Aruba Wedding...Lisa + Mike

It's hard to find words to write about on this one...it's one of those couples that you just have to know! Lisa is one of the most extraordinary women I know...she's savvy, has a passion for design and creates the most amazing pieces of art. When it came to her wedding, no detail was left unthought of. She created a beautiful wedding. Her style belongs in a magazine and her smile should be framed and admired everyday! Lisa is one of those people you love and feel so lucky to be a part of her life. She and Mike met in Boston and decided to say their I Do's in Aruba. We all flew to be there for them and were welcomed open heartedly into their family circle of friends.
As the sunset, the wedding took place by the beach. The tiki huts were a prefect backdrop and the yellow light was on fire. Everyone little detail and word complimented the next....they resembled the delight, vibrant color and elegance just like what Lisa possesses. From the start of the ceremony to the end of the reception the guests laughed, cried and sweated their hearts out on the dance floor under the full moon.

Thursday in Aruba

It's no wonder they call this place, "the island of happiness."

It's Thursday and I am in one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean. Aruba feels like it sits on top of the equator with its southwest feel and mild temperatures making me see why vacation seekers from all over South America and the US flock here...it's small dot on the map, located near Venezuela and a part of the ABC Islands and it's rare landscape and vast exploration of caves, beaches and culture make it my new favorite.

(Above) Lisa + Mike sitting in the Peace Labyrinth in Alto Vista.

I must say, yesterday was one of the best days of my life!...I found a tiki hut on the beach here at the hotel where the wedding is this evening at sunset, the Marriott Aruba Resort & Stellaris Casino Of course I fond a pina colada and a good magazine to compliment my desire to truly unwind and prep for todays shoot. I began to read on the beach after relaxing from our pre-wedding shoot at the Alto Vista, a little church which was actually the very first built in Aruba. It was pretty spectacular! It was my first time photographing Lisa and Mike. As we walked down toward the ocean, I couldn't help but admire the nature, the beauty of the desert and the two of them for getting married in such an amazing destination.

I wanted to post a few pictures today because while I was reading my magazine, under my tiki I was re-inspired. As I read a story by Emilio Estefan..he expressed his passion, inspiration and drive to follow his dreams, he stated, "The most important part is doing things with love. If you like what you are doing and make an effort, everything goes well. Success is defined by what makes you happy."

There just is nothing better than meeting amazing couples like Lisa and Mike from Boston, getting to know their amazing friends and genuine family. I love traveling to new places and keeping my inspiration fresh...although sometimes I have to search for it, when it comes, it is so rewarding. I can't wait to document these two on one of the happiest days of their lives. I will witness the dedication, excitement and fun they and their 80 guests are going to have tonight at the wedding on this tropical island.