Photo Ben Is A Daddy!!!!

Most of you have met the fabulous photographer and my very good friend, Ben. But did you know that he was soon to be a daddy?? Well, after what feels like the longest pregnancy ever, his wife, Lolise, finally had their baby. Sweet little Alexandra Dianne was born June 1 at Bayfront Hospital. I took these photographs shortly after they arrived home from the hospital. This little baby girl is just a ball of cuteness. She has a head full of dark wavy hair and was awake and alert almost the whole time I was there. I just wanted to gobble her up! Congratulations Ben, Lolise and Junior! Enjoy every moment; you will blink and she will be toddling around. Another blink, she will be starting kindergarten and so on.

A Few More From Stacey and Allen's Wedding

These are a few from the Ceremony and the Formals that I just love. Stacey and Allen were a lovely couple to photograph. Best wishes to both of you for a lifetime of love and happiness!! I'm so excited because a perk that comes with the package they selected is a lifetime of free studio sessions. I look forward to photographing them as they start a family and journey through all of life's milestones. To see a few of my favorite getting ready shots, look to previous post.

This shot was taken right after they kissed. I love the way he's looking at her ... so romantic.

This shot was taken from a parking garage adjacent to a courtyard. It was too bright for them to look up at the camera so we did this instead. I love it!

It was pointed out to us that the groomsmen had mounted some antlers on the front of the limousine. This was, of course, an inside joke between the groomsmen so Ben grabbed this shot.

A few of my favorite pre-ceremony shots from Stacey and Allen's wedding

You may remember the lovely Stacey and Allen ... I posted pics from their Fort Desoto Engagement Session a few months ago. Their big day came and what an event it was! Stacey was an absolutely stunning bride. Her gown was gorgeous, selected from the collection of designer gowns available at Malindy Elene Couture Gowns in Saint Petersburg. (Check them out at http://www.malindyelene.com/home.aspx) These are a few of my favorite pics that I took before the ceremony. I'll post a few of their formals later in the week.

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