We have our very own Secret Garden here in Sarasota; just like the book. Unknown to many people who even live here in Sarasota. It is perfect for a small or medium sized wedding – and very affordable. Ashley and Clayton married in the gardens late November.
The Garden Club, nestled in the north corner of downtown, near the Hyatt hotel has everything a photographer dreams for.. well I do anyway. Lush grass, heavy full trees, ponds, rustic benches, unkempt stepping stones and fresh flowers galore. The combination of the sun and the blushing bride Ashley had all my attention – I was inspired by the combination! Check it out.
Back inside for the girls, a little freshening up and getting ready for that walk down the isle. Lets see what’s happening in the hall where the reception is taking place later and a quick hello to the guys on the other side of the building. I am in love the the vintage hand mirror and the brassy tea pots for flower pots on the center tables. Here are some more details:
I departed the Sarasota Garden Club that night and the party was just peaking – Such a tight knit crowd of friends on the dance floor singing and dancing, I dare not interrupt. I just let myself out and captured this closing shot on my way home. Thanks to Ashley and her dad for finding me and for that contagious smile you’ve got Ashley! Congrats.
Kirk and Mical had chosen a place by the riverside to have there “first glance”. A private moment to see each other for the first time, only moments before they signed their ketubah and walked down the aisle.
I love this Shot. I’m blowing this bad baby up to a poster size print of it for my studio wall in downtown Sarasota.
Angela was kind enough to tot us in the golf carts to the beautiful tree on the grounds with Spanish moss and green, green grass as well as a lovely view of the sun set and what it might have to offer us.
And we were not disappointed. This photo is taken right out of the camera – yes the afterglow from the sunset really looked exactly like this. I love a good Florida sunset.
From the old Rustic Grill, down Coconut avenue, across Main Street and ending at Marina Jacks Bay Front. All within a mile from each other right here in Sarasota. Tiffany and Will will be wed in March at the Windsong Ranch.
