My latest shoot took me to Dreams Resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. This was Margaret and Joe’s second trip to the altar (bringing along their friends who couldn’t make their first wedding in California), but I never would have known that by watching them. Their love for each other was so abundant, and capturing it in one of the most beautiful places in the world was incredibly fun for me.
For our portrait session, we ventured into the little town down the street from the resort. Margaret was hesitant at first, this being her first time out of the country, but she was soon at ease as we explored the island locales. Nearing the end of our shoot, we took cover from the heat at a small covered bar, where the couple cooled off with some Dominican beers. The bartender played 80’s rock love ballads while giving the couple marriage advice!
On the day of the wedding, I spent time with Margaret and her bridesmaids Ashley and Stephanie as they prepared for the ceremony, and was able to capture many of the special moments they shared – including Margaret giving the girls handmade bracelets. And though that day began with a rainstorm, the weather for the ceremony was pure perfection. Margaret was walked down the aisle by her “Bridesman” Jacob, and after the beautiful ceremony the friends celebrated with specialty cocktails and cigars.
