Missy & Alex | Paradise Island, Bahamas | Destination Wedding Photography

UPDATE: Missy and Alex’s site is now live! Right now you can enjoy a slide show of additional images and next week check back for the Signature Print. The album design will follow, as will all the wedding proofs. Remember, you can click “Purchase Images” and get registered with an email address right now, that way you’re directly notified every time a new element goes live. Enjoy!

It had been since July of 2010 that I worked my last destination wedding. What could be better than this assignment – five nights in the Bahamas? Indeed. But here’s the thing. I kinda hate airports. Like, almost to a phobia/panic attack level. Ok, maybe not that bad, but I despise airports. I found this time, however, that it was ME calming my wife Tara as we negotiated the myriad late flights, cancellations, and horrendous “customer service” that the airlines have to offer. Still, I was very grateful to have her along. Married couples don’t always travel well and we traveled pretty well this time.

I brought Tara because a. It was Mother’s Day weekend and b. I wanted some spectacularly lit beach scenes. By the way, the FAA will allow you to carry-on an Alien Bees light unit and Vagabond battery pack, just allow yourself plenty of time to answer questions during security!

I enjoyed the project. Our villa was nice, right by the beach and a pool, but it was nothing compared to Missy and Alex’s! They had the perfect setup: just feet from the beach (perfect for our beach sessions), high ceilings and lots of windows (preparation photos) and a full-sized fridge for all the champagne! All the friends and family in attendance were very friendly and helpful… but I’m still trying to figure out why I never heard any of the Brits in attendance saying ” ‘ello govna!”. Weird.

All this beauty and romance, all set in paradise… what was my favorite moment? I kinda have to say the crab and corn chowder at Mesa Grill! That’s ok, right Missy?

So, enjoy these favorites for now and then check back in tomorrow for Missy and Alex’s exclusive website. From there you’ll view a slideshow, the Signature Print, album design and finally the proofs. It’s about a three week process, so hang in there. Get registered early under “purchase images” and you’ll be notified every step of the way.

Cheerio, govna!

-Dave