I met Jessica & Gabriel last November and instantly clicked with them both. Jessica is super sweet, and Gabriel has an absolutely hilarious sense of humor Both of them were great to be around. Adrian and I got to know them a bit better when we did their engagement session at Morikami Gardens, and we were really excited to shoot their wedding, as we knew it would be gorgeous!

The ceremony was held at the beautiful St. Coleman's Catholic Church in Pompano Beach, and the reception was at Signature Grand. Here are a few of my favorite photographs from Jess & Gabe's special day!

The bride's beautiful shoes...

Right after putting on the dress... a gorgeous bride (and check out Jessica's beautiful green eyes)!

St. Coleman's Catholic Church was a beautiful location for the ceremony.

Jessica & her dad both got a little teary-eyed as he gave her away.

Things got a little smoky as Gabe & Jessica lit the unity candle. What a fun shot!

Jessica & Gabriel sharing an emotional moment after a prayer.

Unity candle...

Jessica & her sister approach the Virgin Mary to pray.

Jessica & Gabriel, finally married! They kissed of course, but I loved this photo of the hug they shared before walking back down the aisle.

After the ceremony, we went to Riverfront in Ft. Lauderdale for some fun outdoor shots. I really liked this one of Jessica & Gabriel on the railroad tracks.

This couple was so classic and beautiful, I had to get individual shots of each of them. Here are my two favorites.

The reception featured a professional belly dancer! Everyone loved the entertainment!

Jessica's birthday just happened to fall on her wedding day! As a birthday surprise, Gabriel arranged for a mariachi group to come and play and sing.

Jessica & Gabriel shared a touching dance as the mariachi band played beautiful music.

Cutting the cake....

Their family and friends had fun watching & participating in the bouquet and garter games!

Gabriel is Venezuelan, and Jessica's family is Greek, so they incorporated both traditions into the "Crazy Hour" at the end of the wedding. Check out the fun masks and hats that the bride & groom are wearing.

They did lots of Latin dancing, of course, but this special Greek napkin dance was also featured. I love this photo of the bride & groom in silhouettes, dancing Greek-style!

Jessica & Gabriel, Congratulations to both of you! I am so glad that our paths crossed on your special day. You are a wonderful couple, and I am really happy that Adrian & I were there to capture your wedding photos.

Love,
Karen

Ceremony: St. Coleman's Parish
Reception: Signature Grand
Entertainment: Vision DJs
Video: Doyle Video
Florist: Carousel Flower Shoppe
Bellydancing: Nilly
Wedding Dress: Merlili
Bridesmaid Dresses: Raylia
Makeup: Katherine Quiel 305-975-6868
Hair Styling: Angel Stylist