destination weddings – Page 5

{Lindsay + James Wedding at Casa Marina | KiKi…

June 11, 2015

My assistant and I reference this wedding as “The Ones that know how to Celebrate”. Seriously. It was the best party I’ve been to while working. And on top of everyone knowing how to have a good time, they were all so respectful and loving to all of the vendors. I think I received about 20 hugs from random people that were telling me thank you and can I get you a drink? It was a great environment to work in. And an even more beautiful one to grow your love in. Lindsay & James have such a wonderful support system of stability and genuine love around them.

Best Moments from the Day? 1. Their Adorable “First Touch” behind a curtain. 2. The entire Bridal Party Funneling a Beer Bong…and then I told them I didn’t get the shot and they had to do it again (lies!) 3. One of her bridesmaids catching the bouquet and getting engaged 8 hours later. 4. People Tunnel Exit…First Time, and you guys nailed it!

Thanks for a spectacular day! Enjoy!

KiKi

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{Samantha + Phil Engagement at Fort George | KiKi…

June 4, 2015

Ever since I can remember, an engagement session to me, has always been a mini adventure. I hike and explore weekly and stumble upon these beautiful locations that may be a little rough to get to, but are so rewarding to photograph and experience. One day when walking in Fort George with my Dogs I found a small, overgrown pathway that led to an entrance to the St.Johns and a beautiful and serene area to watch sunset. I had to find the right couple though. One that wouldn’t mind mud and weeds and bugs. Sam & Phil were more than willing and more than adorable when walking out to the spot.

Love that they were so amped to get out and share a new spot with me. Can’t wait for their lovely wedding.

Enjoy!

KiKi

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{Hannah + CJ Wedding at Waterford Castle | KiKi…

May 14, 2015

Try to imagine a lot of eyeshadow, safety pins, several torn pieces of fabric and one eager 15 year old. No, I am not describing this wedding, I am describing my first photo shoot. Which happened to be of this lovely Bride, Hannah. We were great friends in high school and along with a few other girls who participated, we successfully designed, shot, and edited our own photos from my very first photo shoot.

Fast forward 13 years and we are in Ireland photographing her wedding. Wow. From the beginning of my career in the backyard of my parents house with a single lens camera, to photographing a grand wedding in another country. What a difference. I knew when the phone rang that spring evening over a year ago. That night Hannah called, I knew she was asking me to Ireland to photograph her wedding. I was elated and so overwhelmingly thankful that she thought of me.

Beyond the fact that they were a great couple to work with, they were so incredibly happy it was impossible to make a bad photo of them. They are absolutely perfect for each other. She calls him “Angel” and he may smirk a bit but he loves it. They were even more delightful to photograph. We must have walked a mile up to a tree I was adamant about photographing in front of. With the help of Jameson, Chardonnay, and their 10 year old cousin photographing beside me we made it in one piece and my first Irish Wedding was one of the most perfect weddings I have been to.

I can’t thank Hannah & Cj, as well as their welcoming family and friends for the best time and the best company that March Day in Waterford. Let me know when we can do it again sometime…I’ll bring the Camper Van and the droid! Enjoy!

Kiki Hannah&CJBeginnings_KiKiCreates-6 Looking down at the Cameraman, Tanner. Pampered Bride. Our friend Stacy could not make it, but she was on skype almost all day. Sometimes Stacy had to hang out alone. All smiles. Hannah&CJBridalParty_KiKiCreates-12 Hannah’s Sister Sarah loved the Camera. Hannah&CJBridalPortraits_KiKiCreates-19 Pathway to the Tree. So Gorgeous Hannah. I cannot get enough of this photo! And her true, goofy colors come out. Hannah&CJBride+Groom_KiKiCreates-30 My ten year old Assistant. Cj making fun of my posing for his lovely Bride. Is it getting hot in here? It usually rains everyday in March in Ireland. We got nothing but gorgeous light! Hannah&CJDetails_KiKiCreates-70 Essentials. You had to take a ferry to the Island. Hannah&CJCeremony_KiKiCreates-4 Always competition. 🙂 The Dineen’s! Hannah&CJBride+Groom_KiKiCreates-83 The Tree! Such a gorgeous Photo and still one of my favorites! There Chateau. Hannah&CJDetails_KiKiCreates-82 Moody Candlelit Venue with Fireplace. Hannah&CJCelebrate_KiKiCreates-115 Everyone got in on the Step dancing. And then the Washing Machine came out. And then Irish Photo Booth Props Came out. The Bride & Groom.

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Many thanks to the creative team who made the wedding so special…
Venue: The Waterford Castle
Hair + Makeup: Serena Miller with Sola Salons
Coordinator: Annie Byrne with Aislinn Events Reception: John Meade
Videographer: Tanner Deprin Photographer: KiKi Creates

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{Natalie + Nick Wedding at Casa Marina | KiKi…

May 6, 2015

These two. I wish I could say something that explains how absolutely wonderful Natalie and Nick are. From the first time I met Natalie she was all smiles. She could light up a room with her laugh and her beautiful personality. And Nick, he adores her. You could never talk to them and by looking at the two of them together, you know. You know how perfect and how in love they are. I am so grateful they found me and invited Tanner and I to their fun filled and incredibly warm and inviting wedding. I always say that if the people are wonderful, the photos will be too. Take a look for yourself…

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{Kelsey + Blake Wedding | KiKi Creates | Jacksonville…

May 5, 2015

Sunrise at the Pier. One of my favorite spots to start my morning, and it seems, an even better spot to meet my new couple. Kelsey & Blake agreed to meet me at 6:45am (most couples would not be into that!) on a Saturday and we caught a gorgeous sunrise right by the Jacksonville Beach Pier. They seriously look like angels in their engagement photos. The light was stunning and glowing like I have never seen! Take a look at their early morning engagement below… Kelsey&BlakeEngage_KiKiCreates-2

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{Lauren&Bryce at Sweet Pete’s | KiKi Creates | Jacksonville,…

April 2, 2015

Engagements

Robin & Sean Wedding | St.Augustine Florida | KiKi…

October 14, 2013

Probably one of the most lively wedding parties I have had the chance to photograph. I grew up with a good majority of them, so that made it easy to have fun. But I believe everyone knew that this was such a perfect match and that made you want to celebrate even more.

We started with a full photo tour of downtown St.Augustine before the wedding with a crew of 16, a champagne toast in a stretch limo, several giggles during the ceremony, a perfect twilight on a balcony overlooking the yacht club, hilarious speeches from 2 best men and 2 maid of honors and ending with an even more hilarious photo booth. I can say, Robin & Sean’s Wedding was nothing short of a good time.

But I will let the pictures tell the rest.

Enjoy,

KiKi

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Jen & Steve Wedding | Jacksonville Beach Wedding Photographer…

September 5, 2013

Such a bright and colorful wedding! The playful table arrangements by Liz Stewart Floral matched this cute little couple, who flew in all the way from Texas to get married in this beautiful historic hotel. Casa Marina, located right next to Jacksonville Beach Pier, has been open since 1925. It provides a quaint little area to get married by the sea as well as beautiful backdrops for the detail oriented bride.

Enjoy this beautiful summer wedding!

KiKi

Destination Wedding Photographer

Kristen & Chris Engaged | Sailboat Engagement Session |…

August 5, 2013

Went Sailing yesterday. Something I try to and most times get the privilege of doing every Sunday. It almost seems as if the weekend is not complete without this ritual I have grown a loving and learning relationship with. It’s a chance to get away. Even if within swimming distance from the shore, it still feels as if there is a new and distant journey ahead each time we go out.

I haven’t always been so drawn to the water, or sailing for that matter, until about 5 years ago. Hate to say a typical “girl” comment, but I met a guy, he swept me off my feet, and took me sailing on our second date. I was, to say the least, in love. I would presume I get my romantic feelings and ideas towards sailing by my first experience on the water and the enjoyment I had with such a new and different adventure. And also by the thought of controlling a 30 ft boat that is being powered purely by mother nature. What happens with the boat is between the captain and her to decide, with little communication or warning. Things can happen fast and things can happen slow. It all depends on the day.

Naturally, being a photographer, and sharing the same amount of interest in sailing as photography. I wanted to merge the two. Over the past couple of years I have photographed the boat at sunset, on trips, on the water, at the dock, etc. But never with a couple.

This brings me to these photos. My sisters engagement. I knew that I didn’t want to take someone out that wouldn’t appreciate the boat (and the captain who was doing all the work) as well as its surroundings. When discussing locations with my sister, she mentioned the sailboat. I had no hesitation in thinking that they were the right couple to take out. For two reasons.

One, Kristen is my only sister, and I wanted to make her engagement photos a little more sentimental than others because we have a personal relationship and this would only happen once for her and I.

And secondly, my sister and her fiance Chris have only been out sailing once. It was on this boat. And it was one of the most intense sailing days I have ever had in Julington Creek. I’m talking 25 knot winds, buckets of water splashing directly on people (mostly Kristen), things flying around in the cabin, 10 people on the boat, and overall not one of the best trips to be taking a first timer on.

When we finally got back to the dock, Kristen said she would never go out again.

This Engagement Session was her second trip. It was a slow , slightly rainy day. But it was just the four of us this time. And after about two hours of sailing around with no wind. A nice gust came through and a double rainbow came out.

Goes to show that if you let your guard down, beautiful things can happen.

Enjoy!

KiKi

Destination Wedding Photographer

Lisa & Bill Wedding | St.Augustine Destination Wedding Photographer…

July 9, 2013

I love photographing couples that I know personally. It makes me feel like I am already apart of the family before I even get there. More importantly, this was the first sunrise wedding I had photographed since Hawaii. I was excited to play with the morning light, and the rainy conditions. I believe each element shows through in this early morning love story of an adventurous couple from California.

Enjoy!

KiKi

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