Rachel Absher Photography | Central Florida, Tampa and Orlando, Modern, Photojournalism, Child, Newborn, Family, Engagement, and Wedding Photographer

We arrived at the Don Cesar early. I like to arrive a little early to all of my events to scope out cool places to photograph my clients. It was a beautiful day, sunny, warm, and breezy. I just love the smell of salty beach air. This would be the first time I would meet Ellen and Chad. My assistant and I walked around and saw a woman in a wedding dress and commented on how beautiful she looked and we loved her dress. Little did we know, it was Ellen.

We met Chad first, as we chatted with the wedding coordinator. We then snuck in on Ellen as she was having her veil put on. She welcomed us with the most warm, kind smile. I knew right away we were going to have a blast. Ellen was full of these wonderful expressions, full of laughter, and you couldn’t help but just love her. Chad and Ellen have two beautiful children as well. It was great following them around exploring and playing. Ellen and Chad saw each other before the ceremony. I just love when couples do this. In the past I have found that couples find that *first look* to be more intimate when it’s just the two of them. Plus it gives me more time to spend with them capturing the two of them interacting with each other without the pressure of time constraints.

The ceremony was beautiful. The breeze blowing, the sun shining, and the sound of the ocean in the background, PERFECT! “God Bless the Broken Road” (a song that describes my life) was sung during the ceremony. Many tears were shed and I witnessed the amazing love these two amazing share. I loved how Chad reached out and touched Ellen’s arm as they listened to the song describing their life. Then an embrace, a sweet kiss. See below.

The reception was a blast! I love when the guests get out there DANCE and have fun! Josh from Inspire Entertainment was the DJ who rocked the reception. You will see that even the kids rocked it out.

Well, now is the time to grab your cup of coffee or tea if you are like me and relax, because the next part of this post is fully loaded with a heaping amount of RADNESS so brace yourself!

*I love how they looked over at their little boys during the song…*

*…and then at each other…*

*Played with a slllloooowwwww shutter speed and all of a sudden ghosts appeared *

So, the day started off like any other. BUSY! Nap times are few and far between these days for Mr. Jace. So, when I laid him down in his bed and went downstairs and heard nothing, I sighed with relief, thinking I may just be able to get some work done. I heard him talking quietly which he usually does before he falls asleep. About 30 minutes passed and I hear little footsteps creeping down the stairs. I turn around in my desk chair to see a pale, white, little boy standing before me. Well, I’ll just let the video tell the rest of the story.

P.S. The song at the end was just because I was feeling a little *old skool* when I put the video together last night. HA!

P.P.S. Later that evening I went upstairs to find almost EVERY key of my macbook pro. Apparently he snuck out of his room without me knowing and had a field day with my laptop.

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Meet Tressa and Duncan. I absolutely loved photographing the two of them. Their love radiated for each other. We started off at the armory where Tressa was dressed in a beautiful black evening gown and Duncan in his dress blues. After that they changed into something more comfortable and we shot some more than headed over to a little field that I spotted some time ago.

Tressa and Duncan were up for anything. I love that!! I loved watching the two of them interact with each other. I know being in front of the camera can be a bit intimidating. But Duncan and Tressa worked it out. They were awesome. The way that Duncan looked at Tressa, the great laugh that Tressa had made this session one I will never forget.

Tressa and Duncan, I hope you enjoy your sneak peak!!

I seriously have the best brides, THE BEST!! Ashley has been awesome to work with. I first met Ashley at her engagement session. When she showed up with cowboy boots I knew we would get along great. She has been a blast to work with.

Ashley, thank you for the opportunity to photograph both your engagement session and your bridal session. It has been awesome getting to know you. I so wish I could be at your wedding. I know everything is going to be perfect. I wish you and Joe a lifetime of love and happiness.