Aubrey & Joseph’s fairytale Disney wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion
- Katelyn Pike
- Aug 26
- 6 min read
meet aubrey & Joseph
Aubrey and Joseph’s are the perfect match for a Disney wedding day. Their relationship is full of joy and connection, and their wedding was a beautiful reflection of just that.
Engagement Session
Before their magical wedding day, I had the pleasure of meeting Aubrey and Joseph and capturing their engagement session at Disney’s Grand Floridian. Despite the chillier than normal weather (for Florida), they were absolute troopers. Laughing, snuggling, and just having so much fun as our fingers turned blue - ha! The cooler weather created a soft, glowing light that made their photos even more stunning.
Rehearsal Dinner & Epcot firework Party
The night before the wedding, Aubrey and Joseph hosted an EPCOT firework dessert party rehearsal dinner that started with a couples session at the Grand Floridian, capturing a few more intimate moments before the wedding excitement. Then, we joined them at Italy Isola in EPCOT for an Italian dinner and fireworks with their closest friends and family. It was a perfect evening filled with laughter, love, and relaxed joy that set the tone for the whole wedding weekend. I just love a firework party... they have this calm feel to them that is so unique for a wedding weekend. It's a great way to be outside and connect with loved ones without the formalities of a wedding reception.
the Wedding
Aubrey and Joseph chose Disney’s Wedding Pavilion for their ceremony, located at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
The Details
Every detail of this wedding was thoughtful and timeless. Some of my favorite touches were the Walt Disney stamps and the custom dance floor sneaker. Though flat lay photos are some of my favorites because they showcase those little details, their wedding day was full of special touches and details throughout the whole day. For the ceremony, Aubrey wore a gown with delicate pearl detailing, paired with a pearled veil that was simple and elegant. I loved the special touch of Disney Celebration buttons and even their Cast Member name tags from their time in the Disney College Program. I even grabbed some time during the reception to capture a few late night flat lays of some of these fun details.
First Look
Aubrey and Joseph chose to share a first look at the fountain of Disney’s Grand Floridian, a moment that was so sweet and intimate. Joseph’s reaction to seeing Aubrey was just the sweetest and it was a quiet pause before the whirlwind of the day began. Aubrey even commented that that was the first time she saw Joe cry. And one of my favorite things about this whole moment? They decided to hold off on kissing each other for the day and wait for the first kiss as husband and wife.
Adding in the first look allowed for us to get photos with family and wedding party pre-cermony (saving time after the ceremony for couple's portraits!) Of course this time also included those iconic Grand Staircase photos in the lobby of the Grand Floridian.
Disney Wedding Pavilion ceremony
Aubrey and Joseph’s ceremony was the perfect blend of elegance, joy, and deep meaning. Their sweet (and super adorable) nephew proudly carried the rings down the aisle as the ring bearer. Rev Kev, known for his warm and engaging style, officiated a service filled with heartfelt touches. The altar was decorated with gorgeous white and blue flowers, creating a seamless backdrop against the pavilion’s colors, stained glass, and of course the gorgeous view of Cinderella Castle. One of the most moving parts of the ceremony was the unity candle, performed with their mothers using hand-painted custom candles. Probably the most gorgeous ceremony candles I've seen!
After saying “I do,” we took the newly weddings directly to Picture Pointe, including Cinderella Castle framed in the distance. (And some Raccoon friends in the trees - ha!) Then, their loved ones surrounded them with bubbles for a fun exit moment before they headed over to the convention center for Pre-Reception. Because we worked together before the wedding and built extra time into their timeline, we were able to capture an abundance of portraits in the pavilion. Creating space for photos leads to some of the best, most relaxed couple's portraits, while allowing us to take our time and set up each shot perfectly. AND they had bonus time to be able to get over to Pre-Reception with time to bustle, grab a bite to eat, and say hello to some family.
The Reception
From the moment Aubrey and Joseph entered their reception, it was clear this was going to be a celebration to remember. Their friends and family welcomed them with so much excitement, and the energy in the room was off the charts. Heartfelt speeches set the tone, followed by a delicious dinner.
During dinner, I was quietly working on a little surprise for the couple... a gift of printed instant photos from earlier in the day so they could relive some of their favorite moments right when they opened gifts!
After dinner came the traditions of father daughter and mother son dance followed by a reverse anniversary dance that filled the floor. From there, the party never slowed down. Their dance floor was one of the most packed and lively we’ve ever seen, with guests dancing for hours. Aubrey even switched into a short dancing dress! It was pure joy from start to finish, the perfect ending to their fairytale day. Of course, the night was capped off with a private last dance which was just perfect for these two to soak in the final moments together just the two of them.
As their photo and video team, one of our favorite parts of the day was watching Aubrey and Joseph pause and soak everything in. They fully embraced every moment and it was just so sweet to watch. Usually a wedding day can get lost in a bit of the hustle and bustle - but I loved how they made it intentional to stop and pause and just soak it in together.
Congratulations, Aubrey & Joseph
Congratulations, Aubrey and Joseph! It was an honor to capture such a magical celebration. Your day was a true reflection of your love, and we’re so grateful to have told your story!!
To future couples,
Aubrey and Joseph booked our Photo + Video Feature Film Collection through Honeycomb Films, which gave them the best of both worlds: timeless photography paired with a cinematic wedding film. Having both services together meant every detail of their day was covered seamlessly, from emotional vows to the dance floor energy. With us working side by side, we were able to capture their story in a way that flowed naturally. This included a team of two photographer and two videographers for the full day and a team of two at the rehearsal dinner. We also work together for months before the wedding day to make sure their timeline was seamless and captured every moment they dreamt of.
Feature Film coming soon.
If you’re planning a Disney wedding, or a multi-day wedding filled with love and intention, we’d love to help tell your story through timeless photography and film. Inquire here.
The Vendor Team
No wedding comes together without an incredible team of professionals, and Aubrey and Joseph’s day was made magical thanks to so many talented vendors:
Photography and Videography: Honeycomb Films
Venue, Planning, Floral and Catering: Disney’s Fairytale Weddings, Gloria and team
Coordinator: Fairy Godmother Wedding Coordination and Design
Officiant: Rev. Kev
Entertainment: Dj, DJ Willie Lugo. Saxophonist, Reggieonsax
Beauty: Kiss and Makeup Orlando
Dress: Vow'd Weddings
Shoes: Aldo Shoes
Flay Lay Mat: Olive and Oak
We’re so grateful to work alongside vendors who care as deeply as we do about creating experiences that are personal, seamless, and unforgettable. This really was a rockstar team!
Disney Touches
For Disney Brides looking to host similar weddings, here are a few of the Disney touches this wedding included:
VIP viewing of the EPCOT fireworks
Ceremony at Disney's Wedding Pavilion
Reception at Disney's Convention Center
Disney Gobo lighting: Happily Ever After, Fireworks, Mickey and Minnie Kissing
Honeycomb Films creates luxury wedding photo and film collections that blend timeless elegance with cinematic storytelling. If you’re looking for an experience as refined as your celebration, inquire here. We’d love to capture your story!
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