Keri + John :: Wedding in Jamaica

Mikey and I had the amazing opportunity to photograph a wedding in Negril, Jamaica last summer. It was our first time there and we fell in LOVE with the island, the people, the culture, everything. We made memories, new friends and had so much fun. We knew we would be back again but had no idea that we would be able to go back as soon as we did. When Keri contacted me from Philadelphia last year to book her wedding in Negril, I was THRILLED. No, WE were thrilled. Not only were we going to get to go back to this amazing place, but we were going to make new friends again and in one of our favorite places in the world! We have been itching to shoot their wedding for months and were so pumped the day had finally arrived to pack our bags and head down to the land of NO WORRIES. (That’s no joke, there are literally no worries in Jamaica – one of the many reasons everyone should escape there from time to time.) Their wedding took place on February 13th, one day before Valentine’s. The sun was shining, the water was beautiful and the bride and groom were perfect. After dating 8 years, the day every girl dreams about was finally here and Keri was radiant! The whole event went perfectly and it’s safe to say that it was everything she wanted and more. Along with their adorable son Justin, John and Keri’s close friends and family were there to celebrate their union and it was nothing short of a blissful party. Michael and I are so incredibly honored that we were invited to be a part of this amazing memory and there are truly no words to say “thank you”. Keri + John, we adore you both. Thank you so very much from the bottom of our hearts for giving us this amazing opportunity. We had so much fun and your wedding will be an event we never forget. We hope to see you both again very soon!

I looooved Keri’s headpiece. How gorgeous is that?

I adored every part of her dress, especially the detailing in the front.

Hot pink shoes!?! A girl after my own heart!

While I was with the stunning bride…

…Michael hung out with the men.

John and Keri decided to see each other right before the ceremony – which as you know, I HEART in a big way. Michael captured this shot of Keri approaching.

..and this one, that I just love for so many reasons.

I absolutely love seeing the excitement in a bride and groom’s face right before their big moment.

Everything was themed in hot pink (yes!) right down to the rose petals.

They included their son Justin for the sand ceremony which I thought was quite perfect.

Happiest family ever!

Keri, you are beautiful!

Favorite shot of the day:

All of the details at the reception were perfectly fitting to go along with the Jamaican vibe.

First dance as husband and wife:

First booty dance as husband and wife: LOVE IT!!!

Stay tuned for their Trash the Dress photos which I will be posting tomorrow!!