Jessica + Jose Step Into The Limelight | The Hotel Zamora | St. Petersburg Beach, FL

November 18, 2020

We LOVE what we do and and we really ENJOY our clients!!!!! What looked like was going to be a gray cloudy day turned into a beautiful sunset engagement portrait session. Congratulations Jessica and Jose! You two are a wonderful couple!!!!! Can’t wait for your wedding day!

Jessica is a nurse practitioner and Jose is a retired NYC detective. Two such noble professions, for which we are grateful for their service to our country! Jose was born and raised in NYC and then had family move to Tampa about 15 years ago, and he moved down about three years ago. Jessica was born in Michigan, but has been in Florida since she was three years old.

This precious couple met at a bar in Ybor during the infamous Tampa celebration of Gasparilla. During a graduation party for Jessica, Jose proposed in front of all their friends and family on the rooftop of the new CURRENT hotel, with panoramic views of Tampa Bay. It seemed only suiting to select a location with a view of the ocean for their engagement session as well!

Their home is a house divided in only one way - and that is with sports! It is a Yankees/Rays and Giants/Bucs household! This fun-loving couple have a fun, completive spirit and they also enjoy traveling and the beach.

We began their session at the first boutique hotel to be built in St. Pete Beach in decades, The Hotel Zamora. This white-washed Mediterranean palace offers up breathtaking architecture anchored in a bygone era. Inspired by its namesake Spanish province, the hotel’s striking Romanesque façade is the framework for luxury overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf of Mexico.

Lead Photographers | Rebecca + Michael Zoumberos
Location | The Hotel Zamora

Brooke + GT Step Into The Limelight | St. Andrew's Episcopal Church + The Italian Club | Tampa, FL

November 13, 2020

Brooke and GT met at the University of Florida and become fast friends. They were friends for awhile, but eventually their relationship evolved into something more (which surprised no one, including Brooke’s parents). They have been inseparable ever since.
After traveling all over the world, they took a trip to London. On December 20th, GT proposed to Brooke during a picture perfect picnic. The couple shares a love for travel, fishing, sports and their two pups, Bear and Kaia.
Brooke and GT were surrounded by people they love the most on their wedding day. It was a pleasure to be a part of their day and wish them all the best on this next chapter.

Lead Photographer | Audrey Clifford
Associate Photographer | Kara Lerchenfeld

Whitney + Michael Step Into The Limelight | Postcard Inn On The Beach | St. Petersburg Beach, FL

November 10, 2020

Get to know Whitney & Michael:

How/when did you meet each other: 12/29/10 - We met in Detroit at Joe Lewis Arena. We were both there with our best friends to watch the Great Lakes Invitational. Whitney, was with her sister and her friend Phil and Mike was with his best friend Shane. Shane and Phil played hockey together so we met through them.
How did he propose: On a mountain in Keystone, CO. It was beautiful in the snow, day after valentines day and two days before our birthdays.
What do you love about each other:
Michael about Whitney: spontaneous energy, joy for life and having fun
Whitney about Michael: His kind heart, passion for life, and positive/calm energy
Interests/hobbies you enjoy doing together: Boating, Hiking in the Mountains, Good night out for food and drinks, great cocktails, and Sunday fundays watching football and chilling.

Their bohemian, tropical inspired wedding was the perfect way to celebrate their love for each other… it was laid back and filled with sweet moments. Whitney has the most amazing laugh, it fills up a room and from the start of the day we could feel their love all around. We could not have asked for a better beach day, the sunset was perfect and their love shined through beautifully. Cheers to an amazing couple! Whitney & Michael ❤

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Tara Zimmerman

Melissa + Ryan Step Into The Limelight | Powel Crosley Estate | Sarasota, FL

October 26, 2020

Get to know Melissa & Ryan…

How/when did you meet each other:: We met online. I swiped right. Our first date was at Bar 185- we talked for some time and then didn’t see each other for a few weeks after. Then we talked /texted daily. We saw each other at least a few times a week from that day on..

How did he propose:: In Napa, at Far Niente- it was beautiful. We had a perfect tasting (we both love wine) and then we walked around the pond and I thought he was taking a photo of us- instead he was videotaping as he asked me to marry him!

What do you love about each other:: We are loving, truthful. We compliment each other. We are respectful of each other's times and values. We make each other laugh, help each other, make each other better. We challenge each other and want the other to be their best.

We LOVED celebrating with Melissa & Ryan, their wedding day at Powel Crosley was filled with cherished moments, surrounded by family & close friends.

COVID-19 and rain tried to take away their joy but was unsuccessful, Melissa & Ryan’s LOVE showed through and they enjoyed each precious minute. Their smiles lit up the room and made each moment meaningful and sweet. Powel Crosley enkindled the perfect atmosphere for Melissa & Ryan to savor each part of their day and dance the night away.

Thank you Melissa & Ryan for having us be a part of such a special day! We wish you both ALL the best life can bring. Cheers!

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Kara Lerchenfeld
Assistant Photographer | Alexa Rodriguez

Danielle + Daniel STEP INTO THE LIMELIGHT | CASA MONICA + THE TREASURY | ST. AUGUSTINE, FL

July 18, 2019

Danielle and Daniel enjoy hanging out with family and goofing around - they are the perfect balance for each other! They met each other through online dating on Match and had their first date July of 2016. They instantly connected after their first date and never looked back. Daniel proposed while they were in Charleston, Danielle's favorite city. They went out to dinner at a rooftop restaurant, went on a tour, and then when they returned to the hotel he asked her there. He was going to ask at the rooftop bar, but a bad storm occurred. They both enjoy watching football together. They often go to a Gator Bar to watch the Gator games. They love playing putt-putt, trying out different breweries, playing Marvel movies, Games of Thrones, and spending friends.

Their romantic wedding provided a vacation-like destination for guests. The style and theme was formal, and with a touch of rustic; yet everything was easy going and fun. Everyone was excited, relaxed, and happy. They made their welcome sign, table numbers and board themselves! The color palette included blush pink, rose gold, light grey, dark plum and sage green. The flowers were this romantic couple’s favorite detail. Their favorite part of the day was when they saw each other for the first time on their wedding day.

Congratulations to this sweet couple. We truly “Treasure”d getting to know you both and capture your love story!

Luxury Collection Lead Photographers | Michael + Rebecca Zoumberos