Banyan Estate Wedding

Erica and Rich tied the knot surrounded by family and friends  at one of the most amazing wedding venues in Melbourne, Florida

Erica and Rich are the most adorable fun spirited people! I adore them! You might remember Erica and Rich’s engagement session from downtown Melbourne and Florida Tech Botanical Gardens!

What a privilege to be part of such a fun, yet crazy emotional day! The Banyan Estate was the perfect venue for their outdoor wedding. From the moment I arrived there was such an air of excitement.  Hanging out on the second floor of the Estate while the girls got ready was a dream. So much room to spread out and glorious light! Eric and her girls (and her Mom and Mother-in-law) all had on matching colorful robes! So fun! It really just seemed like one big family.

So many Surprises at this Banyan Estate Wedding

Every wedding that I photograph there seems to be an overwhelming theme or emotion. Sometimes it is a little hard to verbalize. But this wedding…this wedding I did not have that problem. Love…Surprise…Family.  Rich takes the cake for the happiest Groom ever! He literally danced his way down the aisle. Fist pumping and hi-5ing people! Talk about a surprise. As soon as his bride appeared he turned into mush (sorry Rich..but you did!).

Where are the rings?

Then..just as things are progressing in the ceremony a little blip. Rich reached into his pocket to pull out the rings..but alas..they were gone! Ok.. not really.. but I’m going to admit that he had me for a second. Then down the aisle comes the dog to the rescue with the rings! Super cute!

So much Love

 Love everywhere! Many times in the form of tears! The utter Joy on Rich’s face when his bride walked down the aisle. Don’t even get me started on the first dances! Yes.. I saw you all crying and I have pictures of it!!

Intertwined throughout all the laughter, happy tears and dance moves was the feeling of family. It honestly felt like being wrapped up in the giant hug. Congratulations Erica and Rich! It was such a pleasure being part of your day! Your adventure starts now! 

There are so many amazing Florida wedding venues with outdoor spaces for ceremonies. Check out this outdoor Ceremony from the Grand Manor or another from the Bellewood Plantation.