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I'm Ruth and I'm so happy you're here. This journal is about weddings, engagement sessions, planning tips, and travels. Stay a while and say hello!

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Rusty Pelican Miami Wedding | Hana & Kyle

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Hana and Kyle are married! They planned a gorgeous (and colorful!) Rusty Pelican Miami wedding day that I had the honor of photographing. Hana is actually the sister of one of my past grooms, so being a part of her wedding day felt like a big family reunion – getting to see everyone again. I […]

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens Weddings Guide

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Vizcaya Museum & Gardens Weddings Guide While there are many wedding venues in Tampa and the surrounding areas in Florida, there is one that takes the cake for its European elegance and destination feel. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens weddings provide an elevated European feel, by blending Mediterranean romance, lush gardens, and waterfront views. This stunning Wedding […]

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3 Reasons Why you Should Book a Film Wedding Photographer

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Here are 3 powerful reasons why hiring a Film wedding photographer could be one of the best choices you make for your wedding day When you’re planning your wedding in Tampa, Florida, choosing your wedding photographer is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. These are the images that will live on long after the […]

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Colorful Mayfair Hotel Wedding Welcome Party | Hana & Kyle 

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To kick off their wedding celebration, Hana and Kyle planned a bright and colorful Mayfair Hotel wedding welcome party. I had the absolute honor of capturing this fun party for them – documenting all of the joy of their entire wedding weekend! Hana and Kyle’s gorgeous party was so much fun and I can’t wait for […]

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Vizcaya Museum Wedding with European Inspired Details

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See our Wedding Chicks feature! During the Janna Brown Design Co. workshop, I had the pleasure of photographing this incredible Vizcaya Museum wedding editorial. I adore this Miami venue. It’s sophisticated and luxury at it’s finest. The European inspiration Janna chose for the styled shoot was absolutely perfect! I’m so excited to share this beautiful […]

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