When I think of that kind of love that is the truest kind of love, the kind of love that endures through life’s ups and waaaay downs, the kind of love that makes you feel like nothing in this world can bring you down, and the kind of love that lets you be yourself completely I think of Liz and Sean having that kind of love!

A few weeks before Liz’s wedding day, I stopped in to talk to her. We got on the subject of love and I told her that it seemed to me that she and Sean would end up just like Rene and I: dieing together. I know! I know! It sounds melodramatic and a bit morbid too, but it’s true! You can just tell and with Liz and Sean, every picture we took of them together always revealed that sparkle of pure love between them. I love when I can take pictures like that…..it’s pure magic.

~ The Details ~

Liz and Sean exchanged vows at the beautiful Miromar Lakes Beach and Golf Club. What a great place to shoot! At every corner we found great spots and the decor is fabulous! Lesley and the staff at Miromar did an absolutely outstanding job making sure everything flowed smoothly and everyone was happy. And we couldn’t have been happier shooting at such a refreshingly unique spot!

Venue: Miromar Lakes Beach and Golf Club
Florist: Express Florist
Videographer: Beth Schell, Elite Weddings
Band: Modulation
DJ: Omar Baker

 

Happy, happy faces on such a special day!

 

Liz is blessed to have a beautiful family and wonderful friends! Just look at her bridal party and her daughters….

 

I love this portrait of Liz….she really does make my work SO easy!

 

I got teary-eyed during the ceremony…

 

A more perfect backdrop to such a perfect union….just does not exist!

 

Ok….how fab is Miromar Lakes to have a wedding??

 

Details, beautiful details!

 

And did we mention just how much fun Liz and Sean and their family are? Not only did Liz and Sean perform THE most original first-dance skit we’ve ever witnessed, but their kids absolutely know how to dance and make people laugh! In the second picture, they are getting down to Thriller, only one of the many songs they included in their surprise firs-dance skit!!

 

And our first installment of our ‘off the wall’ wedding portraiture series….here, Liz and Sean donned their Everblades gear! Thanks for such a cool portrait guys! You guys rock and many thanks for letting us be part of such a memorable day!

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Rene and I have the best job in the world! And I don’t like to use the word ‘job’ because it’s most definitely not a job or work! For us, recording weddings is a privilege. To know that the images we create today, will be enjoyed by generations to come tomorrow, is most definitely humbling and special.

We can’t stop jumping for joy when we get to work with brides and grooms that just ‘get’ our vision. Nic and Brittaney totally understand what our vision is all about. They gave us complete creative license, which in and of itself is an honor. But most important and best of all, they pushed us to explore new avenues of creativity, challenged us technically and inspired us to find new ways of thinking about creative image making. Thank you to Nic, Brittaney and their families and friends for the challenges and memories of that most special day!

With every wedding I always try to find a new way of seeing things. This angle of the dress is one of my favorites.

 

Brittaney taking a moment’s pause in her suite’s balcony at Sanibel Harbor Resort & Spa. The resort is located on the harbor overlooking Sanibel and Captiva islands.

 

A quick portrait in her suite. She’s absolutely glamorous here!

 

Brittaney made the entire trip from the Sanibel Harbor Resort & Spa all the way to the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers in this authentic Ford Model T!

 

Once we arrived at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates, it was time for some a few portraits of Brittaney outside.

 

And we also did some fun stuff inside the Caretaker’s House. This is one of my favorites from the day.

 

And handsome Nic!

 

Brittaney and the guys on the porch of one of the homes.

 

The fab wedding party on the lawn of the Royal Palm Alleé.

 

Beautiful!

 

Meeting for the first time in Mina’s Moonlight Garden.

 

Saying their vows.

 

Finally! Just married!

 

A romantic shot as husband and wife on the grounds.

 

For the bride and groom’s portraits together, Brittaney wanted an edgy and urban backdrop. So we headed out to downtown Fort Myers. We had about 20 minutes to get all these awesomely cool shots, in the dark AND during a Harley biker convention! It was the absolute most fun we’ve had shooting the bride and groom! This is my favorite image from the entire day. This gritty alley was completely dark except for the street light above Brittaney. All I have to say is GREAT job D700!

 

This shot was done in front of an installation that sat in the front yard of the Old Lee County Courthouse. The installation was made of these large steel cylinders with green lights inside and the names of the different botanicals Edison used in his scientific studies.

 

Some shots around downtown’s fun backdrops.

 

Nic and Brittaney had their reception at the fantastic Veranda in the heart of the historic district in downtown Fort Myers. This unique restaurant makes its home in two Turn-of-the-Century homes. The Veranda is a truly charming and romantic place to dine. Brittaney has a great sense of style…just look at how fabulous everything looked that night!

 

And our goodbye shot, a la Nic and Brittaney style! Thanks again guys, congratulations and thanks for letting us be a part of such a magical day! ~Astrid and Rene~

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