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When I think of Tamara and Jeremy’s wedding, the first word that comes to my mind is FUN. This wedding day was filled with SO much joy, and it was one of those days that we really wished we could shoot over and over again. Tamara and Jeremy incorporated some awesome surprises into their day like a classic car to transport Tamara to the Basillica, and an Arabic drummer welcoming them into their reception. We are so excited to share this sneak peek into their special day! We hope this blog brings as many smiles to your face as it brought to ours while we were living through these moments with them.

Tamara and Jeremy’s big day started off at the historic Casa Monica Hotel. This hotel sits right in the middle of historic St Augustine and offers breathtaking views of Flagler College, The Lightner Museum, and other popular St Augustine attractions. 

Casa Monica Hotel in St Augustine
Casa Monica Hotel in St Augustine
Wedding invitation suite, bridal shoes in blue and perfume
Bride getting into her wedding gown
Groom getting ready
Bride getting ready | By St Augustine Photographer, Nikki Golden
Brides first look with Father
Brides first look with Father

After Tamara was dressed and ready, this AMAZING vintage car arrived to transport her and her dad to the church for the ceremony.

Vintage wedding car for St Augustine wedding | By St Augustine Photographer, Nikki Golden
Vintage wedding car for St Augustine wedding
Bride with her father in vintage car, black and white image

Then of course we had to get the groom and his brothers in some photos with the car too.

Groom with groomsmen in vintage wedding car | By St Augustine Photographer, Nikki Golden
Groom with groomsmen in vintage wedding car

Then it was time for the most anticipated moment of the day, the moment that they said I do.

The Basillica in St Augustine
Bridesmaid walking down the aisle at the The Basillica in St Augustine | By St Augustine Photographer, Nikki Golden
Bride walking down the aisle at the The Basillica in St Augustine

This is one of my favorite photos of the entire day, because I just feel like you can see how much love Jeremy has for his bride by the way he is smiling at her. I loved watching Tamara and Jeremy together, because you could just feel how much they loved each other, and how extremely happy they were. When the couple is head over heels for each other, you can just feel it.

Groom meeting his bride walking down the aisle at the The Basillica in St Augustine | By St Augustine Photographer, Nikki Golden
Marriage ceremony at the Basillica St Augustine
Black and white image through the keyhole of St Augustine wedding at the Basillica
Marriage ceremony at the Basillica St Augustine
Just married bride and groom at the Basillica St Augustine | By St Augustine Photographer, Nikki Golden

Following the ceremony, we took the newlyweds and their bridal party across the streets of St Augustine and over to the Bridge of lions for some formal portraits. (P.S. can we just get some love for this intimate bridal party please?! Small parties for the win!) 

Bride with maid of honor at St Augustine wedding
Groom with groomsmen at St Augustine wedding
Bridal party at St Augustine wedding | By St Augustine Photographer, Nikki Golden

One of my FAVORITE things about St Augustine Weddings is how all of the tourists cheer and honk for the newlyweds. It’s even better when the couple plays along and waves back to them! Tamara and Jeremy were eating up all of the congratulations, and we’ll never forget Jeremy saying “They love me!” hahah! These moments were just a blast! 

Black and white portrait of bride and groom at St Augustine wedding
Bridal party walking through St Augustine
Bride and groom in St Augustine wedding | By St Augustine Photographer, Nikki Golden
Bride and groom in St Augustine wedding
Bide in St Augustine | By St Augustine Photographer, Nikki Golden

Then it was time for the wedding reception at The White Room. The White Room in St Augustine is well known for its views of the bridge of lions, the bay, and historic downtown. This is one of our favorite St Augustine wedding venues! 

The White Room in St Augustine decorated for wedding. Plus a wedding cake.
The White Room in St Augustine decorated for wedding
Table decor at the White Room St Augustine | By St Augustine Photographer, Nikki Golden
Table decor at the White Room St Augustine

Okay this HAD to be our favorite part of the night! The crowd LOVED Tamara and Jeremy’s arabic drummer! The reception entrance sets the tone for the whole night, we love when our couples go big!

Arabatic drummer performer at wedding reception
Bride and groom dancing at St Augustine wedding reception

And then everyone partied the night away. Footloose Dj’s kept the dance floor full ALL night. Get ready to laugh at some of our favorite moments from their reception.

Guests dancing at St Augustine wedding
Wedding guests having fun at St Augustine wedding reception
Wedding guests having fun at St Augustine wedding reception
Wedding guests having fun at St Augustine wedding reception

And the night ended with one of the most beautiful final dances we’ve ever seen, followed by a sparkler exit. Tamara and Jeremy, thank you for including us in this day, and thank you for being one of the best couples we’ve ever photographed! We loved spending these moments with you!

Cloud Dance Between Bride and Groom White Room St Augustine | By St Augustine Photographer, Nikki Golden
Sparkler wedding exit at St Augustine white room wedding
Sparkler wedding exit at St Augustine wedding
Sparkler wedding exit at St Augustine wedding

A HUGE part of a successful wedding day is the vendor team you choose! Tamara and Jeremy had the PERFECT team of vendors for their day. Wanna hire the same team for your event? Find all the vendors below! 

Photographer – Nikki Golden Photography

Nikki Golden Photography with Bride and Groom

Planner – Coastal Coordinating

Wedding planner and bride at St Augustine wedding

DJ – Footloose entertainment

Cake – Creme De La Cocoa 

Hair and Makeup – Studio Bride 

Florals – Parkers Events

Venues – Casa Monica Hotel, St Augustine Basillica , White Room St Augustine

Drummer – Daniel Alladin 

Videographer – Ricker Films

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