Lauryn+Michael's E-Shoot - Cosí Bella

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So beautiful indeed. Fantastic couple and the most utterly spectacular location I have ever shot at, especially in... Florida. Yes, this fantastic place is in Florida. Lauryn and Michael had Bella Collina in Clermont, Florida on their list of ceremony/reception sites but their guest count ruled it out. Though they aren't having their wedding there, the place with it's pure Italian beauty captivated them so much they wanted to do their E-Shoot there. I could not have been happier.

Needless to say, with all that hype, the shots better live up, and I really think they do. Lauryn and Michael were ready, willing and very able to explore this gem of a Florida location and with any luck at all, together we realized their Tuscan dreams.

For the record, if you are having your wedding at Bella Collina, I will give you a spectacular deal to be your photographer, that's how much I love this place. I have also been told by Stacy, the Membership and Events Coordinator at Bella Collina that they have prime dates available and as I've said with my services, you should NOT be afraid to ask how this fantastic location can fit into your wedding dreams. You may be surprised. Contact Stacy at shessburg@bellacollina.com, or at 407-469-4911 for more info. As with all my referrals, I don't get anything for sending you their way other than the possible chance to work there in the future, which I would consider a blessing.

Rachel+Ian

Who can resist a green squiggly thingy?

The eyes hooked Ian in...

And the back sealed the deal...

Who could be better to offer advice at a time like this than mom?

They did see each other before the ceremony and it was fantastic. Mom was nervous, Rachel was sure there would be tears and Ian was trying to make sure they were not his.

Sometimes simple and unplanned works out beautiful and honest.

Rachel loved these little birdies.

And this man even more!

Scrum!

Amy+Michael Wedding

The answer is... yes, I do jumping shots when asked. Honestly, we kinda came to the idea with the help of one of the groomsmen. Hey, don't knock it if it works :)

I love details during the pre-ceremony. Lips, eyes, eye lashes, finger nails, etc. They're all fair game and usually result in some pretty nice images. Amy's lips are a great example!

How perfect was this mug.

Joy? I think so... or was that pain :) Even if it was pain, it soon turned to joy...

Amy's brother played a beautiful song during a private communion Amy and Michael shared.

No, 212 doesn't have any significance to them... well, it didn't until now. Play the lotto kids!!!

Killroy(s) was here.

Who can pass up a round of mini-golf in a wedding dress. Who knew that once we got on the course Amy would get all serious on us.

This beautiful cake was decorated by one of the bridesmaid's mother.

You go girl!

There needs to be a whole lot more of this at weddings. Bring back the smearing and glaring ;)

We ended the night with a stroll and shoot on the lit up streets of historic St. Augustine.