Texas in Tampa y’all! Last week, I took a “work trip” with some girlfriends of mine.  Ashley and I have been friends for years. We both graduated from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art Photography. Her sister Alex is a school teacher who loves to model for Ashley’s photography.  Surprise! We were able to coordinate a styled bridal shoot on the BEACH. OMG I’m so excited about this. Alex is a beach bride bombshell. I collaborated with several North Texas wedding venders for these stunning images. I can’t thank them enough for helping me put together this bridal session over 1,000 miles away on Venice Beach Florida. My dream of becoming a destination wedding photographer is one step closer thanks to them. Enjoy. 

Venue: Venice, Florida – the beach! (Tampa is just an hour away - plus it sounds cool with Texas)

Model: Alexandria Claes

Bouquet & Flower Crown: Tammy Bell with T&T Flowers

Wedding Invitations: Hadley Designs

Hair & Make-up: Alexandria Claes

Wedding dress: H&M (pretty right? An actual wedding dress wouldn’t fit in my suit case)

Cake: Ariana Miller & Ashley Claes (yup – we made that!)

Shoes: Rose Wholesale

Jewelry: Versona