Business Details
21 Years
experience
Stress-Free Beach & Sunset Weddings in Key West
Key West Casual Weddings specializes in creating stress-free, personalized wedding experiences in one of the world's most iconic destinations. Founded in 2005 by Dan Leatherman, our business combines professional photography and officiant services with deep local expertise to deliver unforgettable ceremonies. With decades of combined experience in event coordination and a passion for customer satisfaction, we focus on intimate weddings that reflect each couple's unique vision.Our team's extensive knowledge of Key West's most scenic locations, from beachfronts to historic landmarks, ensures every detail aligns with your dream celebration. We maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous engagement with local vendors and adherence to Florida's wedding regulations. Our commitment to transparency, flexible customization, and post-event support demonstrates our dedication to making your special day both memorable and seamless.
Services
Wedding Photography
Officiant Services
Beach Weddings
Sunset Weddings
Destination Weddings
Photo Albums
Ceremony Coordination
Location Recommendations
Vendor Referrals
Custom Packages
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of Key West wedding expertise with personalized service
- Customized packages to fit unique ceremony requirements and budgets
- Professional Canon photography equipment with rapid post-event delivery
- Full ownership of edited wedding photos for personal use
- Flexible cancellation policy with mandatory evacuation protection
What people say
Beautiful ceremony
Gorgeous pictures
Stress-free experience
Perfect sunset wedding
Excellent coordination
Services
Wedding Photography
Professional wedding photography using Canon 5D Mark III equipment with backup camera. Services include post-ceremony photo sessions, edited digital albums, and print ordering options. Available hourly or as part of combined packages with officiant services.
Officiant Services
Custom wedding ceremony officiation with personalized vows and legal paperwork processing. Includes location recommendations and coordination with venue requirements. Available for beach, boat, and destination weddings throughout Key West.
Beach Weddings
Specialized beach wedding coordination at Smathers Beach and other scenic locations. Includes setup recommendations, timing guidance for optimal lighting, and vendor coordination for floral arrangements and transportation.
Sunset Weddings
Twilight ceremony packages featuring sunset backdrops over the Gulf of Mexico. Includes timing coordination with photography sessions to capture golden hour lighting and post-ceremony champagne toast options.
Destination Weddings
Full-service destination wedding planning for out-of-town couples. Features location scouting, vendor network access, and customized timelines to accommodate travel logistics while ensuring legal compliance with Florida marriage regulations.
People
Dan Leatherman
Owner & Lead Photographer
Dan Leatherman has specialized in Key West weddings since 2005, combining officiant services with professional photography. With corporate finance experience and nonprofit work, he brings organizational expertise to wedding coordination. Certified in Florida marriage officiation and active in local community organizations.
Questions
Can we have a beach wedding in Key West?
Yes, we specialize in beach weddings at Smathers Beach and other scenic locations with proper permits and timing coordination.
Do we need witnesses for a Florida wedding?
No, Florida law doesn't require witnesses for marriage ceremonies.
Can we write our own vows?
Yes, we provide a ceremony framework but welcome personalized vows and special readings.
Do you offer sunset wedding packages?
Yes, we create customized sunset wedding packages with photography timed for optimal lighting conditions.
What photography equipment do you use?
We use professional Canon 5D Mark III cameras with backup equipment for all wedding sessions.
Can we get married on a boat?
Yes, we officiate and photograph weddings on private charter boats with customized packages available.
