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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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The Tampa Edition Baptism | A Timeless Celebration

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Portraits

The Tampa Edition Baptism I had the honor of capturing Baby M’s The Tampa Edition Baptism. This day was a beautiful reflection of faith and family, captured in a setting that perfectly complements refined, intentional gatherings.  Baby M’s baptism was held in the Syriac Orthodox tradition, a ceremony rich in symbolism and spiritual significance. At […]

Romantic wedding portraits of newlyweds sitting by the Fountain at The Vinoy Resort

The Vinoy Wedding | Intimate Downtown St. Petersburg Celebration

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The Vinoy Wedding Jabeen and Taso’s The Vinoy Wedding was an elegant and intentional, set against the stunning backdrop of The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club and filled with vibrant fuchsia and pink details that completed the pink facade so well. The couple initially planned to elope, but that quickly evolved into an intimate micro […]

Intentional and Meaningful Oxford Exchange Wedding | Amanda & Ben

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Intentional and Meaningful Oxford Exchange Wedding I’m so honored to share that this stunning Oxford Exchange Wedding has been featured on Style Me Pretty. You can view the full feature here! Amanda and Ben’s Oxford Exchange wedding day was the perfect blend of timeless elegance, meaningful storytelling, and intentional design. Their day took place at […]

Airbnb Wedding in Tampa Florida | Larra and Roy

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Airbnb Wedding in Tampa Florida An Airbnb Wedding in Tampa Florida offers a level of flexibility and intimacy that traditional venues often can’t. For Larra and Roy, the idea of hosting their wedding at a private residence Airbnb felt right. They initially considered a restaurant, but ultimately loved the idea of having one beautiful space […]

Bob Buckhorn River Center Wedding | Tampa River Center Wedding | Paige & Arturo

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Bob Buckhorn River Center Wedding | Tampa River Center Wedding Paige and Arturo’s Colorful Bob Buckhorn River Center Wedding in downtown Tampa was a joyful celebration that truly reflected them as a couple. Having eloped earlier in Spain, they wanted to have a reception celebration in Tampa with their closest family and friends. It was […]

Le Meridien Tampa Wedding

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Le Meridien Tampa Wedding Rachel and Joe’s Le Meridien Tampa wedding day was about so much more than the celebration. It was about the covenant. They very much wanted their wedding to be a reflection of God’s love, about two people becoming one, and the uniting of two families. During our chats, they shared how […]

Vinoy Hotel Weddings | A Complete Wedding Venue Guide

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For Brides

Vinoy Hotel Weddings | A Complete Wedding Venue Guide For brides dreaming of an elegant wedding with vintage details, modern luxury, and waterfront views, The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club checks all the boxes. Located in St. Petersburg, Florida, Vinoy Hotel Weddings are a perfect choice for couples looking to tie the knot. With onsite […]

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Sacred Heart Catholic Church Wedding in Tampa | Jessica & Michael

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Sacred Heart Catholic Church Wedding Normally when photographing weddings, I spend an entire day with the couple photographing each and every detail. For Jessica and Michael, I had the absolute joy of spending two days with them documenting their wedding celebrations. Prior to their intimate Sacred Heart Catholic Church wedding, I photographed their elegant wedding […]

Adams Estate Weddings | A Venue Guide

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Adams Estate Weddings Central Florida is home to a variety of luxurious and elegant wedding venues. One of my favorite Florida wedding venues is located midway between Orlando and Tampa in Lake Alfred, Florida. Adams Estate is a gorgeous, historic wedding venue in central Florida. It provides a perfect blend of classic elegance, natural beauty, […]

The Poynter Institute Wedding | Cayli & Michael

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The Poynter Institute Wedding I recently had the joy of photographing Cayli and Michael for their unforgettable big day. The Poynter Institute wedding in downtown St. Petersburg was gorgeous, featuring beautiful wedding photos by the reflection pool, stunning architecture, and of course, heartfelt and joyful moments.  Cayli and Michael’s Love Story Cayli and Michael first met […]

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