First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables

Manny and Carol held their ceremony at the dramatically beautiful First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables.  It is a spectacular place to share a wedding celebration. The church doesn't allow for photos during the ceremony itself.  However, they are quite gracious about reenacting the main elements of the wedding ceremony afterwards to capture them close up.  Actually, it makes it a little easier for us, because we are as close as need be.  We would recommend First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables to anyone in the Miami area who wants a genuinely grand and austere wedding ceremony location.   

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Behind The Scenes Wedding Photography. 

Here is a rare glimpse of what goes on behind the pretty pictures you see from a wedding.   These photos were captured by our good friend Marie while we were shooting Mike and Sherree's wedding.  

The top images show how we encourge brides and grooms to look their best, while I shoot from a ladder about 20 feet away.  Monica or an assistant will help with a few pointers about posing. The bride and groom portrait sessions usually last about 30 minutes. This is the only time which we actually pose a couple. Some individuals feel uncomfortable with being “posed” however, this is where we often get the best images of the bride and groom. These always become the centerpieces of wedding albums, enlargements and thank you cards of our clients.  Actually, this is something we do uniquely different. Our group shots of family and friends as well as the bride and groom portrait sessions are always filled with laughter, jokes and hilarious antics. We specialize in making sure the bride and groom, as well as their guests, are comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera.  It can be quite a challenge to handle a camera, pose people,  think creatively, work with assistants and be entertaining at the same time!  However, it is a part of the job I truly enjoy. When all these elements come together to form images which couples cherish for decades to come its a genuinely rewarding feeling.  it's quite common for brides to call us after they've seen their images and be teary-eyed because of the photographs our team has taken.  It is a responsibility and privilege we take quite seriously.  There is only one time to get these images taken and we have to get it right the first time. No excuses. 

Hope you enjoyed this little behind-the-scenes sneak peek into part of the craziness and chaos that is wedding photography in Miami Fort lauderdale.

Have a great day,

 - Curtis and the Copeland Photography team

Paul and Claudia - Wedding Photography Miami Beach Fontainebleau - Copeland Photography

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Claudia and Paul are fanatically in love. Paul adores his bride.  It is so clear in his loving tone when her gently talks to her.  It is visible in the sparkle in his eays when he looks at her.  Even when he just says her name sounds like "I love you!". As for our Bride, Claudia, she is continually smiling and bubbling with joy. She has a sweet charm and grace about her ways. Also, she is a complete photographic fanatic. Claudia had 5 professional photographers on her wedding day! I was only a second shooter for the event, it was still really great to be near these two love birds on this very special day. Mike Myer was the main photographer while his wife, Gisela helped.  Another fabulous south Florida photographer, Tracey Ann Jarrett and her husband, Martin, and I were snapping away as the second shooter team. We were all in black from head to toe.  When one of the wedding guests saw us together her said we look like photographic Ninjas!  Their wedding was held at the majestic Fontainebleau hotel in Miami Beach, Florida.  This made for a fantastic backdrop for their wedding reception.  Their Paul and Claudia exchanged vows during the wedding ceremony which was held on a boat while it was casually wondering along the Florida intercostal waterway.  It was romantic, to say the least!

To see more of their wedding pictures click HERE!

Best wishes Paul and Claudia!

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