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The Bridal Lounge
I'm so excited to pour into you as I blend my education background and my wedding vendor experience. I truly believe that following this course is going to help you feel fully prepared and allow you to be present and enjoy every detail to your wedding day. For full access to my upcoming Wedding Planning Course, sign up for early access below!
to the JSP experience
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to the JSP experience
STAY TUNED AS MORE EPISODES WILL APPEAR IN EACH SECTION
I'm so excited to pour into you as I blend my education background and my wedding vendor experience. I truly believe that following this course is going to help you feel fully prepared and allow you to be present and enjoy every detail to your wedding day. For full access to my upcoming Wedding Planning Course, sign up for early access below!
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WEDDING COUPLE COURSE
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JSP WEDDING COUPLE COURSE
Now that you have picked a date, a venue, and a photographer, you can celebrate! Those are some of the toughest decisions in wedding planning and you can cross them off your list! Hooray!!
During your engagement session, you’ll have the chance to get to know me, experience how I shoot and how I handle posing and lighting. This session will make a HUGE impact on how the wedding day flows. I’ll arrive on your wedding day already knowing how you two interact, what your best poses are and how to photograph you in a genuine way! What I will learn about you during your engagement session is invaluable! You will feel like such a pro on your big day because of the great practice you had during your engagement session and that’s how it should be!
Planning your Engagement Session
Your engagement session can be scheduled anytime before your wedding day. I normally suggest booking it at least 3-6 months in advance to avoid stress. Because our weekends are filled with weddings, I shoot the majority of my engagement sessions during the week anywhere from 6-8 pm during the summer months. In the winter months, 4-6 pm is a normal time frame for a photoshoot.
As you start to plan for your engagement shoot, you will need to start brainstorming about location ideas. I LOVE it when couples pick a location that is special or sentimental to them in some way! If you can’t think of anywhere specific that you would like to shoot, I can help you with a few of my favorite no fail locations!
—Jordan Maltezos
“YOU CAN NEVER GO WRONG WITH INVESTING IN PRINTS AND MEMORIES.”
It’s always a little intimidating to have your picture taken .... even if it’s just a photo on a phone that is taken by a friend, we still want to look nice, make sure nothing is in our teeth and that our hair is behaving! I realize that preparing for your engagement session can be a little overwhelming. Here are some tips for outfits and accessories that will make the photoshoot preparation a little more manageable!
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601 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
DOWNTOWN TAMPA
Imagine a picture-perfect island community surrounded by the glistening waters of Hillsborough Bay. This place offers a mix of stunning natural views and modern amenities. With its tropical vibes and sailboat options, Tampa's charm is truly captured in this hidden gem.
84 DAVIS BLVD TAMPA, FL 33606
DAVIS ISLAND
There's something special about a beach photoshoot that just screams Florida vibes. The combination of the warm sand, the salty breeze, and the crashing waves creates a natural setting that is perfect for capturing beautiful moments.
LOCATION VARIES
BEACH
LOCATION SUGGESTIONS
ENGAGEMENT PREP
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Your Wardrobe is Important
You've invested in photography, now is the time to dress up, feel beautiful and let that shine through in your photos. Some tips? Don't match colors, find ones that compliment one another. Always come over dressed! And above all, wear something you feel amazing in.
This is the most important thing. I am a natural light photographer and the sun is out for only so long. The later you arrive, the less time we have to shoot. And nobody wants that!
Be on Time
Most often, couples like to have 1 casual every day outfit and then one outfit that is dressier. This will give your shoot two totally different "looks" and offer more variety.
Bring Two Outfits
Literally. You don't want your keys, phone, or chapstick bulging through your pants in your engagement photos. This is for guys especially!
Empty Your Pockets
Many future brides like to use their trial makeup the day of their engagement session. If you feel gorgeous that translates to your photos and you're killing two birds with one stone!
Do Your Trial Makeup Run
Wear high heels and your best gentleman shoes. Mind your nails and make sure to do a good teeth cleaning before your session. Keep your accessories timeless and minimal. You're going to be looking back on these photos for generations to come!
Don't Forget the Details
Nothing personalizes an engagement session more than bringing props. A classic vintage car, bicycles, a picnic with charcuterie board, champagne and flutes. Something that is special to your story, bring it! If nothing comes to mind, I'm happy to help you find something unique and special for you both.
Bring your story
Imagine a picture-perfect island community surrounded by the glistening waters of Hillsborough Bay. This place offers a mix of stunning natural views and modern amenities. With its tropical vibes and sailboat options, Tampa's charm is truly captured in this hidden gem.
84 Davis Blvd Tampa, FL 33606.
Davis island
Tampa is a city full of diverse and vibrant locations that can bring a unique and fun vibe to your engagement gallery. One of my favorite spots to capture the essence of Tampa is Curtis Hixon Park, with its beautiful views of the river and lush greenery.
Location varies
Downtown Tampa
There's something special about a beach photoshoot that just screams Florida vibes. The combination of the warm sand, the salty breeze, and the crashing waves creates a natural setting that is perfect for capturing beautiful moments.
Location varies
BEACH
Located near the airport, this park offers a wide range of backdrops for your engagement session. Whether you're looking for paths to walk in a woods or beachside photos, this is a great place to get both and add variety to your gallery!
5620 W Cypress St, Tampa, FL 33607
cypress point park
One of my favorite spots in Hyde Park is Bayshore Boulevard. This waterfront stretch offers breathtaking views of the Tampa Bay skyline. It's a great place to take a leisurely walk or bike ride, and you can even catch a glimpse of some dolphins playing in the water.
Location varies
Bayshore Boulevard
Located near the airport, this park offers a wide range of backdrops for your engagement session. Whether you're looking for paths to walk in a woods or beachside photos, this is a great place to get both and add variety to your gallery!
5620 W CYPRESS ST, TAMPA, FL 33607
CYPRESS POINT PARK
Imagine a picture-perfect island community surrounded by the glistening waters of Hillsborough Bay. This place offers a mix of stunning natural views and modern amenities. With its tropical vibes and sailboat options, Tampa's charm is truly captured in this hidden gem.
84 Davis Blvd Tampa, FL 33606
Davis island
Tampa is a city full of diverse and vibrant locations that can bring a unique and fun vibe to your engagement gallery. One of my favorite spots to capture the essence of Tampa is Curtis Hixon Park, with its beautiful views of the river and lush greenery.
Location varies
Downtown Tampa
There's something special about a beach photoshoot that just screams Florida vibes. The combination of the warm sand, the salty breeze, and the crashing waves creates a natural setting that is perfect for capturing beautiful moments.
Location varies
BEACH
Located near the airport, this park offers a wide range of backdrops for your engagement session. Whether you're looking for paths to walk in a woods or beachside photos, this is a great place to get both and add variety to your gallery!
5620 W Cypress St, Tampa, FL 33607
cypress point park
One of my favorite spots in Hyde Park is Bayshore Boulevard. This waterfront stretch offers breathtaking views of the Tampa Bay skyline. It's a great place to take a leisurely walk or bike ride, and you can even catch a glimpse of some dolphins playing in the water.
Location varies
Bayshore Boulevard
One of my favorite spots in Hyde Park is Bayshore Boulevard. This waterfront stretch offers breathtaking views of the Tampa Bay skyline. It's a great place to take a leisurely walk or bike ride, and you can even catch a glimpse of some dolphins playing in the water.
Location varies
Bayshore Boulevard
As you're counting down the days before you say I do, here are some of my top tips to keep in mind when prepping for your wedding day.
Day-of
Reminders
Day-of Reminders
Don’t forget the bouquet. Have the bouquets and bouts delivered to the bride before the first look so that she can have her bouquet in her portraits. No worries, if it’s hot, we’ll be sure to keep it in water as much as possible before the ceremony! Another tip: Ask your florist for the extras or scraps. This helps add to your details and bring out the elements in your wedding!
Sometimes, depending on the theme and “look” of the wedding day, there may be some extra elements that you could include when you gather your details. For example, if you’re having a rustic themed wedding that includes some wooden elements, maybe save a small piece of wood for me to use when I’m shooting your rings and jewelry. If there's specific elements that really set that tone for your wedding make sure to include it in your box.
EXTRA ELEMENTS
BRING THE BOUQUET
- Ring
- Shoes
- Socks (if they're special)
- Cuff Links
- Tie or Bow Tie
- Pocket Square
- Boutonniere
- Cologne
- Unique details for wedding day
Groom's DETAILS
- Ring Box
- Full Invitation Suite (two full sets including envelopes, extra wax seals, extra ribbon, extra stamps if applicable)
- Florals - Please ask your florist for a few extra stems and greenery pieces that we can use for detail photos .
- Vow Books
- Heirlooms - any special details you'd like incorporated
GENERAL DETAILS
- Dress
- Dress Hanger
- Wedding Band(s)
- Engagement Ring
- Veil
- Bouquet
- Shoes
- Hair Pieces
- Jewelry (earrings, necklace, etc)
- Perfume Bottle
- Special Makeup (lipstick, gloss, etc)
BRIDE'S DETAILS
PRINT LIST
Have all your details ready in a box before I arrive so that I can begin quickly and have more time for some “getting ready” shots of you and your girls! Need ideas for items to include? Reference the list below!
Gather the Goods
Getting ready & Details
The most common detail missing when I arrive are the rings. Moms, officiants and planners will tell you to hand over your wedding band to the best man before the day begins. However, it’s actually better to hand it over during the bridal party portraits so that I can shoot some great ring shots in the AM. These make for some of the most beautiful shots, so please please please don't forget it.
KEEP ALL THE RINGS
I absolutely love meeting our couple’s families on the wedding day. Family formals are normally our first interaction with them and so we love to have a game plan for this part of the day! Here is a sample family formal list to help you start preparing what shots you need. We do have to limit the family formal time in order to ensure that we have plenty of daylight for your romantic portraits. However, any large family group shots that we don’t accomplish during family formals, we can be sure to capture at the reception!
FAMILY AND FRIENDS
- B&G with Bride's Immediate Family (Parents,
- Siblings,Grandparents, Nieces, Nephews)
- B&G with Bride's Parents
- B&G with Bride's Siblings
- Bride with her Parents
- Bride with Mom, Bride with Dad
- B&G with Bride's Grandparents
- B&G with both sets of Parents
- B&G with Groom's Immediate Family
- (Parents, Siblings, Grandparents, Nieces,
- Nephews)
- B&G with Groom's Parents
- B&G with Groom's Siblings
- Groom with his Parents
- Groom with Mom, Groom with Dad
- B&G with Groom's Grandparents
- B&G with all family members if time allows
Sample List
Pro tip: print out the family list and hand it to someone in your wedding party the day of. They can help us get everyone together quickly for the shots!
It is important to fill out your wedding questionnarie from me about one month in advance. This helps me to create a customized timeline that will allow me to capture as many of your memories as possible. Together we will be able to review it and tweak anything you feel.
- Ring
- Shoes
- Socks (if they're special)
- Cuff Links
- Tie or Bow Tie
- Pocket Square
- Boutonniere
- Cologne
- Unique details for wedding day
Groom's DETAILS
- Ring Box
- Full Invitation Suite (two full sets including envelopes, extra wax seals, extra ribbon, extra stamps if applicable)
- Florals - Please ask your florist for a few extra stems and greenery pieces that we can use for detail photos .
- Vow Books
- Heirlooms - any special details you'd like incorporated
GENERAL DETAILS
- Dress
- Dress Hanger
- Wedding Band(s)
- Engagement Ring
- Veil
- Bouquet
- Shoes
- Hair Pieces
- Jewelry (earrings, necklace, etc)
- Perfume Bottle
- Special Makeup (lipstick, gloss, etc)
BRIDE'S DETAILS
PRINT LIST
YOU CAN'T GO WRONG EITHER WAY
- WHAT TIME OF YEAR IS MY WEDDING?
- WHEN DOES THE SUN SET?
- WHAT IMAGES ARE MOST IMPORTANT TO ME? (HERE ARE SOME EXAMPLES)
- GROOM'S REACTION WHEN I WALK DOWN THE ISLE
- BRIDE AND GROOM PORTRAITS
- FAMILY PORTRAITS
- BRIDAL AND FAMILY PORTRAITS
- DO I WANT TO BE IN ATTENDANCE AT MY COCKTAIL HOUR OR AM I OKAY WITH MISSING IT?
Below you'll find a list of the most common details that I shoot. I ask brides to gather any details they have in a box before I arrive so that I can walk in, say hello, give you a huge hug and then begin with all the goodies! Please ensure your mom that I will take GREAT care of the dress, I promise!
Rings, Shoes, Jewelry
Request your florist to set aside any loose or extra floral or greenery pieces to have ready for my arrival the day of your wedding. These help tie in every color and detail of your day, and truly take your detail photos to the next level!
Want to elevate your details?
FIRST LOOK OR GRAND ENTRY
FO EVERY LITTLE DETAIL...
The whole day begins with the DETAILS. This is one of my favorite parts of the wedding day because it allows me to prepare and get my creative side warmed up for the rest of the day. I photograph a bride’s details in a way that matches and showcases the style of the entire wedding day. So, in some ways, the details set the stage for the look of the whole wedding and I love having ample time to stylize and shoot everything from the dress to the jewelry to grandma’s handkerchief.
PORTRAIT & TIMING TIPS
A big decision that weighs heavy on your photography timeline is the decision to have a first look or wait for the grand entry at the ceremony. Many factors come to play once you make this decision. I am here to help you weigh what is most important to you. When creating timelines for my couples, time of the year is important to take into consideration. Depending on when you are getting married, could determine your ceremony time. For example, a November wedding will have to have an earlier ceremony because the sun goes down around 5:30 pm. Think about that. If your ceremony is at 4:30 pm, when will you have your bridal portraits, family portraits, and bride and groom portraits. Are you going to want to fit all this in the half hour you have left with the sun? This is why I think first looks are the best and have so many benefits. However, it is your day and your decision to make. As your photographer, we can discuss the different options you have for your specific day!
Asking yourself these questions, can help you make the best decision for your wedding day:
Excuse me as I jump in delight at the anticipation of photographing this portion of your wedding day! If we’re being honest, all of the wedding day images are important but the real favorites are almost always from my time with the Bride and Groom. These romantic portraits of just the two of you will be the images that you frame beside your bed or over your mantle and they will also be the images that will fill your album for generations to enjoy.
BRIDE & GROOM PORTRAITS
My favorite part of the day
These images are always my favorite not only because of their beauty but because this is such a sweet portion of the day. For this brief moment in time, you will be alone with your groom on your wedding day. You will have a chance to love on each other and really connect before the craziness begins! Romantic portraits are normally done before the ceremony (after the “First Look”) and then I LOVE shooting a few “just married” portraits after the ceremony as well. This is when the light is low and golden. It’s such a romantic time for bride and groom portraits! If you’re not interested in a first look, we will make sure to include a lot of time after the ceremony for these portraits.
Wedding albums hold tremendous emotional value. They capture precious moments, such as the exchange of vows, the first dance, and interactions with loved ones. Looking through the album can evoke nostalgia, joy, and a range of emotions associated with the wedding day. As an heirloom, the album becomes a tangible source of those emotions and memories, offering comfort and a way to relive cherished moments.
Hand-Crafted Heirlooms
all standard albums include a linen cover, Designer selected images to tell the story, thick pages, Debossing Cover Title. Upgrades available.
Prints & ALBUMS TO LAST A LIFETIME
For an additional rush fee, we can guarantee the album will ship within 15 business days.
3 rounds of designs
STEP 4
You will begin with process by making a few decisions, such as size, amount of spreads, and thickness of the pages. Additionally, you will decide on a color for the album and font for your debossing on the cover. You will receive a questionnaire to make all these selections.
DECISIONS
STEP 1
Round 1 of designs will be provided within 7 days following the receipt of your order form, deposit, and images
PHOTOGRAPHER DESIGNS
STEP 2
You will begin with process by making a few decisions, such as size, amount of spreads, and thickness of the pages. Additionally, you will decide on a color for the album and font for your debossing on the cover. You will receive a questionnaire to make all these selections.
After you've finished the design process, your Heirloom Album will ship within 30 business days of placing your printing order (outside of December holiday season; business days are M-Th). I will have the album shipped to me first, so that I can hand inspect the quality. At this point, I will package up your heirloom and ship it to you.
Revision requests - 4 business days after we’ve received the comments and any additional images or clarifications needed
Final file delivery - 3 business day after the album has been approved and the final balance has been paid
Any additional revisions will be an additional fee per request.
3 rounds of designs
STEP 3
Once the initial design process is complete, you will have up to three rounds of revisions included in your price.
THE PROCESS
12X12 TRADITIONAL ALBUM
10X10 TRADITIONAL ALBUM
8x8 TRADITIONAL ALBUM
ADDITIONAL SPREADS: $33/SPREAD
LEATHER MATERIAL: STARTING AT $200
CAMEO WINDOW: $75
RUSH SHIPPING: $100
EXTRA REVISIONS: $75 PER ROUND
DUPLICATE COPY: STARTING AT $600
STARTS AT $2000
20 Spreads (40 pages)
STARTS AT $900
10 Spreads (20 pages)
STARTS AT $1400
OPTIONS & SIZES
a la carte
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SPREAD AND A PAGE?
LEATHER
Hewn
Eight Ball
Ballet Slipper
Seascape
Mocha
Carob
Tweed
Pewter
Yukon
Barel Gray
A spread consists of two pages. 10 spreads is 20 pages.
Parchment
Pebble
Indigo
Silhouette
Metropolitan
FAQ
ALBUM COVERS
linen
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THIN AND THICK PAGES?
Thin pages are approximately 0.8mm and thick pages are approximately 1.8mm. Thin pages do have some bend to them, but are not foldable. Thick pages are not bendable at all. Keep in mind that the thickness of the pages will also impact the thickness and weight of the album as a whole. Thick pages give the book more of a "album" feel, whereas the thin pages will give the book more of a book weight and feel.
IS THERE A MINIMUM OR MAXIMUM ALBUM SIZE DESIGN?
Our minimum album design size is 10 spreads (20 pages). There is no design maximum other than the limitations provided by the album company of your choice.
For printed Heirlooms, the maximum design size is 40 spreads (80 pages).
WHAT IS ON A SPREAD?
You have the ability to choose the Design Style for each album. All white backgrounds, no image borders, no overlapping images. Ranging from 1-14 images per spread. Number of photos per spread will vary and depend on page design. Clean design, perfect timeless album.
15 Spreads (30 pages)
VENDOR RECOMMENDATIONS
If you end of booking one of these vendors. Please let them know I referred you! I am always adding to this list. Be sure to check back :)
DJ/MCEE
Transportation
Ceremony Entertainment
Hair and Make-Up:
Planners & Coordinators:
Videography
Florist
Bachelor/Bachelorette Fun (Local):
Stella Fishing Co: Local Clearwater Fishing Charter
Bach Boats: Local Boat Parties
Tampa Bay Baches: Tampa Bay Bachelorette Planner
Personalized Decor
Brooks and Babe
Highline Creations
For a great majority of my couples, this is the first time you've planned a wedding. In the excitement of planning a wedding, there is a long list of things to prepare and a lot of questions along the way. I'm here to help you through my personal and professional experience along this journey! If you have any questions, feel free to email me.
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