Double Tree Hilton Wedding Captured by Middle Ga Wedding Photographer

The starting plans for Ashley Stimpson and Brandon Parker's wedding was to have a short ceremony of vows on the beach. So they picked, Double Tree Hilton in Cocoa Beach Oceanfront , it was their venue of choice for the scenic beach frontage it boast; however, it poured cats and dogs the whole day before and with the forecast promising more rain, they chose to have an indoor ceremony instead. The staff at the hotel worked together quickly setting up an empty banquet room with the arbor decorated with star fish, and chairs draped with nautical rope and more star fish. It turned out well for the gathering of guest. I thought it would be a challenge taking pictures inside but the lighting turned out to be perfect also
During the preparation time everyone was filled with excitement; Ashley and her mother became especially emotional the closer it got to the ceremony. I got some very amusing photos of the two's shenanigans in the dressing room, and when dad arrived to check on the bride,   Ashley was overcome with emotion and began to cry; her cup runneth over with anticipation, excitement and the emotional realization that she was getting married.

Brandon too seemed a bit aloof when I arrived to take pictures of him and the men. They had bottles of Jack Daniel's and other brands opened to calm their nerves and it was obvious that some were very 'happy', but all were very charming; even the best man after I calmed his fears that I would not loose the wedding rings when I requested them for pictures.  He  took his job very seriously; in all my years of doing wedding I never had anyone guard rings as tenaciously as he. I assured him he could out run me, therefore making myself very catch-able if I chose to run off with the rings.
For the most part, I photograph in a very romantic style that is embellish through simple posing.  But Ashley and Brandon requested no special posing for them, just the traditional pictures of family and wedding party.  There is nothing wrong with traditional pictures, as Ashley and Brandon's wedding proves, they were both natural and relaxed in front of the camera that made picture taking easy as pie and picture perfect. Their expressive love and passion for one another is quite obvious and apparent in every photograph.
Thank you Ashley and Brandon for allowing me the pleasure of photographing your wedding and chronicling your love. Together you make a charming couple, may you have many blissful years of love.
Welcome, Mr. & Mrs Brandon Parker, February 23, 2014.

Here is Ashley and Brandon's wedding story from beginning to end.

Gown from David's Bridal

Cake by Publix Bakery

Cake by Publix Bakery

I know you enjoyed watching the nuptials vows exchanged between these two.  I captured every emotion Ashley experienced that day. My camera went on a roller coaster ride with her until it finally coasted into party mode where Ashley got down! The whole wedding was full of love, laughter and gaiety and even a little suspense when the EMT's arrived to treat one family member who also had a happy ending.

Ciao. Simply Dorine Atlanta and Macon, Georgia Wedding Photographer.

Olivia's Blanket of Flowers.

 Along the roadside on the way home was a large patch of purple colored tiny flowers that ran for almost an eighth of a mile. I guess it's the signal that Spring has arrived; it was so beautiful I knew I had to put into a picture somehow; who could I get to compliment the scenery?  I found Olivia. She was the perfect little beauty that would enhance the scenery with her own sweet innocence that matched the God inspired floral field of purple violet color.

I'm feeling rather blessed. Thank you Olivia. Ciao!

Our Furry Friends

 Celia White, thought she'd do something different so she hired me for a photo shoot because she wanted nice pictures of her babies, Daisy and Lizzy, two big shepherds with hearts to match. They were so sweet and playful; Daisy, the white Shepherd, was always ready to pose but Lizzy only did when made to; mostly she just wanted to sniff... me and my camera. It was too cold out side to photograph, which is unusual for Florida weather, so we shot in Celia's beautifully decorated living room, where wagging tails could be dangerous and they were, ouch! After we vacuumed up the glass we resumed our shoot until the dogs wouldn't pose anymore. and that's when I grab Celia to show off her beautiful red hair.
 I had an amazing time photographing Daisy and Lizzy. Out of all the loved creatures on Earth, I know why dogs seem to be at the top of the list.  Enjoy.

Black & White Photography: Light, Contrast, Angles

What is it about black and white photography that just tickles our senses?   I started a black and white gallery for my benefit and  it will grow and evolve as I grow in experience. Call it an experimental lab. Feel free to post your thoughts. Ciao, and enjoy.

Next time I hope to add some landscape and wild life images taken by the Indian River and Black Point Wildlife Refuge.