Rachel + Joe Step Into the Limelight | Sunken Gardens | Dali Museum | North Shore Park | St. Petersburg, FL

It all started when Joe’s mom and a friend of Rachel’s mom had a brilliant idea! Why not set them up? “Yes! Rachel + Joe would make a great couple” .They were not wrong! {mamas know best}
After two years of dating, Joe decided it was time to propose. They lived in the Florida Keys at the time and Joe had the perfect spot to pop the question. At their favorite reef, how unique is that?
They are in the process of planning their wedding at the historic Vinoy® Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club in October of 2019.
We had the pleasure of getting to know this couple during their engagement session in Downtown St. Pete, as we captured sweet and romantic moments at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, The Dali Museum and North Shore Park.
We are so honored to be a part of this couple’s love story and we cannot wait until we get to capture their big day! We have feeling it will be pretty amazing.
Remember folks, enjoy the process and invest in what will last forever!

Photographers | Rebecca + Michael Zoumberos

Stephanie + Joshua | Step Into The Limelight | St. Augustine, FL | Engagement Session

Stephanie and Josh met while working on the same floor as nurses at Florida Hospital. Stephanie says it took Josh FOREVR to finally ask her out! Josh officially first asked Stephanie to be his girlfriend in St Augustine on the Mantanzas River near Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. When it came time to propose, Stephanie and Josh were on another trip to St Augustine and he planned to pop the all important question at the same exact spot. However, they were with a group of friends and one of their friends suggested while were on the opposite end of the fort - “Hey! Josh! This spot looks good!” So Josh went with the flow and got down on one knee and asked Stephanie to marry him. t only made sense to photograph their engagement portrait session in St Augustine and include these two very meaningful locations. 

A misty, foggy, romantic morning in historic St Augustine set the perfect backdrop for Stephanie + Josh’s engagement session.💛✨ We also photographed Bridge of Lions, Lightner Museum,  George Street + Historic Shopping District and inside Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. We stopped along the way  at Taverna Del Cabalo  - a favorite place they enjoy the Augustine Mules - a handcrafted cocktail created from local-made St. Augustine Vodka, Ginger Beer and lime juice.

An unexpected blessing - we passed a St Photios Shrine Greek Orthodox National Shrine...we were able to get inside and capture a moment as Stephanie and Josh prayed together. 🙏🏻 A divine moment of serenity - they will be married at Holy Ascension Greek Orthodox Church in Clearwater, FL next November.  We cannot wait!

Lead Photographer | Rebecca Zoumberos
Associate Photographer | Michael Zoumberos

Venues:
Bridge of Lions
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
Columbia Restaurant
George Street
Lightner Museum
St Photios Shrine Greek Orthodox National Shrine
Taverna Del Cabalo

Rebecca + Andrew Step Into The Limelight | Dunedin, FL | Engagement Session

Don’t you just love meeting new people?
I had the pleasure of meeting Rebecca + Andrew this month for their engagement session in Dunedin. Oh and they brought their lil puppies {too darn cute!}
Rebecca + Andrew will be getting married next June at Wyndham Grand in Clearwater Beach and we could not be more excited!
Ladies, find yourself a man who will smile at you the way Andrew smiles at Rebecca!
They are so in love, it’s the sweetest thing to see.
Enjoy your engagement to the fullest!

Photographer | Dafne Spencer

MEAGAN + BARRY STEP INTO THE LIMELIGHT | THE FLORIDA AQUARIUM | TAMPA, FL

Meagan and Barry were married in a beautiful ceremony and reception at the Florida Aquarium!  Meagan had always dreamed of having her wedding at the aquarium surrounded by the sparkling turquoise waters and sea life of the coral reef tank for her ceremony and a reception designed with blue lighting and dendrobium orchids, which were the perfect compliment to the color palette of the space!  The couple said their vows and exchanged rings in front of the majestic under sea tank accompanied by fish, sharks and sea turtles and celebrated in the new Mosaic ballroom with their closest friends and family!  Their daughter Sydney was so sweet as the flower girl and I am happy that we were able to capture a few loving moments between her and her parents on this special day!  I loved the romantic moments we photographed of the newlyweds together backdropped by the water and in the rock windows of the wetlands!  I loved the energy of the reception as the happy couple celebrated and the fun sparkler send off from their guests!  Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. Rome!  

Lead Photographer | Sarah McDonald
Associate Photographer | Audrey Clifford

Bridesmaid Dresses | David’s Bridal
Cake | The Artistic Whisk
Caterer | Aramark
Ceremony Site | The Florida Aquarium
DJ | IDVES
Event Planner | Days Remembered
Florist | Craig A. Beckinger
Hair Stylist | Angela McDowell
Invitations | Zazzle
Make-up Artist | Glam Kings LLC
Reception Venue | The Florida Aquarium 
Wedding Gown | David’s Bridal

KRISTEN AND ERIC STEP INTO THE LIMELIGHT | DUNEDIN, FL

Kristen + Eric first met on Cape Cod but now live in their new hometown of Dunedin, Florida. The city accommodates their very active lifestyle and love of everything outdoors, including, fishing, kayaking, biking, the beach, and craft breweries. It was evident upon meeting them that they are such a playful couple, full of love and admiration for one another. I am honored to be able to capture their engagement and also very excited for their upcoming wedding at the historic The Fenway Hotel, in Dunedin Florida. 

Congratulations Kristen + Eric on your engagement!

Lead Photographer | Stephanie Duffany