Photographing Their Lakeland Engagement Session
Last February, I met Austin & Rosa for the first time out at Loyce E Harp park in south Lakeland for their stunning early morning engagement session. The photos turned out amazing and it was such a delight to be around them as a couple and hear about their sweet beginnings. You can take a look at the Magic here!! I was so excited to hear about the plans for their fall wedding here in Lakeland and couldn’t wait to photograph the day’s events!
Photographing Their Lakeland Wedding
Austin and Rosa's October wedding at Resurrection Catholic Church in Lakeland, FL was a beautiful celebration of their love and commitment. It was everything all rolled into a few moments in time. Laughter, tears, joy, more laughter! The couple met in high school and their relationship blossomed after Austin took Rosa's high energy Zumba class at the local YMCA. Ten years later, they decided to tie the knot on their first date anniversary surrounded by all their sweet friends and family members, some of them having journeyed all the way from Peru for the occasion!
The ceremony was held in the afternoon at the stunning Resurrection Catholic Church. The church was decorated with elegant champagne and navy blue accents, which added a touch of sophistication to the ceremony. The couple exchanged their vows in front of the altar, with Austin looking dapper in his navy blue suit and Rosa stunning in her champagne-colored wedding gown.
After the ceremony, the couple and their guests headed over to Lone Palm Golf & Country Club for the shake yo’ booty on the dance floor epicly awesome reception. The golf course provided the perfect backdrop for sunset photos, which captured the beauty of the setting sun and the love between Austin and Rosa. The reception itself was held in an exquisitly decorated ballroom, with an elegant grand piano in the corner and the most perfect lighting for their first dance. Give me all the perfect lighting, everyday, makes my little wedding photographer’s heart so very happy!!
Throughout the evening, guests were treated to delicious food, drinks, and plenty of dancing (plenty of dancing, if I ever needed to find Rosa & Austin for photos, I only had to look towards the dance floor. Graingertainment is hands down one of the best DJ services here in Lakeland!) . The couple's first dance was especially memorable, as they danced to their favorite song in the middle of the dance floor. The rest of the evening was filled with laughter and joy, as friends and family celebrated the happy couple.
Austin and Rosa's October wedding was a beautiful and unforgettable celebration of their love. The ceremony at Resurrection Catholic Church was breathtaking, and the reception at Lone Palm Golf & Country Club was a perfect way to end the day. The couple's love for each other shone brightly throughout the day, and it was truly a joy to be a part of their special day.
For another gorgeous Church Wedding here in Lakeland, FL you can take a look at this blog post from Zach & Leann's The Club at Eaglebrook wedding!
