October 1st, 2008
Its always fun to photograph a great celebration! Kim and Reggie’s wedding was the first time I had ever been to the Hilton in Cancun. It is a great hotel, I loved the view and the relaxing atmosphere. The wedding itself was planned to be very special. In addition to the Cancun Hilton’s dedicated wedding planner, Jessica Parra, Kim and Reggie had a great wedding coordinator who travelled with them to Mexico, Candice Smith from Something Blue Events and there seemed to be all kinds of neat details everywhere I looked and never a slow moment. The weather was kind of touch and go for a while (hurricane Gustav was passing by out at sea on its way to cause so much trouble in the US) but Kim and Reggie were able to have the ceremony as planned overlooking the Cancun ocean. Hooray!
Reggie and Kim, You were a blast to photograph I look forward to seeing you both again in November!
I have never seen a bride shed more happy tears on one day! And with very good cause. Reggie had a way of going the extra mile to give Kim the most lovely surprises, cards and speeches, thank goodness for waterproof mascara! She had finally dried her eyes from Reggie’s multiple gifts and when her mom presented Kim with mementos from her childhood, more tears!
Wow! Things were running a little late after all those tears, but I know I would not forgive myself if I didn’t push the pause button for just a moment to capture portraits of the radiant bride.
A few photographs from the ceremony…
And some happy photographs of the newly married couple.
I thought this was one of the most beautiful cakes I have seen!
A bit of reception decor in the Cancun Hilton ballroom.
Reggie and Kim’s first dance.
Reggie went after the garter and came out with this “private property” sign!
speeches…
I don’t remember what the groom was reading but I do know that more tears were the result!
Blog readers will see more of the smiling faces below very soon when I shoot their Cancun wedding in November! Thanks so much Rachel and Aaron for spreading the word!
Mexico photogrpher Elizabeth Medina specializes in wedding photography in the Riviera Maya, Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, Isla Mujeres, Guanajuato and Los Cabos.
Posted in Cancun Weddings, Destination Weddings, Locations |
September 25th, 2008
What a day! Although a storm was brewing at sea this was one of the brightest, sunniest days ever. A “little” on the warm side but very, very beautiful and so lucky to have a fun, fun couple like Betty and Chris to photograph. It struck us that Betty and Chris seemed to be such a case of opposites attract, they had such very different styles but seemed absolutely PERFECT together. What could be more fun than to capture the moments for such a magical couple?
The bride had a great time with her girls…not bridesmaids this time but the best flower girls ever! The girls were so excited to get all dressed up and accessorized and then travel to the wedding gazebo with the bride in a horse drawn carriage.
When Betty and her girls arrived at the gazebo they entered the ceremony accompanied by a full mariachi band.
The bride’s entrance, a great capture by Lindsey.
The ring bearer did a great job. he was so serious about it all, barely cracking a smile before the wedding, I love both of the guy’s expressions as the bride made her entrance.
Since Betty speaks both English and Spanish Chris had learned enough Spanish to read his vows in her language, how sweet is that?
Quiet moments after the ceremony…
Bride and groom had a private carriage ride after the ceremony.
And we were able to do some photography on the beach at dusk, fantastic.
Cancun wedding photography at the Moon Palace Resort, Cancun, Mexico by Ddestination wedding photographer Elizabeth Medina,. Elizabeth Medina is available for commission throughout the Maya Rivera, Yucatan, and Mexico.
Posted in Gazebo Weddings, Locations, Maya Riviera Weddings, Moon Palace Weddings |
September 23rd, 2008
Bobbie and Frank had a beautiful wedding! The Dream Cancun is located right in the heart of the Cancun hotel zone, in an incredible spot, the wedding gazebo actually sits on a little peninsula, surrounded by the bluest water ever. It was a very warm but beautiful clear day, perfect for the marriage of such a sweet couple.Thank you Bobbie and Frank, you are a delightful couple! I hope you enjoy your photographs as much as I have!
I loved Bobbie’s starfish theme.
A few getting ready and detail photos…
The view of the wedding gazebo set up from the tower.
I love how Lindsey composed this next one.
Bobbie, here’s palm tree…I told you it was a little “untraditional!
A relaxed portrait of the groom.
And one of the bride.
The flower girl took over the veil after the ceremony! She was so much fun the whole day!
Fortunately it cooled off after the sun went down. At this wedding absolutely everyone had a great time dancing!
Cancun photographer Elizabeth Medina specializes in wedding photojournalism in Mexico. She photographs a limited number of destination weddings in Cancun, Maya Riviera, Yucatan, Tulum, San Miguel de Allende, Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos and throughout Mexico. Visit www.elizabethmedina.com to view more of her wedding photography portfolio.
Posted in Beach Weddings, Cancun Weddings, Dreams, Gazebo Weddings, Locations |
September 9th, 2008
Kevina nd Sara were a wonderful couple to work with. Kevin had been my point of contact during the planning stages so I knew he was very enthusiastic about having great wedding photographs. He and Sarah were so patient, they really collaborated to go the extra mile for their photographs, both on the wedding day and by waking up the morning after the wedding for a sunrise trash the dress session at 6 AM on the beach in Playa del Carmen. They had some great surprises for their guests on the wedding day. Every one seemed so happy for the bride and groom, and I have absolutely never seen a happier mother of the groom as Sarah was welcomed into the family! Here are some images form the weddign day and the fabulous trash the dress session the next morning…I think it was worth the 5 am alarm clock, which is saying a lot!
A couple of images from the trash the dress photo session…the name of this fishing boat was ¨corazón¨, or ¨heart¨in Spanish.
One thing about portrait photography is knowing how to connect with subject and knowing how to pace the session for the most variety and expressions possible. During the wedding day and the trash he dress session Sarah and Kevin were such good sports and we got all kinds of photographs of the two of them but I still felt like there was something a little below the surface yet and that it would make a special photograph. When I saw the image below in my camera´s viewfinder I think I actually said ¨That´s it!¨ Just what I had been after!
The rings…
Sarah´s beautiful dress.
A few shots from the ceremony in the Gazebo at the Royal in Playa del Carmen. Happy, happy bride…
The gazebo and sand ceremony…
This one is kind of a funny moment…Only at a resort wedding would you see something like this!
One of the surprises for the wedding guests was the mariachi group.
6 AM, time to trash the dress! Sunrise in the Maya Rivera happens over the ocean.
I loved the textures in this image.
Time to trash the dress (or wash the dress) in the ocean.
Elizabeth Medina, es fotógrafa profesional de bodas. Ofrece fotografia de bodas en Mexico, en la Riviera Maya, Cancun, Playa del Carmen, isla Mujeres, Cozumel, Tulum, Yucatan, Merida, Puerto Vallarta, San Miguel de Allende, Y Los Cabos. Se especializa en bodas de destino en haciendas y playas.
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Posted in Beach Weddings, Gazebo Weddings, Locations, Playa del Carmen Weddings, Riviera maya wedding photography, The Royal Weddings, Trash the Dress Photographs |
September 4th, 2008
I get a surprising number of emails every week from destination brides and grooms asking for suggestions of locations for their weddings. I know the choices must be overwhelming, especially since there is not always the opportunity for a site visit before actually making the trip to Mexico for the wedding. When asked about Dreams Tulum I am always happy to give an enthusiastic thumbs up, especially if the crowd is a bit laid back and may be bringing children. Everyone just seems to have a great time at Dreams Tulum! This wedding certainly is a case in point, I was struck over and over as I edited all the photographs by the smiles on everyone’s face. Audra and Joe are a very active and fun couple, great to hang out with and to photograph! The ceremony was held on the beach and the dinner and dancing afterward also overlooked the ocean, in the Seaside Grill restaurant. Thank you Audra and Joe for letting us photograph your day. Best wishes to the two of you,may you continue to be blessed!
Bride and groom getting ready…
I thought this tee shirt was the best!
Audra and her team before they helped her with her final preparations.
So beautiful! I love it when there is enough time to do bridal portraits before the ceremony, they are always some of my favorites of the day.
The ceremony set up on the beach.
This is one of my favorites from the day.
In the warm weather sometimes the ring just doesn’t want to go on! iI loved Audra’s reaction!
Married!
The black and red color scheme is a bit different for a beach wedding, I thought the punchy color looked just fantastic.
Bridal party formals..
The first dance…
Not quite sure what was going on here…
Wedding photography in Mexico by professional wedding photographer Elizabeth Medina. Elizabeth Medina is a Wedding Photojournalist based in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico. She photographs weddings throughout Mexico at locations including the Maya Riviera, Yucatan haciendas, Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos y San Miguel de Allende.
Tags: Beach Weddings, Destination Weddings in Mexico, Dreams Tulum, Dreams Tulum Weddings, Mexico Weddings, professional photographer, Tulum weddings, Wedding Photojournalism
Posted in Beach Weddings, Destination Weddings, Dreams Tulum Weddings, Locations, Riviera maya wedding photography, Tulum Weddings |
August 26th, 2008
Erin and Justin were absolutely one of the nicest couples ever! I think that Erin must have a skill for choosing people to surround herself with…not only did she find her special “one and only” very early on (they have been together amazingly long for such a young couple!) They also have wonderful families and the most upbeat fun to be around bridesmaids of all time! What a pleasure to spend the day with such a beautiful coupleand in the company of a fun group like this, relaxed, having a good time and fully enjoying the gazebo wedding and beach reception at the fabulous Royal Resort in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Erin, I love thinking that as a graphic designer you will find a million ways to enjoy your photographs, thank you to you both for choosing me as the photographer for your destination wedding in Mexico!
Thanks to Lindsey for spotting the girls on their way out…they were so excited for Erin!
I thought this was a fun shot!
The walk down Playa’s 5th Avenue on the way to the wedding….
Portraits of Erin right before the ceremony…
The Gazebo at the Royal overlooks the ocean. it was such a clear day you could see Cozumel perfectly.
The groom waiting at the altar for his bride.
Erin was fortunate enough to have two arms to walk in on!
These next two images have so much of Erin and Justin’s personality, they were having such a good time, even during the ceremony.
The bright and colorful bouquet.
The beach reception site right after sunset.
Let the party start…
First dance..
The Mother son and father daughter dance
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Elizabeth Medina is a creative wedding photographer based in Mexico. She photographs weddings at the Royal Porto Real in Playa del Carmen, in the Riviera Maya and throughout Mexico. She is a member of the Wedding Photojournalist Association, WPJA.
Posted in Beach Weddings, Destination Weddings, Gazebo Weddings, Locations, Playa del Carmen Weddings, The Royal Weddings |
