Top Tampa Engagement Photo Locations: The Oxford Exchange and Tampa Courthouse with Karin and Marco

Written By Sarah Cebulski

A Memorable Session in Tampa: Karin and Marco’s Dream Engagement Shoot

Traveling to Tampa, Florida, for the first time was an exciting opportunity, but meeting Karin and Marco for their engagement session turned it into an unforgettable experience. Karin’s impeccable organization and detailed planning made the day seamless, allowing us to capture their love story in some of Tampa’s most stunning locations.

Exploring The Oxford Exchange: A Top Tampa Wedding Venue

Our day began at The Oxford Exchange, one of the most stunning venues in Tampa for engagement photos and weddings. Karin and Marco greeted us with warm smiles and coffee in hand as we embarked on their engagement session. This iconic spot, blending a bookstore, coffee shop, and restaurant, provided the perfect backdrop for their photos.

The Oxford Exchange is renowned for its grand atrium staircase adorned with a wall of portraits that evoke the charm of a British manor. Each portrait was thoughtfully selected, adding a unique character to the space. The gorgeous marble floors, tall ceilings, and skylights create an ambiance that’s both elegant and inviting. The dark walls provide a striking contrast that enhances the natural light flooding through the skylights.

For this session, we used direct flash photography to create an editorial and dramatic look. The bold lighting added a striking contrast and highlighted Karin and Marco's expressions beautifully, giving their photos an elegant and fashionable edge.

Embracing Tampa’s Historical Charm: University of Tampa and Tampa Theater

After our visit to The Oxford Exchange, we ventured to the University of Tampa downtown. The historic architecture provided a stunning backdrop, allowing us to capture the essence of Tampa’s rich history. We made a quick stop at the Tampa Theatre, an iconic location that added a touch of cinematic flair to our session.

The walk from the theater to the courthouse was filled with candid moments that I absolutely adore. There’s something magical about capturing unposed, natural interactions. The spontaneous laughter and intimate glances make for some of the most cherished photos.

Capturing Timeless Moments at Tampa Courthouse

Next on our list was the Tampa Courthouse, a location that never fails to impress. The columns and intricate architectural details complemented Karin and Marco beautifully. Here, I decided to break out the polaroid camera for a few shots, capturing the timeless elegance of the space in a classic format. The courthouse’s grandeur and historical significance provided a majestic setting for their photos, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the results.

The Tampa Courthouse is a favorite location of mine, and it’s easy to see why. Its stunning architecture and the timeless feel it imparts make it a perfect venue for engagement photos. I’m eagerly looking forward to future opportunities to shoot here again, as it consistently provides a breathtaking backdrop.

Celebrating with a Rooftop View: The Perfect End to a Tampa Engagement Session

Our session concluded with a rooftop shoot on a parking garage, offering a panoramic view of Tampa’s cityscape. Karin and Marco changed into a chic outfit, adding a touch of elegance to the urban setting. To celebrate the end of their engagement shoot, they popped a bottle of champagne and brought out a cake with their wedding date inscribed.

The wind, which was unexpectedly strong that day, added a magical touch to their photos. The short veil billowed effortlessly, adding a sense of movement and grace to the images. The chic glasses and celebratory atmosphere made this final segment of the shoot truly special. It was a perfect end to a day filled with love, laughter, and beautiful moments.

Contact Us for Your Tampa Engagement Session

Are you planning your engagement session in Tampa? Contact us to book your spot and capture your love story at these beautiful locations!!

Karin and Marco pose on the grand atrium staircase at the Oxford Exchange in Tampa, showcasing elegant marble floors and tall ceilings.
Karin and Marco pose on the grand atrium staircase at the Oxford Exchange in Tampa, showcasing elegant marble floors and tall ceilings.
Karin and Marco pose on the staircase at the oxford exchange venue in Tampa Florida with picture frames behind them.
Karin and Marco with dramatic direct flash lighting at the Oxford Exchange, creating an editorial and stylish look
Karin and Marco posing on the staircase of Oxford Exchange while looking at eachother on the staircase with direct flash photography
Karin and Marco sit at bar of Oxford Exchange in Tampa looking back at the camera with coffee cups in hand.
Karin and Marco's coffee cups at The Oxford Exchange with a focus on Karin's engagement ring.
Karin and Marco sit on the staircase of The University of Tampa smiling at the camera.
Karin and Marco pose on staircase of University of Tampa looking into each others eyes.
Karin and Marco walking hand in hand in front of the historic architecture of the University of Tampa
Karin and Marco framed by the historic architecture of the University of Tampa, capturing the essence of the city's rich history
Karin and Marco walking from the Tampa Theatre to the courthouse, sharing spontaneous laughter and intimate glance
Karin and Marco walking hand in hand smiling at the camera on the way to the Tampa Theatre
Marco kissing the top of Karin's head in front of the Tampa Theatre
Tampa theatre sign from Karin and Marco's engagement shoot there.
Blurry photo to showcase movement of Karin and Marco walking in front of the Tampa theatre for engagement photos
Karin smiling at camera while walking hand in hand with Marco across a cross walk.
Black and white photo of Karin and Marco holding hands crossing the streets of Tampa.
Karin looking back at camera smiling while walking hand in hand with Marco
Marco wrapping his arms around Karin outside City Hall in Tampa for their engagement photos.
Karin and Marco wrapped up in each others arms while looking at eachother lovingly in front of the Tampa courthouse.
Karin and Marco looking lovingly into eachothers eyes while seated on the stairs of the Tampa courthouse.
Close up photo of Karin and Marco's engagement and wedding bands.
Karin and Marco hand in hand walking down the steps of Tampa city hall for their engagement photos
Karin and Marco looking at each other while climbing the steps of city hall in Tampa.
Karin and Marco walking down the steps of the tampa courthouse for their engagement photos
Karin embracing Marco in between columns at the tampa courthouse
Marco lifting Karin up in between the columns out front of the tampa courthouse.
Marco kissing Karin's shoulder outside of tampa courthouse
Close up of Karin and Marco's outfits for their engagement shoot in Tampa
Karin and Marco pop a bottle of champagne on a rooftop in Tampa, with the city skyline in the background
Karin and Marco posing forehead to forehead on top of parking garage in downtown Tampa while Karin's veil blows.
Karin smiling at the camera on top of parking garage rooftop in downtown Tampa for engagement photos
Karin's veil blowing in the wind on top of Tampa parking garage rooftop while looking out at the city skyline.
Karin’s veil billows in the wind on a parking garage rooftop, adding movement and grace to the photo
Black and white photo of Karin moving hair out of face blown by the wind on top of parking garage rooftop in Tampa
Karin and Marco seated pouring champagne into champagne flutes with stylish sunglasses
Karin and Marco seated on parking garage floor with a focus on a cake with their wedding date October 20, 2024 on it.
Sarah Cebulski
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