Samantha and Matthew exchange vows before an officiant in a garden courtyard surrounded by hanging moss and blooming flowers.
July 14, 2026

Elopement Highlight

Samantha & Matthew’s Elopement

Washington Oaks Gardens State Park

Samantha and Matthew said their vows in the gardens at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, surrounded by red geraniums and Spanish moss with a small group of family looking on. Matthew wore a tan suit with a sage bowtie, and Samantha carried a bouquet of white roses and eucalyptus made by Jill. After the ceremony, we headed down the shaded paths for portraits, including a stop under one of the park's big moss-draped oaks. Their two dogs joined the walk and led the way down the trail, and we wrapped up with a few family portraits.

Rob and Jill Futrell, St. Augustine photographers
Rob & Jill

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