Wedding at Temple Beth Torah Benny Rok Aventura | Stephanie + Max

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Jul 21

bride and groom holding hands on their way off in a white trolly to their wedding location.

Let me introduce you to Stephanie and Max. They met in 2014 during their junior year of university in New Orleans. After graduating they actually broke up and moved to different cities, but fate had other plans for them when they found their way back to each other! In 2021, Max, being adventurous, planned a surprise trip to go back to the city where they met, New Orleans. During their first day on a walk through a gorgeous sculpture garden, they stopped in front of huge oak trees where Max proposed! Fast forward to May 22 of 2022 at Temple Beth Torah Benny Rok in Miami, FL when they said “I do”.

bride holding her white rose bouquet of flowers showing her white painted nails, wedding ring, and charm of jewish scrolls.

the brides gorgeous white wedding dress is a floor length garment displayed on a hanger prior to getting ready for her special day

Wedding at Temple Beth Torah Benny Rok Aventura where the bride and groom are yet to arrive. The lighting is ethereal and pictured you can see the chuppah

the traditional challah bread is displayed on top of a vintage white table where it will be blessed at the reception.

the groom's essentials for their special day laid out perfectly. Their special day essentials include their bowtie, shoes, watch, cufflinks, and most importantly their Judaic yamurkle/kippah

a traditional hebrew kosher meal served at the reception

the wedding ring and wedding band that the bride will be wearing are displayed beautifully in an emerald green box with an embossed "S". The gold bands and oval shaped diamond ring are a girl's best friend.

Take a look at the airy and exquisite lighting within the Temple Beth Torah Benny Rok Aventura synagogue. It’s a location that takes pride in Jewish tradition, community and education. The synagogue offers a beautiful space that fits 500 people with a massive ballroom and great kosher meals. Stephanie and Max prepared for their special day at the synagogue bringing the essentials!

the bride and her seven bridesmaids in their "getting ready" black and white robes sitting in their hotel room.

the bride being zipped up in her white wedding dress. She is being helped by her mother and mother-in-law.

the groom is smiling showing his father the entire outfit. He is filled with content over his tropical suit lining giving the overall look a personal touch.

the groomsmen share a toast to the groom on his special day before the ceremony

the groom hands out personalized leather bags as a gift to his groomsmen

Don’t the bride and her tribe look beautiful? Let’s also hear it for the handsome groomsmen! They were all so much fun to photograph in their preparation for the big day. You can hear the “Woot! Woo” come from both rooms out of excitement. Stephanie and Max, along with their bridesmaids and groomsmen, are ready for the special day while giving off elegant rager chic looks.

the bride approaches the groom in a first look. the excitement on both of their faces in anticipation is priceless.

at a gorgeous miami ocean front resort, the bride approaches the groom for a first look

the bride and groom are beyond happy to see each other dressed for their wedding

the groom reads his vows to his bride at the miami ocean front resort

Before heading to the synagogue, Max got his first look at his stunning bride at Marenas Beach Resort. The resort overlooks the ocean and is one of my happy sunny spots to photograph as a Miami photographer. The chemistry between Stephanie and Max is all fun and intimate. At the Miami beachfront resort, Stephanie and Max were able to share their vows together. They did not stop smiling the entire time which made it even more of a pleasure to photograph.

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Ceremony at Temple Beth Torah Benny Rok Aventura

Stephanie and Max stood under their chuppah garnished by beautiful white orchids. I couldn’t think of anything more gorgeous to symbolize the home they will build together. Temple Beth Torah Benny Rok Aventura synagogue had some airy and exquisite lighting. As the ceremony was coming to an end, Max was invited in breaking the glass which had their entire family and friends shouting “Mozel tov!”.

After a day full of joy, devotion, and smiles, Stephanie and Max have their first dance together as newlyweds. The clear enjoyment they are having sharing their first dance fills my heart up. From the toasts to the hora, everything was elegant and fun! I made my departure as the bride and groom danced into the night with their closest family and friends.

Thank you Stephanie and Max for picking me to be a part of this magnificent chapter in your love story together. I wish you both all the happiness as you move forward in building your lives together. Congratulations, mozel tov!

If you’re interested in seeing more beautiful moments I’ve captured as a Miami photographer, head to my Instagram. Get in touch to be a part of the family to have your love story told by me!

Other vendors that assisted in creating this love story are: Gina Marie in weddings and events, Bellelite for makeup and hair, floral arrangements by Miami Wedding Florals, music/band by Xentric Entertainment, furniture rentals by Cache Tents and Events, kosher catering by Executive Caterers, neon sign by Elfren at Event Signs and Props, white trolly by Miami White Trolly,