I’m so excited to finally share Colleen and Martin’s Winter Park rose garden engagement session! Our photographer Gabby spent the evening with them on Park Avenue, and honestly, these two made it look so easy. Since they met right here at UCF, staying close to home just felt right.
Their story is the cutest, too. A friend set them up, and they met on Colleen’s 21st birthday while they were both still in school. Then, after seven years together, Martin finally popped the question in December 2025.
Golden hour, AVA and a Winter Park rose garden engagement
First, Gabby met them on Park Avenue right as the light turned golden. Colleen wore the prettiest pleated white mini dress with ruffles, and Martin kept it classic in a black suit. Next, they ducked inside AVA for a few shots by the arched bar and all that pink bougainvillea.
After that, they headed over to the rose garden in Central Park. Between the pink and yellow roses, the white pergola and the heron fountain, this Winter Park rose garden engagement felt so romantic. It’s easily one of my favorite spots in town! Later, they strolled down the brick streets hand in hand. Finally, they wrapped up the night with a game of chess and a sweet kiss in a coral booth.
Next stop, the JW Marriott
Colleen and Martin are getting married on April 24, 2027 at the JW Marriott in Orlando, and Christy from Anna Christine Events is planning it all. Because they want to actually hang out with their guests at cocktail hour, they’re doing a first look. They’re also writing their own vows, so I’m already packing tissues. Plus, the reception is a big deal for Martin, so the party is going until midnight! If you want a peek at what’s ahead, check out this black tie JW Marriott wedding in Orlando.
Colleen and Martin, thank you for trusting our team with your Winter Park rose garden engagement. We can’t wait for April!
