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Anna Filly Photography

Anna Filly Photography

Roanoke, Virginia Wedding Photographer specializing in timeless wedding, engagement and lifestyle photos.

A Pensacola, FL Wedding at the Grand Hotel | Diane + Derek

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Diane+DerekFavorites-114Diane gets this  adorable, crinkly nosed giggle when she laughs.  Her eyes sparkle, and her face lights up- especially when Derek is in the room.  He has this ability to make her laugh like no one else does.  His tenderness, and charm are what made Diane fall for him.  But, it was his selflessness and quiet humor that keeps her falling in love with him every day.  He doesn’t just take care of her, he enriches her life, and that my friends, is the most beautiful thing.

Diane + Derek got married in a beautiful Catholic Church on a warm day in August.  Each detail of their day was perfectly planned, and coordinated to tell the love story that Diane + Derek started.  It was magnificent!  From Diane’s most stunning dress (which I just LOVED photographing at her Bridal Session!), to beautiful paper products hand crafted by the ever talented Grace and Serendipity Paperie to the wonderful people that celebrated, the day was one to remember!!

Diane+DerekFavorites-49Diane+DerekFavorites-45Diane+DerekFavorites-51So many pretty little details….Diane+DerekFavorites-52DRESS-2Diane+DerekFavorites-53Diane+DerekFavorites-50Diane+DerekFavorites-56Putting on the dress with momma…. Diane+DerekFavorites-54 Diane+DerekFavorites-58Diane+DerekFavorites-5Diane+DerekFavorites-70A sweet letter from Derek…. Diane+DerekFavorites-59And of course a first look with Diane’s most favorite girls!! Diane+DerekFavorites-60 Diane+DerekFavorites-62Their reactions were priceless 🙂 Diane+DerekFavorites-63 Diane+DerekFavorites-64 Diane+DerekFavorites-65Diane+DerekFavorites-68So much happy!!Diane+DerekFavorites-67 Diane+DerekFavorites-69Diane+DerekFavorites-75The GROOM!Diane+DerekFavorites-76Diane+DerekFavorites-78These guys were so fun!!Diane+DerekFavorites-7Diane+DerekFavorites-77Diane+DerekFavorites-79Diane+DerekFavorites-80And right before she walked down the aisle… Diane wanted a moment with her daddy…. Diane+DerekFavorites-81 DRESS-2-4Diane+DerekFavorites-83Momma lost it 🙂 Diane+DerekFavorites-84Diane+DerekFavorites-86Derek reading his love letter from his bride… Diane+DerekFavorites-87Diane+DerekFavorites-91Diane+DerekFavorites-43Diane+DerekFavorites-92Here she comes…..Diane+DerekFavorites-94Diane+DerekFavorites-8Diane+DerekFavorites-95His love for her could move mountains….Diane+DerekFavorites-9 Diane+DerekFavorites-97Diane+DerekFavorites-98Diane+DerekFavorites-10Diane+DerekFavorites-102Diane+DerekFavorites-101Diane+DerekFavorites-99 Diane+DerekFavorites-103The ceremony was just perfect Diane+DerekFavorites-104 Diane+DerekFavorites-106 Diane+DerekFavorites-108 Diane+DerekFavorites-109Diane+DerekFavorites-111MARRIED!Diane+DerekFavorites-112How cute are these grandmas?! Diane+DerekFavorites-113Mr. & Mrs. Derek Brown!!! Diane+DerekFavorites-114 Diane+DerekFavorites-115The ever fabulous Wedding Party!Diane+DerekFavorites-119Diane+DerekFavorites-118 Diane+DerekFavorites-121I’m all for trying different poses that my clients suggest…. and I laugh right with them when they don’t go how we plan!!Diane+DerekFavorites-123Diane+DerekFavorites-22The reception!! Diane+DerekFavorites-20 Diane+DerekFavorites-18 Diane+DerekFavorites-16 Diane+DerekFavorites-14Diane+DerekFavorites-124 Diane+DerekFavorites-125Husband & Wife!Diane+DerekFavorites-126Diane+DerekFavorites-129 Diane+DerekFavorites-131LOVED these fabulous cakes!! Diane+DerekFavorites-132 Diane+DerekFavorites-139 Diane+DerekFavorites-140 Diane+DerekFavorites-141Diane+DerekFavorites-134 Diane+DerekFavorites-137Toasts & speeches 🙂 Diane+DerekFavorites-138 Diane+DerekFavorites-142 Diane+DerekFavorites-143 Diane+DerekFavorites-145Diane+DerekFavorites-29 Diane+DerekFavorites-146This moment was one for the books… Diane’s Matron of honor never got a first dance with her daddy.  So, as a surprise to him, Diane offered to let them have one at her Wedding ….  Diane+DerekFavorites-147 Diane+DerekFavorites-148Diane+DerekFavorites-30So special…. Diane+DerekFavorites-149 Diane+DerekFavorites-150 Diane+DerekFavorites-154Diane+DerekFavorites-186 Diane+DerekFavorites-151Cue the DJ!Diane+DerekFavorites-32Diane+DerekFavorites-188Diane+DerekFavorites-152 Diane+DerekFavorites-153 Diane+DerekFavorites-25Diane+DerekFavorites-155My favorite time…. Bride + Groom Portraits! Diane+DerekFavorites-158Diane+DerekFavorites-160 Diane+DerekFavorites-162Diane+DerekFavorites-33 The Pensacola Grand was filled with so many perfect places!!  Diane+DerekFavorites-163Diane+DerekFavorites-164Diane+DerekFavorites-167Diane+DerekFavorites-38Diane+DerekFavorites-166 Diane, you are radiant!Diane+DerekFavorites-171Diane+DerekFavorites-168Diane+DerekFavorites-169Diane+DerekFavorites-172 Precious!!!Diane+DerekFavorites-174Diane+DerekFavorites-173 Diane+DerekFavorites-175 Diane+DerekFavorites-177Diane+DerekFavorites-39 Diane+DerekFavorites-178Diane+DerekFavorites-180 Diane+DerekFavorites-181 Diane+DerekFavorites-182 Diane+DerekFavorites-183And of COURSE I had to snag a photo!  That cute blonde in the middle is Kristin of Grace & Serendipity!  She is SUCH a sweet friend, and so much fun to work with! Diane+DerekFavorites-185

Best wishes to you, Diane + Derek!!

xoxox

Anna Filly

VENDORS

Dress : Maggie Sottero

Florist : Just Judy’s Flowers

Invitation Suites + Paperie : Grace & Serendipity

Photography : Anna Filly Photography / Second Shooter : Reflecting Hope Photography

Ceremony Venue : St. Sylvester’s Church

Reception Venue : The Pensacola Grand Hotel

Wedding Planner : Kristen Wilson

DJ : DJ Shawn / A DJ Connection

Cake : Sherry’s Cake Shop

Catering : The Pensacola Grand Hotel

Bridesmaid Dresses : Alfred Angelo

Groomsmen Attire : Gents Formal Wear

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