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Wedding at the Westin Tampa Harbour Island: Lindsay and David

After a beautiful engagement session with Lindsay and David, dad was excited to spend the day after Thanksgiving celebrating their wedding.  They are such a sweet couple and dad said seeing them so happy and in love on their wedding day was a wonderful thing.  The wedding took place at the Westin Tampa Harbour Island.  Their coordinator was Brittany of Tickled Pink Brides and dad enjoyed meeting her.  Lindsay and David’s other vendors on their terrific team included videographer Chad Whelan who dad always has fun with, Cari of Kyle Lynn Weddings for hair and makeup, beautiful floral arrangements by Redman Steele Floral Design Studio, Bella Musica playing music during the ceremony, the always talented Rob Sword of Sword Sounds for the DJ, a pretty cake from A Piece of Cake and decor items from Fairytale Weddings and Events (727-235-2771).

Lindsay and David had their first sight before the ceremony so that they would have time for daylight pictures of the bride and groom.  It was raining a bit but dad just had the couple duck into some covered areas for pictures.  The ceremony was officiated by the bride’s uncle and having someone who knows the couple always makes it more intimate and personal.  At the reception the guests were treated to an ice cream bar and Florida Gators cookies to honor the University of Florida where the couple met, fell in love, and were engaged.  Mom thought it was cute that the cookies weren’t put out until later in the evening and the favor tags read, “See you later… Alligator!  Thanks for coming.  Go Gators!”  Those little personal details are what make every wedding so special for each couple.

The newlyweds enjoyed a honeymoon in Italy and France!  We are sure it was an amazing trip.  Lindsay and David, we hope every day of your marriage is filled with as much romance and fun as all the deep dip kisses as you shared on your wedding day:).  Congratulations!

Wedding at the Ritz-Carlton in Sarasota: Kristy and JP

The colors of sunset in the sky on the Florida beaches this time of year are breath-taking.  Kristy and JP were married as the sun was starting to go down and had their first pictures as husband and wife with those beautiful sunset colors.  Their wedding was held at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota with the ceremony under a pavilion decorated in fabric, petals, and floral arrangements.  Exotica Florist put together the flowers of oranges, pinks, and green accents.  Kristy wore a romantic gown with lace covering the bodice and a silk ribbon sash decorated with beading.  Cari from Kyle Lynn Weddings was there for hair and makeup and Kristi wore her hair down in soft curls under her veil.  Her look went perfectly with her gown!  Rob Sword from Sword Sounds was the DJ at the reception and dad looks forward to weddings with him.  He always does a terrific job.  Dad said the food was very yummy and the guests all seemed to enjoy it a lot as well.

The love that Kristy and JP share is obvious to anyone who spends any time with them.  We are so happy for them with all they have to celebrate and look forward to as they start their lives together!  Congratulations newlyweds!

Wedding at the Clearwater Beach Recreation Center: Jennifer and Kristofer

Jen and Kris are awesome!  Dad was with them as they celebrated their wedding at the Clearwater Beach Recreation Center.  They are a really fun couple and really kindhearted as well.  The bride and groom put together a terrific team of vendors for their day!  Tammy Waterman of Special Moments was the wonderful wedding planner.  The incredible Darla Stafford was there for hair and makeup.  Rob Sword of Sword Sounds shared his talent as both the officiant and the DJ.  Carter’s Florist put together the colorful red and orange and yellow and green floral arrangements.  The yummy reception food was made by Delectables Catering and the couple’s cupcake tower and cake were made by Chef Nelson.

Dad had a blast with Jen and Kris.  Their wedding was filled with love and emotion and fun and celebration.  The day fit the couple perfectly!  We hope the joy of the wedding day lasts throughout their lives.  Congratulations to Jen and Kris, and thank you for having us share such a special time with you!

Wedding at the Gulfport Casino: Caitlin and Joshua

Caitie and Josh are one of those couples that you spend five minutes with and know they were meant to be together.  Dad had a great time photographing their wedding with the ceremony at St. Jude Cathedral and the reception at the Gulfport Casino.  Caitie had Michele Renee of the Michele Renee Hair and Makeup Artist Group for her makeup.  Caitie’s aunt, Beth Plant, works at Zac’s Hair Design Studio & Spa and did Caitie’s hair.  The ceremony was beautiful and you could see how happy the couple was every time you looked at them.  The reception had Carefree Catering for the food and the cake was made by Chef Nelson Cake Studio.  The always terrific Rob Sword of Sword Sounds was the DJ and he made sure everyone had a fun time.

Congratulations newlyweds!  We hope you the happiness of your wedding day lasts for all your days together.





Wedding at LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort: Leslie and Jamie

Dad was in Naples for Leslie and Jamie’s beautiful beach wedding.  The couple live in California and dad had photographed their beach engagement session when they came to Florida in December.  Leslie and Jamie had a wedding coordinator from California to help them plan their wedding day.  Kelly from A Savvy Event was the coordinator and dad enjoyed working with her.  The team of vendors for this wedding was awesome!!  The wedding was held at the beautiful LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort.  Leslie and Jamie had Ian from Movie Magic Productions as their videographer.  Dad loves working with him, and with Rob Sword who was the officiant and DJ.  Stephanie from Fishhawk Florist did the flowers, Jamie Lyn Cintron was there for hair and makeup, and Ella’s Cakes made the wedding cupcakes.

The pinks and greens of this wedding along with the beach details like starfish and sand dollars all looked so pretty together.  It was a great Florida summer wedding and though the weather started out looking threatening it didn’t disrupt the day at all.  Congratulations newlyweds, and thanks for having dad share in your special day!  He had a great time with you!