Santa Cruz Wedding Photography- Gloria and Vito’s Wedding

Santa Cruz Wedding Photography!

On a beautiful Spring day, Gloria and Vito got married at a beautiful church in Watsonville.Vito walked down the aisle escorted by his parents and his two daughters!When Gloria started to walk down the aisle looking like a princess, her daughter let out an excited “Mama!!”  She was escorted by her mother, her brother and her niece.These little boys smiled the whole way down but also took their jobs very seriously!It was so much fun to watch Gloria and Vito’s daughter play in her own little world during the mass.  She loved her mother’s bouquet!Gloria and Vito’s wedding had some traditions that were new to us, such as a rope in the shape of a figure eight placed around the bride and groom symbolizing becoming one.
All flowers for the day were created by the talented and lovely Connie J Moore Floral Design!Gloria and Vito’s youngest daughter was meant to be sitting on Grandpa’s lap but after seeing Mama walk down the aisle she wanted to be part of the fun too!Finally she got her wish!Vito gave Gloria 13 coins to represent his willingness to support her.Gloria and Vito were joined by their parents for one last marriage blessing.Married!The reception was held at the beautiful Seascape Golf Club.The incredibly happy newlyweds!Gloria and Vito’s precious daughters look on during the first dance!Vito’s brother delivers a funny and touching toast!There were children everywhere you looked at the reception!  I loved every second of it, children at weddings are the best!Gloria danced with her brother while a slideshow was shown of her late father’s images to honor him.Vito also had a very touching dance with his mother.It was then time to shake things up a bit and get the money dance going!  Another new tradition for us!  For this one, people get on line to dance with the bride and groom making monetary offers to them!I think the kids had more fun than the adults!My future competition!Some of the lovely members of the bridal party!After some cake it was time for the adults to join the kids in dancing around!Gloria and Vito we wish you a lifetime of happiness, health and love!!!  Thank you for the honor of documenting this joyous day!