Rikki and Justin Eloped from Utah to tie the knot on Cocoa Beach. They celebrated their intimate simple ceremony on the beach without any guests.
I just love photographing Elopements. You actually get to spend time with the couple and have fun taking photos without a strict timeline. I always find that at intimate weddings couples feel so free in front of the camera. Maybe it is because they don’t have so much pressure, are often on vacay and just overall seem to enjoy the day without worries.
Rikki had her hair and makeup done at the hotel in Cocoa Beach. She looked stunning. They arrived together in their rental car and were super laid back. While Justin accompanied the officiant to the archway, Rikki and I did a few bridal portraits before the ceremony. I like to get the bridals done right when the bride is getting out of the AC. Because of Florida’s humidity and wind especially on the beach, it is the best time for getting those photos under wrap. Rikki walked down a sandy pathway up on the beach to the ceremony setup. I liked the simple round arch with Eucalyptus and white roses. Rikki and Justin exchanged their vows and had plenty of fun during their ceremony. Once they were pronounced husband and wife we took many more photos at the beach. Congrats Rikki and Justin – Just hitched