In memory of Alton Jefferson. One of the greatest assistants I've ever met. He was respectful, hard working, and positive. He always made sure that I looked in the good, and one of the last things he made sure of in his life is to have some pictures with his family. This guy really loved what he did, and I am glad to have met him. What a poetic ending. The last session of 2013 turned out to be the last time I saw him.

This year will never be forgotten. We've lost people close to us, and a lot (A LOT) of our families grew. Being a photographer is an emotional job by capturing vital parts of a human's life. I get a chance to be there and see people before even giving birth, shortly after bringing a new child into this life, watching children grow within their first year, and people joining in marriage. I thank all of my clients for trusting me to capture this and making me a part of your lives. 

 

Ben & Jade's Elegant Jacksonville Wedding Preview

Reception: Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens
Ceremony: Iglesia Ni Cristo
Florist: Wilson's Limited Inc. http://www.wilsonslimited.com/​
Cake: Metro Custom Cakes http://www.metrocustomcakes.com/​
Sound: David Horton of Audiofixx http://www.audiofixx.com/​
Make up: Catherine Molina http://www.hellocathee.com/
Hair: Casey Powell - http://www.caseydoeshair.com
Wedding Dress: The Bridal Shop Avenues Designer: Allure Bridals
Bridesmaids dresses: The Bridal Shop Avenues
Groomsmen's Tuxes: Men's Warehouse Designer: Black by Vera Wang
Caterer: Mai Oui Gourmet ­ http://www.maiouigourmet.com/
Cake Balls and Macaroons: Rhea's Cake Pops​
Lighting: Mark Grandin Events ­ http://www.markgrandin.com/​
Rentals: Beachview Tent Rentals ­ http://www.beachviewtentrentals.com/
Violinist: The String Group ­ http://www.thestringgroup.com/
Trolley: Jacksonville Transportation Authority http://www.ectjax.com/limo-services
The flipbook people: http://www.theflipbookpeople.com

Ed and Chris Mae's Wedding
Fayetteville, NC

Preparation/Reception: Embassy Suites, Fayetteville, NC
Ceremony: Church of Christ, Iglesia Ni Cristo
Dress: Jim Hjelm (the blush collection), The White Magnolia
Groom's Tux: Men's Warehouse
Bridesmaids: David's Bridal
Hair and Make-up: Carmen Johnson with Flawless Vision
Cake: The Sweet Boutique
Videographer: Johnny Ferrer
DJ: Chris Burton (DJ Note)
Flowers: Owen's Florist
Chairs and Linens: First Source Plus
Photobooth by Shutterbooth

DJ and Jen's wedding

Hearing from Jen and DJ about their wedding got me pretty hyped. I've known them for a while, so this was a pretty big event for me. I would have never imagined that I'd be photographing the wedding of this girl I had a sleepover with and watched anime 13 years ago, particularly Marmalade Boy. This bride has gotten me in to all sorts of anime. Thank her for the large collection I have at home. Focusing on the moments of the day and working behind the camera was quite exhilirating, but both families of the bride and groom are so photogenic--it's hard to go wrong.

I worked with some really amazing vendors during this event. I wanted Joel Eusebio (Jogo Productions, http://vimeo.com/jogoproductions) to capture my wedding, but working alongside his crew was just as awesome. Also, kudos to Rizalina Smith who did a miracle..centerpieces, wedding planner, and hair artist..oh and bridal boquet. Great job! I am crazy for sweets, too. When I heard her cake is from White Windmill, I started salivating. Their cakes are soo fluffly and light. If you drive by the Norcross, GA area, make sure to pass by this bakery!

Enjoy!
Peachtree City, GA Wedding
Preparation: Holiday Inn & Suites
Ceremony: Church of Christ (Iglesia Ni Cristo)
Reception: The Banquet Hall, Jonesboro, GA
Videographer: Joel Eusebio
Cake: White Windmill
Ceremony flowers: Beth Lemmons
Reception flowers and boquets: Rizalina Smith
Hair: Rizalina Smith
Make-up: Sister of the bride
Bridal gown and bridesmaid's dresses: David's Bridal
Groom/groomsmen's tux: Men's Warehouse
Uplighting: diyuplighting.com

http://www.angelesparar.com
Jacksonville, FL based wedding photographer

Wedding: Church of Christ (Iglesia Ni Cristo)
Reception: Florida Yacht Club
Florist: Amy Dwarika (A fantasy in flowers)
Cake Artist: Connie of Bake a cake
Sound and Uplighting: AudioFixx (David Horton)
Hair by: Erin of Makeup by Paulina Perez
Make up by: Catherine Molina
Bridal Gown: Allure from the Bridal Shop
Bridesmaid's Dresses: Imported from the Philippines
Men's Tuxes: Michael’s formal wear

I'd say Florida has been very good to me. Ponte Vedra's Crosswater Hall is such a gorgeous place, and Andre and Abby tied the knot with some excellent details.

First let me start off with their wedding planners Megan Long and Marian Eichholz of Paragon Planning ( http://www.paragon-planning.com)-- already weeks before the event they were checking in with me and asked if I had any unanswered questions. They were friendly, detailed, and very professional. If you are looking for a wedding planner-- make sure to check them out.

The flowers were already there way before the ceremony. Thank you Susan Kass and Amy ( http://www.afantasyinflowers.com). I must also applaud the make-up artists and hair stylist of Fifth Avenue Mobile ( http://www.fifthavenuehair.com) and Teresa Nguyen who owns To The Nines (make-up for girls and mother). They were ahead of schedule, and if you're a wedding photographer, you'll know how important being on time is. They did an excellent job--just see the photos for yourself. Along our sides, we worked with Kimberly and Kyle. They're very friendly, communicative, and easy to work with. Thank you Kyle for lifting up that flash when I was too short to put it in place! Among these vendors, the food was excellent, cake gorgeous, and dresses to die for! And I must not forget, thank you Miguel for second shooting with me-- you did great catching the groom's expression during the first look, and then again when the bride walked down the aisle. Moments like that are priceless, and you captured it well!

Job well done, and congratulations Abby and Andre! We loved being there on your big day.

Dress: Alfred Angelo
Bridesmaid's Dresses: Pacific Plex
Men's tuxes: Men's Warehouse
Caterer: Hao Wah Catering, Ben Quach, http://www.haowahcatering.com
Flipbook Photo Booth: The flipbook people www.the flipbookpeople.com
Cake: Edgewood Bakery, Sandy Polletta, http://www.edgewoodbakery.com
Cake Pops: Rhea's Cake Pops
Officiant: Katherine Gibson
Bride's Hair and Make-up: http://www.fifthavenuehair.com
Bride'smaids and Mother of the Bride's make-up: Teresa Nguyen, To the Nines
Wedding Planning: Paragon Planning ( http://www.paragon-planning.com)
Videographer: Gator Bride Videography, Kimberly & Kyle Farris, http://www.gbvideo.com
Florist: A Fantasy in Flowers, http://www.afantasyinflowers.com

Preparation: Holiday Inn Bordeaux
Ceremony: Iglesia Ni Cristo
Reception: Gates Four Country Club
Bride's Make-up: Carmen Johnson, Flawless Vision
Bride's Hair: Suzette White
Wedding Gown: Justin Alexander
Cake: Sweet Botique

During my fall visit to Fayetteville, NC, I shot JB and Serena's engagement session. I must say, fall is definitely my favorite season of the year. You can't beat the beauty of changing colors on the trees. Enjoy!

Venue :
Ocean Club of Amelia, owned and catered by Sliders
contact info. Denease Taylor (venue coordinator)
denease@slidersseaside.com

DJ:
Xzavier Walley
xdwalley@mail.com

Make-up:
Erin Foster
erinfoster@artistrybyerin.com

Recently moving from Fayetteville, NC to Jacksonville, FL, I finally got a chance to shoot a wedding by the beach, and I've got to say that I am in love with it. Kathryn and Robert are such a sweet couple-- they are full of smiles, and I am lucky to be able to capture this day for them. Enjoy!

Jonathon and Paige's wedding couldn't be even more perfect. This bride has skills-- she did her own hair and make up among other details at the wedding. And the reception party--oh the reception party... I haven't quite seen one like this before. They know HOW TO party. You'll see. The band was pretty awesome, too. If you need one, I'd definitely check them out. They are THE BEST I've worked with. Check out the details below, and of course, enjoy!

Congratulations Paige and Jonathon!

Location: Vizcaya Villa (preparation, ceremony, reception)
Coordinator: Carol Rutledge
Florist: VALENTINE’S FLORIST; DAVID VALENTINE (910) 485-4564
Band: Strickly Business; Leon Smith
Make up and hair: By bride