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Deanna + Michael : Disney Cruise Line Wedding on the Disney Dream

July 20, 2016 by Jensey Leave a Comment

Destination weddings are always an adventure, but that increases 10 fold when it’s on a Disney Cruise.

We were thrilled when Deanna and Michael asked us to join them on board to document their wedding! This was our second wedding to shoot on the Disney Dream, the first being Krystal and Ben’s. Krystal’s ceremony took place on Castaway Cay, but this was to be our first wedding in the atrium of the Disney Dream. It was absolutely stunning!

The best part about this wedding were the people getting married. Deanna and Michael became quick friends, and their families welcomed us with open arms! Deanna’s family has cruised more times than they could count, and a large majority of their guests were friends they’ve made while on Disney cruises!

Nate and I were able to photograph their legal ceremony while the boat was docked at Cape Canaveral, and then shot their welcome party too. <3

Fact : I could photograph wedding details in the Roy Disney suite every day of the week and twice on Sunday. <3

These shoe photos!!! <3

Deanna, you were STUNNING.

Michael didn’t look so bad, either!

First look on Deck 4, my favorite!. <3

So. Many. Favorites. <3

FAVORITE. <3

Then it was off to the D Lounge for cake and champagne! <3

Yay!! Next up, photos from the rest of our cruise! :)

Tim + Mike : Lowes Royal Pacific Wedding at Red Coconut Reception at Universal City Walk

July 6, 2016 by Jensey Leave a Comment

Tim and Mike had been together for 9 years. They are truly one of the most loved couples we’ve ever had the chance to photograph, and their wedding was one I’ll never forget!! They are men after our own hearts, the kind of people who work very hard at their jobs but play even harder! They love live theater, traveling, and throwing epic Halloween parties for their friends. <3

We were so looking forward to this one, and the anticipation increased with every new detail we learned. Susan Southerland of Just Marry! was at the helm making sure everything went better than planned, and I so hope to shoot another wedding at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal!

THIS PLACE. <3

These two directed the way to the ceremony site and the guests LOOOOOOVED them!!

Their floral was nothing short of incredible.

LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVED this wedding party!! <3

After an amazing brunch at Royal Pacific, their guests took a boat to City Walk to continue the party at the Red Coconut Club!

I love this photo Nate got of Tim and Mike waving to one of their guest boats. :)

Two of the most gorgeous guests ever, but then again, we’re a little partial. <3

My new favorite thing at receptions- A cupcake bar!

Photobooth love. <3

The Red Coconut Club has my heart. It was sort of like if Atlantic Dance Hall and 50’s Prime Time had a baby. :)

Tim and Mike, we had so, so much fun- Thanks for letting us be a part of it all!!! We hope to see you again soon! :)

Brittany + Jeff : St. Timothy Catholic Church Ceremony and The Vault Reception in Tampa, Florida

June 28, 2016 by Jensey 1 Comment

This. Wedding. <3

It feels like just yesterday we were shooting Brittany and Jeff’s engagement session around the Boardwalk Inn, and then bam! Getting ready for their wedding day!

Brittany and Jeff were married at St. Timothy Catholic Church in Tampa. Nate and I frantically flipped between our 3 weather apps on the way to Tampa, worried about rain during post-ceremony portraits. But lucky for us, the rain stayed away until dinner when we were all safe and sound inside one of my new favorite wedding venues, The Vault! Tim from Story Book Weddings was the videographer by our side all day and brightening the moods of everyone around him!

Nate’s favorite moment of the day (he just corrected me- Favorite moment from our weddings this year!!) was watching everyone on the dance floor rock it out to “Go Ninja Go Ninja GO!”

My favorite part of their wedding day? This little munchkin. <3 <3 <3 <3

I. MEAN.

Brittany was flawless.

I love that Jeff wore white, too!! So dapper. :)

Photobombs during bridal portraits are ONLY encouraged when they’re by the groom! ;)

After we left St. Timothy Catholic Church, it was off to The University of Tampa for some just-married portraits! Brittany told me she used to run through this campus during college and see brides taking their photos on campus, and it was her dream to come back here for her portraits. <3

One of my faaaaaavorites. <3

THE VAULT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! First built in 1923 as The Exchange National Bank, this space has now been reconstructed with a contemporary feel for an event space. The 35 foot ceiling makes for such a dramatic feel! :)

TRUTH. <3

I love the little second story room that the bride and groom used to peek on their guests before coming down for their introductions. This is definitely a new favorite Florida venue for us!! <3

THIS FIRST DANCE LIGHT, Y’ALL. Best reception hall in Florida!!

Grant Hemond and Associates kept the party going all night. We always look forward to working with that team when we’re in the Tampa area! :)

Brittany and Jeff let us steal them away for some end of the night photos outside of the historic Tampa Theatre, which happens to be my dream Florida venue to shoot someday!

Brittany and Jeff, we wish the very best for your mawage and so hope we keep in touch- Brittany, I never got to bond with you over our mutual love of “King Tut!” <3 Wishing you the happiest honeymoon and excited to share more photos soon!! :)