Say “I Do” on the SunCoast

11/12/2024

Choose a professional wedding officiant who can:
Make it legal
Put you at ease
Herd cats
Deal with the unexpected
Spread joy

10/27/2024

Between two SunCoast hurricanes these two found the perfect day to celebrate life and ❤️
Photography: Chi Photography by Paul Nguyen, Inc.

10/24/2024

Beach weddings are still a beautiful thing! Treasure Island post Milton celebration with Angela and Eric☀️
Photography: Chi Photography by Paul Nguyen, Inc.

10/13/2024

Mothers and daughters, almost more emotional than couples themselves❤️

10/01/2024

There are so many things that affect all of us regarding weddings this season. Please be patient and kind and we will do our very best to make sure we guide you well.

09/30/2024

Hang in there and let the clean up crews, contractors, business owners and nature begin to restore the SunCoast communities. We want you to make your vows and celebrate here and will do everything possible to help make it happen.
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"Hope is an embrace of the unknown and the unknowable, an alternative to the certainty of both optimists and pessimists." - Rebecca Solnit

09/29/2024

Thrilled to help Caitlin and Tyler make it official. They tied the knot on Little Sarasota Bay after Hurricane Helene spoiled other plans.

09/26/2024

Matching rings for Michelle and Hank’s Holmes Beach vow renewal!
Photography: Love and Style Photography
Planning: AMI Beach Weddings

09/07/2024

On Marriage

You were born together, and together you
shall be forevermore.
You shall be together when the white
wings of death scatter your days.
Ay, you shall be together even in the
silent memory of God.
But let there be spaces in your togetherness,
And let the winds of the heavens dance
between you.

Love one another, but make not a bond
of love:
Let it rather be a moving sea between
the shores of your souls.
Fill each other’s cup but drink not from
one cup.
Give one another of your bread but eat
not from the same loaf.
Sing and dance together and be joyous,
but let each one of you be alone,
Even as the strings of a lute are alone
though they quiver with the same music.

Give your hearts, but not into each
other’s keeping.
For only the hand of Life can contain
your hearts.
And stand together yet not too near
together:
For the pillars of the temple stand apart,
And the oak tree and the cypress grow
not in each other’s shadow. -Khalil Gibran

Photography:Love and Style Photography

09/06/2024

Mistakes a friend or family member make officiating a wedding mostly result from nervousness and lack of experience. Some faux pas are funny, maybe bad for photos but others can be substantial.

One couple from August isn’t legally married! We got the Florida license issued by mail for them and they had a friend officiate. No one paid attention to the issue date, effective date or expiration date. Have to reissue license, remarry them at Starbucks. No kidding!!

09/01/2024

Anna Maria Island and Love and Style Photography never disappoint! Simply sublime elopement for Bill and Brandi!

08/21/2024

Love the tropical vibe - what’s better on the sandy beaches of the SunCoast!
Mr. and Mrs. Draves, your golden hour elopement on was simply sublime.
Photography: tropical_photographysrq
Flowers:

08/09/2024

“The best things in life are free. And it is important never to lose sight of that. So look around you. Wherever you see friendship, loyalty, laughter, and love...there is your treasure.” -Neale Donald Walsch
Photography:Pete Wright Photography

08/06/2024

“You're my sunshine on the rainiest days.”
Break in the rain best wishes to Jay and Brandy!
Photography:Chi Photography by Paul Nguyen, Inc.

08/03/2024

Sometimes a no wedding Saturday is a good thing.

07/25/2024

The “I can’t believe this is really happening”look! Always make our hearts sing🎶
Best to Mackenzie and Bradley❤️

07/23/2024

Lovely couple! They knew just what they wanted to make it personal, elegant, intimate and memorable❤️

Classic white, greenery, and gold waterfront Sarasota wedding at historic venue with elegant decor, and clear tented Florida reception with chandelier.