Jamie & Suz // Winter Park Racquet Club / Rollins Chapel Wedding

Jamie & Suz, man what is there even to say? Sometimes you just get lucky & I mean REALLY lucky.  From the moment I met them in their Brooklyn walkup, we clicked. Throughout the whole process, Suz texted me photos of her dress, her accessories and highlights from her Bachelorette weekend. She even sent me a care package when I moved into my new house- this girl is beyond thoughtful. By the time the wedding came, I felt like I was there to watch my friend get married rather than be a random vendor. 

This is what I hope for with all my couples & I'm so blessed that it's usually the case, but Jamie & Suz just went above & beyond making me feel at home. 

Their wedding was amazing & one HECK of a party. Anytime the night ends in half the wedding guests jumping into a pool is a MAJOR win in my book. It couldn't get better than this. 

Jamie & Suz- ya'll are warm, welcoming, alive & have the most contagious excitement for life. Knowing ya'll has been a blast & I can't wait for many more hang times to come! 

Ps. Shout out to Rachel Burkhart, second shooter extraordinaire! 

Neal & Michaela // Santa Barbara, California Greenhouse Wedding

Driving up the winding road to the Dos Pueblos Orchid Farm in Santa Barbara, I could see the greenhouses, the cactus fields, & the coastal cliffs. My heart was exploding with excitement & I thought "there could not be a more magical day". 

Turns out my gut was right- it was perfect beyond perfect. 

Michaela & Neal treated us like family & their friends did the same with no exception. Left & right I was offered food, wine, & hugs. I even ended the evening on the dance floor sandwiched between Michaela & one of her bridesmaids talking about how sad we were to leave each other because we'd had so much fun. 

Neal & Michaela share a sweet love & so intentionally created the most beautifully designed & special day. There really are no words, so here is about a million images to tell the story for you. Enjoy!

Ps. HUGE shout out to Jamie English for being the most epic second shooter, assistant, & friend I could have asked for on this day. She's so talented! This day was also made most epic by coordinator/event planner extraordinaire Tyler Speier & videography master John Burman. It was a dream team on all accounts! 

Anthony & Caroline // Classy Bramble Tree Estate Wedding

It was a sunny day in mid- March at the lovely Bramble Tree Estate. After exchanging vows, Anthony & Caroline walked back down the aisle with tears in their eyes. They had a few moments before their friends & family rushed to hug & congratulate them. They stood tearfully embracing one another, both of their eyes filled with such gratitude and appreciation. 

This was my favorite memory of the day- a quiet moment aways from all the to-do, just 2 people in awe of one another & soaking in the joy of new life together. 

Anthony & Caroline, you are both so lovely. Thank you for letting me be a part of your story. <3 

Todd & Jess // Joshua Tree Lovers

It was a Wednesday in late February when Todd & Jess met me in Joshua Tree. We arrived right as the clouds broke & the last light of day dropped behind the mountains. It was windy & cold, but Todd & Jess didn't seem to mind one bit. We talked, climbed some rocks, shared jackets, & didn't stop shooting till there wasn't a drop of light left in the sky. 

This was such a fun shoot for me & I'm so thankful to have met these two & gotten to play in such a magical place. <3

David & Tara // The Acre Orlando Wedding

David and Tara's wedding day was such a sweet one for me. I've known Tara since high school & while we weren't super close, it's been fun to keep up with her life from afar. She is one of those people who always makes me smile whenever I run into her around town. She is always so friendly and kind. 

When she inquired with me for her wedding, I was so thrilled, but I was even more excited when I was able to meet David & see how sweetly he loved her. 

Watching Tara, her son Eli, & David become a new family was one of those unforgettable sacred moments for me. I won't soon forget watching tears roll down Eil's cheek as he watched his mom say her vows or the way he cried from the sheer joy of "getting the dad he's always prayed for". It was such a beautiful, hope filled day & every time I look through these images, I feel it in my heart all over again. 

I hope you do too.

Ps. Huge shout out to Jeannie Albers for being an epic second shooter on this one!! <3

Daniel & Kaylee // New York City Rooftop Proposal

When Daniel first came to me with the idea of proposing to Kaylee in New York & bringing me along to document, I was ecstatic! I LOVE proposals & I love love love NYC, so I mean what could be better?!

After some serious brainstorming & research, Daniel found the most perfect location & we devised a plan to make this surprise epic. Last Monday, before the sun came up, we both hopped on a plane & secretly made our way to Brooklyn where Kaylee was visiting for a work trip.

The proposal went down on the patio of Westlight Bar in the William Vale Hotel. To say the views were unreal is an understatement- I mean, it's just insane. It was all perfect. Daniel laid out a special blanket that Kaylee had given him as a gift years before & one they frequently use for picnics. The weather was biting cold, but the sun was shining bright. The entire Manhattan skyline was sprawled out behind us. I crouched on the ground behind a wall & Daniel swayed excitedly/nervously back & forth as we waited for Kaylee to arrive for "drinks with friends".

Her face of shock when she first saw him was priceless. She stood frozen with her hands on her face & Daniel had to come lead her to the blanket where he would propose. And just like that, these two high school sweethearts get to be together forever! EEEEK! 

Matt & Bekah // South Florida Winter Wedding

This celebration went down at the epic Bellewood Plantation on probably the coldest night of December. It was a day full of happy tears & such sweet displays of emotion. The respect & admiration between these two was so tangible & such a joy to witness. I just adore them!

Matt & Bekah, thanks for letting me close out 2016 with you & your incredible families. <3

Dex & Megan // Intimate Bohemian Backyard Wedding

There really are no words for this one.

All I can say is that Dex & Megan's story is so special to me.

It's soaked in hope & redemption. It was everything I needed to see in this season of my life. Being there on that day, I felt their joy in my bones & I feel it again every time I look at these images. 

David & Tara // St. Augustine Engagement

I'm gonna keep this one short & sweet, because let's be honest, it's a few days before Christmas & no one has time to read more than a few sentences anyways..am I right? 

Last month, David, Tara & I ran around St. Augustine, one of my favorite Floridian cities. The weather was amazing & the wind was doing all the right & perfect things for Tara's hair. The chemistry between these two is off the charts & it was making my giddy how at home they are together.

It was an all around great time, I love these images, & I'm so so excited for their wedding in just a few weeks! EEK!

Jamie & Suz // Brooklyn Rooftop Engagement

Back in November I was able to visit New York City for Jamie & Suz's engagement photos & holy cow, was it fun. I mean it was next level fun. We ran around their Brooklyn neighborhood, drank beer in Ubers, ate delicious pizza, & climbed to their rooftop for a sunset that couldn't have been better. We spent an entire afternoon together & it was non stop laughter & fun for me. These two are like a breath of fresh air & I'm so so happy to have made these photos with them. 

I could go on forever, but I'll just let the images speak for themselves. Enjoy <3