The Root Photography Blog

Courtney + Justin : Grand Floridian Wedding Pavilion Ceremony and Citricos Reception

April 29, 2015 by Jensey 7 Comments

Just like me, Courtney grew up vacationing to Walt Disney World every year despite not being raised in Florida. It’s only fitting that after a surprise proposal in front of Cinderella Castle, Courtney and Justin tied the knot at Disney’s Wedding Pavilion at the Grand Floridian.

Courtney has the spunk and effervescence of a Disney princess come to life, and we were so honored to document her and Justin’s day! It’s hard to believe it’s nearly been three weeks since these two became Mr. and Mrs., so excuse me for forgoing my traditional sneak peek post and just full-on blogging their fairytale. Enjoy! <3

So. Many. Favorite. Faces. Between Courtney getting in her wedding gown (pictured below), and having her veil put in, my Instagram account has posts for daaaaaays. <3

Courtney, I love you so hard. <3

I finally got around to seeing the new Cinderella, and I can confirm that Courtney was waaaaay more excited for this carriage ride than the princess herself!

Every now and then in our Disney weddings, our brides and grooms will play a little joke on the best man: The officiant asks him for the rings, he realizes he doesn’t have them, and then Major Domo steps in to save the day. :)

The closest I’ll ever get to riding in this thing is Nate sneaking in for a photo! :)

One of my favorites by Nate. :)

THIS. WEDDING. CAKE. YOU. GUYS. Bar set!!!! (That’s their centerpiece on the left!)

Oh, Courtney and Justin, can we do it again, please?! Thank you for letting us be a part of it! <3

Heather + Michael : Sea Breeze Point Wedding + Epcot Italy Reception

April 20, 2015 by Jensey 6 Comments

Heather and Michael met over 12 years ago at work. They lost touch, and nearly a decade later, he saw her profile on Match.com and they’ve been together ever since!

Their ceremony was at the Boardwalk Inn’s Sea Breeze Point, and reception was a first-ever for us at Italy Isola. :) We also photographed this wedding just a few short days after moving into our new home. It was the perfect break from cardboard boxes and boxes and boxes!

Any wedding that starts with sparkly Kate Spade shoes is a win in my book. :)

Even more a win when Patricia LeJeune is on hand for hair and make-up. :)

Loooooooved this sweet first look. <3

Michael’s daughter stole the show as flower girl. Look at that dressssssss! She was in great spirits despite the fact that until that week, she thought *she* was the bride!

I think this may be my all time favorite image from the Boardwalk Inn- So iconic. <3

This was our first night ceremony at Sea Breeze Point. I loved the draping they brought in and that chandelier!

Those linens!!!!!!!!!!!!! <3

My favorite. :)

Heather and Michael, we couldn’t have asked for a better first wedding in our new home! Thank you for being so wonderful and enjoy newlywed life! :)

Sheelagh + Shayne : Lake Buena Vista Orlando, Florida Wedding

April 13, 2015 by Jensey 3 Comments

It’s been an embarrassingly long time since their wedding (like, a year!) and I’ve still neglected to blog these two! Unacceptable. Friends, meet Sheelagh and Shayne, quite possibly the sweetest couple we’ve ever met. When we arrived on their wedding day, they had gifts for us from Canada, and even brought the coolest jacket for Huck! We were living in Nashville and he got some great use out of it!

From their first inquiry, Shayne told us, “We laugh louder, smile more, and love life during our trips to Walt Disney World, and we want to share that experience with our friends and families.” I love that so much and love these two more than I can say. :)

This is Claire, the coolest kid I’ve ever met. We had full on conversations over which Disney princess is best, and her concerns with kids watching all these animated movies where the parents die (Frozen had recently come out.) My favorite Claire story was one Sheelagh told us- She and Shayne took her to meet Belle, whom she had also met the night prior. Claire took one look at Belle and asked if she got enough sleep, because she looked so tired compared to their last meeting. That poor face character, but what a story! ;)

Oh my goodness, I love these two. <3

From their Sea Breeze Point ceremony, it was off to a Boardwalk Inn ballroom reception. <3

And then, Sheelagh and Shayne surprised their guests with an Epcot dessert party! They took my favorite wedding day transportation- A Friendship Boat! <3

Sheelagh and Shayne, we love y’all and can’t wait to see you again later this month!!!!! <3