Best of 2008

Below are some of my favorite images from weddings and engagement shoots for 2008. It was an honor to be part of so many amazing weddings and share so many special moments. direct link http://www.stephendohring.com/slideshows/2008Best/

Sandpearl resort wedding Clearwater David and Andrea

When I had my initial consultation with David and Andrea, hiring a coordinator came up and Andrea was not sure about it. David quickly said "I don't want you to worry about anything, you should have a coordinator". From day one David was on the "it's all about the Bride" page. He thoughtfully and without hesitation handed Andrea the spotlight, making for an enchanting day. Brides do not get any more beautiful than Andrea and that kept my camera happy the entire wedding.

Andrea's choices for her wedding vendors were truly outstanding. The Sandpearl resort is a phenomenal place for a wedding, her hair (Kristina Bennett EnV) and makeup (Darlina with KyleLynn weddings) were perfection all day in the Florida heat, and we were lucky to have Felix the DJ getting the party going like no one else does. Grande Weddings event planners stayed until the very end providing outstanding service every step of the way.

Below is the slideshow. And for guests at the wedding click here to see all of Andrea and David's images.

Arelene and Jerry | Sandpearl Resort Clearwater Beach Wedding |Sacred Heart Church

Most weddings are a celebration for a couple starting out their life together. Arlene and Jerry waited a while to make it official so they went all out in celebrating an already successful relationship. Top physicians in their field, both are remarkably down to earth and were a pleasure to be around. Barbara with the Artistry Design Group had jaw dropping reactions to her incredible room and floral design. Thanks to Voila Cinematic who provided video coverage and the incredible Sandpearl resort. A first rate job also by Jam Entertainment. Enjoy a few images below and the slide show of the full story. A images can be seen here. The Password is the bride's maiden name all lowercase.

Deirdre & Elliot a Don Cesar Beach Wedding St. Petersburg Beach FL

The rain stayed away and like all weddings at The Don Cesar, elegance is paramount. Deirdre & Elliot have a real connection and are so similar. When bouncing from the guys to the girls and back again before the wedding, the energy was excatly the same, laid back and positive. The day went really smooth and it was an honor to be a part of it. At the reception it seemed like there was a dancing issue, everyone was too good,...later I found out the Deirdre's father was a professional instructor so that explained it, there were performances and mini performances all night long. Here are some favs, and yes I did selective color as a special request "Stephen style" enjoy some of my old school antique processing also. I guess the inside theme of the day was stairs.