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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! :)

Deanna + Michael : Disney Cruise Line Wedding Preview

March 2, 2016 by Jensey 10 Comments

It’s so rare we get to photograph cruise line weddings, and this one even happened to take place on my favorite boat! Such a Dream. <3

Deanna and Michael and 60 of their nearest and dearest cruised together to celebrate their wedding. Deanna is no stranger to the Disney Cruise Line- When I asked her how many times she’s sailed, she said she lost count! We loved this whole group and couldn’t be happier to have Deanna and Michael join our Root Photography family. <3

Oh, no big deal, Deanna just got ready in the Roy O. Disney suite. This was their veranda! *Swooooooon!*

Just two of my favorites from the day- This first look!! <3

Stunning.

Dream come true ceremony location!!

The next morning, we stole our newlyweds away for some photos around Castaway Cay. :)

Best. Wedding. Group. Ever. <3

Deanna and Michael, we can’t thank y’all enough for your love and hospitality! We can’t wait to share the rest of your photos in the coming weeks! :)

Krystal + Ben : Disney Cruise Line Wedding on Castaway Cay Part II

August 14, 2013 by Jensey 4 Comments

Continued from Krystal and Ben’s Disney Cruise Line Castaway Cay Wedding Part I. :)

I just realized that just like our last cruise bride, Kimberly, Krystal is also a fellow wedding photographer. I love that almost every wedding vendor we’ve photographed has either eloped or had a destination wedding like this! :)

Disney's Castaway Cay - Jack Sparrow with Bride and Groom

Captain Jack seemed a bit concerned when he saw we were shooting with Cannons. :)

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After a little bit of bride and groom portrait time on Castaway Cay, it was off to their private reception for cake, toasts, and dances!

Champagne Toast

I love so much that Ben asked his little sister to be his “Best Woman,” and her speech had everyone (including us) wiping tears.

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We were originally going to spend an hour or so after their reception for photos around the boat, but no words could describe how incredibly hot it was! Krystal and Ben made the smart decision to postpone photos until after dinner so they could enjoy the island a bit.

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