Bryan Morris – Aruba’s Premier Wedding Photographer

Mr. Bertus did me a favor earlier this year and brought me some light modifiers and after getting them here safely I promised that I would’ve returned that favor and document his family. My schedule was a bit booked so I didn’t fulfill my promise until recently. It was a real pleasure to document Family Bertus. I’ve chosen to go to a section of the island that I haven’t shot at myself before, just in hopes of getting a different perspective of the island.

Zayenne giving the world a hug!

Ciomay, striking a pose.

Did it occur to you that I enjoy flare?

Mr and Mrs Bertus at their finest.

Zayenne and Ciomay just sitting pretty.

Love is in the air. As I see this my mind goes to the song from Paul John Young.

A different edit to my usual. I like it what do you think?

From mom to dad back to mom again.

Birds of a feather flock together. That’s what they say, right!

Just had to get some sunset action.

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

Popularity: 15% [?]

My current market is not the local market but I’ve been contemplating breaking into the local market just hadn’t sit down and put the details all together as I already have a business concept for the local market but never worked out the details of execution. A few weeks ago I’ve received a call from one of my brides (Not that she’s married to me but I’ve shot her wedding. Hence, my bride.) informing me that she’s pregnant and she wants us to go out and take a few shots. She has an amazing plan to document her progress over the months. I was very happy for her and wished her all the best. This request also gave me a kick in the seat to start off the local market. I’ll now have enough images to have a gallery specifically dedicated to maternity and babies. I already tentatively have another mom to be in line for a shoot so from here you’ll continue to hear more and more about pregnant moms and babies.

I just love my island, Aruba,  I do enjoy studio work but what a contrast it draws out as you go out around the Island and shoot these images. These images were shot at the Gold Mine Ruins and surrounding area and we have plans of visiting a host of areas in the coming months. Enjoy!

Sexy Momma posing in the ruins.

Her eyes closed, smiling, enjoying every moment of her pregnancy.

I call this one “GOD”, it’s just so spiritual. Shining light, thus showing the way but yet covering in this period of pregnancy.

She was a real trooper going up to get these shots.

Only in Aruba!

Ilaina, congratulations and I wish you all the best with this new baby.

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

Popularity: 15% [?]

I’ve had the immeasurable pleasure to finally meet and document a family that I’ve been in contact with for some time already through the World Wide Web.

Jessica contacted me in hopes that I do Family Portraits as they’re a big family and they’ve never taken a family portrait as the family is so ample that coordinating such has its complications and with everyone on island it can be offered to mom as a late Mother’s Day gift.

Upon getting to the Marriot Aruba Surf Club they were heading to the lobby to meet me, so we got to our arranged meeting spot simultaneously. I’ve recognized them instantaneously and introduced myself.

There were a total of eight people. A mom and a dad and their kids and one, self proclaimed adoptee. After talking for a while I’ve quickly noticed that this was about to be easy. A dream family, beautiful inside and out. Picture the TV family Cosby from the Bill Cosby show, only this time in real life. I couldn’t rave enough to my wife upon getting home. Having that many children you would believe that would get a bit chaotic but all was well in line and the parents did not once had to correct any of the six that were present. Mr. & Mrs. Boyd, I salute you on a job well done raising your kids to become respectable members of society.

During our conversation, I asked what they really wanted and if they’ve had any preferred spot around the premises that they wanted to shoot at and they’ve decided to leave it into my well capable hands. So we started walking with no plan in mind as I don’t like to scope out spots I prefer the areas to jump out at me and start to inspire me. I avoid repeating my areas and my poses. I want to do my clients justice by creating something totally unique for them, so enjoy!

Mr and Mrs Boyd.

This was our first family portrait and I must say that I love this one. I see this blown up big in Canvas in the family room.

They really wanted family portraits so we shot mostly that and here is another option.  I really like the relaxed feel of this one.

What is a family portrit without the sunset in Aruba, it just does not work. It goes hand in hand. 

This is all the kids along with the self proclaimed adoptee, Brooke second from the left. 

Sharing some sisterly love, Jamie and Maggie. 

Angie and her little brother Jeremy. 

The queen bee with all her little helper bees. 

 Theguys are really outweighed in this home so should I say, Girls Rule!

Jessica, just lounging on the Palm Beach in Aruba.

I loved this portrait so much that I’ve attempted a different (current) edit to it to see how it would look and I love the final outcome. 

I know that we’ve created friends for life as Mrs Boyd let me in on a secret that this will become their main vacation spot from now on and yes we welcome you Boyd family and thank you for visiting. Contact me whenever you’re back at least for a virgin colada around the pool or even dinner with my family.

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

Popularity: 16% [?]

These two families are nice, fun and outgoing families that wanted some memories of their trip to Aruba and I was priviledged to document this one evening with them.

Family Labriola in all of their glory!

 Family Richter in all of their glory!

Blessings,

Bryan Morris 

Popularity: 19% [?]

Summer 2006 was when Eran was determined to make Kristen his wife.

Kristen went along with his wish!

They took the plunge…..

…. sealed it with a kiss!

and started on their journey of life together, hand in hand!

Out of this union came this little princess Julianna…

I was contacted by mommy a few weeks before their arrival and was informed that they were coming to Aruba and they wanted me to take a few pictures of their little bundle of joy at the beach of the Westin Aruba Resort on Palm Beach. What a bundle of joy she is, a sweet little girl loved by Mommy and Daddy. She’s no doubt Daddy’s little girl. Julianna is a little ham that loves the ocean, if you’re distracted for 1 second too long she’s no longer by your side but heading for the ocean.

Here she is showing Daddy some affection!

I’m taking the world by storm, join me on the slide!

Swoosh…..here we go!

I love mommy too!

Am I not the cutest little thing ever?

I might just be a little gymnast, I just love to swing as well in the playground at the Aruba Westin Resort on the Palm Beach in Aruba

This white sand fascinates me so, I wish I can take some home.

This is the little diva outfit that I wore to the beach to play in the sand.

And ofcourse, what do we do when were through playing in the sand, wash ourself off, right?

May God bless her and keep her.

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

Popularity: 55% [?]

I’ve had the pleasure to could’ve finally document this family. Mrs Barker was the first client to contact me for 2009 it was actually on New Year’s day. We’ve kept in contact for some time until we’ve finalized and then coming down to the summer we were back in contact to recap.

Open arrival, I’ve met the most delightful family. I’ve introduced myself to Mr. Barker and then to the Mrs. and in return was introduced to the kids Nate and Anna. This family was up for anything so we’ve tried a little of everything. Follwing is a little of what I’ve documented of this wonderful family.

Mom and Dad Barker!

The entire family in the garden of a resort.

Nate & Anna really enjoying their photo shoot.

A little strool on the beach.

Anna showing Nate her love for him, Anna style!

Mom Barker (Denise) and Nate.

Anna & Nate again.

A family portrait at the famous Fofoti Tree on the Eagle Beach.

Mom and Daddy Barker (Randall)

Denise and Anna!

Family Barker posing on some rocks at the Eagle Beach Aruba.

Another family portrait with the kids in the background.

Regards,

Bryan Morris

Popularity: 34% [?]

Do you remember last year I’ve mentioned that I’ve had a blog stalker? See THIS post!

Mike & Janyne met in January 2006 while he was working at a Nissan dealership in Staten Island. Janyne was was shopping for a new car with her parents when Mike approached them to offer assistance. Immediately, Mike knew he had to have her! She was scheduled to pick up the car in a few days and since Mike already had her number (which was to be used for business purposes) he called Janyne on the premise of confirming the details to pick up the vehicle. After a few minutes of casual chit-chat, he asked Janyne out for coffee to “thank her for buying the car”. Startled that the car salesman had just asked her out, she didn’t know what to say. She thought for a moment of the obvious age difference (Mike has 17 years on her) then agreed, thinking “what harm could coffee do?” and “it’s not like he’s asking me to marry him!”.

The next day, when she was about to leave her new car, Mike asked Janyne when they could go out for coffee. They decided on the following night after work and as he gave her his phone number, he said “You’re gorgeous! You have the most beautiful eyes I’ve ever seen!”.

On the night they went out for coffee, Janyne was surprised at how much they had in common, despite their age difference. They talked for so long, they didn’t realize the coffee shop was about to close. That weekend, Mike took Janyne to a romantic restaurant in Brooklyn for their ‘first date”. Afraid of starting a relationship with someone nearly twice her age, who was previously married with children close to her age, Janyne was uncertain if they wanted the same things. She set a “cut-off” of 6 months – if by then, they’re not on the same page she would walk away. She never got the chance as Mike revealed that if he were to ever marry again, it had to be her!
On December 15, 2007 at that same Brooklyn restaurant, Mike popped the big question, to Janyne “you’re gonna marry me, right?”

Since then I’ve been in contact with Janyne and we’ve built a very great relationship, I consider Mike and Janyne almost family.

Her wedding finally rolled around so after being a blogstalker for so long now it’s her time to shine.

Janyne and her family visits Aruba regularly and introduced Mike to Aruba, so when Mike proposed to Janyne it was easy to choose a spot for their Destination Wedding. Janyne didn’t just want to have her wedding on the beach so she opted for Tierra del Sol and had Ventanas del Mar cater for them. The evening started off with the cermony being officiated by Father Jacob as they wanted a more religious touch to their wedding, they’ve had a coctail hour that was entertained by Nico Conner with his Magical Steelpan. After the coctail hour there was a sitdown dinner. After dinner DJ Tino from Cyclone Promotions had the entire party family on the dance floor all night. The young and the younger were bouncing to the tunes kicking out of his speakers.

Janyne and Mike I wish you two the happiest life together.

Mrs Theresa McGann, Janyne’s mom, pinning up her dress!

Last minute touch ups before hitting the stage! 

A detail shot of the shoes. 

Mom securing the garter in place! 

Jennifer and Anthony, Bridesmaid and Groomsman walking down the aisle. 

Bestman Dominic and Maid Of Honor Kathleen making there way down the aisle. 

Charles and Janyne McGann on their way to give Janyne away. 

Mike receiving Janyne from her dad. 

 Minister Jacob conducting the wedding ceremony.

Portrait of the couple during the wedding ceremony. 

Mike saying his vows. 

Bestman Dominic, can’t seem to be getting the rings out of his pocket. 

Mike placing the ring on Janyne’s finger. 

 Janyne returning the favor.

The female part of the bridal party. 

The Kiss! 

 Janyne signing the marriage documents.

Mike’s turn. 

A portrait of the couple and wedding party. 

A detail shot of the rings.

Only in paradise would you be able to get a sweet portrait like this. 

A kiss during the portraits.

Janyne can’t seem to have enough of Mike so another….. 

And another…..

Mike showing Janyne his mad golf skillz. 

Another portrait of the wedding party. 

The cake! 

First Dance! 

Father/Daughter Dance 

This was a wild (in a good way) crowd, they can get a party started. 

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

Popularity: 95% [?]

Do you remember Fayth & Steven? Here’s their slideshow. I’ve had so many awesome shots from this wedding that I just couldn’t put them all in a blog post. I’ve found this song sometime back and I love it so much that I just had to put it in a slideshow, so here it is. Enjoy.

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

Popularity: 79% [?]

I’m blessed to be able to do what I do, therefore it does not feel like work. However work is not all, family has precedence.

I woke up this morning early with my family to go and climb the “Hooiberg”. This was a request that I’ve had for some time already and I’ve promised the kids that during the summer vacation I would take them. Here are a few of the images of our retreat.

A self family portrait, easy. Just put the camera on timer and go for it a few times until you get it.

Shayenne and the kids!

Can’t stop me now, should’ve done it whilst you had the chance!

Bryan and the kids

Shaydee and Abishah!

This is my favorite image of the day!

Making my way down to sea level.

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

Popularity: 29% [?]

The “Day After” Shoot is rapidly becoming a trend especially amongst destination weddings. This is where the bride & groom go off and take images of them usually in their wedding attire after the wedding day. This is where you will not have to be  afraid to dirty your wedding gown or tux.

Remember my posts (3) of a Chicago couple from a few weeks ago?  They did just that except they were not in their wedding attire as the wedding dress was long gone.

Here are the previous posts of this wonderful couple.

Out and about before the wedding
Wedding Part I
Wedding Part II

Now here you can see what we came up with in under 1 hour during the day after shoot.

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

Popularity: 37% [?]