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Naples Portait Photographer | GAP Display

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:01:14 +0000

This past June we joined the Baby Gap at the Waterside Shops to photograph local children wearing their Gap finest. Our faces hurt from smiling before the day was through! With a studio set-up in the back of the store we managed to capture 36 families in six hours… over eighty adorable faces. The kids were great sports, although the lollipop incentive helped. Working with the ladies at the Gap was a pleasure, and we’re thrilled with the outcome of the shoot.

Jenny & Matt | Mediterra Beach Club | Naples Wedding Photography

admin — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 04:15:53 +0000

As a husband and wife team, Karl and I often shoot side by side while focusing on different angles or subjects. Karl might be working a group shot while I’m zoomed in close on two friends laughing. Or he’s photographing the ring bearer while I’m having a moment with a beautiful pair of shoes or the ring. Jenny and Matt’s charming wedding had loads to choose from. The wedding party in their yellow sweetness, Jenny’s pretty Kate Spade shoes, her handmade details, the way Jenny and Matt just smile at a glimpse of the other… Not to mention they had cake and cupcakes by none other than Sassy Cakes. Yum yum!

Getting ready and pre-wedding photos took place at the Hyatt Coconut Plantation and the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point. The ceremony and reception were held at the Mediterra Beach Club. Their rooftop pool area at the beach club is gorgeous! After the ceremony we talked the wedding party into a little walk out into the Gulf. It was a bit far out but we could see a sandbar beyond some deep-ish looking water. Dancing and our fotobooth entertained guests through the night. The coconut bra made quite a few appearances that night too. Jenny and Matt, we were honored to capture your wedding photos. We wish you the best!

Wedding Foto Video | LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort

admin — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 02:16:41 +0000

As promised, we want to show you Jen and Justin’s wedding foto video shot at LaPlaya. The shadows of the clouds moving over the Gulf is a bit mesmerizing. These little movies are so much fun for us to make, and especially fun to watch as they come together. After a wedding, Karl and I flip through the thousands of photos on our screen very quickly, and they way it suddenly animates is magic. At this reception, we had the fotobooth and foto video happening side by side to catch the spelling shots.

This is the video I mentioned in the last post which Justin played at their wedding reception. It’s the story of how they met at the hotel where they both work. The whole room cheered as it played.

Jen & Justin | LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort | Naples Wedding Photographers

admin — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 13:19:29 +0000

Our friends Jen and Justin were married under sunny skies at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort. With the lush backdrop of LaPlaya and pretty pops of pink coloring their day, it was a treat to photograph. Not to mention Jen and Justin are so sweet and easygoing. Oh, and their wedding party was a fun group… it was pretty much a big party. (That’s really what Karl and I do, right? We go to a big party every weekend.)

During the reception, the fotobooth shots splashed across a large monitor for guests to view as they happened. (Usually they’re just on the small fotobooth monitor.) It was great to see the wackiness from all the way across the dance floor. Another funny bit was the handful of letters I brought, only enough to spell “Jen Loves Justin.” Karl and I were quite surprised at how many words the partygoers could spell with that limitation! I must admit, I think a few drinks helped their creativity. It proved to be such a hit that we now have a full set of letters in our prop basket for spelling to your heart’s content! Congrats Jen and Justin on your newlywed status!

P.S. Justin worked with us on a foto video about the way he met Jen… and then played it at their reception to their guests’ delight. The result was adorable; we’ll have to post it soon. That, and their wedding foto video! I think Karl and I have watched it twenty times. So keep checking in, there’s more to come.

Marquis & Andrew Engaged | Naples Engagement Photography

admin — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 07:00:34 +0000

Marquis and Andrew had us take their engagement photos on 3rd Street in Old Naples. It’s always nice to have an excuse to stroll around the pier at sunset (not that we need one.) We’re looking forward to their October wedding at the Spanish Wells Golf & Country Club in Bonita Springs.

Bridal Social | Fort Myers Wedding Photographers

admin — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 22:06:49 +0000

Yesterday we were pleased to be a part of the Bridal Social at Hotel Indigo in downtown Fort Myers. The Bridal Social is part of the Lemonade Wedding, a complete wedding giveaway for a deserving couple. (Sometimes when life gives you lemons, you at least get a free wedding!) The show took place in a pretty arcade lit by big skylights. In addition to meeting quite a few cool brides, we had a chance to chat with our local vendor friends, old and new. (Which reminds me, it’s been awhile since I reminded you all of the fabulousness of Salon International. Everyone they touch turns into a model!) Afterwards, Hotel Indigo had the vendors stay for drinks and hors d’oeuvres, which was a treat. To Calleen and Racheal of Studio Six Eleven, thanks for having us! We will have the same setup at the Bridal Blast this coming Sunday in Estero… please come say hi!

Rachel & Sam | Hilton Naples | Naples Wedding Photography

admin — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 07:00:47 +0000

On their wedding day, we met Rachel and Sam at The Garden of Hope and Courage at NCH for their first sight. They are so sweet together, and short dresses are so fun, no? After some garden photos, we headed to the Hilton Naples, where their ceremony and reception took place. Something we had not witnessed before was a ceremony in sign language. Rachel and Sam also took turns signing their vows to each other. It was beautiful to watch. They performed the song Modern Nature by Sondre Lerche during their reception, both singing and Sam on the guitar. And another noteworthy moment of the night was Rachel changing into a pair of Converse for dancing. Congratulations Rachel and Sam, we wish you all the best!

A couples first sight!

Sara & Nate | Pink Shell Beach Resort | Fort Myers Wedding Photographer

admin — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 22:01:16 +0000

Sara and Nate were married at the Pink Shell Beach Resort on Fort Myers Beach. We always enjoy our days photographing at the Pink Shell thanks to the wonderful staff. And Sara and Nate are both that super-friendly, disarming type and they immediately welcomed us to their wedding day. Congrats you two!

NAWP | Gateway Golf & Country Club | Fort Myers Wedding Photographers

admin — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:04:31 +0000

We set up the fotobooth at last night’s Fort Myers NAWP (National Association of Wedding Professional) annual membership meeting. The gathering was held at the Gateway Golf & Country Club. We always enjoy taking wacky shots of each other, and apparently everyone else did too!

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Allison & Philip | Naples Beach Resort | Naples Wedding Photographer

admin — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:40:23 +0000

We photographed Allison and Philip’s pretty summer wedding just before the Fourth of July. Remember their family beach portrait, pooches and all? The bride, groom, and the whole wedding party looked so gorgeous. Top that off with a ceremony at the cozy Trinity by the Cove Episcopal Church and a reception at the Naples Beach Hotel and you have wedding perfection.

Everyone rode the Ku-Ku Ku-Nu-Ku party bus to the reception. The guests were entertained all night long by the ahhmazing Brett Foreman Band. Seriously, they were great! If you’re a couple in need of some live music for your wedding we highly recommend them. Allison and Philip made their grand exit through a tunnel of sparklers, especially fitting considering the holiday weekend. While the sparks flew, wedding guests broke out into a spirited version of The Star Spangled Banner. Congrats Allison and Philip, and thank you for making Karl and I a part of your day!