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Hi my name is Jacqueline, I have been an international photographer for the past 7 years, and have finally found my little bit of paradise to call 'Mi Casa' (home) in Cancun. I love my job, literally wake up every morning feeling inspired to make memories, and to be a part of the most special day in someones life, whether its within the planning or as a photographer. And what better backdrop than the beauty of Mexico. At Pixan photography I feel I can express my personality and talents through the wonderful ethos created by Vincent and the team. As part of the Pixan Photography team I'm proud to dedicate my contribution to this incredible forum to all you wonderful couples who choose México for your wedding destination. You are what makes our business awesome. You are what makes our jobs amazing. We adore capturing and sharing the beauty of México and magical moments with you, it’s why I moved here and is what everyone at Pixan Photography loves so much about being a photographer. We can't thank you enough for making our lives richer and our job so incredibly wonderful. Over the last 6 years Vincent van den Berg, the co-owner and creator of Pixan Photography has amassed a huge Mexican Destination Weddings database containing, thousands of images, contacts and experiences. All of which we are delighted to share with you upon request. I look forward to hearing from you and playing a small part in helping you realise your dream wedding.
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Hi, I just got engaged last weeked :D and we decided on a DW in Puerto Plata. The resort package includes almost everything... except Photographer and music for the reception. Any recommendations? They say they use Tropical Studio, has anyone used them before? I have been reading about HDR, who sounds good but they're in Punta Cana and have a travel fee for coming to this end of the island. Thanks for any help!!
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I'm looking into having PlayaWeddings for my photographer/videographer. Has anyone used them before? Need reviews please & if you're willing to share pics & videos! Thanks!
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I'm getting married July 26, 2014 at Barcelo Maya Palace in Riviera Maya. I'm completely stressed and confused with what to do with the photographer. The Ocean Photo Studio is the onsite resort photographer and it looks like they take good pictures, however, they are very pricey. If I'm going to pay a lot for photos and a video, should I venture out and hire a different photographer? If so, can anyone recommend a great photographer who captures vibrant pictures of the natural, tropical beauty that Mexico has to offer?
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After 10 months of planning and looking forward to our trip, it has come and gone and was a fantastic party!!!!Here goes my review! General: The resort is beautiful, though the grounds are small. However, for a wedding party it’s fantastic! We ran into each other everywhere and considering it goes up rather than down, it was so easy for us to run to and from another’s room. We were there Jan 15-22, 2014. The resort was booked out completely, so it was hard for ones in our group who did not get the right room/beds/did not like their room to switch around…so that got a touch complicated as they had to wait two days to do so. There were also 8 weddings the week we were there. SOOOOOOO Busy! Check-in: 5/10 We arrived Wednesday night at 8:45pm….and I has emailed the day before to remind them as 40 of us arrived at once and we had kids and babies in tow. We were hoping for more staff at the check-in so we could all get to dinner (our 6 hour flight had no food and people were starving). However, check-in was brutally slow and people were absolutely dying waiting there with no food. Some even abandoned their luggage just to head over to the buffet. The buffet as it was late…had no proteins left…so not the best combo. Also, a whole section of our group was plunked on the second floor which is right near the entrance and had a ton of noisy all night long…and could not change rooms for two nights. We also had two men who had booked two double beds, and ended up with one king…they were not impressed. We were greeted with champagne…but it was a touch late and part of our group had abandoned the line for the buffet at that point. Resort: 9/10 Dreams PA is a beautiful resort. It is small, which is why we chose it. The staff at this resort was amazing! They were attentive and were always around to serve you or ask if you needed anything. Rooms did have a touch of a problem. Several of the showers did not drain, and a few of our guests complained that their toilets plugged. Also, most of the rooms smelled quite moldy due to the moisture. BRING FEBREEZE, our one bottle was a lifesaver. Also, some rooms had tubs and others didn’t…it was kind of odd and they gave the showered rooms to our families with babies and tubs to others who would not use them. The resort offers 24 hour room service, which we took advantage of a few times. Our food was usually delivered in 30-40 minutes and was good. The room service menu is small, but the items were yummy. Rooms/Housekeeping: 7/10 We stayed in an ocean view room (748) and had the honeymoon package, the day after the wedding they had a little banner on our door. There were flower petals all over the bed with towel art when we arrived. They had a bottle of wine and two apples for us as well. Every day they made some cute little animal or doll out of the towels. While the room is nice, it is very narrow and not too large (the day of the wedding with all the girls there trying to get ready it got really hectic and felt too small)…in hindsight I would’ve gotten a new room. But the view was awesome…no complaints there. They weren’t very good about refilling the minibar, we left a note for certain things and never got them refilled…we had to go grab water from our concierge. Our lock on our door was also broken…on the wedding day…and it took them a while to get it dealt with. Also, no water pressure in the showers! Beach/Pools: 8/10 the beach is SMALL. It is beautiful though with warm water and soft sand. Don't plan to take long walks, although I think if you really wanted you could walk down the beach of the other resorts. We were so busy with all the plans and the weather wasn’t that nice when we were there so I didn’t spend much time at the beach. The pool was really nice for the little ones…I saw them in there every day; also the service at the pool was amazing. Super quick and the servers were always around. Every time we turned around there was a new round of shots or drinks. Food/Restaurants: 9/10 the restaurants to choose from are: Seaside Grill: by the main pool, easiest to go to. Food was good, pretty quick. Outside seating. Also open for lunch! With a different menu so that was awesome. World Cafe: dinner here is not as good as the a la carte, so aside from day one we didn’t eat here. But pretty good stuff for breakfast! Portofino: Italian; some serious lines to eat here! But the food is amazing! Steaks at all the restaurants were amazing, melts in your mouth. The tiramisu here is to die for as well. El Patio: Mexican; we ate here for our rehearsal dinner. They put a bunch of tables together for us, amazing service and they do a little show with their Mayan coffee (coffee lit on fire). Really cool! Oceana: Seafood; we froze to death! Also it was a cold night and we didn’t realize it was all outdoors. Also we went for our welcome dinner and had a group of 20 and 10….the table of 20 waited almost an hour to eat because they all had to be served at the same time…they do this cute little reveal with the dishes covered and all that. But because of it people were starving and cold. Opps.But the steaks were amazing and so was the cheesecake! Gohan: Sushi; DO NOT EAT HERE….it was not good….and bugs were falling into our food. Entertainment/Things to do: 7/10 We watched a few shows, their magic one was meh. Their fire show was really good, and their rock band/dancing one was okay. I would say overall their shows are not as good as the larger hotels. Wedding Details: Wedding Coordinator: 10/10 I worked with Jacki, she was great to work with, but was really busy so we never got the rehearsal that we asked for…but I ended up watching a wedding the day before and told my wedding party what to do. Jacki pretty much showed up when we needed her to, and the wedding dress, and flowers just appeared. Also, she took all of my decorations and had them up without me even telling her what I wanted. She also set up a surprised bridal shower for me on request by my bridal party and it was beautiful! Spa/Hair: 6/10 Heads up, spa area is TINY! If you were hoping to get a big group in at one time….plan ahead. I had my trial done the second day I was there and the hair turned out fine…but the makeup. NOT IMPRESSED. But I am Asian, so I have features that I guess she did not know how to work with. Also, I had asked ahead of time if they have spray on foundation and was told yes…..She did not have that, nor know what that is. I also asked her to contour my face (she did not know what that is either). With my eyes, if makeup is too heavy or beyond the lids I look like I got punched in the face. Ha-ha. So I had shown up with pictures of a trial I had done previously, with step by step pictures. The makeup artist was not able to replicate. So, in the end I went back for the hair…and was fortunate enough to have amazingly talented friends who did my makeup. Thank goodness I brought all the makeup that I needed just in case! The hair and makeup trial costed me $110, and just the hair on the day of $60. Flowers: 5/10 I didn't care too much about flowers so I only had my bouquet, a boutonniere for my hubby, which Jacki had said would be coral but turned out red. It also died really quickly…so not sure if the outliner was worth it. I had real touch bouquet and boutonnieres for the rest of the bridal party which looked good the whole night! Photography: 11/10 (can I say that they are any more amazing?) We had an outside photographer named Jhankarlo and his assistant Diana, they were amazing!!!! I would highly recommend them to any bride!!!! Very reasonably priced and they even spent extra time with us just the get the right shots. I will be doing a review just for them!! They have also worked in Dreams PA before and knows all the right places on the corals and throughout the resort to get the best shots with the best lighting. We also had a First Look shoot and they coordinated where to meet. We also did our trash the dress shoot with them as well and had an amazing time. They are so easy going and just makes the shoot extremely fun and comfortable. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! http://jhankarlophotography.com/ Ceremony: 10/10 Our ceremony was at 4pm in the wedding gazebo. It was fantastic as the sun was setting the light was shining from behind our guest, so we were washed in sunlight which made for fantastic photos and also our guests did not have to squint. I had no flowers for the gazebo, but I didn’t think I needed it. It has the white chiffon materials all over and I also brought pink and coral chair sashes and starfish aisle deocrations. We wrote our own vows, and opted out of anything religious. We also had our wedding party read a children’s book ‘I like you’ which was lovely. But aside from that the ceremony was really short, had I known this I might have added a sand ceremony. We rented the speakers! DO IT! Cause the waves were quite loud and hard to hear over it. The ceremony was more than we could ask for! It was short, sweet, and very much tailored for us. Couldn’t have asked for more. The sound system to set up was around $120. Brides! You have to walk over sand to get to the gazebo!!! Be aware if you are wearing extremely high heels and have no one to hold on to..I sank in the sand a bit so my dress looked a bit longer and made it harder to walk. Dinner: 9/10 We booked out El Patio for $900 and had it from 7-10pm. The food was fantastic; we chose the Caribbean buffet and had the option to switch out some foods, which was great! Because we ended up choosing all things that we liked. Coconut fish, short ribs and potato and leek soup was our favorite! However, we were so busy during the reception that we didn’t get to eat much. Reception: 10/10 My only downside is that the tables are set up around the tree in El Patio, and therefore my parents sat in the wrong spot, and could not see us. I didn’t have table seating and we ended up all dancing at Desires Night Club and so we did no dancing at El Patio and did not need that much spacing between the tables… El Patio is gorgeous, and I had brought tons of sea shells to be placed as centerpieces and Jacki had them scattered with candles all over. It was beautiful. I left all of the sea shells there with Jacki, in case any future brides with like sea shells all over as well! Conclusion: Our wedding was more than we ever imagined! While Dreams PA may not be perfect for the older crowd, the intimacy of Desires Nightclub and the fact that the resort was small made it the perfect location for our wedding group to meet up and run into each other and to have our own small party every day and everywhere that we went. I don’t think we would go back to Dreams for a vacation (too many groups and too much partiers…like our group! Ha-ha) but for a wedding it was fantastic! I have attached pictures and also, my wedding plan and several other documents from my planning process.
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Anyone looking for a wedding photographer for their wedding should check out Octavio Montes! Visit his website at www.octaviomontes.com. I just booked him and I can't wait for my wedding day to come! His pictures are beautiful and artistic, you can tell he has a passion for photography it shows in his portfolio! He works in cancun, riviera maya, and playa del carmen areas. He offers a variety of competitive packages to suit any brides needs and budget! Plus he gives 10% off for wedding photography! Check him out!
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Dear Brides we love you! In truth, there's a lot more to a photography business than simply pressing the shutter and capturing decisive moments. It's about getting to know our clients, the people we photograph and then bringing that out in their images over a very short period of time. This is what makes really great photographs - and our jobs - so special. Learning about what makes you who you are, the people you love and the story you have to share. That's our favorite part of being a photographer. Pixan Photography is a boutique studio dedicated to giving an incredible experience as you embark on the most exciting journey of your life! Weddings last only a day, but the memories live on for generations. That is why we feel it is so important to find a photographer who can deliver you a stunning portfolio of moments and emotion captured in time, which reflect your individual personalities and how those manifest in your relationship. Our promise is a simple one. Pixan Photography is founded on the core principle that we provide incredible photographs and video with informed style, products made with integrity that are built to last a lifetime or more and an experience as fun and exciting as it is stress-free. Although our corporate offices are located in Playa del Carmen, the heart of the Riviera Maya, however we also have studio's in Puerto Vallarta and Los Cabos. Pixan Photography offers a comprehensive photography and video service throughout México. Please feel free to view our welcome guides that are linked within our signature below. Happy Planning! Click on the covers of our latest Wedding Magazine and Print Product Brochure to view digital versions.
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Hi Everyone! I am looking to get married June 2015 and am expecting around 45-60 people. We want to stay on the Marina if possible, but will drive to a different location. After reading all the topics and reviews on this site, and many others, it seems that Hacienda Cantina y Cocina and Dreams was a greatly loved venue! I have a good amount of information on Hacienda! Does someone have information on Dreams? I would also LOVE any information on how much they spent? We can talk privately too! I am just trying to figure out roughly what a normal budget is, without going WAY overboard!! My main concerns is food/alcohol, photography and being on a beach!
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Hello everyone! Does any one have reviews on Miguel Ventura as a wedding photographer??
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Hello everyone ¡ Are you getting married in the Riviera Maya in 2014? We are proud to announce something quite amazing for you… “VICTOR HERRERA PHOTO AND CINEMA” SPRING CONTEST 2014 What will you win ? 1st PRIZE 50% DISCOUNT ON ANY OF OUR PHOTO – VIDEO – TRASH THE DRESS PACKAGES of your choice but also… 10% DISCOUNT ON ANY OF OUR PHOTO – VIDEO – TRASH THE DRESS PACKAGES of your choice For every participant !!! OUR PACKAGES · 8 or 6 hours PHOTO coverage · 1 second shooter · All taken pictures, digital JPG files, touched up on line in zenfolio.com · 8 or 6 hours VIDEO coverage · 2 cameras · 1 video clip 5 min · 30 min. documental video · 2 hours TRASH THE DRESS photo coverage · 1 assistant · All taken pictures, digital JPG files, touched up on line in zenfolio.com N.B. · Delivery 6 weeks after the event · Extra hours can added and purchased separately · Hotel’s Vendors fee not included Who can join ? · All couples getting married in the Riviera Maya in 2014 · All members of BDW community (http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/join) What do you have to do ? · Give us a like to our Facebook page : https://www.facebook.com/pages/Victor-Herrera-photography/101847417414 · Visit our blog http://victorherrerablog.com/ and give us a pin on pinterest on the 10 pictures you like most. · Deadline : March 31st 2014 (at 12:00 CST) Who wins ? The winner will be chosen at random by our team and will be notified by email and in a post in this thread
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Bridal portrait in the amazing Dreams Riviera Cancun
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To anyone out there who has been married at Sandals Negril. I am getting married April 2014 and I was going to use the Sandals photographers, but am now starting to have second thoughts after seeing one bride's photos. Just wondering on what your thoughts were on using a Sandals photographer vs the partner photographers vs having someone stay as a guest and take photos. I would also like to see pictures of your wedding if you are willing to share.
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“Love is like the wind, you can't see it but you can feel it.” ― Nicholas Sparks, A Walk to Remember www.photofeelingsrivieramaya.com
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“You've gotta dance like there's nobody watching, Love like you'll never be hurt, Sing like there's nobody listening, And live like it's heaven on earth.” ― William W. Purkey www.photofeelingsrivieramaya.com
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“You know you're in love when you can't fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.” ― Dr. Seuss
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“A friend is someone who knows all about you and still loves you.” ― Elbert Hubbard Playa del Carmen, México / February 2013 www.photofeelingsrivieramaya.com
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Created for you by Pierre Visual Studio. Destination Wedding and Trash the Dress Photography Finding your perfect wedding palette Wedding at Ak'iin Beach Club, Tulum-Mexico “The whole world, as we experience it visually, comes to us through the mystic realm of color. Our entire being is nourished by it.” Hans Hofmann German-born American Abstract Expressionist Painter, 1880-1966 A wedding’s color palette or color theme sets the mood for your special day. Whether with bold bright colors or softer whites and pastels, the color palette should reflect your personality and the message you want to send on your wedding day. If you are doing a beach wedding, don’t limit yourself to blues and yellows. With such a beautiful natural setting, the rainbow is wide open for you to customize your own rich color palette. Color basics: The rules have changed over the years. You are no longer limited to choosing 1 or 2 colors. Why not use a color theme such as “Snowy Winter” or choose a flower for inspiration like a bird-of-paradise? Most color combinations that really work will fall into the following four categories: Monochromatic: various shades of the same color. Example: shades of blue for an ocean inspired theme. Related Tones: colors that fall next to each other on the color wheel. Example: reds, oranges, and yellows for a warm “Fall” themed wedding. Complimentary Tones: colors that are across from each other on the color wheel. Example: orange and green can form a happy summer theme. Highlight: using mostly soft neutrals with one strong accent color for a bolder statement. Where to use color: Attire: traditionally, bridesmaids’ dresses were the primary source of color. However, many brides are opting out of a pure white gown and adding splashes of color to their own dress. More and more designers now offer non-white options for a brighter, bolder statement. Invitations: set your mood early by incorporating your color theme in your save-the-date and wedding invitations. Flowers, Décor, and Wedding Cake: use neutrals to help accentuate your color palette and avoid over-saturation. Favors: leave a lasting impression with meaningful favors that incorporate the colors and mood of your wedding. Considerations: Always take into consideration the existing colors at your wedding location. You can always play with the tones of your chosen colors to better compliment the surroundings. Color shades can also set a tone for the wedding. Light and bright for a laid back feel, deep and rich for a more formal event. Avoid too much black. It is a festive time and over use of black will not do it justice and could over-power the other colors in your palette. And finally, keep it unified. Avoid overelaborate palettes where it may be too difficult to coordinate. Wedding at Cancun Moon Palace Get Help: Samples: fabric stores and paint stores are great ways to find color samples that will help you put the palette together. Some paint manufacturers offer paint chips already arranged in gorgeous combinations. Interior design magazines often offer great ideas for home decoration and color selection. Those same styles and tones can easily translate to a beautiful wedding theme. Websites such as www.colorschemedesigner.com may not be wedding-specific but their color tools are perfect for playing around with color options, tones, and combinations. Get inspired! A walk to your local park, an art gallery, a botanical garden can all be great sources of color inspiration and you may even find yourself looking at color combinations you never imagined would touch you that deeply. Finally: Whichever your color palette, choose colors that speak to you and your partner. The more personalized the palette or theme, the richer the memories will be both for your guests and for yourself! Created for you by Pierre Visual Studio. Destination Wedding and Trash the Dress Photography
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Out of my experience as a wedding photographer, one of the things I have learned to be very important in order to assure nice images, is the production of the event as a whole. What you are all looking for here on the forum is indeed the inspiration to create an event to never forget! Obviously, one of the important elements of this production is the ‘palette’ of colors which gives a particular character to your wedding. For weddings at the Caribbean, being mostly beach weddings, brides have the tendency to choose vivid colors like turquoise, but a less evident choice can create a beautiful world of its own. To help you choose the (combination of) colors, there is a theory about color. Stating that every color has the ability to create certain emotions in the viewer. Here are some very basic explanations: Red is a powerful color that represents strength, passion and vitality. It can create feelings of energy and excitement. The darker tones are associated with wealth, while rose is seen as romantic. Orange plays on the same kinds of emotions as red, but is much less aggressive. It is an upbeat and cheerful color that is known to generate a higher level of mental activity in the viewer and feelings of friendship. Yellow is an inarguably exuberant color. It instantly conjures thoughts of sunshine and summer, leaving the viewer with feelings of refreshment, energy, joy and honesty. In combination it’s dynamic and a rather dominant color. Green creates a sense of safety, relaxation in peoples' minds. It represents nature, health, well being and harmony; it’s fresh and keeps the balance between cold and warm colors. The darker tones are associated with tradition, prosperity. The green-blue on the other hand is fresh, youthful and of course tropical. Blue will more often than not evoke a general sense of calm and peacefulness. Navy blue is a true classic and provides a sense of stability, trust, power and strength. Lighter tones bring peace, relaxation and give a sense of integrity. Purple is another color that can have extremely soothing effects. It represents sophistication and spirituality, and can be perfect to create a sense of wonder, as brighter purples have an almost magical quality. The intense combination of blue-violet is a royal color, associated with courage, authority and nobility. Classically it is combined with gold, but in combination with lemon yellow it’s much more vivid. Just as the lighter, fuchsia tones is one of the most energetic colors. It suggests a young, active state of mind. While not technically part of the color wheel, White can still be used to evoke an emotional response. It is widely regarded as a representation of purity, and can promote feelings of trust and is therefore the traditional wedding color. Black represents depth and power. Good usage of black can give a professional feel and bring about feelings of sophistication and steadiness. And is again a traditional fashion color. You can make different combinations of colors, the first one being complimentary, which means the colors are opposite in the circle (e.g. green red or blue orange). Or complementary divided, combining one color with the tone just next to its complementary color (e.g. orange blue-green and orange blue-violet). An analogue combination is the combination of a color with the tones just next to it and is considered as especially harmonious (e.g. blue green blue blue violet). The color accents can go from some subtle details in flowers to the dresses of bridesmaids and –men, accessories (fans, ceremony booklets) and (table) decoration. You might not be aware of it but lightning also plays a major role in creating an ambience in a certain location. You can chose to keep it non sophisticated with the evergreens of the wedding colors: Delicate white and beige:Aly + Nick Create one main color accent: Red-orange: Maud + Jonathan Red-violet: Lindsey + Eric Or make a combination: Red and Green: Isis + Eugenio Beige, blue and dark blue: Lindsay + Josh A combination of soft pastel colors which gives a very romantic atmosphere: Karla + Gianni This last example I like especially because the couple pops out with the very stylish absence of color, in contrast with the finely used main color, blue-green: Amy + Kacy
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Created for you by Pierre Visual Studio - Destination Wedding and Trash the Dress Photography. The Riviera Maya is a gorgeous destination for tropical weddings and many couples wish to take advantage of the breathtaking natural surroundings and sunny weather to have their wedding ceremony outdoors. Outdoor weddings, whether on the beach, in the lush jungle, or a colorful garden, can be romantic and visually stunning but they do require a little extra thought and consideration. Here are some recommendations to assure a wonderful day is had by all, and a few tips to customizing your outdoor wedding ceremony. Beach wedding in Tulum. Outdoor ceremony at Xcaret Natural Park, Riviera Maya. Guests The weather is what brings most couples down to Mexico’s Caribbean coast, but remember, your guests may not be used to the heat. Make sure you offer cool beverages while they wait such as lemonades or minty cocktails to refresh and entertain. Why not create some personalized water bottle labels and hand out a cold water bottle to each guest as they arrive? Please note that temperatures can get quite high and may not be adequate for prolonged periods (particularly uncomfortable for the elderly or very young children). Personalized fans or adapting your program into a fan shape are great ways to help your guests keep cool and a nice little souvenir to take back home. Consider the time of your ceremony so that the guests are not facing directly into the sun. Not only will this keep them comfortable but it will assure that their pictures are not filled with glare. Bugs be gone! The tropics can bring a whole variety of stinging insects. Consider asking the location if they can spray the area of your ceremony ahead of time or use some pretty citronella candles to keep everyone comfortable and bite-free. Beach decoration at Riviera Maya wedding. You and Yours For a beachside ceremony, consider the ocean breeze. You want to make sure your hairstyle stays put with the Caribbean breezes. Gentlemen may want to use some product to keep the hair down. Sun protection! Remember to wear adequate sun block to protect your skin. Avoid self-tanning varieties as they may stain your clothes. Instead, why not choose something with a light shimmer to give you that extra glow. Perhaps have some sunscreen available for guests to use as well. The materials you choose for the dresses and suits should also take into consideration the heat and the wind. Be sure to choose materials that allow you to breath and that will not billow up in a light breeze. Placing tiny fishing weights along your veil can guarantee it will not be blowing up in the middle of the ceremony. The weights can be painted to match the color of your dress. For the ladies: heels make you long and sexy, however not so when they are stuck in the sand or grass. Consider the ground you will be walking on and choose footwear accordingly. If on the beach, why not create some customized sandals or flipflops for your wedding party! Footwear options for beach wedding in the Riviera Maya. Back-Up Plan Weather is unpredictable, even in paradise, so be sure to have a back-up plan should the rain clouds come to visit. Hope this helps in planning your dream destination wedding and making sure everyone has a marvelous time. Pierre Violle Destination Wedding Photographer http://www.rivieramaya-weddingphotography.com Blog: http://www.pierre-wedding.com/blog2
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Created for you by Pierre Visual Studio. Destination Wedding and Trash the Dress Photography How to Choose Your Wedding Photographer! A wedding photographer is charged with capturing the most important day of your life and immortalizing it on film. With such a huge responsibility and being that you cannot see your pictures before your big day, it can be one of the most difficult decisions you will make for your destination wedding. With my own experience as a wedding photographer for the last 6 years and having worked with many brides and grooms, I wanted to put together a “What You Need to Know” guide to help you sort through, narrow down, and finally select that special photographer that you will entrust with capturing your wedding memories. His Style – See photographer’s portfolios: The most important aspect of your photographer is also the easiest one to evaluate. The style needs to draw you in, speak to you, and make you fall in love. In our profession, we often use words like contemporary, photojournalistic, artistic, traditional, and vintage when referring to styles. In the end, regardless of the description, you simply need to follow your heart when finding the your ideal photographic style. The best way to judge a photographer’s style is through their website. There, you will find a selection of their favourite shots and get your first glimpse at the photographer’s vision. Portrait sessions require a very different approach than a ceremony or reception, where the photographer cannot stop or control the action. So, it is important that you look through various galleries, including photographs of each stage of a wedding. Too many photos of small details, even if they are good, may reflect a lack of anticipation when action is required. His Skill – See complete wedding sessions: Even amateur photographers can capture a few great photos and portfolios are a selection of a photographer’s best shots. In order to have a realistic idea of what you can expect for your wedding, ask to see a single complete wedding session. Better yet, why not ask if it is possible to see a wedding shot at the same venue you have chosen for your own event. A complete shoot will reveal the photographer’s over-all talent and skill level. While not all photos will blow you away, the general level of the photography should be good throughout. If the assistant photographer’s tools or skill level are not adequate, you will also notice that in a full shoot. Aside from a website, many photographers nowadays also host an online Blog where you will find large selections of photos from each photo session. Often these shoots will even be sorted by location or venue. Ask about a blog and spend time checking the various locations. You may even find some great ideas or suggestions for your own wedding planning. Final Product: Prints, albums, files, and internet slideshows: High-resolution files: For the bride and groom, the most important product you should receive from the photographer are the high-resolution files (HR files) and have their copyright for any private use (print, album, or use on social networks like Facebook). With the HR files, you can then independently produce anything you choose: as many copies as you want, enlargements, and albums at very reasonable prices. If you only receive prints or albums, you will be charged for additional copies. Low-resolution files: For those of you who are not familiar with re-sizing digital photos, ask your photographer to include a low-resolution copy of each photo. A size of 1200x800 pixels is enough to watch on your computer screen, to email, or to upload onto social networks. Albums: Some photographers offer very creative album designs and if that is important to you, ask about the album options available. For others, keep in mind that with a little time and a lot less money, you can easily create your own fabulous album. There are several online companies specializing in custom albums where is a few simple clicks you can upload your pictures, design the layout, and receive the album by mail a few days later. Quantity: 30/40 photos/h from reputable photographers: It is natural to want hundreds of photos of your big day but with an art such as photography, “the more the merrier” does not always apply. In my experience, a reputable photographer will have 30 to 40 good ideas (i.e. photos) per hour. Many more photos will be taken but only to be sure to capture the right moment and facial expression of each stage of your event. Perhaps there will more photos during the ceremony as a lot of things happen in a short time, but fewer photos per hour during a portrait session, where each photo can be more carefully planned and executed. While some photography companies will promise packages including 100 to 150 photos per hour, unless you are hiring multiple photographers to cover your wedding event, many of these photos will be very similar and each photo will not get the time and attention in post-production that it deserves. Price – from nothing to $15,000! Of course, your final selection of a wedding photographer and package will have to fit within your budget. Prices vary greatly from almost nothing to well over $10,000 for a 1-day wedding coverage. Always keep in mind that your photos will be your lasting reminder of that special day for many years to come. Never select a photographer exclusively based on price, especially if you do feel a connection with their work or their personality. A good photographer will rarely be amongst the cheapest, so be wary of packages that offer a lot for very little. For a high quality final product, the photographer needs to invest in good cameras, use an assistant or second photographer, and spend a considerable amount of time working your photos on powerful computers. A tip: if your dream photographer is out of your budget, consider adding your photography package of choice to your wedding gift registry. This can also work well for a post-wedding Trash-the-Dress session. Friends and family will enjoy reliving the memories they made possible and helped create. Some additional tips: Main photographer should not be an assistant. Always ask the name of the photographer that will cover your wedding and ask to see only his work when browsing portfolios. Be wary of companies that show you work by their best photographer, yet send only assistants on your big day as they are covering several events at the same time. Any questions you need to ask: The best moment to send a message to a professional photographer and get a quick response is at the beginning of the week. Most wedding and events take place on Friday and over the weekends, so if you send a message on Thursday night, you may only receive your answer the next Monday. Delivery time: It is normal for a professional photographer to require several weeks before delivery of your final product. Working the photos is time consuming (for myself, a 5 hour wedding coverage would require a week’s work on my computer). A photographer who promises to delivery 200 or 300 photos within a few days, will surely not edit each photo individually and not dedicate the appropriate amount of time to each snapshot of your wedding. Created for you by Pierre Visual Studio. Destination Wedding and Trash the Dress Photography
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Trash the dress, also known as fearless bridal or rock the frock, is a style of wedding photography that contrasts elegant clothing with an environment in which it is out of place. For Destination Weddings, it is common to have the pictures taken on the beach, in the ocean, in pools. Usually these sessions are taken the day after the wedding so they are also called “Day After Sessions”. Some sources claim that the trend was created by a Las Vegas wedding photographer names John Michael Cooper in 2001. Del Sol photography specializes in shooting Trash the Dress sessions in cenotes (a natural well formed by the collapse of an overlying limestone crust: often used as a sacrificial site by the Mayas). Trash the Dress sessions are generally shot in the style of fashion and glamour photography... There aren't really any rules when it comes to these types of photo sessions. The mail goal is to have the most fun imaginable and let loose of all anxieties and stresses in life. The photos from these sessions will peak your imagination! Some brides prefer not to trash their original wedding dress and instead will bring an alternate dress to wear for the Trash the Dress session. Here is a thread showcasing BDWF members posting their TTD experiences. Some examples of Trash The Dress Pictures: the photos from these sessions also take place in locations that seem "out of this world" this sessions take place in the underworld These sessions can also take place in the ocean... Urban setting is also an option for trash the dress
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