Erica + Anthony Step Into The Limelight | Grand Plaza Hotel | St. Petersburg, FL

March 24, 2020

Erica & Anthony met through a friend (and also officiant) Erik, ten years ago.
Anthony proposed to Erica at home, they were getting ready to go out to dinner and he surprised her when he got on one knee with the kids close by (exactly how Erica wanted).

Erica loves that Anthony is honest, hard worker and makes her feel comfortable. They can always be themselves around each other and communicate through any situation. Erica loves his determination to set goals together and follow through until they are accomplished. What she loves most is how amazing he is as a father and caretaker to their family.

Anthony loves how much she makes him laugh, when she laughs… he loves her drive, even when she is exhausted she still steps up to the plate for their family. Anthony loves how supportive Erica is of his goals and hobbies. She always pushes him to be a better father and overall human being.

Erica & Anthony both enjoy parenting, eating good food, laughing, vacationing, relaxing (can we say spa day!), making coffee together and Netflixing! (yes, its a thing! lol)

For their wedding day, they wanted not just one day to celebrate but a whole trip with their family and friends to celebrate them! They love the beach and thought Grand Plaza Hotel would be the perfect place for their wedding as they live in Schenectady, New York.

They LOVE to dance and these two lit up the dance floor! It was definitely a night to remember. We enjoyed getting to know these two and their sweet boys, their wedding day was filled with lots of laughter and so many beautiful memories. We loved being there!

Erica & Anthony we wish you ALL the best in ALL you do.

MADISON AND ROBERT FEATURED IN THE LIMELIGHT |GRAND PLAZA HOTEL | ST. PETERSBURG , FL

July 25, 2017

Here is a story for the ages.....Madison was working at school when a handsome young man entered in, she was curious about him and so she asked around and made sure someone gave her number to this guy. A connection was made when Robert took the chance and called her. They set up a date. When this typical two hour dinner date turned into closing down the restaurant they both knew there was something special there..and through it all they grew closer, merging their families together, finding each other in a balance and respecting/loving one another through love, kindness and selflessness. So here they were, on May 19th of 2017 amongst family and friends to say their I do's. Both had such a beautiful balance to the day. Not everything can run perfectly and although the rain clouds came their happiness and joy shined brighter than the weather. We were honored to be a part of their big day, thankful the rain didn't collapse down on them during the ceremony and just loved their interactions with their loved ones! There was so much enthusiasm and love that any hiccup seemed to be just an after thought for these two. A lesson we should all learn from. It reminds me of the expression 'keep calm and carry on' but forMadison and Robert it was 'keep calm and make it epic with whatever comes our way". Congratulations to Madison and Robert, keep strengthening each other with your optimism and realism! You two have a love that most aspire to behold! Here are a few favorites from that day!

Lead Photographer | Jess Orthober
Associate Photographer | Sam Farmer

TARA AND MATT FEATURED IN THE LIMELIGHT | GRAND PLAZA HOTEL | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

July 18, 2017

Graduation day. A day of accomplishments, celebration of hard work and new beginnings. This was the day Tara and Matt met. What is so interesting is they met on the day they graduated from the same school, on such a monumental day. A day that holds such great meaning and promise. This day was most important though because it was the very first day that something even more significant began. Through years of work and getting to know one another and gaining life experiences they found a love and companionship that most strive to achieve. Something of respect, hard work, positivity and laughter (or as one of the bridesmaids said so well in her toast 'giggles' I just love that!). This kind of grounded love holds no bounds and can take on some of life greatest challenges. It is one that will span a life time. The two chose a destination wedding with the laid back presence both exuded and pieces of timeless elegance that wrapped around the day to give it a full embodiment of beauty. They incorporated elegant pieces of blush, ivory, crystal and a splash of silver along with a beautiful chandelier piece to set the ceremony on the beach.
I have to say personally to this couple, Tara and Matt ~ we LOVED you! You were so kind and courteous and showed so much beauty and happiness. You are the reason why we do this. We are so honored to be a part of your day.
Capturing their day was a keepsake. It started with so much joy and love ending(really just beginning) with a fun celebration full of dancing that all the family and friends will remember for years to come. Congratulations to Tara and Matt!

Photographer | Carlos Rellos