True love is inevitable.
It is the warm, fuzzy feeling when you think of your other half. It is butterflies at the pit of your belly maybe to start, but it evolves into an unstoppable force. And sometimes when two people are destined to be together, that power of love's potential greatness can be felt before that couple even exists. Josh and Jessica began their love story with an introduction from a mutual friend that could feel even before they ever laid eyes on one another that they were destined to be great together. Their wedding day could not have been more beautiful. That warm, tender love is expressed in each every one of their photos. Congratulations Josh & Jessica.
2nd Shooter: http://jesseclements.com
Cake & Cupcakes: Kyndall's Kakes
"A sunny future begins with a shower"- Author unknown
Here is a little teaser into their special day....
Belleview, Florida
Second Shooter, Jesse Clements http://jesseclements.com/
Usually i try to write a little bit about the bride and groom and how much fun i had or my fav part of their wedding or just a tid bit from my end...but this one i am leaving up to them.
The groom, well he just has such a way with words... Here see for yourself and enjoy some pics from this super fun New York Wedding!!!
"Dawn and have loved each other since high school. Maybe not the kind of love that would spark romance back then, but definitely the kind that kept us talking over the years- like a small glowing ember. That ember never went out. It never went away. As the years passed and life took us in different directions, the spark was still there. God certainly played a role in turning that small, glowing light into what it is now- a bright, warm amazing life together. When we met, we had no clue what we would have or how much we would mean to one another. These days, we look back laughing at old pictures when we were together-- and, being that hindsight is ALWAYS 20/20, it was written all over our faces in those photos, that something special was there. It's that same look we have in our wedding photos- only now we are older and much wiser to the fact that we love each other. I have a sneaking suspicion that in 30 years from now, as we revisit these wedding photos, the same phenomenon will happen- we will laugh knowing how we had no clue how amazing our life would be together or just what exactly we had. Love is such an amazing thing."
Why New York???
"Dawn and I chose New York City as the location for a few reasons. Nick proposed in Central Park, we LOVE it there and find it to be the most romantic backdrop for the most important day in our life.
So many great memories... And many future ones to come!"- Nick
Summer weddings are known for a few things, beautiful flowers, flowing water and the HEAT! This wedding was no exception...but God had another plan in store for us with a little cooling down rain.
This bride and groom i had the pleasure of meeting a little while back and immediatly loved them both! Here is a little sneak peek into their perfect day!
a little note from the Bride & Groom "Sam and I were so glad we were able to have our wedding at such a special place and so speacial to us. Everything turned out amazing, even with a little rain. Standing there saying our vows with the storm clouds in the background was amazing. The little drizzle that started as everyone came up for communion was perfect to cool everyone off. I couldn't have imagined a better day with all our friends and family. Everyone ate and drank the night away! Our sparkler"send off" was the perfect ending to our perfect day!!!"
What a fun and beautiful wedding. It was held at the Bellmoor Plantation in Belleview, Florida. Such a wonderful couple and their bridal party was such a treat! Here is a few words from the Bride---Luann "Our wedding day was PERFECT! I think my absolute favorite moment would have to be when the doors opened and I saw Scotty's face for the first time, my heart started racing immediately! We had a beautiful ceremony and I was so excited when our pastor announced "Mr. and Mrs. Scott Schuck", that was a moment I had been waiting for! We were so blessed to have so many of our closest friends and family there to celebrate our special day! We danced the night away and felt like the end of the night came way too soon!"
"Although we were sad to see the night come to an end, we Loved when our last song came on and our friends and family packed the dance floor and sang along to Journey- "Don't stop Believing"! It was an amazing end to a beautiful evening, and the perfect start to our marriage!"
There could not have been a more perfect day created for a river wedding... Mark and Kelly married at their favorite summer time location in Crystal River, Florida. They celebrated the day with their closest friends and family members at an outdoor ceremony situated on the Plantation Inn property, close to the water with a glowing sunset as their backdrop.
An indoor reception followed the ceremony decorated in burlap, baby's breath filled mason jars, and illuminated wine bottles. A perfect country, rustic themed event.
The atmosphere was fun and casual but most importantly filled with a tremendous amount of love and excitement for new husband and wife. Their favorite moments were seeing each other down the aisle for the first time, looking at each other with tears of happiness on their faces, as well as dancing to their first song as husband and wife to Blake Shelton's "Over". The words of the song they hope to live by forever...
"So tell me what I got to do to win you over. You never have to wonder if you need another. You never have to wonder if I understand, and every time you reach for me you'll find a hand."
enjoy these beautiful moments...
little william was not so little in fact! 9lbs 14oz... he was just perfect! His big brother is going to teach him everything he knows. I just had a blast with this cute little family. Not only are they awesome clients but they take tender loving care of my Fur-children at Maricamp Animal Hospital (our vet)
{9 Days New}
Had so much fun with these 2 on their engagement shoot tonight!!! From sunsets to windy, cold water, to boat rides!!! Sam sure knows how to handle a boat! (and i am glad he does cause i sure dont! ha hah) They were so cute...cant wait till their Summer wedding!!!!
I even got to shoot a loving moment between them where Sam Proposed!!! <3 LOVE
Learned tonight how much the Village Community likes to party! No clowns please!!!
Can not wait to shoot this beautiful couples wedding...They were so easy to work with and didn't let the little bit of rain spoil the shoot! In fact they embraced it and said...ah this is Florida bring it on! My clients really are the best. <3 <3 <3
Got to meet beautiful redhead Shelby today!!! At almost 34 weeks prego it wont be long now! Her husband is currently serving in Afghanistan. I am sure he cant wait to meet his beautiful baby boy! Soon soon Soon!
Had so much fun with these 2 today! i had the pleasure of shooting this beautiful momma when she was pregnant...then meeting little miss G after.Now at 4months old she is so full of life! She is such a good baby and such a momma's girl. I think these pictures capture just that...the bond that no one can break between mother and daughter. <3
{hair and makeup provided by Salon Bliss}
Senior Portraits are such a fun avenue as a photographer...they really allow you to show who the client is in their images. I like to think outside the box and let their images really reflect who they are or their interest. Jake had such a great shoot with some of his best friends and best 4 legged friend.
He just couldnt wait to get here!!! Although little Ryan was VERY early welcomed into this world (35 weeks i believe)....he was a little fighter and is such a strong little boy! He will be full term this week and hasnt missed a beat! At over 7lbs he might have very well been one of the best newborns i have ever had in the studio. He was a dream. So sleepy and so easy... Good looks run in the family! Just look at his beautiful older sister! Ryan you are loved so much already!!!
I am often asked "where is your fav place to shoot?" This winter(or lack of winter) i really enjoyed this field....
They were the first ones to be so willing and daring to get all up in that tall dead grass! Loved it! love the willingness! Love seeing this young love!
Special Thanks to Marley Mae Designs for that cute custom luggage tag!
Love when an idea comes to mind and then your models just totally rock the shot!!!
all to soon we blink and our life has passed us by. Its so important to take time out to help the people in the community around you. Not only does Rondo do that, but he does it with a smile!
Today i had the please of shooting his full of life family at The Bellemoore Plantation. They were so fun! I cant wait for the big Wedding date which is just around the corner!!!
its so refreshing to see a couple who has been together for such a long time still so in love with each other!
One day driving back from a shoot i saw this location...it was dark so i wasnt sure how well it would really photograph, but i knew i already loved it. Had the pleasure of taking a beautiful girl there today for a little bikini shoot! Completely fell in love. The sun was just right...she was stunning....only one problem....
Should have taken a pic of the cop who asked us to leave :(
PS incase any of my other photog friends want to go shoot at it and drive this cop nuts...it is n on old jacksonville road. It is right ON the road and very much public with no fence....just sayin ")
Have i mentioned how AWESOME my clients are...and how they willingly do what i ask! She totally ROCKED IT!
sooo BOOOO on you mr po po. We went and found another beautiful location....right across the street from the Sherriffs station :)
Spring Mini's are right around the corner! Think rustic wagon and spring fever! ....and maybe a hint of duckies!
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