Store
Officiant | Father Patrick Wenrick

KIMBERLY AND CHRISTOPHER FEATURED IN THE LIMELIGHT | ST. RAPHAEL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH AND THE BAYOU CLUB | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

They met over three years ago ~ how do I know? Well, he sent her flowers on her wedding day with three red roses for each year they dated and for the beginning of the story it was a beautiful one. Kim wanting to make a positive change in her life signed up for a personal trainer and Chris, beginning a career in his did not fathom that he would be meeting the love of his life and best friend that day. Neither were looking, both were taking positive steps and in the process found one another.  Through their time together they found God and one another. A beautiful and significant dedication. And then, on 11.11.2017 they said their I do’s and I will infront of their loved ones at St. Raphaels Catholic Church where Kimberly’s family has had history in building and Kim herself had her first beginnings there.

It was a lovely day, I was so encouraged by these two as their positivity and beauty shined through the entire evening! They are both kind and are very much ying to the other’s yang. They floated their way through the day with so much love, laughter and celebration! Congratulations to Kimberly and Christopher! May God continue to shine down on you with the love and light you exude on others and more so!

Lead Photographer | Jess Orthober
Associate Photographer | Audrey Clifford

Band/DJ | Grant Hemond & Associates
Bridesmaid Dresses | Davids Bridal
Cake | Cakes by Carolynn
Ceremony Site | St. Raphaels Catholic Church
Florist | 2Birds Events
Hair Stylist | Chrissy Parker: Truvy Salon & Spa
Invitations | Minted
Make-up Artist | Femme Akoi Beauty Studio
Reception Venue | Bayou Club
Wedding Gown | Davids Bridal