PhotoShoots Vallarta Wedding Photography Reviews

Dear Future Brides,

Let me start off with a recap of my wedding. It took place on July 9th, 2011 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico at the Dreams Hotel Puerto Vallarta.  It was a blast!!!!!!  We had 40 of our closest friends and family and they had the time of their lives!!!  We are from Austin, Texas and had never been to PV before.

Thankfully our wedding turned out wonderful, but I have to admit I planned the entire thing myself and it was NOT easy. Very stressful, but we will skip that part.

 I did not meet Photoshoots Vallarta before the wedding or visit my location before hand, but I was very very pleasantly surprised with Eva Sica and Pierre! Our personalities really meshed  well. In my opinion it is very important to get along and feel comfortable with your photographers, especially on the day of your wedding:) 

Their communication was GREAT! I have to admit it was very hard contacting any photographers in PV and getting a good response. I didn't decide on PhotoShoots Vallarta overnight. I did my research day after day. Pierre was great in following up with me which ultimately lead to me booking with him. (Many Many emails)

Eva and Pierre were kind enough to meet with us before the wedding to get to know us, it was great to finally meet them and it put my mind at ease.

They day of the wedding Eva and Pierre showed up right on time and got to work. I didn't have to run around looking for them as they were very familiar with my location. They just showed up right at my hotel door:)

I loved the fact that they were able to give my bridesmaids and myself some direction with posing, but not too much direction.  They were able to pull great candid shots out of my father, who is very reserved most of the time.  I've had photographers in the past who gave no direction and it was an awkward mess.

They wore very professional dress for the wedding. No jeans etc.  

They stayed until the very end!! I had multiple guests comment on how Eva "worked it" she was all over the place. On top of counters on the group etc! She didn't stay in one spot. She really gave it her all and got a lot of great shots.. I felt comfortable asking her to take certain pictures, and she was very pleasant to work with:)

THE BEST PART:

By far our trash the dress session was the best! I highly recommend a TTD shoot. Pierre provided great transportation to and from our hotel. He made it very easy for us.  I love the ocean and Trey and I wanted to do something adventurous so we took a boat ride! We got alot of great pictures on the boat, in the water, on the beach! 

Although we were tired from a long week of wedding festivities, I am very glad we decided to get dressed up one last time for the TTD. Eva and Pierre were very encouraging and hung in there right with us. It was almost like a private tour of PV. Eva and Pierre knew the local spots very well and we felt very comfortable having them as our "guide" so to say.

For the most part I would say that Phootshoots lived up to or passed my expectations especially for a vendor that I've never met before. 

My only con:

 I did make final payment in cash on the day of the wedding, which is understandable especially considering the foreign transactions. For peace of mind, I would have prefered to pay by credit card, check, or paypal but all turn out well. For the price I felt we receive great sevice and great photos!

Their work speaks for itself. Their pictures are obviously beautiful!  Great photographers!

PhotoShoots Vallarta were amazing.  They were on top of everything from beginning to end and always went the extra mile to get a good shot.  The photos turned out amazing and they make it so easy by allowing us to download them upon completion.  They were a true pleasure to work with!!!

My wife and I got married on April 21st in Puerto Vallarta and had the pleasure of working with Eva from Photoshoots Vallarta.

Going into the photography process of the wedding - I was a little uneasy. I am an Art Director and was very picky about the type of photographer we wanted to work with. From my experience with a lot of American wedding photographers at my friends' weddings, many usually look at wedding photography as a chore to pay the bills and aren't as passionate.

That was the exact opposite experience we had with Eva. After looking at her great work for Editorial and Fashion, it was a no-brainer that we wanted to work with her. But then we got to meet her, and her warm personality won us over completely.

Aside from her talent, and uncanny ability to capture key moments in an organic way, she was so nice and fun to be around. She is super positive and easy-going on a day that can be very stressful. She loved being a part of such a special day and we liked having her there. Having her around put us all at ease and the end result was the best set of pictures we've ever had. 

It was absolutely worth the money...Eva went above and beyond the contract every step of the way and Pierre was very easy to communicate with.

The day was better than perfect and we couldn't have asked for a better photographer and photography vender.

- Geno and Susan Burmester

I was married in January 2010 in Bucerias, Mexico.  I was referred to PhotoShoots Vallarta by my wedding planner.  I entrusted in her and she sent me the link to their website.  Right away I liked their work, so I decided to go with them.  I met Eva at the wedding site the day of the wedding and she was wonderful. They worked very hard for us and took absolutely beautiful photos.

She sent me a link after the wedding with all the gorgeous photos that she took so this was very easy to print them as I wanted and to give to family members to print their own.

The team at PhotoShoots Vallarta goes above and beyond to capture your special day. You can feel at ease knowing that your wedding photos will be just "perfect"

      It’s always intimidating hiring someone whom you’ve never met through the internet, especially when it’s for the ever important task of capturing your most special day. The moment we finally met Eva and Pierre in person however we were instantly relieved and knew we had chosen the right photographers. The calming, and positive aura they radiate was the first thing we noticed. At our meeting we simply explained that we wanted candid shots – as we are not a huge fans of posed, formal photos. And we also asked that she not only concentrate on us, but also on our guests and surroundings.   

     Eva took many breathtaking shots, but what we love most about her photos is the subtlety with which she captures the stories surrounding the moment, and the emotion is so many faces. Each time we look at the photos we’re taken aback at how many details we missed the first or second time through them. She truly has an artistic eye, and we are so grateful for all the memories she has helped us capture.  I really can’t say enough about her relaxed and reassuring demeanour, she and Pierre work through a crowd in such a subtle and gentle way, you’d almost not even know they were there.

       We would without hesitation recommend Eva and Pierre for any form of photography in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. They have far exceeded our expectations, we wish them the best in all their future endeavours, and we hope to cross paths with them again one day so they can perhaps help capture more precious moments in chapters to come.

         Sent with much gratitude,

          Angie and Scott Smith

It was a daunting task finding a photographer in PV Mexico all the way from Canada but once I saw Eva and Pierres photos I knew I had found my match.

Pierre was great at answering all my questions and emails fast and even answering questions that werent photography related :)

The day of the wedding Eva and Pierre were right on time and came right to my hotel room to start taking pictures of us all getting ready. Once I saw them start working I knew I was going to LOVE my pictures ! They work in such harmony and have the most amazing eye for details. They were both very easy to talk to and made all my family and guests feel at ease.

During the ceremony they were great ! I love how they were NOT invasive and I didnt really even notice they were there taking pictures. We had a great time doing our beach and garden photography. We were free to do whatever we wanted and with a little direction they captured our personalities and spirits without being "posed".

As promised our images were ready by the time we got home, edited and beautiful ! My guests all raved about how nice they were and how they included and engaged with all the guests.

All in all, they managed to capture the spirit and memory of our wedding day perfectly. Im so happy with our pictures I wouldnt wish for anything different :)

We recently got married in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico at Dreams Resort and Spa. We had an amazing time and Eva and Pierre made it all the more wonderful. They greeted me at my door around 12:00 in the afternoon for the before pictures and worked nonstop until 12:00 that evening. They were so helpful. Eva even brought a bottle of water for me to the church and offered it to me during the ceremony when it became a little too hot.

They had three people working that day and they thought of shots, I would never have imagined that worked really well. I love how their pictures really told the story of the day. The quality of the photos were amazing as well. We were very fortunate to have them.  I certainly recommend them to do your wedding. You'll be very pleased!

I was married 2 weekends ago at the Garza Blanca Hotel in Puerto Vallarta and was lucky enough to have been introduced to PhotoShoots Vallarta by our wedding coordinator. We hosted 2 events that weekend for 120 people and had their photo team for both events. We received all our photos quickly after our amazing weeding weekend and was able to relive it all again through our photos. 

Eva and Pierre are both so friendly and easy to work with. From a business perspective I found them very affordable and also quick to respond to an email with any questions. They had no problem taking extra time to meet us the day before our events and were always on time.

Their work is second to none!!!! The quality and artistry is top notch!!! They really did a great job capturing the moment. They managed to take shots from every angle possible, before ,during and after events. I couldn't be happier!!!!

Heather and Jamison

My work is related to photography – I have worked as a model and now I coordinate fashion photo-shoots. I love and hate photography in the same time - it is my passion and routine.
My wedding was small (35 people), but in the same time too many guests are related with video and photography. I was afraid that my special day can be stolen by photographers (and even my mom!) who will haunt to get the best shots. I decided to ask all my guests to leave their cameras at home and not to shoot even with the smart-phones. I told them – I will have a professional photographer who will take the pictures and I shall provide ALL my wedding guests with the link with high resolution pictures without any usage restrictions within a week.
I met Eva and told her - I don't want to feel that my wedding day is all about photography and in the same time I want to have beautiful candid shots with all my wedding guests. Eva arrived in the morning of my wedding day while I was getting ready. She worked very quietly and was very helpful. She worked all the day, but never distracted us from the main event. She took many beautiful pictures of our daughter, and even my husband did not feel molested.
Our ceremony was held in a small church. I was happy that all my wedding guests paid attention to the ceremony and Eva quietly did her job with a zoom-lens. I was afraid that after the ceremony we will be stuck with the group pictures. I wanted to start the party. But because of Eva's organizational talent and lack of other photographers we did all the group pictures within 15 minutes!
I was so happy in my wedding day, I even can not remember details from which it consisted. Now I have my wedding photos that cover all the day, even the moments I did not see myself. All my wedding guests were happy about this unusual turn – they thanked me they could enjoy my wedding day without being distracted with the duty to take and publish the photos.

My wedding photos are fabulous! Each day I love them more and more. I can not thank you enough Eva!

Our wedding took place December 30, 2011 at Las Caletas.

My husband and I spent much time researching photographers with experience in the Puerto Vallarta area. We found ourselves feeling overwhelmed with this decision so we narrowed it down to three of our favorites, sent them all emails, and asked my Dad for his opinion. The decision to go with PhotoShoots Vallarta came quite easily to us as my Dad emailed us and told us that he loved the style of photography that these photographers were able to capture in their images. This was an amazing complement as my Dad is often a harsh critic of art. He expressed that their work is timeless and that we would be able to cherish these photographs forever. Our decision was reinforced when Pierre emailed us back. He was the first of the photographers to email us and his responses instilled confidence in our decision. I was blown away by the level of communication Pierre presented. Most often, he responded to our emails within the same day that we had written to him. In a few instances I found myself emailing Pierre with concerns that I had about our wedding day. He always replied with friendly responses and I felt much more at ease after reading them.

We met Eva and Pierre the day of our wedding. My Mom, Maid of Honor and I traveled to Las Caletas in the morning to relax and enjoy the amenities Las Caletas had to offer. Eva met us there around lunch time and we discussed wedding day photography and what sort of images we would like captured during our day. She is a very warm and friendly person and she fit in perfectly with our group. Throughout the day Eva was extremely helpful and went above and beyond her role as a photographer. She would do thoughtful things such as help the ladies when they were having problems with my dress, and ask our wedding planner to get me coffee when I was feeling tired. Eva even managed to make a remarkable impression on my Mom. This is quite the amazing feat as she is not easily impressed, is quite picky, and always has the “best” of everything. Somehow Eva did all of this and was able to produce amazing images that captured the essence of our day, images bring tears to our eyes each time we view them. Billy (my husband) met Pierre as they were traveling to Las Caletas. He expressed that Pierre was genuinely friendly and fit well with our group.

During our ceremony and throughout the night Eva and Pierre did an exceptional job of capturing images without being intrusive. We arranged to meet the following morning for our trash the dress session. We thought that it was extremely thoughtful of Pierre to pick us up from our resort and take us to Bucerias (located 40 minutes away). We had a lot of fun during our session in Bucerias and Eva and Pierre did a wonderful job of helping us stay positive as we were not feeling at our best during this shoot. We met again for yet another photo shoot later during the week. This photo shoot involved photos on a pink scooter, a trip downtown, a trip to the beach, and eating at a taco stand. We had a lot of fun with Eva and Pierre and they are truly up for anything!

We received our images in a timely manner and they are absolutely breathtaking. The web page that Eva and Pierre use to host their images is simple to use and it worked flawlessly for us. We have shared our photos with many members of our family and friends and they have relayed nothing but positive comments to us. My Dad sent me an email after he had viewed the images and he stated “they did a spectacular job: I have never seen photographers work so hard over such a long period of time: they were really quite remarkable”.

We are extremely satisfied with PhotoShoots Vallarta. Eva and Pierre are truly remarkable photographers. In addition to this, they are also immensely kind people who will go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and to get the perfect photograph. Many thanks Eva and Pierre!

We got married on Dec 10, 2011 and decided to go with Vallarta Photoshoots about 3 months prior to the wedding. Pierre was always very helpful, easily accessible and answered all of our questions and concerns usually within 24 hours.  The day of the wedding Eva was prompt, professional, and literally EVERYWHERE without ever feeling underfoot.  She was truly amazing...ninja-like almost!  She truly showed a dedication to her art, but without making the people feel like "subjects", but rather capturing the moment and the people as they were enjoying the wedding and reception, rather than staging everything to make it "studio perfect".  We loved the natural feel of it, the raw emotions and the sheer fun of it all captured on film.  By far the trash the dress session the next day was the most fun we have had in a long time.  Eva and Christian worked with us to have fun and just go with the flow and see what could come of us being together, and the outcome was a comfort level shared by all...which we saw in those gorgeous photos!  We couldn't be happier with the photos, and are thrilled that our memories will live on in these sessions thanks to Eva, Christian and Pierre.  Thank you guys!!!

Diana and Luis

I must start by saying that I love photography, as long as I´m not in the pictures ... which, for a bride to be, is a little challenging! That’s why when I started planning my wedding, the only thing that was crystal clear was that I had to find the right person to tell our story.

When we chose to get married in the Riviera Nayarit we knew that the best option for us was to hire photographers who knew the area. That’s when Pierre Morillon and Eva Sica made us an offer that became a real option as soon we saw their work.

They offered a complete service of great quality. However, what really helped us choose them was that we loved the way they tell stories through their art.

Pierre was great to be in contact with. We exchanged many emails. It was very important for me to feel that they Heard and understood my hopes and concerns.

We agreed to have an engagement session prior to the wedding. It would allow us to meet Eva and Pierre and talk about the specifics of our wedding day. What I liked from the beginning was their cool and relaxed attitude. The questions they asked regarding our desires and the wedding details were of great help. I realized I had forgotten to think about important things such as the time I would like them to arrive and what we would really like for our pictures…

Eva even asked for the color of the event to choose a proper dress and mesh with the rest of the guests, which I thought was a tasteful detail.

The engagement session was a delight in the middle of all the planning stress. We had lots of fun and they guided us in a very light way. The result was amazing; I could hardly wait to see the wedding photos.

We decided to print some of the pictures they just took to welcome our guests. It was beautiful.

The day came and Eva was my companion at all times. Her eyes always watching over me, made me feel ... very comfortable and cared for. Since their arrival (which was very punctual), I knew they were there, capturing a bit of the insanity, nervousness, tenderness, adventure and Love.

They never lost sight of us and worked flawlessly until the last second, keeping a friendly smile and a great attitude.

We are very pleased with the results. The pictures are beautiful, natural, showing the reality with a hint of magic, that only an artist can capture in the everyday things.

Thank you for such a wonderful gift!

My Husband and I were married October 27, 2011 in Sayulita, Mexico.  Eva was recommended to me by my wedding planner, along with several other photographers, but I chose her after seeing her work.  We had 40 guests and every one of them was blown away by the wedding photos.  Eva really captures the most important moments in such a unique way and we barely knew she was there.  She was also great at capturing the beautiful surroundings and details of the tables and flowers and all of those things brides slave over for so long.  It is great to have beautiful pictures of not only you and your groom but of all your hard work!  

Pierre is very responsive and we had our photos within a week. He sent me a link to all of my photos and we were able to download them and print them with all usage rights.   I could not be happier with the pictures and would recommend them to anyone who is looking for really upscale photography.

Thank you Eva and Pierre!!

Where do I even start!!!! Pierre actually contacted me on this forum, sure took the work out of finding a photographer for me ;) Pierre has been amazing from our first contact, getting back to me same day, most times same hour.

I met with Pierre a few days before our wedding, he came to our resort and sat down with me to talk about the kind of photos and what not I was expecting. I never had a photo shot list, but they got everything that would have been on it.

The day of the wedding Eva and Pierre road over on the catamaran with our guests to Las Caletas and started taking photos immediately. Once over at LC Eva came up to the bridal Casita to take some photos of me and my ladies getting ready and then headed to go the same with the guys.

All of my guests were amazed at the different shots and how "all over the place" they were while taking photos all night. All and all my husband and I love Eva and Pierre and they did way more than we could have asked for. We have the best memories through photos because of PhotoShoot Vallarta. Thank you again and again Pierre and Eva!!!! 100%

My husband and I were married on 11.11.11 at Dreams Villamagna, Nuevo Vallarta. We had 40 guests accompany us on the day of our wedding. Photography was one of the most important aspects of my wedding to me, as it holds your everylasting memories. I spent many weeks researching various photographers in the PV area and really liked the value and artistic style of Eva and Pierre. I like that they had a speedy response to my initial inquiries, an provided me with lots of information.

I booked them a year in advance to ensure that they would be available on my wedding date, knowing that it would be a popular one. Pierre always responded to my emails within 24 hrs, and was very very helpful. I am naturally pretty high strung, and I must say that they kept my mind at ease throughout the entire process. The week of my wedding, both Eva and Pierre came to my resort to introduce themselves and get to know us as a couple a little bit better. I initially had a very extensive list of shots I wanted taken the day of the wedding, but decided to leave it to the experts. I must say that I am very glad I did! I can honestly say that they captured every shot on my list adn then some.

On the day of the wedding they showed up on time and looking professional. They were able to capture the emotions of the day as well as the small details that made our day unique. Throughout the entire day I felt that they were not in the way. I hate nothing more than going to a wedding where you cannot see anything because the photographers are in the way. I must say this was not the case with Eva and Pierre. They do manage to capture great shots without blocking everyones view. They stayed right until the very end of the night and provided us with a few directions on how to capture our fireworks display. 

My husband and I, along with our family and friends, were very impressed with the final pictures. They are extremely vivid, artistic, and everything I asked for! This company has a great value for their exceptional services and I would recommend them to anyone looking for a photographer in the PV area. 

La Tonya & Mark

We had Toms and Eva capture our wedding on 11/26/11 and we can't be happier with our photos!  From the beginning everyone has been a pleasure to work with.  I worked out most of the details with Pierre who answered all of my questions and was quick to respond to any inquiries.  It was a difficult task finding a photographer for a destination wedding but reading brides reviews on destination websites led me to them.  Although I hired them well in advance, I was able to email them with any questions.  Pierre emailed me shortly before the wedding to ask what time I would like Toms and Eva to arrive.  They came a few hours early and shot pictures of all the details such as my reception setup, dress, jewelry, hair, makeup, etc.  It was a hectic time because we were running behind... as I anticipate most brides do!  You hardly knew they were around because they worked around us so well.  We hired two photographers which was ideal because Eva stayed and shot while I slipped into my dress, while Toms shot the men getting ready.  I had asked that they get plenty of photos of my guests at the reception and they did an awesome job!  Several guests approached us before the reception was over to let us know they were so excited to see the pictures because Toms and Eva never stopped shooting the entire day.  They honestly never stopped and were always around when we wanted an photo taken.  It was awesome to get the photos within a few days of returning home and seeing how they were able to capture all the things we wanted and would have missed had they not focused on our guests as we had asked!  Thank you, Toms, Eva, and Pierre!

I booked Photo Shoots Vallarta for my August 2nd wedding at the Westin Puerto Vallarta.  They were awesome to work with!  I had started coordinating with another photographer via email and it was difficult.  I had some requests that were not included in the other photographer's package and it was not easy to get him to include them.  I decided to look for another photographer and emailed Photo Shoots Vallarta.  Pierre contacted me right away and was so nice to work with.  None of my requests were a problem for him and he happily accommodated all that I asked for.  He kept in contact with me for several months leading up to the wedding.  As a bride planning a wedding over the internet, this was extremely helpful and reassuring. 

When my husband and I arrived in PV, Pierre met us at the hotel to meet in person and discuss details.  The day of the wedding he showed up with another photographer early.  They handled everything perfectly.  They got all the shots I wanted and many, many more.  They took the time and the initiative to learn a little about our family and guests and then shot them being themselves.  For instance, our son is 7 and can't stand still for a minute.  They took several shots of him jumping, flapping his arms and being himself.  Another example is our sister, a wedding photographer also.  She mentioned to them when they first met that she was a photographer.  They got the most amazing shot of her taking a photo of our son.  It was great! 

We have the photos we asked for and so many more that capture the many details of the day, naturally.  We can look back through the photos and see our wedding day exactly as it was; not a perfect day full of fake poses, but a real celebration of our love for each other with our closest family and friends.  

Our wedding took place in the Bontanical gardens of Puerto Vallarta and Pierre and Eva did a beautiful job capturing the vibrant colors and energy of this magical place.  Their service was top-notch from the beginning, responding to each email within 24 hours and referring my bridesmaids and me to their very capable hair and make-up team. 

 The only thing I wish is that I had thought more about the portrait photos I wanted with my family, friends etc. beforehand so as not to waste time thinking about it in the heat of the moment.  Eva and Pierre were helpful with most photo set-ups, but at times their direction was minimal (I think this is how they get "authentic" looking shots),  and the result of this was occassions when I felt at a loss or too busy to suggest what to take next. We lost precious photo time while they asked what I would like taken next and I often answered..I'm not sure.  

Despite that, they took beautiful pictures with which both my husband and I are very satisfied.  We received the digital link in a short week and we and all our guests have been enjoying them ever since. I high recommend their services--this was a great choice for our destination wedding--In addition to the wonderful photos, the prompt email communication was especially valuable and appreciate ¡Gracias Eva y Pierre!

Eva Sica has an artistic eye,  she has an ability to capture spontaneity in an photo image, she knows how to capture images in which she makes it possible for the viewer to read into the dialog and thoughts of those being photographed.

We where amazed how beatiful our wedding photographs came out . We trusted Eva Sica photos for our wedding and are thruly thankfull for such a magnificent job!

We highly recommend for youre unique event. No doubt the best photographer in Puerto Vallarta.

Thank you Eva!

Yunuen & Xavier

Eva photographed our wedding in Puerto Vallarta in May 2010 but we used her again when we were in town a few weeks ago with our new baby in a family shoot. Both were incredible! Friends and family still talk about how amazing our wedding photos are two years later! I honestly didn't realize she was even there for most of the wedding. Her photographic style is very photojournalist and fashion inspired which gave our wedding photos a distinct quality that I love. She really makes herself scarce and takes these incredible pictures of moments you had no idea were being captured. I don't know how she does it.

We were married in a villa (Villa Las Puertas) and that really added to the mood of the pictures. Eva was familiar with the property and knew where we should take pictures when it was time for a quick husband-wife only shoot. My only regret was that we didn't pay for more time with her and I am kicking myself a bit for that (we had her until sunset.) One of the best parts of her services is that the price includes all your pictures with no limitations or extra charges. For our 4 hour shoot we had 250 photos that we can now do anything with. I know a lot of other photographers do not share their work so freely.

Totally recommend Eva and her team, she knows Puerto Vallarta so well and is very fluent in English and Spanish (and Latvian) which is so helpful when dealing with the different aspects of the wedding day.

We go back to Puerto Vallarta every year and we plan to use her for a family photo shoot every year.