So, I know I always say how much I love my job, it is one of the coolest things in the world to do. But for me, its all about the STRESS, the challenges and differences in every wedding day. This wedding was no different, and maybe added a few crazy parts I was not expecting.<\/p>\n
I had the absolute pleasure of photographing Lauren at the Lightner on the Monday before her wedding to do her bridals. While I had met Lauren and her mom before hand, after spending the afternoon with her doing her bridals, I knew her wedding was going to be FUN! I did not meet Steve till the day of the wedding, but as soon as he showed me his zoolander, I know that he was the perfect match for Lauren!<\/p>\n
So\u2026. I am walking with Steve to the church, and he mentions, oh so casually, that the New York Times {yeah, the NYT!} has a photographer at the wedding\u2026because well, they want to feature the wedding in the paper. WAIT! What!<\/p>\n
Then I get to the church, and the coordinator asks to speak to me. I am all smiles because I got more done in my pre ceremony formals then we had planned and a happy photographer is an on time photographer. Well, when Karen sees me, she says \u201cyou know\u201d, and I said \u201cI know what\u201d, and she says, with the most serious face \u201cHillary Clinton is about to walk in the church\u201d. Wait, WHAT???! THE Hillary Clinton, the Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton?? Why yes, yes she is.<\/p>\n
Lucky for us, Madame Secretary was beyond beyond gracious! She photographed with every single person at the cocktail party, and was all smiles the entire time! I know it meant so much to Lauren and Steve that she came, and I have to say, as an outsider, I was beyond impressed! I think it goes to show what amazing people all three of them are, but even more how fabulous Lauren and Steve are!<\/p>\n
Lauren and Steve tied the knot at the the Cathedral Basilica In downtown St Augustine, and then had a fabulous soiree at the Casa Monica, and it was a wonderfully lavish affair filled with dancing, toasting, and loads of happiness. While the day had some curve balls, it was one of the best wedding days I have had the honor of photographing. And the couple, their special guests, the venues, and the coordinator did such a wonderful job bringing it all together!<\/p>\n
Lauren and Steve {and to your parents}- you two are amazing! Lauren, your dimples still make me smile, and I can\u2019t tell you how blessed I was to work with you both!\u00a0 You two made my job an absolute breeze! I wish for you both a lifetime of love and laughter. Thank you so much for your kindness on your wedding day, but most of all for your trust! And just so you know, the offer for the Maldives still stands \ud83d\ude42 Congrats to you both!!<\/p>\n
\u00a0Their Fabulous team of Vendors:<\/p>\n
Rehearsal Dinner Venue \u2013 Old City House Inn<\/a> \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Ceremony Venue \u2013 Cathedral Basilica of St. Augusine\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Reception Venue \u2013 Casa Monica Hotel <\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Bridal Gown \u2013 Custom, Veluz Reyes <\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Grooms Wear \u2013 Men\u2019s Wearhouse<\/a>, Calvin Klein<\/p>\n Makeup \u2013 Carrie Wilson<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0 Hair \u2013 Graznya Mercado<\/a> \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Flowers \u2013 Rachael Kasie Design<\/a> \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Invitations \u2013 Paper Dance<\/a><\/p>\n Ceremony Music \u2013 Kyle Wehner <\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Reception Music \u00a0\u2013 Bitton Events <\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Engagement Ring \u2013 Grandmother\u2019s\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Bride\u2019s Wedding Ring \u2013 Grandmother\u2019s<\/strong> \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Groom\u2019s Wedding Ring \u2013 J. Lewis Jewelry <\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Calligraphy \u2013 Elizabeth Heron<\/strong><\/p>\n