Tampa wedding photos

Tampa Wedding Photographers at the Embassy Suites

May 24, 2013

Such an incredibly sweet love story for these high school sweethearts, as they got married at the Tampa Embassy Suites on the 12 year anniversary of their first date…to their high school junior prom! It’s so heart warming to see the deep and true love they have for each other, and it is amazing to see how their family and friends all adore each other as well (since they have all essentially grown up together!) Another huge bonus of why I cannot get enough Mari and Brett…..the are GATORS (we did their Gainesville engagement session at the University of Florida…gotta love that!)
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A little surprise that Mari had planned for Brett….but for his eyes only! Here is a little tease…

The precious flower girls and junior bridesmaid!

Our groom-to-be, Brett!

And the groomsmen

Mari, you are seriously stunning!

Mari’s dad wears his heart on his sleeve…especially when he saw his daughter for the first time as a bride.
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Our bride and her bridesmaids

Patrick captured this image of Mari’s bridesmaids. I kind of LOVE it!

Finally after 12 years…our bride and groom!

Did I mention these two are huge Gator fans? Well, so much so that they entered the reception to the Gator fight song doing the Gator chomp! They then had a 12 minute long choreographed dance to a series to popular songs from the last 12 years. It was crazy fun!
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CONGRATS Brett and Mari on your beautiful wedding day and wonderful life ahead. We were honored to be there to capture your love story.
Thanks to Mari and Brett’s wedding team who helped make their wedding day so memorable and special: Wedding gown and Bridesmaids dresses: CC’s Boutique, David’s Bridal, and Bella Bridesmaid, DJ: Shawn Dunning (Vocals Unlimited), Hair Stylist and Make-up: Carole Errante and Lisa Callone (Salon 101), Ceremony site: Lee Rodriguez at Embassy Suites Downtown Tampa Convention Center, Videographer: Greg Huskin (AvStat Media), Florist: Hassell Florist (Kristy), Photobooth: Prints Charming Photo Booth (Tiffany), Cake Pops: Angie Croft at Pop Goes the Party, LLC, and of course…Wedding Photography: Andi Diamond Photography

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Tampa Wedding Photographers at Hunters Green

November 29, 2012

Drum roll please….it is time for the release of Heather and Willy’s wedding slideshow from their Tampa wedding at Hunter’s Green Country Club. Such a special day for an amazing couple!

To view the entire wedding gallery, click the link at the end of the slideshow or go HERE. CONGRATS Heather and Willy. Wishing you many years of happiness and laughter together! xo

Safety Harbor Bridal Shoot with Sheralee

December 14, 2011

So excited to share a recent Safety Harbor Bridal shoot with you. Patrick and Kristin (our fab associate photographers) and I were playing with some off camera flash, video lights and a new location for Sheralee’s bridal shoot. Check out some of my faves: I LOVE Sheralee’s wedding dress and bridal accessories, thanks to Cindy at The White Closet Co. And her bridal flowers were GORGE- thanks to Stephanie at FH Weddings. Also special thanks to Joanna at Posh Salon for styling Sheralee’s hair for her bridal shoot. Thanks to our whole wedding team for making this bridal shoot so fun and fabulous! Also, if you are not already, we would love for you to become a fan of Andi Diamond Photography on Facebook HERE. 🙂

Bridal Shoot in Tampa with Kari

July 1, 2011

Kari has been a client of Andi Diamond Photography for several years now. Her first session was a boudoir shoot that she absolutely rocked! So we loved photographing this bridal shoot with her in downtown Tampa! The weather was so rainy before our session, but we were determined to make our shoot happen. Patrick suggested we shoot at the Tampa Convention Center, which worked out perfectly! The light was beautiful. I love the downtown Tampa skyline! Kari, you are so pretty! And I love your Casablanca bridal gown and headpiece from Olga’s Bridal in South Tampa! After we left the Convention Center, we headed to a little spot I was lucky enough to find earlier that day with a super rustic and vintage feel. Kristin nabbed this shot. OK, so Kari could make a potato sack look good, but I think she looks especially lovely in these: Thanks for trusting Andi Diamond Photography to create these images Kari. We had a blast at your photo shoot and look forward to the official day……:) Smiles!

Wedding Whys and Why Knots by Tampa Wedding Photographer, Andi Diamond

February 16, 2011

Hiring Your Wedding DJ, Communication is Key!

Band or DJ? A common question amongst many brides and grooms when planning their wedding reception. Should you decide that a DJ is for the route you prefer, here are some helpful things to consider. As more disc jockeys are including emcee services, they are playing an even larger role in the big day. This is why communication is critical. The couple and the DJ need to be able to stay in touch before and during the entire planing process.

It is not unusual for a young couple to be uncertain about the order of events at weddings- introductions, first dance, cake cutting, dinner, garter and bouquet and any other family traditions they want to include. Brides and grooms often have different ideas about how and when things will happen, without ever having discussed it. Professional DJ’s try their best to support you, and offer their experience, but allow you to make your own decisions. Communication!

Often couples have no idea what songs will be good for what tradition. They look to their DJ for professional guidance , offering expertise without forcing their idea of the perfect song. After all, it is your wedding! More communication.

It used to be that the bride’s mother did the bulk of the wedding planning. That is not always the case today. Young couples often have to figure all this out on their own and don’t always have experience with hiring professionals or organizing a big event. It is an honor when the wedding vendors can help and support you in the process of planning fun and memorable wedding entertainment.

I encourage anyone planning their wedding to involve the DJ in the organization of the music and the sequence of events. Professional disc jockeys don’t have an emotional stake in the wedding, as do family and friends, so they can offer you perspective without underlying motives that are not in your best interest. Hire an experienced DJ and he/she will be your trusted ally as you move closer to the big day. And remember, most people are busy having fun at a wedding, only remembering the flubs. The rest ‘just happens’. The goal for the professionals orchestrating your wedding is only for you to remember that you had the time of your life!

At Andi Diamond Photography, we have had the opportunity to photograph weddings along side several amazing DJ’s. A couple of our faves are:

Jonathan Cortez with JAC of All Trades, 813-476-3134. Not only does Jonathan DJ, but he is a premier vocalist and performer.

Josh Walther at Inspire Entertainment, 813-728-4189. Inspire provides experienced DJs, talented musicians, and creative lighting elements (I LOVE uplighting!)

Allen Arellano at Classic Entertainment, 813.891.1440. Several professional and interactive disc jockeys available that will make your wedding reception memorable!

I love working with experienced DJ’s like these guys not only because they make the flow of the wedding so smooth, but because great communication between your wedding photographer and your wedding DJ helps the schedule of events go that much easier with great transitions. Makes sure to tell these wedding DJ’s that Andi Diamond Photography sent you. I know they help will make your wedding fantastic! And since every diary entry is more fun with an image, here is one from Sophia and Ray’s recent wedding in Miami.