Monthly Archives: November 2008

Crystal and Tyler’s Brunch Wedding at Town Manor

Some of the best weddings are those where a couple breaks tradition to make the wedding reflect their own personal style.  Dad had been looking forward to Crystal and Tyler’s wedding since he photographed their engagement session in April.  Their plans sounded so fun and dad was excited to see things come together.

The wedding took place last Sunday at Town Manor on the Lake Bed and Breakfast.  Crystal had the amazing Darla Stafford do her hair and makeup.  Crystal and Tyler had some of the most fun wedding day outfits that dad had seen.  Crystal wore a gorgeous red gown with a full, long train.  She accessorized with a black choker necklace and a black birdcage veil with a black feather.  Tyler matched Crystal’s dress with his red vest, tie, and belt, and also wore an extra long tux jacket that came down past his knees.

The ceremony began at 10:30 am which made for one of dad’s favorite types of receptions…a brunch reception!  Brunch food is so yummy!  The couple’s centerpieces were bowls of glittery ornaments which were so decorative.  The cake was awesome too!  It was a three tiered “Mad Hatter” type cake in red and black.  The red and black details throughout the reception came together wonderfully and the entire wedding was infused with the couple’s style.

Because the reception ended early in the afternoon, there was plenty of time after for bride and groom pictures.  Dad had a great time not only with Crystal and Tyler, but also with their family and friends who were all very welcoming and fun.  It was a terrific wedding.  Congratulations newlyweds!

Wedding in Bonita Springs

Dad photographed a beautiful wedding in Bonita Springs last week.  The ceremony was held on Big Hickory Island and the reception was at the Colony Golf and Country Club.  This was dad’s third week working with Dream Day Productions and he has had lots of fun with them.  Meghan from Dream Day was also the florist for this wedding and did a great job.  Felix the DJ was there for the reception.  Dad says Felix always does an amazing job of mixing and blending music like a “real” dj would do.  Felix also did the GOBO light for the couple on the dance floor.  The reception also had a cigar roller from Rocky Patel.  He was rolling “The Edge” cigars and guests loved it.

The bride and groom asked us not to share images of them due to their job, but we are happy to share some of the beautiful details from their wedding day.  Congratulations newlyweds!  Enjoy your honeymoon!

The Dude…and Dudette

You will only get the title…and the picture…if you are a Big Lebowski fan.

Dad had been looking forward to Lori and Eric’s wedding for a while.  When dad talked to Lori she told dad that she wanted “interesting” photos that were a mix of funky and sweet.  Dad already thought that was cool, but when she then said that the bridal party would all be going to the bowling alley after the wedding he knew this would be a fantastic wedding.

Lori and Eric were married last Friday in Fort Myers.  Their ceremony was on the beach at Bowditch Point and the reception followed at Cin Cin Mediterranean Bar and Grille.  Kelly of No Worries Weddings and Event Management was the officiant and wedding coordinator and dad enjoyed meeting her.

The wedding day was the first time dad met Lori and Eric as well and he thought they were awesome.  Dad said Eric was so genuine and kind, and Lori was as fun as her ideas!  They made a wonderful couple and dad was happy he got to spend their wedding day with them.  Thanks to Lori and Eric for having dad there!  You two are amazing!

Mr. Humpherdes

Okay, so really this was a newborn session for a sweet little 2 week old, but the family tortoise was awesome too and had such a cool name that we had to use it for the blog title.

Last Thursday dad went over to Jaclyn and Michael’s house to meet their new daughter.  They make such a wonderful family and their little girl was so good!  Dad was amazed that she hardly even fussed and didn’t seem phased at all by all the pictures.  When mom saw the pictures she was amazed that Jaclyn had a baby only 2 weeks before; she looked amazing!

Congratulations on your new blessing, and thanks for having dad there to capture this special time.  Here are a few pictures from the session:

Family at Gamble Plantation

We are so blessed to have people we get to see often as time goes on and families grow.  Dad met up with Allison’s family at Gamble Plantation for a session last week.  Allison’s nephew and daughter were so cute together!  Mom brought us along to play while dad photographed the session so we got to see everyone too.  Mom loved the tights Allison put on her daughter.  Girls are so fun to dress!

Allison has become such a great friend and we love when we are able to see her.  Thanks for including us in your wonderful family:)