Best of St. Augustine 2010: Best Photographer!

Wow! Wow! Wow!

Thank you to all who voted for us in the Best of St. Augustine contest!

We were totally blown away by the response from our clients, friends, family and people we have yet to meet. We aren't very good at giving speeches but we are good at giving a great discount!

Until Oct. 31, 15% off on all canvas wall art!
(we know you have a blank wall that needs beautifying!)
Drop us a note in the comments and we'll get your order in so you have art by the holidays!

Speaking of the holidays...
They are right around the corner!
Schedule your holiday family session ASAP or it will be December before you know it and too late!

Ginger and Richard Sneak Peek: St. Augustine Wedding Photographer

Ginger and Richard had a beautiful wedding on Saturday on the beach with a reception at the St. Francis Barracks Officer's Club. We had a wonderful time and loved how willing they were to do a little photo fun at a moment's notice! Stay tuned for more from their big day!

The Story of Alexandra and Anthony: St. Augustine Wedding Photographer

This is the wedding story of Alexandra and Anthony. I am using their grown-up names in this post because that is what they are now. Are they still that lovable boy and girl, Tony and Alex, that won the St. Augustine Record's Wedding Giveaway? Yes!! But beyond the details that gave them a free wedding, these two are wonderfully in love and that's not kid stuff.

They had been trying for quite some time to have a wedding. The Record's contest was the fourth they had entered, hoping they could have the wedding they dreamed of. Anthony has an eye disease that is diminishing his site and they did not want to wait a moment longer. The pair had been together since they really were kids at Bartram Trail High School and it always seemed obvious to them that someday they would get married. The time had come but the funds hadn't.

August 14 by far had to be one of the hottest days of the summer and all air movement had come to a halt and just hung there. But everyone was a trooper, bedecked in tuxedos and gowns, for the late afternoon wedding. The heat didn't seem to matter much to anyone really. They had waited a long time to see this day and nothing could beat it.

It was our extreme pleasure to be part of the Wedding Giveaway and part of the day Alexandra and Anthony started their new lives together. Congratulations!






























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Marsh Creek Country Club- Crystal Hill
Proshow DJ Service- Bill Jones & Denny Barrett
I Do Planning by Serena Forrester
Defore's Cake Design
Flowers by Shirley
Nettles Fine Jewelry
Panache Salon & Spa
John Reardon of My Custom Wedding Ceremony
Andy's Taylor Rental
St. Augustine Record- Lynne Carter

Lori and Chris Teaser: St. Augustine Wedding Photographer

Lori and Chris tied the knot on Saturday! Here is a teaser of some of my favs from the day. Lori got ready at the Casa Monica Hotel and fortunately they had one of their classic cars parked out front. We grabbed some glam shots of Lori on our way to the ceremony.

This was my first wedding at Castle Otttis and was amazed at the inside. More photos to come to show how neat it is.

Their reception was at The Reef restaurant. Wait until you see their cake! Picture the red velvet version of The Castle Otttis! And wait until you see their kiddos Jason and Savanagh show their moves on the dance floor! Enjoy!

Cute little teaser!: St. Augustine Portrait Photographer

I had a great time on Wednesday hanging out with photo-friend Jennifer Mendoza and her family. There are waaaaay more pix to come, but wanted to float this super cutie.

St. Augustine Beach Family Portrait Marathon! : Xmas in July

Attention all parents who have been meaning to do a family beach photo, but never think about it until a few weeks before Christmas! This portrait marathon is for you! July 31 my fab friend Jenna Thorpe is being so kind to host us out on St. Augustine Beach. I'm doing morning and evening time slots, but highly recommend those with kiddos under age 4 sign up for a morning slot. The quick 20 minute mini sessions are $40 which includes online proofing only. All prints/cards/albums etc we'll have available for purchase after the sessions.

If you are really thinking ahead and want to deck yourself out in Christmas digs we are happy to pull together some HOT holiday ideas and some holiday card designs. Give us a call or jot us an email to reserve your spot!

If you aren't able to make the July 31 marathon, give us a buzz anyway. If there is enough demand for a second marathon we'll try to squeeze another one in before the end of the summer.

Lauren and Colin's Wedding Teaser: St. Augustine Wedding Photographer

Ok, so I couldn't wait to post a teaser for Lauren and Colin's Saturday wedding! Their ceremony was at Temple Bet Yam with the charming Rabbi Mark Goldman officiating. Then a lovely reception at the Kingfish Grill The full post is yet to come, but here are some favs that caught my eye today as I started going through the pictures. I am a little behind in my blogging lately and have weddings and portraits from April and May that haven't made it to the blog yet. Stay tuned! Good stuff soon I promise!

Lauren and Colin's Engagement Session: St. Augustine Portrait Photographer

A little more than a month from now I will have the privilege of photographing a great couple as they tie the knot here in St. Augustine. Here are some fun images from our engagement session. They love the beach and the Castillo de San Marcos so we hit both during our session. The images I think reflect the fun these two have together. They are both teachers at the same school have a fun giving each other a hard time. Can't wait to meet their family and friends next month!