When we told people we were going to Anguilla to photograph a destination wedding, for most the reaction was, huh???  It's true, many aren't familiar with the tiny Island located a mere ten miles off St. Maarten's coast in the Caribbean ... and that is precisely the point!  This charming, off-the-beaten path, spit of land is surrounded by crystal blue waters, powdery, white sand beaches and friendly locals happy to show others why they love their Island.  Lacking the tourist-trap feel, Anguilla was the perfect Caribbean Island for Cassondra and Matthew to get married and Cap Juluca Resort was the perfect venue!

We first encountered these two at a bridal show in Phoenix.  Kevin noticed Matthew looking at one of our large photos from a beach wedding and said, "I'm going to bet you are having a beach wedding?"  The answer was obviously yes, and the rest is history.  Just over a year later we were on a plane to paradise!

We love destination weddings like this - small, intimate, laid back and lots of fun!  This was what the couple wanted from their wedding and by the big smiles on their faces all day long it was obvious they were more than satisfied with their decision.  There were many personal touches, including a paisley garter in memory of Cassondra's brother, jumping the broom and having Matthew's father preside over the ceremony.  Matthew's two beautiful children were also part of the wedding party.  And of course we have to mention the reception dinner.  Lobster served by candlelight at a long table set up on the beach, complete with light ocean breezes and soft, warm sand shifting beneath your feet.  Seriously??!!  You can't get any more perfect than that!

We just loved this couple and all their family and friends.  Cassondra and Matthew, thank you for having us as your guests and wedding photographers and for allowing us to have that dining experience on the beach alongside you both :-).  Enjoy the sneak peak before we hit you with all the photos ... there are a lot :-)!!