I took the trip to Florida again this year, given Minnesota is still in it’s winter phase—and I’m so glad I did. I had the privilege of capturing both Tony and Jessica’s family photos and courthouse marriage all in the past week. There is a separate blog for their family session, because this Fort Myers courthouse wedding needs it’s own space. I should clarify… the photos were taken around downtown Fort Myers after their intimate ceremony.

I showed up (and managed to get a parking ticket —$17 if anyone wants to Venmo me🤪) and was greeted by the couple, their sweet son Isaiah, and a few family members. We started with a quick photo outside the courthouse of their family, and then Tony, Jess, Isaiah, and I went on our way. We had no issues in the location scouting department—there were gorgeous natural backdrops everywhere we looked.

After a while of shooting outside, we headed to the Cigar Bar where we were given permission to shoot. This was easily one of my favorite locations to shoot at during my entire Florida trip. There was an intimate section of the bar tucked away from customers, so we had privacy. The space was dark, moody, dreamy, rustic, and had heavenly light. I used flash for most of them, but got away with taking it off towards the end, as there were a couple of windows on one wall.

After we were done with the photoshoot, baby Isaiah put his arms out for me to hold him, and while mom and dad put the stroller away, he put his little head on my shoulder (and I even got a hug goodbye 🥹🥹🥹).

We’re already planning our next shoot when Tony and Jess come back home to Minnesota for a visit. Can’t wait!!!!!

I hope you all enjoy these photos as much I do. ❤️

PS. If a courthouse wedding is in your future and you want to savor those memories, I would LOVE to connect. :)

Savannah