Liana's and Ralph's Wedding

Some of my brides-to-be and their fiances immediately become more than wedding clients starting from the first time we meet to discuss their wedding plans. I'm proud to say that Liana and Ralph Etinene is a couple that I absolutely love. It is so neat sharing a relationship with two people who have taken their love for each other to the next level by joining hearts and hands in marriage.

I guess one of the noteworthy elements of their relationship that has impressed me the most is that Ralph is the perfect gentleman and one terrific guy. Now, coming from another guy that's a big "atta-boy". Often during my wedding consultation with a bride-to-be I'll jokingly tell her not to marry the wrong guy. However, in the case of Ralph there's no need to worry, Liana. He's an awesome dude!

By the same token Ralph has married an awesome woman in Liana. Her wit, smarts, and sense of humor permeates every conversation I've had with her and it's a delight to know a woman who is completely comfortable in any situation. It's always a pleasure just kidding around with Liana. For the two of them I see nothing but lots of success in their personal lives and in their marriage. I wish them the best and hope that my images of their wedding day has added much to their future.

Love you, Guys!

Enjoy,
Willie


Ceremony & Reception: Faith Tabernacle (Sunrise)
Cake: Cake Designs by Edda (954) 885-8770

Deja & Jordan's Wedding

Several months ago when I created Deja's and Jordan's engagement portraits I knew I wasn't going to be able to photograph their wedding day because of a prior commitment. Nonetheless, I knew my Associates who were assigned to their wedding were in for a treat. I discovered from my session with them that it's hard taking a bad shot of the two of them. So, I wasn't surprised when I started editing their images for this blog. They are two gorgeous people.

The venues for the ceremony and the reception also lent sensational elegance to their day. The staff at Signature Grand always provide a beautiful atmosphere for weddings. As one of The Grand's "Recommended Vendors" it is a treat for us to use their facility. Perhaps my biggest delight about Deja's and Jordan's wedding is that I recognized many of her guests as former friends of mine. I hadn't seen them in some time and the images rekindled those friendships. It was truly a great blend of two different age generations celebrating a special day for both the Carbee and Sessa families.

Congratulations, Deja and Jordan!

As a side note, Deja, I still remember the days when I taught you in Sunday School and you were only 4 years old. How awesome would it be several years from now if I got the chance to photograph your first child. Now that's an awesome thought!


Enjoy!

Willie

Ceremony: First Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale
Reception: Signature Grand

Joanna Wedderburn's Panorama

This 180 degree panorama was shot at Joanna Wedderburn's wedding ceremony at Mizner's Country Club in Delray Beach. It is comprised of nine separate images before being merged into this photo montage.

Be on the lookout for some awesome images from Joanna and Andy's wedding.

Canon 5D w/24-105mm lens
Photoshop CS3

Enjoy!
Willie

Ashley Collins - Class of 2009

This time of year I see many of my clients' children graduating from high school or college. It's always a pleasure to engage these individuals in a portrait session because it is one of the happiest moments in their lives. Graduation from any institution of learning earmarks a milestone of achievement that can never be repeated. That's why it's so important to document these special moments in pictures.

Meet Ashley Collins. Class of 2009. South Broward High School (The Bulldogs). It was a treat creating these images of Ashley because not only is she an honor student, but she is just plain cute in person and pictures. She has an ebony look about her that is magnificent to work with and I felt a lot of black and white images really tells the story of her beauty. These images are a few of the ones I created of her hours before she dashed out the studio to go to her commencement ceremony.

Congratulations, Ashley!!!! You did it!

Ashley has great ebony features.

Chairman of the Board.

Ashley and her mom (Michelle).

Ashley with honors and a great smile.Oh, happy day!

Enjoy.

Willie

Judith & Roger's Wedding

Congratulations to Judith & Roger Smith on their recent wedding at T.Y. Park in Hollywood. Although this was a brief wedding ceremony that was shot entirely in video format by our new Cinema Wedding Service, it was a great time for the newlyweds, family and friends. I must admit that Judith and Roger celebrated this wonderful moment in their lives with style. As their videoartist, it was a pleasure working with them and I wish the newlyweds MANY years of blessed happiness!

To see several still shots from their wedding day, click on the "View Video" link below.

View Video

Enjoy!

Willie