The summer solstice is here, which means to most of you that summer has arrived.  Meghan and Garrett were married on this special day in this tropical waterfront setting. 
The Key West Harbour is beautifully arranged, and is one of my favorite places for weddings in Key West. 
The location gives the wedding photographer options with a private beach, the ocean, boats in the background, and other unique details.  We had the chance to use their cute little golf carts to drive around the property in, and into the boat warehouse, where we took more photos. 
My wedding couple had their whole family, and a lot of friends to celebrate with, that made their wedding very special.  They chose Key West because Meghan grew up visiting Key West with her family,  and Key West was Meghan and Garret's first trip together as a couple for lobster mini season.  This enchanted island is their special place together.
The couple has exciting plans and travels coming up. Their honeymoon will be in the Western Caribbean Islands in December, followed up by Las Vegas and Cabo San Lucas in the spring.  What an exciting plans! Congratulations to both of you! 

Venue: Key West Harbour
Accommodation : Casa Marina
Dj: Visualize Entertainment Scott Gerke 
Bridal Shop: Blush Bridal Baton Rouge, LA
Cakes and Deserts : Croissants de France Bakery
Officiant : Father Larry Hooper 
Florist : Love in Bloom 
Hair and Make Up : Headliners Key West
Rings and Jewelry : Hannons Jewelers Baton Rouge, LA
Transportation : Key West trolley 

I met Sara and Mike on their first trip to Key West when they were planning thier wedding.  I was happy that I had a chance to collaborate with her, and I loved the amount that Sara was prepared for her big day.  She had list of people she didn't want to forget for formal shots,  which helped speed up our process on the wedding day,  and we had more time for stunning sunset wedding pictures.  This adventurous bride even attempted and succeeded in climbing onto the roof of the resort, and we had the most spectacular Key West city-view, with the sunset behind them.  What a amazing bride!! 
When I asked if she would consider getting onto the roof, her answer was, "Let's do it!".  I posted the photo on my RBP Facebook page saying 'My bride is better then yours ' ; ) , and I really meant it.  She trusted the fact that it would be amazing and worth the effort, and it absolutely was. Congratulations Sara and Mike!

Venue: The Reach Hotel, Waldorf Astoria
Florist: Milan Events
Coordinator: Simply You
Music: DeeJay Buggy, Steel Pan Solist           

Underwater photography is big passion of mine.  I get asked many times,  "Why underwater? What inspired you to shoot this way?" 

I know the answers very well.  A few years ago I saw photograph online that was taken underwater, the model was submerged in her bathing suit, and the image was so pretty and magical.   I wondered many things like,  how the model would look  with her cloths on?  With beautiful flowing dresses?  How different fabrics would look?  And how long she would be able to stay underwater?

I had borrowed a underwater video camera which was older model, still with the glass that you have to look into, so you are not seeing much at all.  My boyfriend held the camera while I was diving into the pool.  It didn't go really well at all.  I realized I'm not the best at opening my eyes, nor getting air out of my lungs in order to stay stay under.  Still, we ended up with couple of shots that I knew could be mastered if I just knew a little more. 

I then borrowed a different camera from a friend, and had another acquaintance model for me. She was very comfortable in the water, and basically did everything I asked her to do. We had some great shots quickly and I wanted keep going.  After a few more test shoots,  I bought a bigger proffessional case for my Canon camera and from then on - we were going  to be making magic! 

My mother made great flowing dresses for me that I already used many times in other shoots,  and I learned what works and what doesn't underwater simply by trying many times over.  Models look weightless and graceful and dresses look fluid and magical.  I love the fact that water is unknown and uncontrollable element.  After this point, its safe to tell you all, I fell in love with underwater photography.

I was preparing for my first big underwater exhibition at The Studios of Key West last year and this provided a great push to complete a whole collection of underwater images.  Living in tropical Key West with access to two private pools and many others that people were so kind to let me use, made for interesting and changing underwater backdrops.  I am fortunate to have great weather almost all year long as well.  I spent a lot of time in the pool with friends and models and the beauty of sun light viewed from underwater provided the ability to see the world from a different perspective, even if for a few moments. 

I'm happy I can offer my clients something different for their Engagement, Save the Date, or Trash the Dress photography session.  Underwater shooting requires only one thing:  to feel creative.  People usually get very comfortable after a couple of submerged attempts.  I will provide you with all of the necessary items and information before the shoot, and after a couple of test shots we can easily communicate any changes or modifications we need to make.  Together we will master your underwater session into a fun and unique experience that you will never forget. 

Hello lovely Brides! Wedding details, and ideas are fun to research and exciting to plan.  This process can also be overwhelming at times.  It's ok.  Breath.   There are so many things to think about before your big day, and so much research to do, but everything always works out beautifully!   I put together a little collection for you, showing color combinations and little accents, and how they could work together.  Your wedding day is special, and nothing makes me happier then to see my brides happy and glowing on their wedding day. 

I love this combination of peach and grey, combine with blue skies and Key West sunsets, I think you can't go wrong. 

Juicy. Are you getting married in a garden setting? I think this is very lovely combination. 

Plums are in the cold range of colors, but they add richness into your wedding. 

Mint to Be. So pleasing to look at, a minty floral bouquet is just very pretty,  and  if you chose a tropical destination for your wedding, these colors are go very well with azure oceans and orange sunsets. 

How Romantic! These blush colors combine with gold accents and your white wedding gown. Can we say Ahhh to this one? 

Saphire Sky is another cool color, but looks royal and I'm in love with this wedding cake and those pretty navy blue wedding shoes. 

Are you looking for something uber special for your wedding day?  This accent color will stand out and your white wedding gown will just shine through!  I think you found your color palette. 

Green and more green. What a pretty color to add to any wedding table decoration. If you have green eyes those earnings will just makes your eyes look super amazing. 

Bridal blush and Pretty in pink!! Did you always want to add little pink into your wedding decoration but you  didn't wanted to look overdone?  I think this is the way to go.  Little accents of pink in small details, bridesmaids dresses, or on your wedding cake. 

Radiant Orchid theme color. 

Are you not afraid to add lot of brightness into your wedding day? Here are some colors that compliment each other .

Last would be beautiful winter wedding inspiration with these pretty colors that compliment each other. 

Lorna and David reserved a beautiful cottage on a private island for their intimate wedding day.  Accesible only by boat,  luxurious Sunset Key sits just off of Mallory Square in Key West Florida.   The ceremony took place at The Westin Resort's beach, followed up by a beautiful reception near the pool.  Storms passed near, and the winds were high,  but the sun shone brightly for their charming wedding day.  We captured the most beautiful sunset photos with the Bride and Groom.  If you are looking out on the horizon from Key West, the May sunsets are behind Sunset Key, so it was lovely to be firsthand for the spectacular show for our newly married couple. 

Thank you to the creative team who made this wedding so wonderful to photograph 
Venue:  Westin Resort Cottages on Sunset Key
Florist: Milan Events 
Hair + Makeup: Studio Marie Piere
Coordinator:  Simply You
Steel Drum: Duane Scott

Sunset Key Guest Cottages is a deluxe resort with 40 complete living spaces that sit on seven tropically landscaped acres of the island.