December 27th, 2023 was a cooler Florida winter day with a breeze. I was happy we did not have hot weather because I know that during Winter Holidays, the beaches can be crowded on a warm sunny day. I met with Maria and Roland directly at the beach. The area where the ceremony took place was under palm trees and their decoration was a simple heart in the sand with fresh flowers and two tiki torches. Maria walked down the beach with her stepdaughter and Roland waited with his two sons at the ceremony area. After the official part, we toasted with a bottle of sparkling cider. Fred Howard Park in Tarpon Springs is wonderful for a weekday elopement, with plenty of spots for great photos. The main wooded park is located before the causeway and man-made island and can be used for different photo backgrounds. 

• Ceremony Location Fred Howard Park – Tarpon Springs
• Wedding Planner and Decoration  Events and More Inc / Lifestyle Weddings

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

• Ceremony Location Cocoa Beach – Tables Beach
• Wedding Planner and Decoration  Events and More Inc / Lifestyle Weddings
• Hair and Makeup by Briana de Bengson