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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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Inspiration for Luxury Armature Works Weddings in Tampa, FL

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Weddings

Armature Works is a premier waterfront venue in Tampa’s historic Heights District. This gorgeous venue offers an elegant blend of modern luxury and historic charm. Originally a streetcar storage facility from the early 20th century, Armature Works has been meticulously restored into a dynamic event space, perfect for luxury weddings. I love photographing wedding days […]

bride and groom hug outside the Oxford Exchange in Tampa Florida

Oxford Exchange Weddings: A Tampa Venue for Unforgettable Celebrations

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Weddings

When it comes to finding the perfect wedding venue in Tampa, the Oxford Exchange is a name that stands out for its sophistication, modern elegance, and unique charm. Brides who dream of a space that combines historic character with contemporary design will find that this venue offers everything needed for an unforgettable celebration. A Brief […]

bride and groom hold hands walking with wedding party on lawn at the Ritz Carlton Sarasota

How to Choose Your Wedding Venue in Tampa

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For Brides

Planning a wedding in Tampa, Florida, comes with a myriad of choices, especially when it comes to selecting the perfect wedding venue. With its beautiful beaches, vibrant cityscape, and charming historic sites, Tampa offers a diverse range of venues to suit any couple’s style and preferences. Whether you’re envisioning a beachfront ceremony, a garden wedding, […]

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Rusty Pelican Wedding in Tampa | Isabella & Mikhail

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Congratulations, Isabella and Mikhail! This spring, Isabella and Mikhail celebrated the start of their marriage with a gorgeous Tampa wedding day. They held a beautiful and meaningful ceremony at their church before their super fun reception at Rusty Pelican in Tampa. Isabella and Mikhail’s celebration was a lot of fun – and I feel lucky […]

Armature Works Wedding in Tampa FL | Jen & Chris

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College sweethearts Jen and Chris are married! As Tampa transplants, they knew that they wanted to host their wedding day in a city that has been the location of their new life together. They chose the beautiful Armature Works for their Tampa wedding day – and it couldn’t have been any more breathtaking. With a […]

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The Hotel Zamora Wedding | Cassie & Daniel

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Cassie and Daniel are married! They had the most beautiful and chic Hotel Zamora wedding day! Filled with elegant black and white details, I’m still obsessed with every aspect of their celebration. I can’t wait for you to see this gorgeous Tampa wedding at the Hotel Zamora. This incredible hotel is a beautiful option for […]

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Wedding Portraits at Hollis Garden in Tampa FL

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Weddings

I loved creating these topical inspired wedding portraits at Hollis Garden for Yisel and Colin. It was so special to get to create something magical with this married couple. Yisel and Colin didn’t get all of the photos they dreamed of on their wedding day so it was important for them to have these special […]

2024 wedding trends shared by Tampa Florida wedding photographer Ruth Terrero Photography for more intimate, interactive, and fun weddings

2024 Wedding Trends from Tampa FL Wedding Photographer

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For Brides

Who’s ready to see some of the up and coming 2024 wedding trends?! As a Tampa wedding photographer, I photograph so many gorgeous weddings. I’m excited to see what’s going to make my 2024 wedding season truly unique. There’s some fun trends coming around this year and I know they’re going to make celebrations even […]

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Hotel Haya Wedding Day in Tampa, FL | Michelle & Stephen

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Weddings

This winter, Michelle and Stephen hosted a beautiful and fun wedding day at the Hotel Haya in Tampa FL. It was a really wonderful day – celebrating the best parts of this incredible couple. Michelle and Stephen are super sweet, faithful people and I loved working with them – and connecting with them through their […]

bride and groom hug on lawn at Tampa Yacht Club

Tampa Yacht Club Wedding | Xuan & Anthony 

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Weddings

Congratulations, Xuan and Anthony! This fall, they held a gorgeous wedding at the Tampa Yacht Club infused with beautiful pastel details and classic Vietnamese traditions. It was a celebration of their love story and what makes them both such unique and incredible people. I’m so honored I was able to be a part of their […]

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