Hello! My name is Sandra Yu. Welcome to my blog. I am a photographer specializing in weddings and lifestyle portraits. This blog is home for my most recent work and thoughts & reflections about my life's adventures and perspectives. I hope to share some of these experiences with you here.
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Diana and Jake are just one of the loveliest couples I’ve had the pleasure of shooting. I had so much fun with these two on their e-session (maybe ‘cos Diana laughs a lot, she makes me thinks my jokes ain’t so bad haha). Diana shares my love of open fields and orange groves and although it’s a bit early for harvesting oranges, we were very content to have the locations all to ourselves.
Pride and Prejudice inspired… Lovely!
To see more of their engagement, come see them all on my Facebook Page.
One of the perks of living in Florida is the beach – if you love the sand and the sun, I bet you’re always by the waterfront, soaking it all up! As a photographer around this area, I often get asked to do beach weddings, which is why I was at North Redington on another sunny Florida Saturday for Amber and Chris’ fantastic destination wedding.
The reception was a blast! There was a lot of laughing and toasting and cheering, and yes, there was a lot of dancing, too! I think it was impossible not to groove to the music that night – there’s just this joyful atmosphere that had everybody clapping and singing and making much use of the dance floor. To see more of their wedding photos, they are available on my Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/sandrayuphotography
I may be one of those people who need to work hard to get ahold of their feelings and try not to cry – it’s hard to take photos when my eyes are all blurry! But oh, it is futile to not be swept by all of it, in the end. After all, I am a wedding photographer 
Lindsey and Ben’s wedding is such a lovely experience for me. Yes, there were tears, and lots of it – but wow, the laughter. It was just so amazing. There was so much joy and happiness, and people were cheering and smiling for the couple. The atmosphere was energizing and light, and every now and then a laugh or a giggle escapes from me because there are just so many good vibes all around.
I know their engagement photos and the teaser I posted last month weren’t enough. So, without further ado, here’s Lindsey and Ben. Welcome to their ever after:
Look at that gorgeous hair. I love looking at it, it’s so whimsical. And Lindsey’s shoes and gown? Very romantic.
More behind-the-scenes as the bride and groom prepare for their big day. Most photos are taken at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. (See Lindsey’s gown in full detail here.):
At the ceremony – people were all smiles. Our hearts are so full of love for Lindsey and Ben. I would like to think it made the day just a little bit brighter
Of course, who can forget that sweet moment between Lindsey and her dad? It was one of the most touching moments during the wedding:
One of my favorite shots of Lindsey and her dad:
More photos during the ceremony:
What a beautiful bride and groom. Afterwards we had a little photoshoot and some time alone with the family before the wedding reception:
At the reception – slow, sweet dances before rocking out as the night went on! (Also, we had so much fun at the wedding photo station that I set up – go check everybody’s wacky poses!)
Congratulations, Lindsey and Ben. You are such a dear couple. Here’s to your new life ahead!
Hotel for Preparation: Hyatt Regency Tampa
Ceremony & Reception: University of Tampa Plant Park and Vaugh Center
Officiant: Made for Each Other Wedding
Hair & Makeup: Michele Renee
Videographer: Tampa Wonderworks
Cake: Publix Bakery
Coordinator: Swank Shindigs
Second Photographer: Valerya Ritter
Florist: Revel Design
DJ: Grant Hemond
Transportation: Ambassador Limousine
Decor: Coast to Coast
P.S. For those who want to see more photos, visit LINDSEY + BEN: EVER AFTER, a website I have created for the couple, and their family and friends.
