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John & Ashley

Secret Garden Ā· Lithia, Florida Ā· March 4, 2023

Every fairytale needs a Cinderella and a Prince Charming, and on March 4, 2023, John and Ashley got their happily ever after at Secret Garden in Lithia, Florida. They started as friends first, and watching that friendship turn into a marriage was something truly special.

The day was full of storybook details, a crowd of people who love them and a surprise for us: a reunion of three past Henry M Production couples on the guest list. It felt like a celebration within a celebration.

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Secret Garden, A Fairytale Wedding Venue in Lithia

Tucked away in Lithia, just southeast of Tampa, Secret Garden lives up to its name. Lush greenery, garden paths and a romantic, storybook setting make it a natural fit for a Cinderella inspired wedding, and it is an easy drive for guests coming from Tampa, Brandon and Riverview.

Friends First

John and Ashley's story did not start with a grand romance. It started with friendship, the kind built on laughs, trust and showing up for each other. That foundation was obvious all day long, in the easy way they talked, joked and looked at each other.

A Fairytale Look

Ashley was a true Cinderella, and John played the part of Prince Charming perfectly. Planning, florals and decor by Nini Massey of Beyond Floral brought the storybook vision to life, with romantic florals and elegant details at every turn. Tables and chairs from On The Move Productions completed the look.

The Ceremony in the Garden

When Ashley walked down the aisle through the garden, John's face said everything. Their vows were personal, funny and full of heart, the kind only two best friends could write for each other.

Portraits Through the Gardens

Portraits with John and Ashley felt like hanging out with friends. The garden paths and greenery gave us endless backdrops, and the fairytale styling made every frame feel cinematic.

A Reunion of Past Couples

One of our favorite parts of the night was seeing three couples we had photographed before among the guests. It was like a Henry M Production family reunion, and it meant the world to us to see so many familiar faces celebrating together.

The Reception

The cake from Central Sweet Cake and More was a showstopper, DJ Reko Rivera kept the dance floor packed and Knights Valet made arrivals and departures effortless for every guest. It was a night worthy of a royal ball.

The Vendor Team That Made It Happen

Thank you to the team behind John and Ashley's day: Secret Garden, Nini Massey, Beyond Floral for planning, florals and decor, On The Move Productions for chairs and tables, Central Sweet Cake and More for the cake, DJ Reko Rivera for the music and Knights Valet for valet service.

Why Choose Secret Garden for Your Wedding

For couples dreaming of a romantic garden wedding near Tampa, Secret Garden in Lithia offers a private, storybook setting surrounded by greenery, with plenty of space for both ceremony and reception.

Tampa Bay Wedding Photography & Videography

Henry M Production is a Tampa Bay based wedding photography and videography team covering Lithia, Brandon, Tampa and beyond. Many of our couples come to us through friends and past clients, and we love when our wedding family keeps growing.

Why John & Ashley's Wedding Will Stay With Us

A friendship that became a fairytale and a room full of familiar faces. John and Ashley's wedding felt like coming home.

This is just a peek. There is so much more coming.

Congratulations, John & Ashley

Thank you, John and Ashley, for trusting Henry M Production with your photos and video.

Wishing you a lifetime of happiness, adventure and love together. Congratulations, John and Ashley, and happily ever after.

Vendor Team

  • Venue: Secret Garden, Lithia
  • Photo Ā· Video: Henry M Production
  • Planner Ā· Florist Ā· Decor: Nini Massey, Beyond Floral
  • Chairs & Tables: On The Move Productions
  • Cake: Central Sweet Cake and More
  • DJ: Reko Rivera
  • Valet: Knights Valet

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