Nathali was a perfect model who knew how to position her body, look into the camera, and smile. She had creative ideas and locations in mind, which made her a cinch to photograph! Victor was wearing his Dress Blues and looked stunning. The entire wedding ceremony was in Portuguese. Although we don’t know what exactly was being said you could see and feel the love during those moments. The bride and groom were both beaming with joy as they exchanged their vows.

After the ceremony we took Nathali and Victor to the European Village for their romantic portraits. All the people clapped and cheered and congratulated the two on their marriage. We walked around, sat at a little restaurant outside, and took photos by a fountain.

When we returned to the reception hall, the bridal party was introduced and Nathali and Victor were introduced into a unity candle ceremony and then their first dance. Nathali and Victor preformed a beautiful waltz, and she looked like a princess! It was magical and romantic.

The evening ended with the cake cutting, and lots of dancing. Then when the bride and groom exited the building they were greeted by all the guests blowing bubbles! It was a beautiful wedding with a beautiful ending to the night.

-Written by: Daniella K.

The details of the wedding was so cute, so intimate and fun. Heather was getting ready when I arrived with hair and makeup just getting started. The tavern and chapel in the garden offers such a beautiful shoot for photography. Deep colors to match the fall time wedding. Heather was up in the master bedroom and I started shooting the details of the wedding, their cake was being delivered by Pasty Studio and things were beginning to take shape. The chairs and ceremony at the gazebo were set. The tables for their open air reception were being placed. I met with mark as he arrived and shook his hand..his brothers hand actually. Not knowing he had a twin brother, it gave me a laugh. We started a few shots of him putting his jacket on and in the snow white cottage with the groomsman/bestman CUTE! The brides portraits before were so fun, doing the details of her dress, jewelry, flowers and shoes is always a beautiful capture!

The ceremony was about to begin and you could see the anticipation in Mark’s face as it started. His expression was so full of a smile. As the ceremony began the bridesmaid walked down the path from the cottage. As Heather emerged you could see the smile tighten up and get bigger. Mark got his first glimpse and it was beautiful. It was a beautiful exchange of vows and they definitely showed their love for each other.Their kiss sealed the deal and it was official! Wiley, the minister made the send off complete and had made this couple married. On to the photos after…

It was a bit late for photos but that made the lighting in the port orange sky just that much more beautiful. The sun had already set and we shot the photos on the back side of the Agatha’s Cottage (front side to riverside drive).The reception was being finalized with the meals being prepped during cocktail hour and finishing up with photos a little earlier let the night begin! Dancing fun, family! It’s what it’s all about! DJ Man Joe rocked the house that night!

Congrats to Mark and Heather and the family! It was a wonderful time to be with you on your day!

]]> http://markdickinsonphotography.com/blog/2010/12/a-beautiful-intimate-ceremony-and-reception-at-the-tavern-and-chapel-in-the-garden-central-florida-wedding-photographer-in-port-orange/feed/ 1 http://markdickinsonphotography.com/blog/2010/06/justin-and-jacinda-i-wanted-to-say-thank-you-and-congrats-i-had-such-an-easy-time-with-photos-for-such-a-beautiful-place/ http://markdickinsonphotography.com/blog/2010/06/justin-and-jacinda-i-wanted-to-say-thank-you-and-congrats-i-had-such-an-easy-time-with-photos-for-such-a-beautiful-place/#comments Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:38:12 +0000 Mark http://markdickinsonphotography.com/blog/?p=898 Friday was a day full of fast moving thunderstorms. But they were looking out for the ceremony. It went off just perfect, storms ended around 6pm and it was a beautiful day! I started with photos from inside the house and worked my way to the setup to capture their beautiful colors.  Orange and Tropical Colors were really perfect for this place. What is the place? www.paradisecove.com. Soon you will see all my work from there on http://paradisecoveweddings.com/ NOT JUST YET THO!:) Until then here’s the wedding hi-lited!

Congrats you guys! I was so glad to be part of your special day! Thank you again!