Lauri + Ryan Step Into The Limelight | Armature Works | Tampa, FL

Lauri and Ryan met the modern way… through online dating! And it may not have been Ryan that caught her eye, but instead his puppy, Jet. Lauri’s very first interaction with Ryan went a little along the lines of “Jet is too cute, and you’re not bad yourself”. That message then went to change their lives! Ryan was hooked and relentlessly pursued Lauri.

Lauri and Ryan hit it off once they met in person, moved to Tampa together, and even buying a house last September. The wedding was the final piece to fall into place!

Their wedding day was nothing short of fun, despite the Florida weather deciding to bring some rain. Lauri and Ryan didn’t let the rain ruin their wedding day, and rather focused on what an exciting day it was + their love!

It is apparent that Lauri and Ryan help ground one another and that their love is radiant. Their family and friends also expressed so much happiness for this sweet couple throughout the entire day… especially during their reception when there was even a line to take photos with the couple at their sweetheart table (and you know that we just HAD to jump in and take photos of everyone as they took their selfies and photos, haha).

Congrats to these newlyweds!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Jackie Pizio
Assistant | Cheyenne Roth

Cake | Publix
Caterer | Puff n’ Stuff Catering
Ceremony Site | Armature Works
DJ | 5 Star Entertainment
Event Planner | Flawless Fetes | Allison
Florist | Jennie’s Flowers
Hair Stylist | I Do Brides and Beauty | Carrie
Make-up Artist | I Do Brides and Beauty | Carrie
Officiant | Pastor Heath
Photo Booth | 5 Star Entertainment
Reception Venue | Armature Works
Videographer | Grove Films

Jessica + Chris Step Into The Limelight | Tampa Bay Watch | Tierra Verde, FL

Jessica & Chris’ LOVE story… told by couple:

Where It Started

11 / 17 / 2018

Our first date was at the Saturday Morning Market in St. Pete, strolling booths by local artists. We initially bonded over our love of the Tampa Bay Lightning (Go Bolts!) but quickly realized we shared the same values, goals, and spirit. We were enjoying each other's company so much, the date was extended several hours as we continued to walk through downtown St. Pete.

The Proposal

10 / 27 / 2021

Chris knew he wanted to ask on their new boat on a night with a perfect sunset. His plans were delayed over a month waiting on the weather to cooperate, but it was worth the wait! He distracted Jess by telling her to look for a dolphin (she can't resist them), and when she finally turned back around, he was on one knee just before the sunset.

And YES! We ALL saw dolphins on their wedding day at Tampa Bay Watch during their sunset session… it was magical 🐬
We absolutely LOVED spending Earth Day with Jessica & Chris and just loved how they incorporated their love for nature and nature preservation on their wedding day, starting with the actual Venue, Tampa Bay Watch which inspires our youth to take care of nature and gives us all more knowledge about our planet to their party favors… which were customized-engraved glasses that their guests can keep forever! So clever!
These two make our hearts so happy just by being them… sweet in every way.
We wish Jessica & Chris many many more magical moments together and whenever I see a 🐬 I’ll think of Jessica 💛 Cheers to a beautiful couple.

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Jackie Pizio

Bar Tender | Tipsy Tampa
Bridesmaid Dresses | Azazie
Cake | Melissa Kiser
Calligrapher | Inky Fingers Calligraphy
Caterer | 3 C’s Catering
Ceremony Site | Tampa Bay Watch
DJ | Tampa Bay DJ Company
Donuts | Krispy Kreme
Event Planner | Janova Events
Florist | Leaf it to Us
Hair Stylist | Femme Akoi
Invitations | Inky Fingers Calligraphy
Make-up Artist | Femme Akoi
Photobooth | Gala Photobooth
Reception Venue | Tampa Bay Watch
Transportation | Jolley Trolley
Videographer | Contessa Films
Wedding Gown | The Dressing Room | St. Pete

Laila + Jack Step Into The Limelight | HOTEL ZAMORA | ST. PETERSBURG BEACH, FL

Overcast weather, ocean breeze, and sandy toes.

Despite the prediction of rain coming out of nowhere, the weather held up for Laila + Jack’s engagement session on St. Pete Beach! With a perfect golden hour, we got so many photos of this beautiful couple. Though the sunset didn’t truly come through because of darker storm clouds in the distance, we got a neat moody sky and all the blue tones (which fits their wedding color scheme!).

Laila and Jack celebrated their engagement session with an (unexpected) pop of champagne, lots of smiles + kisses, and some dancing! There will be more of this come September.

Our team can’t wait to photograph their wedding day at Isla Del Sol later this year.

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman

Location | Hotel Zamora + St. Pete Beach

Ngan + Mike Step Into The Limelight | Hunsader Farms | Bradenton, FL

Ngan and Mike, what a picture-perfect couple for a picture-perfect session location! This may just be the prettiest place I’ve ever taken engagement photos.

Ngan and Mike got engaged in November of 2022 and are tying the knot in November of 2023! We are so excited to photograph their wedding day, but in the meantime it was so much fun to photograph their incredible engagement session. These two are so kind and you can truly tell that they love each other. In between taking photos, they’d give each other hugs, laugh together and smile. It was such a fun atmosphere to be a part of.

We can’t wait until the fall when I’ll see these two again, except they’ll be tying the knot!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman

Location | Hunsader Farms

Janelle + Jeff Step Into The Limelight | Lido Beach Resort | Sarasota, FL

What a beautiful, love + family-filled day!

Janelle and Jeff are from Rhode Island, and so were the majority of their guests (aside from Janelle’s sweet parents). This ultimately means that their friends and family are absolutely amazing and took the time to travel from afar to celebrate this wonderful couple! Janelle and Jeff were thrilled to be surrounded by their favorite people on one of their biggest days.

A beach ceremony, a classy reception, LOTS of dancing and laughter, and let’s not forget about the incredible sunset. Truly a perfect day. We are so happy for Janelle and Jeff and their union! We wish them so much fun as they have their honeymoon here in Florida (Wedding + honeymoon all in one! You can’t go wrong with a post-wedding celebration on the gorgeous Sarasota beaches!).

Congratulations to these sweet souls.

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Steven McCarthy

Cake | Cakes by Ron
Caterer |  Lido Beach Resort
Ceremony Site | Lido Beach Resort
DJ | Jam All Day Entertainment
Event Planner | Swanky Soiree | Bailey + Elizabeth
Florist | Flowers by Fudgie
Hair Stylist | Sarasota Beauty Bar | Corrine
Make-up Artist | Sarasota Beauty Bar | Corrine
Reception Venue | Lido Beach Resort
Transportation | Star Trolley