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Kimberly + Mark : Oasis of the Seas Engagement Session

July 8, 2013 by Jensey 4 Comments

Do you remember that time we photographed this wonderfully adorable engagement session? (If not, you can click the photo below for a refresher course!)

Well, that was the charming Kimberly and Mark, a couple that lived a block or so away from us in Celebration for years and we never met. Did I mention she’s also a wedding photographer and fellow lover of tiny dogs? :)

Kimberly and Mark brought us along on their 7-day Royal Caribbean adventure aboard the Oasis of the Seas. The Oasis of the Seas is the second largest cruise ship in the world, second only to her sister ship, the Allure of the Seas. Nate and I had a crazy fall wedding season and were so looking forward to this forced disconnect!

A couple days before their wedding on St. Thomas, Kimberly and Mark were up at dawn for some more engagement photos around an empty cruise ship. :)

We started shooting on the top deck, only to realize the wind was a bit unruly. Thank you Kimberly, for being such a great sport!!

That’s better. :)

Yep, this boat has it all- Even a carousel. And a zipline. Did I mention there’s a wave pool and skating rink, too? :)

When we were done with the Boardwalk section of the ship, it was off to Central Park!

I love Kimberly going along with my crazy suggestions.. “Pretend like you lost! Pretend like you won!” :)

Their wedding day at the Marriott Frenchman’s Reef on St. Thomas is not a blog to miss- Trust me on this! Until tomorrow…

More Root Photography Cruise Photos!

Cassie and John’s Wedding Reception Aboard the Disney Wonder
Krystal and Ben’s Wedding Preview from the Disney Dream

Emily + Daniel : Tarpon Lodge Wedding Part II in Pine Island Florida

July 3, 2013 by Jensey 5 Comments

Continued from Emily and Daniels’ Wedding Part I!

Kicking things off today with my faaaaaaaaaaaavorite. :)

See that alter? I could have told you it was Lee Forrest’s magic just by looking at it. (Seriously- If you’re in Central Florida and in need of a floral wizard for your wedding, do yourself a favor and meet with Lee! The only thing we love more than Lee’s work is Lee himself!)

For those of you worried that seeing your husband before the ceremony will take some of the emotion away when you walk down the aisle, Emily was a beautiful tearful mess during the walk with her daddy. :)

The ceremony was absolutely perfect, even though their officiant forgot to tell their guests to sit down! :x

Teary brides are my favorite!! :)

Can I have another favorite? Good. :)

My favorite best man speeches are always that rare but wonderful occasion when the groom’s father doubles as best man. :)

Nope. That’s not my sister. Nooooope. ;)

Because nothing makes us happier on wedding days than some past couple love! :) Pretty sure Keith was giving Lauren a tough time for her popped collar bridesmaid dress. :)

Emily’s Dad’s tear running down her back? In the almost 200 weddings we’ve gotten to be a part of, this is my favorite father/daughter photo, hands down. :)

Gotta give some love to Sandy, Emily’s sweet momma! If you’re in Florida and Puff n’ Stuff catered your event, there’s a good chance you worked with this gorgeous lady.