Wedding Photography in the Maya Riviera, Tim and Shura’s Beach Wedding at the El Dorado Maroma

One thing I love about destination weddings is that they lend themselves so well to very intimate, expressive ceremonies. Witnessing so many couple’s special day, each one unique and beautiful, I realize over and over again that it is not large guest list or all the trimmings and extras that make the wedding truly meaningful, rather it is the spirit of love and commitment that can be felt most powerfully. Of course sand, ocaean and sky make th most wonderful decorations! Shura and Tim love the ocean, and he actually proposed under water while scuba diving! So I guess the choice of an intimate beach ceremony at the beautiful and relaxing El Dorado Maroma (AKA Mi Hotelito) surrounded by a close group of friends was a natural one. Thank you Shura and Tim for allowing us to join you on your wonderful day, best wishes to the two of you!

I liked the warm, rich colors of the flowers! Rings and rose petals…

Shura’s bouquet.

A little champagne toast during the getting ready photos from the HMOH. (honorary matron of honor!).

Shura and tim met before the ceremony so we could get photographs of the two of them. That was great but kind of scary when it started to rain during the photo session! They were good sports though and thankfully the rain stopped in plenty of time!

The ceremony on the beach.

Tim’s vows were on little slates just like his underwater proposal! It was hilarious!

Time to celebrate!

The coctail hour was held in a poolside palapa, very laid back.

A few night photographs after dinner. The second was captured by Lauren, I loved her take on the moment!

Destination wedding photography in Mexico by Elizabeth Medina. Elizabeth is a wedding photojournalist based in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico, photographing weddings throughout Mexico in locations including the Maya Riviera. To view her online portfolio of wedding images visit:  www.elizabethmedina.com