Vanessa Bryan Freelance -Wedding and Portraiture Photography- Jacksonville, Florida. For your photography needs in Jacksonville, FL

Hello again everyone,
I wanted to share a little about a recent wedding June 13, 2009- The lovely couple Doug and Carol contacted me through Craigslist ( I get a lot of customers through craigslist). After learning more about them and a few price quotes later, my economy specials served a purpose. We conversed through email and never actually met until the wedding. Think thats strange? You should hear Carol tell you the story of her longlasting friendship via the internet- Its quite amazing!

I was very excited in returning to Rainbow Springs State Park, In Dunnellon, FL. I had a wedding there in January and grew up in Dunnellon for most of my life- so it was a nice retreat visiting family along the way. If you’ve never been to Rainbow Springs State Park or are planning a wedding in the area VISIT IT SOON! Its very beautiful and wedding friendly – Offering free parking, $1 entrance fee, gazebo’s, pavillions, clear fresh water (72 degrees year round), and some of the most amazing scenery around! Check out the pictures and see for yourself!

Upon entering the park, I realized that the wedding had been moved. Orginially intended for the Gazebo was now taking place in the main pavillion because the forcast called for rain. Luckily it didn’t rain and the wedding was beautiful! In a nice little twist, the couple decided to have a sand’s ceremony rather than unity candles. This was a great thing to witness, and a nice keepsake for the mantle. They did have the traditional ring exchange. All together the ceremony- while short and simple- was very beautiful. After the ceremony the wedding party and I took a nice nature walk from the pavillion to the gazebo and waterfalls. I shot group formals inside the gazebo and infront of one of the waterfalls— this fall was the largest in the park. It was nice to see the families blend so well together.
Following the group formals come my favorite shots- the bride and groom formals. I enjoy these shots the most in every wedding I have captured. It so wonderful to take the couple aside and let them enjoy newlywed bliss for a few minutes before traipsing back to the reception. We visited some of the other falls. We also took a walk on the peir, and overlooked the water Once Doug, Carol, and I were content with the photographs and wanting to escape the heat(!)- leave it to me to wear all black- we joined the rest of the party back at the pavillion for the reception. Toasts were given by the maid of honor and best man, we enjoyed a nice cold drink and some shade. Then the couple cut the cake and shared their first dance. Overall it was a simple wedding and reception, with a touch of tradition and a bit of pizazz! Thanks Carol and Doug for sharing your day with me and Good Luck in your years to come.
Vanessa