Allie + Justin Step Into The Limelight | THE BIRCHWOOD | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

“So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” —Matthew 19:6.

In 2021, Allie and Justin both found themselves on Hinge. They ended up connecting, meeting, and clicking right away. These two made it official at the end of 2021 and just a little over a year later, Justin proposed!

Justin decided to coordinate with his sister to take photos. Justin’s sister likes photography and so Justin and Allie went to the St. Pete Pier for a photo shoot. At one point, Allie was posed so that she was facing out at the water, and Justin got down on one knee for when she turned around. Right after that sweet surprise, Justin had another planned! Little did Allie know that Justin also had a surprise engagement party set up with their families back at his apartment.

These two had such a sweet wedding celebration at the Birchwood in St. Pete, just a couple of blocks away from where they got engaged! With family photos outdoors in the park, a ceremony set up inside, a cocktail hour of the roof (so beautiful!), and an indoor reception, everything went so smoothly.

These two had so much fun breaking in the dance floor with their friends and family, and we hope that married life is just as sweet and fun! Congratulations to this sweet pair!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Bridesmaid Dresses | Birdy Grey
Cake | Publix
Caterer | The Birchwood
Ceremony Site | The Birchwood
DJ | Grant Hemond & Associates | James King
Event Planner | Enchanted Weddings & Events
Florist | Wonderland Floral Art
Hair Stylist | Sip & Dry
Make-up Artist | Sip & Dry
Officiant | Kevin Wilder
Reception Venue | The Birchwood
Suits | Men’s Wearhouse
Videographer | Grove Film
Wedding Gown | The Dressing Room St. Pete

Answering the Most Common Questions We’re Asked As Wedding Photographers

Answering Your Commonly Asked wedding photography Questions | Limelight Photography

1. What is your wedding photography style? ✨

   Limelight Photography specializes in high-fashion, couture wedding images infused with sophistication and timeless elegance.

2. How many photos can we expect to receive?

   You can expect 100 images/per hour of photography coverage.

3. How long after the wedding will we receive the photos? ⏰

   Our turnaround time for wedding galleries is only three weeks!

4. Do you offer engagement shoots?

   Absolutely, we LOVE photographing engagement sessions! 💍 Not only does this provide you photos to celebrate your engagement, but also a time to get to know your Limelight photographer in person prior to your wedding day. Click HERE to view some of our recent engagement sessions.

5. Can we provide a shot list or specific poses we want?

   Yes, of course! Our photographers create a Photo Shot List based around the Wedding Planning Photo Sheet that you submit which includes all of the specific family members that will be present, but we can fully customize that Shot List to best fit your needs! We have a template to ensure that none of the common family pairings are missed, but we can edit it however you like.

6. Do you have backup equipment in case of an emergency?

   Each of our photographers carries at least 2 cameras, multiple flashes, as well as additional equipment. We’ve got you covered!

7. Can we see a full wedding album or gallery? 📸

   Most definitely! Please reach out and let us know which wedding venue you’re getting married at and we’d be more than happy to send our samples from that venue (or a similar venue) over to you.

8. Do you offer prints or albums?

   Yes, we have an online store linked to our wedding galleries. If you’d like to order prints through us, you can do so through the online store linked to your gallery. If you’d like an album, we do have those offered through the store, but if you’d like one of our Premium Wedding Albums Handmade in Italy, you can reach out to our Studio Manager once you receive your wedding gallery and we will work together to create a beautiful album for you!

9. How do you handle low light or difficult lighting situations?

   Each of our photographers has on and off camera flashes, as well as video lights. With this equipment, our photographers can work in nearly every low-light condition!

10. What is your pricing and package options?

    Coverage starts at $3,500. Our pricing packages are customized to meet your coverage needs. In order to learn the specifics of our pricing for the amount of coverage that you desire, please schedule a call with the Owner, Rebecca HERE.

11. How many photographers will be there on the wedding day?

    Each of our teams consists of a Lead Photographer, as well as an Associate Photographer. Having two photographers ensures that we capture all of your sweet moments as well as varying angles.

12. Do you require a deposit to book? 💵

    Yes. You aren’t required to pay the full cost up-front, but we do require a deposit to book your wedding date.

13. Will you edit the photos?

    Yes, we have an editing team. Olek and his wife Natalia edit all of your wedding images!

14. How long have you been shooting weddings, and how many have you photographed?

    Limelight Photography has been exclusively photographing wedding in the Tampa Bay area since 2006! In the last 17 years, we’ve photographed 2,500+ weddings! ❤️

If you’re interested in booking Limelight Photography for your wedding day or want to inquire about further info., you can set up an Intro Call HERE.

Almery + Zachary Step Into The Limelight | THE DON CESAR | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

Happily ever after…

During my first call with Almery, she said that their wedding day, though it would be beautiful, joyous and family/friend-filled, wouldn’t be the biggest day of their lives—because they are there for each other every day of the year. I really love that. 

Almery and Zach are both ambitious, family-orientated people, meaning that their wedding day was not only incredible and decorated like something out of a wedding magazine, but also that they were surrounded with friends + family who traveled from abroad to witness their union (as Almery is from Argentina), lots of smiles and hugs, and loved ones bursting with celebration!

These two first met in December of 2019 on Hinge. Their first date was actually in Almery’s restaurant in Tampa and she cooked while they had their date (I told you they were ambitious!). In September of 2021 is when they got engaged in the most romantic way ever… during a hot air balloon ride over Disney!

Everything from their engagement story, to their wedding day vows and friends’ speeches shows you how kind these two are. How in love they are! We adore this beautiful pair and wish them a lifetime of success, in both love and in their business!

Congrats to the Morrison’s!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Bridesmaid Dresses | Azazie
Cake | The Don CeSar
Caterer | The Don CeSar
Ceremony Site | The Don CeSar 
DJ | Grant Hemond & Associates | Steve
Florist | 2Birds Events
Hair Stylist | Studio Bride
Invitations | Etsy
Live Painter | Jacob Harris | @Jacoblivepainting
Make-up Artist | Studio Bride
Pet Care | Fairytail Pet Care
Photo Booth | Gala Photobooth
Reception Venue | The Don CeSar
String Quartet | Sweet Harmony
Videographer | Grove Film
Wedding Gown | Mariana Hardwick

Angie + Garrett Step Into The Limelight | Hotel Zamora | St. Petersburg, FL

Tropical, classy & sweet.

These two met in 2018 through a mutual friend, 4 years later Garrett proposed, and now in March 2023 we got to witness them tie the knot in front of their family + bridal party!

Angie and Garrett’s wedding day was full of joy. There was A LOT of great dancing, a soft sunset, and it was overall a great night. Angie and Garrett compliment each other so well and you can tell that not only were the two of them thrilled to get married, but their families were also.

Congrats to Angie and Garrett—may you continue growing in love together forever! We’re so happy for you two!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Cake | Publix
Caterer | Hotel Zamora
Ceremony Site | Hotel Zamora | Rooftop
DJ | Jeff Staples Group | Michael
Event Planner | Blue Skies Events
Florist | Jennie’s Flowers
Hair Stylist | Cat Baxter
Make-up Artist | Cat Baxter
Officiant | Sensational Ceremonies | Rev. Rick
Reception Venue | Hotel Zamora | Rooftop

Marde + Troy Step Into The Limelight | Bayanihan Arts and Events Center | Tampa, FL

Marde and Troy met in 2017 while at work. Marde was attending her nursing orientation and Troy was a Patient Care Technician. They started having outings with friends and eventually their friends decided to play matchmaker, setting Marde and Troy up to go on a date and the rest is history!

How Troy proposed, Marde’s POV: 

“He proposed to me on the day we closed on our brand new house. He suggested that we drive back from Tampa to our new house to take pictures. Even though I was already exhausted from signing infinite amount of papers, I said okay. When we got there, he surprised me by getting on his knee and asking me to be his wife. I was really surprised. It was the last thing on the mind being that it was such a hectic day. But I will never forget it!”

Together Marde and Troy not only have their own home, but they also have the sweetest little pup, Theo! Theo made an appearance in their engagement photos, as well as Marde’s getting-ready photos for their wedding day. Their wedding day as a whole was just so beautiful. The chemistry and joy that Marde and Troy have is so apparent! They tied the knot at Our Lady of Lourdes in Largo—this is a really special place for them as they have both been attending since they were young. Troy was actually an altar server when he was younger but their paths never crossed then!

Their reception was at the Bayanihan Events Center, which is a Filipino event center. You guys… it was SO BEAUTIFUL. Marde is Filipino, so incorporating her culture into their big day was a must! Everything from their first dance, parent dances, prosperity dance, delicious food, and a whole roasted pig, was the perfect blend of unity and love between Troy and Marde’s joined families. We are so happy for these two (three including Theo!). 

We wish the Baldino’s so much happiness! Congrats!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Bridesmaid Dresses | David’s Bridal
Cake | Bayanihan Arts and Events Center
Caterer | Bayanihan Arts and Events Center
Ceremony Site | Our Lady of Lourdes Largo
DJ | Bayanihan Arts and Events Center
Florist | Hassell Florist
Hair Stylist | Femme Akoi
Invitations | Minted
Make-up Artist | Femme Akoi
Reception Venue | Bayanihan Arts and Events Center
Videographer | Bayanihan Arts and Events Center
Wedding Gown | David’s Bridal
Photo Booth | D&K Photobooth