![]() A few weeks ago I was at Shayla and Preston's fantastic wedding ceremony. They took their vows at Cross Creek Ranch in Dover, Florida. I was thrilled to photograph a wedding at Cross Creek Ranch. It is an excellent location for weddings, I hope to come back soon. Being a wedding photographer in offers great opportunities to work with lovely couples like Shayla and Preston in fantastic locations like this one. Shayla got ready at Main House on the morning of the wedding. I really enjoy photographing bridal prep as it gives you a chance to get to know the bridal party a little better. For this wedding, my friend Andrea Jackson from New Ground Photography helped me out as a second photographer and popped in on Preston while he got ready at Groom's Cottage. Shayla and Preston tied the knot at Enchanted Forest and it was a emotional ceremony among family and friends. During the wedding reception we photographed some portraits and formal photographs. It was a lovely atmosphere and everyone really enjoyed themselves. Photographing the reception was interesting and heartwarming. So many moments were caught! This was a fantastic Spring wedding and we made sure we got some lovely portraits at the venue. There was a lot of cloud about on the day, but clouds create the softest light, and that really helps create flattering photographs. I really enjoyed photographing Shayla and Preston's special day and I'm sure they will be really happy together. Take a peek below at some of the images from their wedding at Cross Creek Ranch! If you are looking for a wedding photographer for your wedding at Cross Creek Ranch in Dover, contact us! We would love to be a part of your wedding day :) Photographing Alison and Bryan's big day was so much fun! Alyson and Bryan decided to have a non traditional wedding and when they told me about their plans I was more than excited since it's something we don't get to experience of photograph often! They held their wedding at Ulele, located in Downtown Tampa. It was the first time I photographed a wedding at Ulele, it's a great venue right by Tampa's Riverwalk that allowed me to bring the best of each moment.
I started the day photographing Alison at The Barrymore Hotel. I photographed her having her hair and makeup applied and getting the final stages of her preparation. It was so cool seeing all the details of this renaissance type of wedding with hand crafted medieval jewelry and dresses. Once we got to Ulele, friends and family looked on as Alison and Bryan exchanged rings in a fantastic ceremony right on the riverfront while my wife played their favorite tunes on her harp! Ulele was decorated beautifully based on Alison and Bryan's love for role playing games, cosplay, and medieval/renaissance. The guests were chatting happily, as they enjoyed drinks of their choice while I was still on the lookout to catch fantastic moments on camera. Alison and Bryan created a fantastic day and it was a joy to share it with them. This unique wedding was a success thanks to the amazing work of Rachel Dummeldinger with Ardour Complete Events! Take a peek at some of the images from the wedding below. If you are looking for a wedding photographer and harpist in the Tampa Bay area, reach out to us! We would love to be a part of your wedding day! Alexandra & Steve's Dreamy Wedding at the Knotted Roots on the Lake in Land O'Lakes, Florida3/7/2020
![]() Alexandra and Steve had a fantastic wedding a couple of weeks ago. Knotted Roots on the Lake is located in Land O'Lakes was a perfect choice for the wedding. The day began with me photographing Alexandra while she got ready at the bridal house. I really enjoy photographing bridal prep as it gives you a chance to get to know the bridal party a little better. My wife photographed Steve's preparations over at the guys super cute vintage silver trailer. Once they were prepared, they took time to do a first look with the bridal party...Alexandra and Steve got super emotional as they saw each other for the first time. We love first looks because it gives us extra time to take additional portraits of the bride and groom, giving them more time to spend with each other later after the wedding. It was a cloudy day and it obviously had the bride and groom worried about possible rain, but the clouds eventually left and the sun came out at the same time as the bride was walking down the aisle to the romantic music of the harp..perfect timing! They spent the wedding reception mingling with their guests and enjoying the moment. As well as having a thoroughly fantastic day, it was just a joy to photograph Alexandra and Steve's wedding and I just know they will build a fantastic life together. :) Enjoy the highlight video and the images below from their wedding! If you are looking for a wedding photographer and harpist team for your wedding in the Tampa Bay Area, contact us today! ![]() Located between FishHawk and Bloomingdale, next to the Lithia Springs Natural Preserve and the Alafia River, River Hills Country Club is a recently upgraded private country club in Valrico with an array of luxury amenities. With the recent changes to their facilities, River Hills Country Club reached out to us and a group of all star Tampa Bay wedding vendors to help with a styled photo shoot to showcase their updates. As you can see from the highlight video and the image gallery below, River Hills Country Club in Valrico is truly a gem in the Tampa Bay area! This WeddingWire 5 Star venue boasts with beautiful scenic views, a huge dining ballroom featuring a stunning stone fireplace, multiple wedding ceremony locations (indoors or outdoors), a bar, terrace, covered patio, and much more. Not only that, but their top notch staff will help you achieve the wedding or event of your dreams in a knowledgeable, friendly, and professional matter. If you are looking for a wedding or event venue in the Tampa Bay area, you definitely need to check out River Hills Country Club in Valrico Florida, which is just 25 minutes away from Downtown Tampa! Also, make sure to check out the amazing wedding vendors below, who are now part of River Hills Country Club preferred vendors!
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AuthorJose & Kristen Hoyos, Tampa Bay Area Wedding Photographer and Harpist for Weddings Archives
January 2023
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