Jessica + Jakob Step Into The Limelight | The Birchwood | St. Petersburg, FL

Talk about a love story! These two met 12 years ago in High School PE class and began their relationship as friends. Eventually that progressed and now they are married twelve years to the day that they started dating! Jessica and Jakob are the ying to each other’s yang. They complete each other and that becomes very evident as you get to know them. They balance each other perfectly, have a lot in common, and are truly themselves around one another. They enjoy traveling, camping, and adventure. I see a lot of adventure and fun in their future. I had a blast being a part of their big day and helping their vision come true in their photos. I wish you the best, Jessica and Jakob!

Lead Photographer | Nick Brown
Associate Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Intern | Jackie Pizio

Bridesmaid Dresses | Bella Bridesmaids 
Cake | Sweetwood Bakery 
Caterer | The Birchwood
Ceremony Site | The Birchwood
DJ | Graingertainment
Event Planner | Coastal Coordinating 
Florist | Arms of Persephone 
Hair Stylist | Cuts by Cate
Invitations | Zola
Make-up Artist | Mew-Makeup 
Reception Venue | The Birchwood
Videographer | Albey Productions
Wedding Gown | The White Closet Bridal 

Sydney + Cody Step Into The Limelight | Red Mesa Events + The Birchwood | St. Petersburg, FL

What a day!! Sydney and Cody’s wedding was seriously one of the most perfect ones we have ever been a part of.  They met when Sydney had issues with her apartment, where Cody worked so he came to her rescue! From everyone’s recollection of the story they have been inseparable ever since and it was a joy to see their love for each other.  It was clear they had SO much love for their family too!  The hugs and tears seemed to flow throughout the entire day. We almost couldn’t hold the tears back as Sydney shared first looks with both her father and step-father, and dances with them too. And Cody’s sister walking him down the aisle and his dance with his aunt were such beautiful moments! The couple wanted classy and timeless and they definitely achieved it, every detail was planned perfectly. We just know Sydney and Cody have the most incredible future ahead and we couldn’t be happier for them 💖

Lead Photographer | Alexa Rodriguez
Associate Photographer | Steven McCarthy

Bridesmaid Dresses | David’s Bridal
Cake | Tampa Bay Cake Company
Caterer | The Birchwood
Ceremony Site | Red Mesa Events
Cold Sparklers | Tampa Bay DJ Company
DJ | Dylan with Graingertainment
Event Planner | Riley Gersch with Elegant Affairs By Design
Florist | Monarch Events and Design
Hair Stylist | Femme Akoi Beauty Studio
Make-up Artist | Femme Akoi Beauty Studio
Reception Venue | The Birchwood
Violinist | SRQ Violin
Wedding Gown | The White Magnolia Bridal Collection

Samantha + James Step Into The Limelight | Mahaffey Theater + St. Pete Yacht Club | St. Petersburg, FL

Samantha and James met in 2010 at Sea Scouts (James was in 8th grade and Samantha was in 9th grade). They were just friends and raced sailboats competitively for several years. In 2013 the two of them ran a summer sailing camp together and became very close friends. September 13, 2013 they went on our first date at the Cheesecake Factory and to watch a movie.  Little did they know that would blossom into a beautiful relationship.

Now, they have been together for several years. The couple has two dogs and purchased a home together. 

These two are so much fun to be around. It was a beautiful day in downtown St. Pete, with boats all about and sunshine to be had! They were wed in the beautiful Mahaffey Theater and then moved on to party at the St. Pete Yacht Club surrounded by friends and family. We had a wonderful session out on the dock with a beautiful sunset falling behind the scenic downtown skyline. 

Then we wrapped up the evening with a night session by the string lights. These two were made for each other, and I think it shows in this gallery.

Lead Photographer | Nick Brown
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Bridesmaid Dresses | David's Bridal
Cake | St. Pete Yacht Club
Caterer | St. Pete Yacht Club
Ceremony Site | The Mahaffey Theater
DJ |  Grant Hemond & Associates
Florist | Wood Flowers Co. 
Hair Stylist | Femme Akoi
Invitations | Shutterfly
Make-up Artist | Femme Akoi
Reception Venue | St. Pete Yacht Club
Wedding Gown | David's Bridal

Juanita & Rick Step Into The Limelight | Lido Beach Resort | Sarasota, FL

Juanita & Rick at at pool party back in 2018 in Cheltenham, PA. After a couple years of dating, Rick proposed to Juanita on her birthday on April 1st in 2021 ♥️
Juanitas’s POV:
I love that Rick is very calm and level headed, slow to anger, very loving and supportive, has a great sense of humor, fun to be with.
Rick’s POV:
I love that we are best friends, she is supportive, beautiful, and easy to talk to, we have a lot in common and enjoy being with each other.
Juanita & Rick both enjoy playing golf, running, lifting weights, traveling, watching movies and tv shows, going to beach, shopping, eating out at restaurants and of course they both LOVE the beach.
Their wedding day was super laid back and oh so romantic, we LOVED watching these two interact with other {they cannot keep their hands off of each other and ohh how we LOVE it!} They both are very sweet and just soooo nice ♥️ they truly made sure to enjoy every single moment to the fullest and we could not be happier for these two beautiful souls.
Thank you Juanita & Rick for having us and for allowing us the honor of capturing your most special day!
We wish you both ALL the best in ALL you do ♥️
ps. Juanita handmade the most fragrant and soft moisturizer for each of her bridesmaids and yes, she made me one as well… soooo sooo good! {and oh so sweet! Thank you so much}.

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Bridesmaids Dresses | Azazie.com
Cake | Cakes by Ron
Caterer | Lido Beach Resort
Ceremony Site | Lido Beach Resort
DJ | DJ Big E 02
Event Planner | Swanky Soirée 
Florist | Beneva Weddings
Invitations | Greetings Island
Reception Venue | Lido Beach Resort
Videographer | Imely Photography & Video
Wedding Gown | Claudia Giraldo Bridal

Dominique + Matthew Step Into The Limelight | Sandpearl Resort | Clearwater Beach, FL

Happy, love, fun, memorable!

Dominique + Matt met in 2015 when they were both working at MGM Grand Casino Marketing (Matt) & Social Events (Dom). This sweet couple is very supportive of each other, loves each other’s sense of humor and share the same values. Together they love being travel partners and the mini family they have built with Winnie & Krewella (their fur babies). Matt proposed with a custom scrapbook of all of their adventures together on the beach in Florida - inspiration from the movie “Up”.

Dom and Matt enjoy attending baseball games (any sporting events really) together, bar hopping, traveling, playing Yahtzee in their backyard with their fur babies, going to the beach and boating.

Their wedding was a fun, loving bad-*ss party including glow sticks, a mash up of songs and great food.

Dom and Matt love the water and travel to Florida at least once a year. Their first trip to Florida was to Clearwater! Inspiration for their wedding location at The Sandpearl came from the views of the water with the beach as the background. And the theme was to be classy and include bright colors. Dom was originally looking for a flown beach dress & fell in love with something completely opposite. It was fun and “lax” with a banging after party once the traditional parts are over. The best part of the day was the beautiful sunset, late night bites, glow sticks, overall background of the entire day and having their fur babies with them! 

Lead Photographer | Rebecca Zoumberos
Associate Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Assistant | Miranda Gates

Cake | Nothing Bundt Cakes
Caterer | Sandpearl Resort 
Ceremony Site | Sandpearl Resort 
DJ | Grant Hemond & Associates, Inc. | Ben
Event Planner | Artistry Designs Group
Florist | Artistry Designs Group
Hair & Makeup | Femme Akoi Beauty Studio
Invitations | Minted (Save the Dates) | Wedding Wire (Invites)
Reception Venue | Sandpearl Resort
Videographer | Voila Cinematic
Wedding Gown | Brilliant Bridal 
Photo Booth | ShutterBooth