Sheila Simmington - Sarasota Wedding Photographer » Recommendations

Lakewood Ranch Club

admin — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:20:16 +0000

Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club has developed a reputation of being the areas premier wedding and event location. Set in the beautiful community of Lakewood Ranch, The Country Club has been exquisitely designed to accommodate everything from outdoor ceremonies, receptions, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, baby showers, corporate meetings, holiday events, charity golf outings and much, much, more.

Several couples that I have recently photographed are planning to have their future wedding at the Club. Check out Jessie and Matt and Michael and Jessica’s engagement photo’s in my ‘Your Story’ column on my blog home page. You can follow their progress and see photo’s of their upcoming wedding at Lakewood Ranch.

I highly recommend this gorgeous setting for a ”Want IT All Wedding: From the beginning, the loveliest bridal room for the entire wedding party to get ready in to the elegant 4,200 square foot grand ballroom which is designed with tasteful chandeliers, richly colored carpet and a balcony that overlooks the golf course, nature preserve, and fountain-filled lake. Scenic Fountains and lakes, decorative bridges and a great view of the Country Club from outside create a great back drops for amazing wedding photography. Contact the staff at Lakewood Ranch: http://www.lakewoodranchgolf.com/club/scripts/section/section.asp?NS=PWB

A Wedding gown hanging in the private bridal suite at Lakewood Ranch.

The most unusual floral bridal bouquet I have ever seen, designed by Tiger Lily florists of Sarasota.

Here are the grooms men on the wedding lawn.

University Park Country Club Wedding

Sheila — Mon, 24 May 2010 16:07:01 +0000

Kevin and Jillians wedding was exceptionally colorful and fun. Lots of attention was paid to details, flowers, and the weather was glorious. Perfect day for a wedding and a perfect day for wedding photography.

Jillian and Kevins wedding took place at the University Park Country Club, in Sarasota Florida.

Sarasota Wedding Photography in 2010

Sheila — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 03:36:20 +0000

This year will be a great year for a wedding in Sarasota. Venues have been upgraded, including the Hyatt and the Ringling Museum, some prices have been reduced because of the economic impact of property valuations, and everybody is ready for a good party! I will be opening a new photography studio in downtown Sarasota soon, and there will be some great surprises at our grand opening. We have some brand new cameras and lighting equipment for wedding, engagement, and portrait photography, as well as some new options for albums and wedding websites.

For couples looking for a memorable, individual and moving wedding, Sarasota is a destination offering elegant estates and stunning natural surrounds. Sarasota is also home to world-class resorts able to expertly weave together your wedding celebrations. Check out my recommendation page for venues, and many other wedding services.

See you at the wedding!

Bok Tower Gardens Wedding

Sheila — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 04:53:35 +0000

Bok Tower Sanctuary (Lake Wales): This spectacular venue offers a variety of tranquil settings for intimate wedding ceremonies. It will surprise and delight you and your guests. Created to entice wildlife to take residence, the Reflection Pool gives visitors one of the most memorable experiences in the Gardens. Its location captures the reflection of the Singing Tower and offers the first image visitors have when entering the gardens.
The lush landscape is perfect for a romantic wedding setting. The gardens provide a beautiful setting for a ceremony and wedding reception. The photography opportunities are endless.

Contact me for Bok Tower Wedding and Portrait Photography: Sheila Simmington Sarasota Wedding Photographer:

941.704.0639

Selby Gardens Wedding

Sheila — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 03:09:10 +0000

With its beautiful tropical and subtropical plants, serene sunsets over Sarasota Bay, and its proximity to downtown Sarasota, Selby Gardens has become a favorite location for weddings. For brides and grooms, the most difficult decision is not whether to have their wedding at Selby Gardens, but rather where in the Gardens to have the wedding.

Summer Discounts: Hold your wedding and/or reception at the gardens during the months of June, July, August and September and receive 25% off the total rental.

Friday and Sunday Discounts: Hold your wedding and/or reception at the Gardens and receive a 20% discount off of the entire rental.

WEDDING SITE OPTIONS

Weddings may be held anywhere on the grounds. The most popular areas are the Schimmel Wedding Lawn and Pavilion and the Bayside Oak adjacent to the Mansion. Other areas include the Great Room by the Bay and the Mansion Museum.

Indoor receptions are generally held in the Great Room by the Bay and the Mansion. The Great Room by the Bay is a 3,600 square-foot room and it has 60-feet of glass windows facing west for spectacular bay and sunset views. It seats approximately 175 persons at round dinner tables or up to 250 people theater style. The Mansion will accommodate 45 guests for a sit down dinner or up to 75 for a cocktail reception.

Duration of Events

The following time periods are provided as part of the contract the day of your event unless previously approved by a Selby Gardens Manager.

Set up time (Receptions; 3 hours, Wedding Ceremony; 1 hour)
Wedding Rehearsals, 1 hour maximum
Wedding Ceremony, guest arrival to departure, 2 hours
Receptions, Parties, Dinners, etc., as noted on your contract
Dressing Rooms (if available after 3:00 p.m.), 2 hours prior to ceremony until 1 hour following ceremony
Cleanup, removal of decorations, caterer clean up, etc., 1 hour