Bryan Morris – Aruba’s Premier Wedding Photographer

Imara was preparing to come to Aruba for vacation when she contacted me and arranged a photo shoot.  Besides being a great photo shoot, this one came with a lesson attached and I’ve decided to share this with you. I usually go into shoots with an idea more or less of what’s each client’s desire, this was not the case here. My creativity was stretched. One does not know their true potential until they like the eaglet be dropped from a height and notice that in uncertainty they are really  able to soar. I’m very happy how this  turned out. And I challenge you today to go out and do something you’re not perfectly comfortable with and see what the results are. I would say this is one of my best sessions and this is not all because of me but the subject is stunning, the location breathtaking and the willingness and determination of the subject is like no other. If you want beautiful images you have to hang out on a limb a little. The effort is well worth it.  Aruba offers a variety of awesome backdrops but at times it will take a little effort to get to them especially if you want great images in fancy clothing or wedding dresses etc. These were taken at the Gold Mine Ruins after Imara have seen the maternity session I’ve done at this very same location. Enjoy.

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

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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

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I’ve had an appointment with this family to document a piece of their vacation in Paradise that is Aruba.  I’ve met with them at their hotel and we’ ve transitioned to  Eagle Beach  to capture these breathtaking images.

How can one pass up a family portait shoot in paradise, Aruba has some of the best backdrops in the whole world. See it for yourself. Anytime you’re coming to the island feel free to contact me to schedule a family portrait session with us here at Bryan Morris Photography (http://www.bryanmorrisphotography.com/)

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

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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

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As previously mentioned I’m probing into light for 2010. I’m experimenting more and more with OCF (Off Camera Flash) Here are a few images of an assignment I had to submit.

I’m not quite there yet but it’s a journey that I’m enjoying very much.

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

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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

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As mentioned in the previous POST, I’ve had the pleasure of documenting family Dion last year. This family and the extended part became friends and looked forward from early this year as well to another shoot. Family Dion a heartfelt thank you and continue with the great work you’re doing of returning every year and bringing new members to the island.

During this vacation Big Mike did as I’ve hoped in my post last year and popped the question. It was a very romantic plan that was disclosed to everyone (myself included)but Melissa. It was a total surprise to her and now they’re preparing for the wedding next year, unfortunately not in Aruba. You could never tell they might fly me into the US to document the wedding still. Hint, Hint…..LOL

Here are a few images of the Mike and Melissa and the extended family of the the Dion’s. I’ve had so many great images but I can only display a few of them here.

 Jason and Lil Mike just hanging loose. They’re the future surfer dudes!

Family Dion! 

Grandpa and Grandma Whalen. 

 Another portrait of the Dion family with the lighthouse in the background.

Jason and lil Mike hanging out on a rock. 

Grandma & Grandpa Whalen and their inlaws. 

Another shot of Family Dion with the sky overhead. 

The entire groupshot at the lighthouse. 

Melissa and Big Mike. 

 She’s just glowing…..

Mike is showing some affection to his fiance. 

A little ring shot has to complete the portraits. 

All the ladies! 

Grandma and Grandpa Whalen with an awesome sunset backdrop.

Jacki, Melissa and Grandma Whalen. 

 Mike showing some of his super powers.

 I just love this shot. It’s caliente!

Brianna posing with her dad. 

And now with her brothers, Lil Mike and Jason. 

 Here you have Rich and his sister Laurie.

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

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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

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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

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As promised, here is the part 2 for Ikna & Eric Wedding. 

One portrait before heading into the reception!

Bridesmaids just chillin’ in a hammock! 

First Dance, I just love the expression of the onlookers in the background. 

Some art of the first dance. 

Daughter and father dance. 

Son & Mother Dance 

 Bride & Groom during the toast.

Bestman with the toast. 

Mother of the groom with a toast. 

Maid Of Honour with her toast. 

Father of bride with a toast. 

Bride & Groom being romantic during dinner 

Father of bride was just having a blast. 

I just love this shot! 

A cake shot 

Cake cutting! 

Cake smearing! 

And the best part, cake cleaning! 

This is the bouquet toss. 

Mission: Find The Garter 

These single guys were having fun with the garter toss. 

The departure……. 

This is not the most technically sound shot but it tells the story of the evening. 

Blessings,

Bryan Morris

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