Mandi + Justin Step Into The Limelight | The Resort at Longboat Key Club | Longboat Key, FL

September 8, 2020

We absolutely loved being a part of Mandi & Justin’s intimate ceremony…
They graced us with so much passion and love, we shed lots of happy tears.
They met online and have been doing life together ever since.
Justin had the biggest surprise for Mandi the day he proposed to her. Justin had their realtor call Mandi to schedule a walk through to go over some of the punch list items they had fixed. When she opened the door to the house, Justin was there on one knee in front of her. She now gets to think back to that day whenever she walks in the front door of their home (how memorable!)

They love to go out to nice restaurants, relaxing in their pool, traveling to new places and they have two dogs that they LOVE very much!
Mandi loves that Justin is so supportive and is always there for her when she needs him. He is trustworthy, reliable and an excellent leader. Justin loves that Mandi is caring, loving and supportive of him, even when it's not easy to be. He loves that she challenges him to be a better man, he loves that he knows she will be there for me no matter what the obstacle is.

Originally they had a more elaborate wedding planned. Mandi’s Grandfather had a health scare a few weeks ago and they realized that if the closest people in their lives wouldn't be able to see them get married, there was no point having it. Within 24 hours they canceled the wedding and started replanning (for the 3rd time!). Mandi & Justin were actually so excited about this intimate ceremony and that their parents and grandparents would get to be there to watch the exchange their vows.

Mandi has been coming to Longboat Key since she was 1. Her Grandparents bought a condo there and then moved there about a year after (to St. Petersburg). Mandi's Mom and Step Father moved to Bradenton when they retired. When her parents divorced when she was 13, she moved around a bit but Longboat Key has been the one constant in her life. Mandi couldn't wait to share Longboat Key with Justin because it's a such a special place to her.

Just the fact that they were able to pull it together this quickly and change on a dime actually is pretty indicative of who they are as a couple. It is a huge reason they know that they are meant to be together. Covid actually brought them closer together and even stronger as a couple. They were able to be a really good team making tough decisions and then not dwelling on them.

Their wedding day was a true example of letting love take center stage… they celebrated their LOVE beautifully and shared these beautiful moments with the ones who matter most - family!

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Nick Brown

Rosario + Roger Step Into The Limelight | University of Tampa | Tampa, FL

August 18, 2020

Rosario & Roger are full of life and always up for an adventure!
They met online and hit it off right away, there is no denying their love for one another… it’s simply natural!
Roger proposed to Rosario during a surprise helicopter ride overlooking the ocean and the beaches of St Petersburg & Clearwater FL { I mean, how romantic is that?}
They love making each other laugh and enjoy salsa dancing, singing and playing guitar, binge- watching Netflix, fine wining & dining, traveling, boating… their engagement session was loads of fun, their personalities truly shine when they are together and I could’t be happier for them and their beautiful silver, navy and lime green journey! I just loved how they incorporated their wedding colors into their engagement session {made my heart happy!}
Now we anxiously await, October 10th - The BIG day!
They will be saying their vows at The Tampa Club and I am so here for it.
I loved meeting these two amazing souls and cannot wait to celebrate their love real soon.
Happy Wedding Planning!

Senior Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer

Daneel + Brett Step Into The Limelight | Exalted Word Ministries + Iavarone's Italian Steakhouse | Tampa, FL

August 12, 2020

Two years ago, Daneel and Brett’s love story started. One night, Brett unexpectedly got down on one knee, to the song I do by Natalie Cole, and professed his unconditional love to Daneel.

They love each others patience and caring nature. Daneel and Brett had their wedding at the couple’s family church and Brett’s favorite restaurant. The day was full of love and loved ones. We were honored to be a part of their big day!

Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs!

Lead Photographer | Audrey Clifford
Associate Photographer | Alexa Rodriquez

Lizzy + Tanner Step Into The Limelight | Henderson Boulevard Church of Christ + Hilton Tampa Downtown | Tampa, FL

August 12, 2020

Elegant, timeless, and romantic…

Lizzy + Tanner’s wedding day was filled with happiness and love as they celebrated with their closest family and friends. Church of Christ was selected as the ceremony site, because it is the church that they will one day raise their family in.The ambiance was beautiful and elegant, yet laid back and fun which perfectly reflects Lizzy and Tanner as a couple.Two very special details include the peacock feather in Lizzy’s bouquet to represent her grandfather and her grandmother's wedding band.

This adorable couple originally met in 2016 at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers cheerleading auditions. Tanner was the trainer for the team and Lizzy was auditioning. Tanner trained the team that summer, but then moved back home to NC. They kept up on social media and one day he saw a picture of Lizzy that her friend had posted and he slid in her DMs. They started talking, he started visiting, and 9 months later he moved back to Tampa! Together they enjoy being couch potatoes, working out, spending time with family, cooking/eating, and going to sporting events (mostly baseball). The proposal story is AMAZINGLY sweet....get your box of tissues ready and click here to see for yourself! Click here!

In their own words.... “I love that he is a man of God, that he loves me more than anything, that he's handsome, kind, caring, funny, and a family man.” ~ Lizzy

“I love how genuine Lizzy is, how sweet, loving, caring, and honest she is. She always knows what to say to cheer me up, always knows how to handle any adversity we face, and one of the most selfless people I have ever met. She is such a hard working person, and she amazes me with how she handles everything on her plate with such ease.But most importantly,I love how much she loves me.As hard it is for me to believe that she could see anything worth loving in me, she loves me unconditionally.”~Tanner

Lead Photographer | Rebecca Zoumberos
Associate Photographer | Michael Zoumberos

Kiley + Brandon Step Into The Limelight | Don CeSar Hotel | St. Petersburg, FL

July 22, 2020

Kiley & Brandon met in undergrad about 4 years ago… on Tinder!

They somehow landed on the exact same path of med school. Completely by chance. There has been a never-ending stream of events that should never happen that have led them to be together.

They have gone to med school in different countries together, both have had emergency surgeries together…packed up their lives in three hours to escape a crisis and return to the US... the list goes on! And somehow in the middle of med school, trying to get licensed as physicians, and moving over seas and back again they still managed to plan a wedding!

Here’s what they love about each other…

Kiley: "He is the most genuine person I have ever met. I feel like a queen when I am with him. It's like everything he does is to make me happy. I have never met a more kind and generous person. We laugh at each other's stupid jokes and always have each others backs. I couldn't imagine going through med school with anyone else. I'm so lucky to get to have him. I could go on... but I will stop for now :)

Brandon: "She always brings the very best out of me. I love that she is my biggest fan as I am hers. No matter how difficult the day may be she always puts a smile on my face and makes my day better than the last. I love that she is my first and only love.

Kiley & Brandon love going to the movies, cooking together and sporting events.

Their wedding day was nothing short than a fairytale… they have been through every adventure together, hurdles and big moments and have been each other’s best friends along the way. Their wedding day truly reflected how they keep on falling more in love every day and we LOVED being a part of such a gorgeous and perfect day!

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Kara Larchenfeld

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