This beautiful couple is also part of my family so I was ecstatic to do some couple portraits for them. It’s so important to get these done every once in awhile especially after children. Â These two brought emotion and life to all of these images so enjoy! Hammock Beach Resort
I’ve had the pleasure in meeting some of the most genuinely kind couples over the last three months and this is the best way to describe Chris and Katelyn. Not only are they kind and adorable but they were smiling from the time I met them until we walked away for the evening. Thank you
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I was so ecstatic when I got to hop over to Tallahassee for Chris and Maria’s engagement. We THOUGHT we might be able to get into the FSU football stadium for some pictures but instead we were able to get some pictures around it with their photogenic dog:) This was such a fun day with
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This beautiful engagement session is so light and airy that it makes me realize why I like shooting at Washington Oaks. I love the different shades of green and speckles of light that shine through the trees. Erin and Donny were so laid back and fun to work with and I can’t wait to photograph
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Amy and Jim had the most beautiful wedding ceremony at the Lightner Museum and not only was it beautiful, it was so special. I loved watching how they made the children a part of the ceremony. You’re going to swoon over this adorable couple. Wedding Officiant: Wedding Authority Wedding Venue: Lightner Museum Florist: Liz Stewart
Have I told you how much I enjoy engagement pictures? It sets the stage for a lasting relationship between YOU and your photographer so that on the day of your wedding, you don’t feel as nervous in front of the camera. I enjoyed this beautiful couple immensely as we laughed through Alpine Groves and enjoyed
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Justin and Allison rented a house by the inlet waterway for their first look and getting ready photos and as you can see from Justin’s awesome ring, there were a couple of avid fishermen that loved that spot as well. This was a beautiful DIY wedding and I hope you enjoy looking through every gorgeous detail
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It doesn’t matter how many times I visit Washington Oaks Gardens State Park; I am always amazed by it’s beauty and add these two to the mix and well, you can see for yourself. I had the hardest time culling through images because I wanted to keep them ALL. They couldn’t take a bad picture
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Sometimes, you have to wait for the Florida weather to be right and as always, our weather is very unpredictable. We had a day or two that had to be rescheduled due to rain but this day was the perfect weather during a sunny Florida January day. Mark and Danielle were so laid back and full
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When I was asked to photograph this beautiful Palencia wedding, I was told the theme was going to be “Great Gatsby” and THAT it was.  You won’t want to miss the these gorgeous details, classic home, and lovely people. Catering: Culinary Outfitters Lighting: St. Johns Illuminations Music: By city kings band Flowers: Flower works
This was my first time at Alpine Groves State Park and my what a beautiful park to visit. We were rained out the first time there and literally found ourselves jumping fences to outrun the storm approaching which you will see in some of the pictures. Kate and Danny even had family support there and
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I’m the last person to know anything about cars BUT I knew this Ford Fairlane was SPECIAL and Phillip’s uncle drove it over for them to use for engagement pictures. I’m looking forward to photographing their wedding!
I’ve noticed that I take a “flora” image before almost every engagement session so this could become a ‘thing.’ Ha! Enjoy this fun loving couple who started off their downtown St. Augustine session just right with a cold brew at A1A Ale Works in St. Augustine followed by a typical afternoon Florida rain:) Congratulations Carrie
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I’ve been MIA from blogging and from updating our website but for good reason. We introduced our sweet little boy Judah River to our family May 1,2015(I’ll be sharing pictures soon) so I’ve been off for the month of May and most of June. I still wanted everyone to know though that we have some
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These 2 lovebirds celebrated their 40 year anniversary by visiting Amelia Island and spending the day with me at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park. I asked them if they had any marriage tidbits they’d like to share and these are two best responses I’ve heard yet: “Forgive earlier.” “Instead of asking what you can do
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We’ve been busy preparing for our own bundle of joy due at the end of April so I haven’t been able to update the blog as often as I’d like but here are some of my favorites from the Pacetti family’s portraits in downtown St. Augustine,FL.  They are expecting their 3rd beautiful little girl in April:)
Stylized St. Augustine Bridal Photography Shoot I had the opportunity to work with a few local creatives and vendors in the St. Augustine area and we poured all of our heart and soul into every little detail of this stylized St. Augustine bridal photography session. I’m always drawn to the bohemian/rustic wedding themes so I
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I don’t often share images from our bridal boudoir sessions because it’s such an intimate and private experience that I think are for HIS EYES only:) Â Sara was gracious enough to let me share a couple of these gorgeous portraits of her during our shoot at Matanzas Inlet. I absolutely LOVE offering bridal boudoir sessions
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Would you believe that this lovely couple found us on INSTAGRAM?!:) I love using Instagram as a social media outlet because not only do our couples get to see our work, but they get to know more about us and our families. It began with Instagram which then led to coffee at Barnes and let
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Washington Oaks Gardens State Park has quickly become one of my favorite locations for family portraits or weddings. Even when the flowers aren’t blooming, everything is so GREEN and vibrant. Let’s not forget to mention the ancient oak tree that makes you freeze in your steps as you approach it. Between little Fiona’s baby blues,
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I love engagement sessions and let me tell you why:) Of course, I love everything and everyone that I photograph but this is a time of extra connection and what I like to call the ‘guard down’ moment. When most people find us and meet us, I’d like to say they are not only hiring
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Hi friends! Here is the announcement for the long awaited fall mini sessions this year. Date: October 25-26 Location: Undisclosed location. You will receive an email with location details once booked. It’s approximately 20-30 minutes away from St. Augustine so please take that into account. $125 includes: 30 minutes, 10 high res downloads, an online
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I just knew when I first met Brittany and saw her passion for design, retro clothing, and pretty things:), that we were not only going to collaborate together but that I was going to have a new friend here in St. Augustine. She absolutely adores what she does and to watch the love she has
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I’ve been taking some tutorials and developing some new ideas over the last couple of days. I’m determined to check off my list of “tips to learn” for 2014. Model: Tara and Seth Ferreira
When we found out Emily and Kyle’s wedding was going to be in Charleston, I got so excited because I love the vintage, southern chic atmosphere surrounding that city and the fact that my grandfather attended the Citadel which made it even more special.We…well I say we..but me or Brad have been either photographing or
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On March 23,2013, Nick and Nicole Linser said their vows while there were tornado warnings popping up on every iphone in the building that day and THIS is why I am so happy to be sharing their wedding with you. Between the warnings,transportation in a ghost tour van,cancellation of their original venue for the ceremony
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I am so excited to share this beautiful rainy day wedding:) Julia and Russell found us from an engagement session that we pinned on our Pinterest board(see Pinterest, does come in handy:) months ago in Washington Oaks Garden State Park. I always like to ask how my couples meet and one of the best answers
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I know I said I’d blog more..write more…but time sure does have away of passing quickly. Â I always have something to say but it’s figuring out what to say, when to say it, and who to say it to. As a business owner, I don’t want to say the wrong thing and lose a listener
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What a small world it is. I somehow found Erin of RCB Fashion through a handwritten letter of one of our mutual friends and I knew Susan only through Facebook and networking with other artists in Atlanta,GA. All that to say…they knew eachother and Susan happened to be visiting Erin in Daytona which led them
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Peggy who is an officiant from “Your Wedding Ceremony Your Way” referred us to this awesome couple who decided to fly from New York to St. Augustine to elope at The Casa Monica Hotel. I couldn’t get over Kathleen’s gorgeous dress and jewelry and Joey’s cowboy hat and boots just added to their beautiful style.
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