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Christina & Joseph’s Oldest House Wedding Sneak Peek | St. Augustine Wedding Photographers

Melanie — Tue, 15 May 2012 16:16:49 +0000

Just two short weeks ago we were in Florida shooting a beautiful outdoor wedding in the gardens of The Oldest House located in St. Augustine. Christina planned such a sweet neutral color palette of ivories, blush accents and blacks that it complimented the historic location perfectly. Here are a few sneak peeks of their wedding day. We hope you all enjoy!

I absolutely love this photo of Christina’s dad and his two girls.

Rebekka & Manley’s Lakeside Preview | Nashville Lifestyle Photographers

Melanie — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 21:19:44 +0000

So excited to share this session soon. Loved everything about this early morning lakeside shoot with the lovely Rebekka and her hubby Manley. Here is a little preview of things to come.

Danielle & Greg’s Casa Feliz Wedding | Orlando Wedding Photographers

Melanie — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 22:01:31 +0000

On a very rainy day last May we photographed the beautiful wedding of Danielle & Greg. The day was supposed to be sunny and welcoming for the perfect outdoor ceremony that Danielle had been dreaming of. As luck would have it though, Florida thunderstorms rolled in and pushed the ceremony indoors. Thankfully the beautiful historic interior of Casa Feliz was a warm and intimate setting for this sweet couple to say their vows. Danielle & Greg handled the flash storm with style and grace and the bride walked down the stairs to her groom with a smile on her face that lit up the room. Sure, at first, it wasn’t the setting our sweet bride had always dreamed of but I think it ended up being absolutely perfect surrounded by everyone who loves them so much. Soon after saying “I Do” the rain drops turned into a light sprinkle allowing us all to go outdoors for some beautiful photos around the historic home. Rain aside, the day ran smooth as butter. The reception was incredible. A swirl of peach, soft creams and lime green set the mood while the guests tore up the dance floor all night. A traditional cigar roller provided guests with a sophisticated treat as they sipped cocktails on the terrace of Interlachen Country Club. The night ended with sparklers and a vintage Rolls Royce swept the newlyweds off to their honeymoon. It couldn’t have been more perfect… rain and all. Danielle & Greg, you two are cut from the same cloth. You both have such kind hearts and warm spirits we are so happy to have been part of your wedding day and thrilled to call you our friends. We know your marriage will be blessed for decades to come and wish you nothing but happiness each and every year together.

Lots of love to you both!

Here are some of the vendors that helped make this wedding so lovely, followed by some of our favorite images. Enjoy!

Ceremony – Casa Feliz, Winter Park
Reception – Interlachen Country Club of Winter Park
Videographer – Voila Cinematic
Flowers – Flourish Productions
Cake – Bake Me A Cake
Planner – Susie Weiss of Wonderful Weddings
Transportation – VIP Transportation
DJ – Scott Messina Productions
Dress Designer – Marisa – from Solutions Bridal
Shoes – Badgley Mischka
Bridesmaid Dresses – JCrew
Tuxedo rental – Absolutely Fitting

Kristen & Jason’s St. Augustine Wedding Sneak Peek | Destination Wedding Photographers

Melanie — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 20:17:06 +0000

It feels like just days ago we were in St. Augustine on a gorgeous sunny afternoon shooting one of the sweetest weddings of the Spring. Kristen & Jason both live here in Franklin, TN but were married close to her family’s home in St. Augustine, FL. I absolutely adore Kristen’s dress and pretty much everything about these two. Here are a few of our favorite images from their wedding day in the nation’s oldest city. Enjoy!

Baby Catherine | Nashville Lifestyle Photographers

Melanie — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:49:54 +0000

Earlier this year we had the pleasure of photographing sweet baby Catherine just a couple of weeks after she was born. She is such a cutie and has he head full of gorgeous dark brown hair. You may remember her parents Mark & Dara from this surprise ShootyBooth we did last year when Dara surprised Mark with the news he was going to be a daddy! If you don’t… you should watch it. It was such a fun and unique way to share their good news. Nine months after that Shootybooth, baby C entered the world and has forever changed her mommy & daddy’s lives. They are so happy and we can’t blame them. Here are some photos from our session sharing in their new life as a family with a newborn. We hope you enjoy.