{Valerie + Ryan @Rusty Pelican}

It was a beautiful November morning for Valerie and Ryan’s seaside style wedding.  The festivities began on the top floor of the Westin.  It’s always so energizing to feel the excitement building as the girls are getting ready and making sure the bride has everything she needs to look stunning Valerie definitely did!  Ryan was so nervous as he anxiously waited for Valerie to step out of the limo and to meet him at the end of the aisle.  I’m usually right by the groom, trying to capture his reaction without being to obviousJ  As Valerie was escorted by her dad, you could feel the love radiating off of Ryan as a tear slipped down his cheek.  It still gets me every time, and I just can’t stop smiling thinking about it.  White orchid cascading center pieces, starfish, and aqua linens accented the room.  Their cake topper was 2 adirondack chairs on top of a brown sugary sea shell cake.  Here’s some of their story and sweet moments.  Congrats!!! xoxoxoxo

Venue: Rusty Pelican, Makeup: Lindsay McConnell  Florals: The Bride's Bouquet, Cake: Chantilly Cakes, DJ: Frank Lebano, Gown/Jewelry: Sarasota Brides & Formalwear, Chocloate Fountain: Lou's Chocolate Fountains, Escort Cards: Special Moments

{Kevin + Rowena @The Rusty Pelican}

Somehow I missed the fact that Kevin has a twin brother:-)  Bo, is actually Kevin's fraternal twin brother but they look a lot a like, apparently 5 other people were mistaken as well!  We had a lot of fun with this group:-)  The deep red florals and the girls in red dresses was gorgeous!  The tall grass next to the water made it look like there is an open field right there on the water.  I love how differently that location looks during the day verses night.  There was also a small door that was open that does under the Rusty Pelican which made for another really different look.  The night went by so fast, and was full of so much joy and excitement.  I'm honored that we had the privelige of capturing it!  Congrats Kevin and Rowena! 

Venue: The Rusty Pelican, Florals: Arlene Floral and Event Design, Makeup: Jayson Cunanan, Hair: Lily Mai, DJ: Downtown DJs, Cake: Chantilly Cakes

{Lori + Patrick @Rusty Pelican Tampa}

St. Paul Lutheran Church has a really cool red door and gorgeous warm light streaming through the stained glass.  Lori looked stunning as she walked down the aisle to see Patrick for the first time.  Lori chose white lilies, hydrangea, and roses for her bouquets and for their beautiful center pieces which looked amazing with the eggplant linens.  While Patrick was dancing with his mom, the ring bearer gave Lori a huge hug, maybe a little bit too big:-) They had one of the best and un-suspecting cake smashings ever!  Congrats to the new Mr and Mrs!!

Church: St. Paul Lutheran Church, Venue: Rusty Pelican, Florals: The Bride's Bouquet, Hair/Makeup: Tribeca Salon, Transportation: Ambassador Limousines, Cake: Chantilly Cakes