Cassidy + David Step Into The Limelight | Hotel Zamora | SAINT PETERSBURG, FL

The sweetest couple… Cassidy & David 🥰
They met in Spanish Class in High School back in 2014 and have been loving life together ever since.
Cassidy loves David’s good heart and how he makes her laugh… Davis loves Cassidy’s kindness, thoughtfulness and how she loves and cares for him.
They both enjoy playing video games, walking around Downtown Tampa and are both huge Star Wars fans.
Cassidy & David’s wedding day was classic and elegant with many beautiful DIY projects, including their oversized square, white, picture frame wedding arch… absolutely stunning and elegantly modern. They also created their center pieces which was the perfect touch for a glam vibe during their reception. Their guests enjoyed a gorgeous night at Hotel Zamora’s rooftop, they danced the night away and we could feel their LOVE for Cassidy & David.
We wish Cassidy & David a lifetime of happiness and so much joy together. Cheers to a beautiful couple 🥂

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Jackie Pizio

Bridesmaid Dresses | Birdy Grey
Cake | The Cake Shop
Caterer | Hotel Zamora
Ceremony Site | Hotel Zamora
DJ | Grant Hemond and Associates, Inc.
Event Planner | Days Remembered by ND | Amy Ross
Hair Stylist | Hair Extensions Inc. | Marlaina
Reception Venue | Hotel Zamora
Rentals | Coast to Coast Rentals
Videographer | Clear Vision
Wedding Gown | Merlili Bridal Boutique

Melanie + Zack Step Into The Limelight | University of Tampa | Tampa, FL

Talk about a photogenic couple… a.k.a. Melanie and Zack. 

What a perfect day it was for this engagement session.—ever so slightly chilly with lots of clouds, at the beautiful University of Tampa and surrounding area. Everything was picturesque! It was fun seeing Melanie and Zack’s personalities open up, as they got more comfortable in front of the camera, laughing with each other.

We can’t wait to photograph their wedding day in October next year at the beautiful Opal Sands in Clearwater!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman

Danielle + David Step Into The Limelight | THE DON CESAR | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

Sincere, classy and sweet…

Danielle and David had originally prepared to tie the knot in October, until Hurricane Ian had other plans. These two were resilient with adapting to a new wedding date and keeping their focus on the happiness they would feel to finally be married and surrounded by all of the people they love most.

Danielle and David met over 10 years ago while Danielle was working at her family’s hotel… they were friends for a good handful of years and it wasn’t until a lunch date where something clicked for them. Danielle said that she thought she was in the friend-zone, but David says that she never was.

These two compliment each other beautifully, both with a love for furry friends and a passion of fostering them. Prior to their wedding, their sweet pup Bear passed away, but they honored him at their reception memory table and even had a little pin with a picture of Bear. Bear was definitely there in spirit. Together, Danielle and David also love fitness and being outdoors—which is perfect because they live in beautiful St. Pete!

Though these two have been living and loving life together for a while now, we hope that they experience nothing but sweetness in the years to come through their marriage. We are so happy for Danielle and David! Cheers!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Caterer | Don Cesar
Ceremony Site | Don Cesar
DJ | Norton Media
Event Planner | Melissa and Jennifer | Special Moments Event Planning 
Florist | Jean with Monarch Events and Design
Reception Venue | Don Cesar
Ceremony Music | Jade Strings

Bliss + Rafal Step Into The Limelight | Opal Sands Resort | Clearwater, FL

Bliss & Rafal met in November of 2012 in Philadelphia, they both enjoy snowboarding, hiking, being outdoors, beaching, home DIY, reading, exploring new restaurants and bars and most of all doing anything with their dogs Olive & Juno. 

Bliss & Rafal love each others humor and the ability to challenge one another to grow…
For their romantic proposal, Rafal surprised Bliss on a hike to the acropolis in Athens, Greece with a photographer and singing guitarist (how absolutely special is that?!).

For their wedding day both Bliss & Rafal wanted their guest to feel like they were on vacation they both love the beach but didn't want to actually be in the sand because that may get uncomfortable as the night goes on so Opal Sands was the perfect location, you get the beach scenery but you are able to get married on the most perfect lawn. 

Bliss & Rafal are the last of their friends group to get married and most of them have children so they wanted them to have a child free dance party in a vacation type setting. Bliss & Rafal are mostly non-traditional and quirky and wanted everyone to have a memorable day so they only did a few of the usual wedding traditions. One tradition was a Polish Tradition that took place at the end of the first dance. The bride and groom each picked a shot glass (one had water, and one had vodka), Bliss got the vodka so tradition says she will wear the pants in their relationship! There were also fire dancers at the cocktail hour and performers for the reception for the guests to enjoy.

The wedding day was a HUGE success and we loved the earthly, beachy boho style throughout the venue. We loved that the bride wore a champagne/white dress and the groom wore a champagne suit. the groomsmen wore different shades of grey suits and the bridesmaids wore shades of creme, rust, copper, sand, champagne, and gold.

Their guests traveled from all over including Poland, so Bliss & Rafal took great pride in providing a memorable and unique experience for everyone (including us!).

We so enjoyed meeting this sweet couple for their engagement session and now again for their wedding day. We wish both Bliss & Rafal all the happiness in the world. Twoje zdrowie (Cheers) to an amazing couple 🥂
Lead Photographer | Rebecca Zoumberos
Associate Photographer | Tara Zimmerman

Cake | Opal Sands Resort
Caterer | Opal Sands Resort 
Ceremony Site | Opal Sands Resort
Decor | On the Move Productions
DJ | Deacon Jones
Event Planner | Days Remembered by ND 
Fire Dancers | Street Laced Events
Florist | LC Floral Design | Lisa Clark 
Hair Stylist | Michele Renee the Studio
Invitations | bliss&bone 
Make-up Artist | Michele Renee the Studio
Reception Venue | Opal Sands Resort
Videographer | Life View Image
Wedding Gown | Bridal with Love 

Nikki + Nick Step Into The Limelight | THE DON CESAR | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

Nick and Nikki’s story started a long time ago, before they even knew it! Nikki had a feeling she was supposed to know Nick when she saw him for the first time, and it indeed was fate since they found out Nikki’s mom was actually Nick’s gymnastics coach when he was a baby. That, along with all the other things they had in common, and they knew they were soulmates from the get-go. Their wedding day was nothing short of spectacular! The love that Nick and Nikki share is so special. They shared a private first look moment where they exchanged letters, and we could just tell how in love they are. Nick’s eyes lit up the moment he saw his beautiful bride and Nicki simply couldn’t stop smiling. The weather was absolutely amazing for their ceremony in the courtyard, followed by a live sax and an aerialist for cocktail hour and the fun didn’t even stop there! The couple hired samba dancers to perform at the reception to get the party started! Their priority was spending time with all of their family and friends and giving them a night to remember. From what everyone had to say about Nick and Nikki we just know that they have the most incredible life ahead of them. Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. Ferreiro ❤️

Lead Photographer | Alexa Rodriguez
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Aerialist | Tigress Entertainment
Bridesmaid Dresses | Petal and Pup
Cake | Don CeSar
Caterer |  Don CeSar
Ceremony Site | Don CeSar
DJ | Graingertainment
Event Planner | Morgan Von Blankenburg | Wildermind Events 
Florist | Save The Date Florida
Hair Stylist | Makeupmealina
Invitations | Jane Custom Gifts on Etsy
Make-up Artist | Makeupmealina
Pet Care | FairyTail Pet Care
Reception Venue | Don CeSar
Samba Dancers | Samba con Migo
Saxophonist | Sugar Sax
Videographer | Top Coast Productions
Wedding Gown | CCs Bridal Boutique