Laila + Jack Step Into The Limelight | ISLA DEL SOL YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

Laila and Jack’s love story began their freshman year of college… a decade+ ago! In her vows, Laila said that as soon as she saw Jack, she thought “I found my future husband”, but of course she didn’t want to tell any of her new college friends in the case they thought she was crazy. But she wasn’t crazy, she was right!

Laila and Jack’s wedding day was full of details that reflect their love of the beach and shelling, with a ceremony on the beach and seashell decor scattered throughout their reception details. We also loved the non-beach related details of their day, like their choreographed first dance, first looks with each other’s bridal parties, and iconic beer boys who passed out beers during their ceremony. Their wedding was truly a photographer’s dream!

What an honor it was to witness Laila and Jack dedicate their lives to one another and join together in marriage. We are SO happy for these two and wish them so much happiness for the years to come (+ many amazing shelling finds!). Congrats to Laila and Jack!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Steven McCarthy

Bridesmaid Dresses | David’s Bridal and Birdy Grey
Cake | Publix
Caterer | Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club
Ceremony Site | Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club
DJ | Boone’s Professional Events
Event Planner | Breezin’ Weddings | Katie
Florist | Sola Wood Flowers | Bride’s Aunt
Hair Stylist | Destiny & Light Hair and Makeup Group
Invitations | Zola
Make-up Artist | Destiny & Light Hair and Makeup Group
Reception Venue | Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club
Wedding Gown | Once Upon a Dress

Allie + Justin Step Into The Limelight | THE BIRCHWOOD | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

“So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” —Matthew 19:6.

In 2021, Allie and Justin both found themselves on Hinge. They ended up connecting, meeting, and clicking right away. These two made it official at the end of 2021 and just a little over a year later, Justin proposed!

Justin decided to coordinate with his sister to take photos. Justin’s sister likes photography and so Justin and Allie went to the St. Pete Pier for a photo shoot. At one point, Allie was posed so that she was facing out at the water, and Justin got down on one knee for when she turned around. Right after that sweet surprise, Justin had another planned! Little did Allie know that Justin also had a surprise engagement party set up with their families back at his apartment.

These two had such a sweet wedding celebration at the Birchwood in St. Pete, just a couple of blocks away from where they got engaged! With family photos outdoors in the park, a ceremony set up inside, a cocktail hour of the roof (so beautiful!), and an indoor reception, everything went so smoothly.

These two had so much fun breaking in the dance floor with their friends and family, and we hope that married life is just as sweet and fun! Congratulations to this sweet pair!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Bridesmaid Dresses | Birdy Grey
Cake | Publix
Caterer | The Birchwood
Ceremony Site | The Birchwood
DJ | Grant Hemond & Associates | James King
Event Planner | Enchanted Weddings & Events
Florist | Wonderland Floral Art
Hair Stylist | Sip & Dry
Make-up Artist | Sip & Dry
Officiant | Kevin Wilder
Reception Venue | The Birchwood
Suits | Men’s Wearhouse
Videographer | Grove Film
Wedding Gown | The Dressing Room St. Pete

Angie + Garrett Step Into The Limelight | Hotel Zamora | St. Petersburg, FL

Tropical, classy & sweet.

These two met in 2018 through a mutual friend, 4 years later Garrett proposed, and now in March 2023 we got to witness them tie the knot in front of their family + bridal party!

Angie and Garrett’s wedding day was full of joy. There was A LOT of great dancing, a soft sunset, and it was overall a great night. Angie and Garrett compliment each other so well and you can tell that not only were the two of them thrilled to get married, but their families were also.

Congrats to Angie and Garrett—may you continue growing in love together forever! We’re so happy for you two!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Cake | Publix
Caterer | Hotel Zamora
Ceremony Site | Hotel Zamora | Rooftop
DJ | Jeff Staples Group | Michael
Event Planner | Blue Skies Events
Florist | Jennie’s Flowers
Hair Stylist | Cat Baxter
Make-up Artist | Cat Baxter
Officiant | Sensational Ceremonies | Rev. Rick
Reception Venue | Hotel Zamora | Rooftop

Danielle + Tom Step Into The Limelight | Yacht StarShip | Tampa, FL

Danielle and Tom’s story starts in 2015 when they were both working in New York. They began carpooling together because they lived close, and those car rides eventually turned into date nights.

Because it’s oh-so romantic, we just have to tell you how Tom proposed…

Tom invited Danielle along with both of their parents to enjoy the Christmas light show at Jones Beach in NY while visiting for Thanksgiving. While walking through the winter wonderland, everyone stopped to take pictures and to take in the beautiful Christmas lights. After posing for an odd amount of time for pictures and videos, Tom took a step back, with a shaky voice said "I love you so much" and got on one knee in front of their parents. Not only was this the most beautiful moment and atmosphere, but it was, by no coincidence, the same place they shared their first date 6 summers before. 

While Danielle and Tom now live in the Tampa Bay area, much of their family came from out of town, so they wanted their wedding celebration to be like a vacation for all of their loved ones! What a fun reverse-destination wedding for the couple, but sweet getaway for family. 

These two wanted a simple, but stunning wedding day—and that’s just what they got. With a beautiful ride in Tampa Bay, a fun lunch-style wedding, and a whole day to spare in Tampa following the celebration, it was truly a relaxing and joyful occasion.

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Cake | Publix
Caterer | Yacht StarShip
Ceremony Site | Yacht StarShip
Hair Stylist | Creative Touches Hair and Makeup
Make-up Artist | Creative Touches Hair and Makeup
Reception Venue | Yacht StarShip
Wedding Gown | Lulus

Ana Carolina + Rolando Step Into The Limelight | Aloft Tampa Midtown | Tampa, FL

¡Los mejores! Ana Carolina & Rolando ♥️
A friend introduced them and they naturally started talking to each other.
Then the sweetest moment… while they were curled up in bed, Rolando showed Ana Carolina some engagement ring on his cell and casually said “ this ring is the one I like the most, and you? Will you marry me?”. From then on they started to plan their special day with familia y amigos.
We LOVE how they both just fit together so naturally and beautifully. Their main core is family and simply being together.
Ana Carolina & Rolando’s wedding day was flawless… all the details was thoughtful and meaningful including the lighting of the candle during their ceremony which included their sweet daughter. We loved witnessing Ana Carolina & Rolando loving on each guest and taking the time to thank everyone for being there to celebrate them. I think Ana Carolina managed to hug, talk and take a picture with everyone… it was so special to see.
Deseamos a Ana Carolina y Rolando todo lo mejor en todo lo que hacen. Sirven todas las cosas buenas. ¡Siempre!

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Jackie Pizio

Cake | Publix
Caterer | Aloft Tampa Midtown
Ceremony Site | Aloft Tampa Midtown
DJ | Grant Hemond & Associates
Reception Venue | Aloft Tampa Midtown