Misti and Ron are Freakin' Married!!!

So, weddings are a big deal. And weddings are an even bigger deal if you're a photographer, and you're capturing your dear friends special day. I had to pleasure of experiencing this first hand with Misti and Ron's wedding. And I can't tell you how exciting and rewarding this experience was for me. To watch two people who you adore make a commitment to each other forever. To watch the pride in their families' eyes. To hear the joy in their friends' voices. And to be a part of their everlasting memories of this day. I was so honored. M&R - thank you for trusting my with your special day. I love you both!

Soooo, without further adieu, here are just a few of my favorites from their amazing wedding at the Cross Creek Ranch in Dover, FL. 

Long Overdue Thanks ...

There are many ways that you to tell someone how much you appreciate them.

There's the obvious one - THANK YOU!

There's this corny one - I APPLAUD YOU!

There's a dorky one - NO ONE HOLDS A CANDLE TO YOU! (Insert obligatory candle clip art here).

For the past several months, I've been trying to figure out the best way tell my dear friend, Emily, how grateful I am for her. Not only is Emily an amazing friend; she's a ridiculously talented designer. I'm talking RIDICULOUS, people. And, I'm not just bragging about her because she's my friend. Seriously. I'm bragging about her because she designed my entire Howie Mac Photo brand - no templates, just pure collaboration and awesomeness. From late night phone calls to Saturday afternoon blog-building to inspirational don't-give-up-on-your-dream chats, she has not only created the visual personality of Howie Mac Photo, she's been on this journey with me from day one. I feel like she's a permanent part of the company, and I don't know what I'd do without her.

So, that being said, I have four things to say to you, friend.
#1 - THANK YOU.
#2 - YOU ARE AWESOMELY AMAZING.

#3 - I'M LUCKY TO HAVE YOU AS MY FRIEND.
#4 - I LOVE YOU.

So, all of that being said, I was to brag a little more. Here are some of the pieces that Emily created for me. I was in love the moment I saw what she created. In fact, the thing I was most critical of was my own freaking photography :)

Amazing, right? I agree.

If you are in the market for design work - branding, invitations, etc., you need to contact Emily. Her email is emmaloocreative@gmail.com

You'll discover her awesomeness first-hand.

Tampa Family Photographer - Princess Party!

What do princesses, cake and Howie Mac Photo have in common? Probably about one of the cutest birthday parties we've ever had the pleasure of capturing! Seriously, can you get any more adorable?

Little D. just turned five, and her mom, Jessica, knows how to throw a party! Every detail showed just how special this little girl is loved. The party was princess themed, so guests were asked to come dressed in their royal attire, which was so much fun to see princesses running through the playground and in the bounce house. Glass slippers filled with jellybeans, tiaras, jewels ... I'm telling you details, people, details! Simply amazing. There was even a princess cake, made by my good friends at Sweetie's Delights.

And as if the amazing party wasn't enough, Little D. is adorable. Such a sweet and beautiful little girl. I was so happy to be a part of her special celebration. Time flies so quickly. One day you're kissing on your newborn baby ... the next day she's turning five, loves princesses and you're throwing her the best party you can think of. So much fun. Oh, and did I mention that Little D.'s little sister is cute as a button too! Such lucky parents to be blessed with such cuties :)