Based in the suburbs of Chicago, we are a husband and wife photography team specializing in fine art wedding photography.
I have been lucky enough to have known and worked with the groom Cory for a while now. When I think back a year ago I remember how everyone in the office knew his upcoming trip to Las Vegas with Amanda was going to be when he was going to ask her to marry him. Before he left on vacation it was easy to see how sure and excited he was, as he explained his plans and showed us all what the ring looked like. The office cheered and we were all so happy to hear Amanda said yes and the engagement was official. Summer passed and Cory and I were chatting about the upcoming wedding plans, when he mentioned that the formal wedding was to be in the Fall, but they were also wanting to have beach wedding in the Spring. The idea of a beach wedding has always been something I wanted to be a part of and document and I was so honored to be chosen to document both of their special days.
If you have never been to Clearwater Beach it is truly a gorgeous beach town. Pink Resorts, Soft Sandy Beaches, and Palm Trees, were exactly what these two had in mind for their destination wedding. With 30 of their closest friends and family members they arrived in Florida for a vacation and a wedding no one will soon forget. The weather couldn’t have been any more perfect, not a cloud in the sky and warm gulf breezes surrounded them as they said their vows.
The ceremony was followed up by amazing outdoor reception delicious food and a little bit of crazy dancing! Although the day may not have gone off without a hitch (eh hmm… Cory), these two are so crazy about each other they will continue to roll with the punches and laugh their way through life. The fun isn’t over yet for these two, be sure to check back in September for their hometown wedding.
Amanda your ring is gorgeous!
Love this shot of the Brides shoes next to the flower girls shoes… aww!
The family rented a beautiful condo for the week, and the view from the roof.. Amazing!
Love this moment between Amanda and her mom before the ceremony started.
I equally love the moment between Cory and his mom.
Ok… ok.. this one might be a little posed as Cory and I knew Marc was taking some pictures here. We were trying to look “professional”.
Cory you make one good looking Groom, who can’t help but smile when you’re standing on a beach in Florida?
Looking very serious guys… very serious.
I just loved Amanda’s big sisters expression as she heard Cory and Amanda say their vows to one another.
How adorable is this little flower girl?
Amanda you make such a beautiful bride.
The venue was a perfect setting for an intimate beach wedding.
This may be one of my favorites from the whole day! Love this.
A special thanks to all the vendors:
Venue: Wyndham Garden Clearwater Beach
Florist: Sand Key Flowers
Cupcakes: I Love Cupcakes
Hair & Makeup: Lili’s Weddings
Bridal Dress Shop: A Joyful Occasion
Bridesmaid Dresses Shop: David’s Bridal
Groomsmen Shop & Designer: Perry Ellis
Based in the suburbs of Chicago, we are a husband and wife photography team specializing in fine art wedding photography.