Emily and Tyler of Orlando, promised each other a lifetime of love on May 16, 2014 at Paradise Cove in Lake Buena Vista Florida.
The name of their venue really does perfectly sum up this hidden property that overflows with amazingness. It's truly paradise hiding next to one of America's largest tourist attractions, Disney World. As you drive into Paradise Cove's long entrance you really begin to wonder if you are at the right place being that you are in a very busy tourist zone, but surprise! Right there in the middle of it all sits this little gem. This venue will make you want to kick your shoes off, grab a drink and turn up "Margaritaville" as you sit and look out at the lake view from their white sand beach.
Tyler and Emily decided to do a first look to help ease the stress of wedding photos and it couldn't have been sweeter! Tyler nervously stood on a long walkway that leads to the dock over the lake as Emily walked up behind him tapping him on the shoulder. As a photographer, this is one of the most exciting moments for me. Surprises have always been so fun to me, and to get to see the facial expressions of the groom when he sees his bride is one of my favorite moments during a wedding. Emily wore an A-line cut wedding gown with a sweetheart top made of lace. Her jeweled ribbon sash, and vibrant orange and blue bouquet were perfect finishing touches. I'm pretty sure Tyler's heart skipped a beat or two when he first saw her in her wedding attire, but I think Emily felt the same as she walked the long walkway to see her prince charming all decked out in a grey suit and tie.
The tall cypress trees and lake view made a perfect backdrop for their wedding. It couldn't have been prettier if you ask me. Everything from the huge hut the receptions are held under, to the tiki bars and the chairs that sit in the sand. Paradise Cove, gets an A rating on my list of top wedding venues in Orlando.
The day after their wedding we met again to capture some family photos. It was such a pleasure to work with people as kind hearted and genuine as Emily and Tyler. Tyer's family traveled from Oregon and Colorado to be a part of this special time, so they wanted to make sure to get some great family photos in while they were all together. Honestly I don't know if this family could be any more attractive than they are now. Everyone from Grandma and Grandpa, mom and dad, kids, spouses, all the way down to the little ones seemed to be blessed with good looks and sweet personalities ( as you'll see in the photos below).
***Tyler and Emily, thank you so much for choosing me to be your photographer! I'm so happy I could be a part of such a special time in your lives. I'm ready to go line dancing with you both, but you may have to teach this country girl a step or two! We will definitely have to hang out soon. ***
(photos by Cassie & Cami)