Matt Adcock – Creative Director / Co-Founder Del Sol Photography

Matt was named as one of the top 10 wedding photographers in the world by American Photo Magazine and Huffington Post titled Matt a “Wedding Trailblaizer” for his innovations with underwater trash the dress photography.  His work with Janine was published all over the world after he produced a video outlining a difficult circumstance that happened to her. He was later interviewed by CNN and his work has appeared published on every national TV network throughout the USA and in tens of thousands of websites all over the world.  He is also a frequent contributor for Huffington Post.

Matt has been shooting weddings for 17 years overseeing over 1000 events, originally from Atlanta GA.  He is currently based out of Playa Del Carmen Mexico and is available for travel worldwide.  His travel for destination weddings has taken him as far as Thailand and Hong Kong.  He has worked extensively throughout the USA covering events and has had a major focus on destination weddings throughout Latin America and the Caribbean.

Recently, He has been focusing on designing unique experiences, no longer referring to his work as a photo session.  These epic shoots include work as as a family vacation photographer, designing custom elopements and unique vow renewal experiences in amazing places.

Read more testimonials about Matt in his bio page. We particularly love this one:

Matt is an artist of the most talented company that I’ve met…He doesn’t capture a moment but captures a story, captures light, love, chapters and tells a story without words, songs or recordings.  That in itself is what makes del sol magical! Del Sol Photography is not just a company, it’s an experience, a bond, an art, a lifetime experience, a blessing, a feeling! Matt captures love, life and moments that are the most magical and that in itself what makes him stand out and that is a gift that lasts a lifetime. – Rashan

Riviera Maya Wedding at Iberostar Paraiso Lindo – Jackie and Matt

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  The is the Riviera Maya Wedding Iberostar destination wedding of Jackie and Matt.  This adorable couple was a delight to work with and made the day such fun. Both Jackie and Matt are very close with their families, their bridal party…

Cancun Wedding Riu Palace Peninsula

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A Cancun wedding Riu Palace Peninsula style... simple, elegant and romantic, exactly what newlywed couple Melanie and Scott had dreamed about. The Riu Palace Peninsula is a beautiful venue, one of the newest resorts in Cancun, offering luxury…

Cancun Destination Wedding Moon Palace Resort – Gadhi and Keith

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A dream wedding in Cancun for lawyers Gadhi and Keith at the beautiful Moon Palace Resort! This lovely couple has known each other since 2001 and decided to tie the knot in Mexico after falling in love with Cancun and the Riviera Maya during…
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Family Legacy with the Douglas’s

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The Douglas family holds a very special place in our hearts!  We first met Marc, an award-winning Canadian photographer, and his wife Melanie back in 2007 and traveled to the Dominican Republic to capture their destination wedding at the Majestic…

Riviera Maya Trash the Dress – Maricelle and Michael

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Principal photographer: Matt Adcock After their destination wedding in the Riviera Maya, nature lovers Maricelle and Michael let their hair down and joined Del Sol Photography in a cenote for an underwater trash the dress shoot. Maricelle…

Cenote Adventure Tour- Jennifer and Ian

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After celebrating their marriage in a beautiful Cancun wedding at the Moon Palace Resort, Jennifer and Ian joined Del Sol Photography in a Riviera Maya cenote for a trash the dress photography shoot. Jennifer describes herself as "creative and…
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Hanging with Trish Suhr Isla Mujeres Mexico

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Principal photographers: Matt Adcock and Sol Tamargo Trish Suhr Isla Mujeres Mexico #aworldofitsown

Wedding Photography Awards – ISPWP Spring 2013

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Del Sol Photography is a proud member of the ISPWP (The International Society of Professional Wedding Photographers), an organization devoted to seeking out the highest quality wedding photographers around the world. We are honored to have been…

Riviera Maya Events -Travesia Sagrada Maya – Sacred Mayan Journey

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Xcaret Park in the Riviera Maya is a favourite way to spend the day for visitors to the region and for good reason. Natural beauty, cultural exhibits and their dedication to conservation and preservation of the environment and the history of…

Wedding Photography Contest Winners- ISPWP Winter

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Once again the creative Del Sol Photographers were recognized for their artistic and technical  talents by the ISPWP (The International Society of Professional Wedding Photographers). The results of the ISPWP Winter 2012 contest are in and…
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Acro-Yoga Cenote Trash the Dress – Leanne and Aaron

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Leanne and Aaron wowed us with a acro-yoga performance on their wedding day. What better to follow than a acro-yoga cenote trash the dress! Acro-yoga is a combination of yoga, acrobatics and the healing arts... with a partner! Acro-yoga cultivates…
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Pueblo Sacbe and Akumal Ceremony and AcroYoga Wedding

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Leanne and Aaron's wedding was very special to all of us at Del Sol Photography. Leanne is a local wedding coordinator and we have worked with her many times. She is also one of the most authentic people you will ever meet ;) When Leanne invited…

Playa del Carmen Wedding Paradisus La Perla – Marissa and John

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Adventurous couple Marissa and John tied the knot on a beautiful Riviera Maya day - Playa del Carmen Wedding Paradisus.  Joined by family and friends they shared love, laughs and a few emotional tears as they pledged themselves to a lifetime…

Destination Wedding Mexico at Now Sapphire Resort – Sue and Ryan

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Del Sol Photography is an approved vendor for Now Sapphire – there is no fee to hire us! Contact us to plan your travel and book room blocks at Now Sapphire. Our sister company Del Sol Travels is a full-service travel agency that specializes…

Riviera Maya Photography Cenote Trash the Dress- Marissa and John

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Marissa and John were a real pleasure to shoot in this sacred cenote in the Riviera Maya. They told us they love extreme sports like hang gliding, jet skiing and scuba diving and with Marissa being a dance teacher, we knew this would be a beautiful…

Riviera Maya Photography Cenote Trash the Dress- Gady and Brian

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After celebrating an elegant wedding at the Hard Rock Resort in Cancun, Gady and Brian were ready to join Del Sol Photography for a wild and sensual adventure in a cenote trash the dress shoot. Young love against a backdrop of ancient stalactites…

Riviera Maya Trash the Dress- Phoebe and Jonathan

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Phoebe and Jonathan are one of those couples that we will always remember with huge smiles on our faces. They invited us to Thailand last year to shoot their wedding and an incredible trash the dress shoot with elephants and waterfalls, an out…

Tulum Destination Wedding Las Ranitas- Vanessa and Seumas

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We were super excited when Vanessa and Seumas chose to bring their guests all the way from Australia (Seamas's Family) and Vanessa's from a small Caribbean Islands Antigua and Barbuda.  It was a super treat to shoot a destination wedding for…

Destination Wedding Mexico Casa Verana Yelapa – Photobooth Georgia and James

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Destination wedding in Jalisco, Mexico! Photobooth fun at Georgia and James wedding in Yelap,a Mexico.   A friend of James gifted a stunning painting to the couple as a wedding present.  They decided to use it as a background for this group…

Casa Verana Yelapa Destination Wedding – Del Sol Photography

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This was such a special wedding for del Sol....Photographed by the team efforts of Matt and Sol. We were invited to the Pacific Coast of Mexico for this incredible destination wedding... The only way to reach this costal town south of Puerto…

Mexico Wedding Puerto Vallarta Sunset Plaza – Sara and Dany

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Principal photographers: Matt Adcock and Sol Tamargo. Meet Sara Tamargo, an amazingly talented make-up artist with a gorgeous smile and mesmerizing eyes....runs in the family, she's Sol's little sister!!!!!! After seeing soo many weddings…

Destination Wedding Mexico Riviera Maya Blue Diamond – Olga and Dean

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A fun, party-loving, dynamic couple from San Francisco, found the perfect spot for their tasteful and chic destination wedding: The Blue Diamond Luxury Resort in the Mayan Riviera. This boutique hotel surrounded by lush jungle is one of BlueBay…
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Mexico Destination Wedding Blue Diamond Riviera Maya

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Blue Diamond Riviera Maya destination wedding This a new venue for us so it was my absolute pleasure to be the first del Sol Photographer to shoot a destination wedding in this magical Caribbean spot.  Bonus that they have a pier which gives…

Riviera Maya Photography Cenote Trash the Dress – Vanessa and Seumas

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Principal Photographers: Matt Adcock + Sol Tamargo We were super excited when a super amazing photographer from Antigua, British Virgin Islands, decided to have her destination wedding in Tulum Mexico, at Las Ranitas all based on a recommendation…
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Hotel Esencia Destination Wedding – Jocelyn and Mike

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Hotel Esencia is a place where we often go for a vacation spot when time permits.  As luck would have it, Jocelyn and her family have been vacationing in the Riviera Maya, temporary residents of Akumal and frequent visitors to the Former…

Cenote Trash the Dress Photography – Tarah and Kevin

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This was one of the first underwater trash the dress sessions we photographed using the Canon 5d Mark III camera+ the new Nauticam Housing made for the Mark III. We are so lucky to have mermaid brides and grooms who want to swim with us.…

Thailand Destination Wedding Photographer- Miskawaan Villas – Koh Samui

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“Traveling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” – Ibn Battuta - THIS IS OUR DREAM to cover a Thailand destination wedding! We are often asked: does Del Sol Photography travel? To which our answer is a resounding…

Mexico Destination Wedding Now Jade Resort

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The sparkling blue Riviera Maya sky provided a gorgeous backdrop for the destination wedding of Janet and Wei at the destination wedding Now Jade Resort. Surrounded by close family and friends, the couple exchanged vows beside the Caribbean…

Esencia Wedding – Heather and Michael

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Esencia Wedding:  Self-described "outdoorsy" couple Heather and Michael could not have picked a better venue for their destination wedding. The Esencia Hotel is an intimate space with lush gardens and a beautiful beach on the Mexican Caribbean…
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Adam & Eve Photography Experience – Susan and Randy

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Principal photographers: Matt Adcock and Sol Tamargo  - Adam Eve Experience Destination weddings are about love, romance and...passion. When Randy and  Susan first contacted us about their "trash the dress" shoot, they told us that their…
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Zoetry Paraiso de la Bonita Mexico Beach Wedding – Danielle and Richard

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Danielle and Richard's wedding was a real delight to shoot! These beach lovers radiated romance from the moment we met them. Their intimate destination wedding took place on the white sands!   Zoetry Paraiso de la bonita mexico beach wedding…

Trash the Dress “Adam & Eve Experience” Riviera Maya

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The Adam and Eve experience has to be one of the most exciting, most risky and yet most fun photography shoots in existence. Del Sol Photography is always looking to innovate and break barriers in the world of wedding and trash the dress photography.…

Cosmic Wedding Belmond Maroma Resort & Spa – Rebecca and Michael

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"We chose the beach because it's where I grew up (NJ though, not Mexico!!) and I am happiest near the ocean than anywhere else. My best friend was married on the Riviera Maya and it has always stayed in my imagination as where I'd like to go…

Mom, Dad and Baby Beach Family Portraits – Jennifer and Joseph

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Jennifer and Joseph were married in 2007. 5 years later they have a gorgeous family and wanted a moment to celebrate it! They joined Del Sol Photography in the Riviera Maya to capture all the family love in a portrait session in Mexico on the…
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Cancun Wedding JW Marriott – Lorena and Peter

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Cancun Wedding JW Marriott Principal photographer: Matt Adcock The Cancun wedding of Lorena and Peter was a traditional event full of laughter and love. The ceremony took place in "La Capilla Universidad la Salle" in downtown Cancun, surrounded…

Mexico Destination Wedding Paradisus Esmeralda Riviera Maya – Inna and Daniel

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We had always talked about doing a destination wedding – it was just a matter of figuring out where. We both agreed that we wanted to make it as easy as possible for our guests to travel for the ‘Big Day’ and Mexico was therefore an easy…
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Mexico Anniversary Photo Shoot – Riviera Maya – Tiffany and Taurean

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Mexico Anniversary Photo Shoot - Special Adam and Eve edition - Riviera Maya - Tiffany and Taurean by Matt and Sol. Tiffany and Taurean celebrate their anniversary in the Riviera Maya with a hot, hot, HOT cenote "Adam and Eve" photography…

Now Jade Destination Weddings Riviera Maya – Kathy and Richard

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This is a Now Jade destination weddings in the Riviera Maya.  The dream come true for Kathy and Richard. This intimate wedding day was attended by the closest of family and friends. A simple and elegant affair at a beautiful venue! We would…

Riviera Maya Trash the Dress Adam and Eve Experience

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I must say that I get very very excited when a client enables me to innovate in a session like this one.  The underwater trash the dress (TTD) session is something that isn't very common these days, but in the Riviera Maya, there seems to be…

Riviera Maya Trash the Dress Acrobatics Cenote and Beach – Quin and Dave

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Photographers Matt Adcock and Sol Tamargo Quin and Dave are photographers. They are also awesome. They run a fabulous studio based in Vancouver called DQStudios.  They are purveyors in their field, travel the world, are master chefs, divine…

La Zebra Destination Wedding – Jane and Tom

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This is the story of Jane and Tom's La Zebra destination wedding. With the help of Morgan at Tulum Weddings and Events, the pulled off an intimate affair full of love. Tulum is always so magical.  We usually visit this part of the Riviera…

Riviera Maya Cenote Trash the Dress – Alison and Calvin

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Principal photographers: Matt Adcock and Sol Tamargo. Riviera Maya cenote trash the dress photography with couple Alison and Calvin. Thanks for joining us on this adventure!

Riviera Maya Photography Trash the Dress Cenote and Beach – Melissa and Bobby

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Principle photographers: Matt Adcock and Sol Tamargo. What a pleasure it is to shoot friends in love. Melissa and Bobby were recently married in their home state of Atlanta, where we first met her! Melissa used to work with Matt when he was…

Cenote Couple Experience

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Principal photographers: Matt Adcock and Sol Tamargo. A fun day among friends!! By the time we arrived to the Moon Palace Resort, Kelly + Daniel were ready and excited to go on an adventure with us through the Cenotes for a Cenote Couple…

Riviera Maya Photography Cenote & Beach Trash the Dress – Tegan and Tyson

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Principal photographers: Matt Adcock and Sol Tamargo. Tegan fell in love with our team's use of light to accent the water and since them, always dreamt with these romantic, ellegant and dreamy pictures!!! Our surprise....was her absolutely…
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Riviera Maya Wedding at Amarte Maroma – Erin and Shane

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The Riviera Maya wedding of Erin and Shane was simply a beautiful affair, full of gorgeous details and emotion. The bride and groom got ready at the El Taj condos and shared a special "first look" moment alone with views of the Caribbean Sea.…

Playa del Carmen Wedding Riu Palace Riviera Maya – Alice and Ian

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Principal photographer: Matt Adcock The Riu Palace Riviera Maya in Playa del Carmen is a simply gorgeous venue for a destination wedding. Alice and Ian celebrated their ceremony with their closest family and friends in the gazebo of this…

Riviera Maya Wedding at Le Reve Hotel- Jihye and Eugene

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Riviera Maya Mexico - Perfect location for destination weddings #Aworldofitsown This wedding was on a secluded beach, reception in a cozy palapa and with a beautiful couple madly in love. The Riviera Maya wedding of Jihye and Eugene at Le Reve…
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Riviera Maya Wedding at Xcaret – Elvira and Rodrigo

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Xcaret Park in the Riviera Maya is a magical venue for fairy tale celebrations of love! Elvira and Rodrigo exchanged their vows in a grand event, starting with a spectacular arrival in a vintage Rolls Royce. The very traditional Catholic…
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Hotel Esencia – Xpu Ha Beach – Riviera Maya

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Hotel Esencia Weddings: The best in boutique luxury found on the perfect Xpu-Ha beach Hotel Esencia near Playa del Carmen is a beach-front boutique hotel that's ideal for an exclusive destination wedding.  This 50-acre private estate was originally…

Cenote Mayan Wedding and Trash the Dress – Amy and Calvin

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“ You are not accidental, existence needs you. Without you there will be something missing, something nothing or no one could replace. Existence will miss you, the stars, the sun, the moon, trees and birds and the earth; all the universe…
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Beach Wedding Belmond Maroma Spa Riviera Maya – Tal and Terence

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The wedding of Tal and Terence was full of energy, light and love. I personally loved this one... All the details; the sky, the flowers, the smiles....all very meaningful for me.  - Matt   Officiants Maria and Charlie joined the couple…
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Belize Trash the Dress experience at Ambergris Caye – Lara and Josh

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When Lara and Josh contacted us about traveling to Belize for their wedding and trash the dress experience, we jumped at the chance for adventure! A four hour drive south from Playa del Carmen and a flight on a private plane brought us to the…
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Belize Adventure Wedding at Ambergris Caye

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This Belize wedding was a grand adventure for Del Sol Photography, heading south to the tropical island of Ambergris Caye to celebrate the union of a gorgeous couple. A four-hour drive and a "puddle jumper" flight in a private plane and we were…

American Photo Magazine | Among the top ten wedding photographers in the world

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Were were absolutely blown away when we were asked to submit our bio and photos to for the American Photo Magazine's favorites for the TOP 10 wedding photographers in the world. Many of the photographers listed in the last 5 years with this prestigious accolade…

Cenote Cosmic Wedding – Brandi and Kris

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"Water has natural purifying qualities. For ages water has been used in spiritual ceremonies and has been associated with the mystery of human existence. It cleans and purifies our energy and restores the lost sensation of peace and clarity."…
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Hacienda Uayamon Adventure – Trash the Dress

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A gorgeous Campeche hacienda trash the dress photography session in the middle of an amazing, rustic castle.  Hacienda Uayamon was built in the 1700's and is now a Starwood hotel.  This place is one of the most incredible boutique hotels I…

Campeche Mexico Wedding Hacienda Uayamon – Christiane and Gerardo

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Principal wedding photographer: Matt Adcock Campeche may be a lesser known region in Mexico but it is a simply gorgeous state in the Yucatan Peninsula that offers unique venues for destination weddings. Christiane and Gerardo chose the best…

Destination Wedding Cancun Moon Palace – Manny and Melissa

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Principal photographer: Matt Adcock Manny and Melissa were a delightful couple to be witness to their day.  With all the love that life has to offer, they chose to get married at Palace Resorts Moon Palace All-Inclusive Resort, located just…
Sandos Playacar Destination Wedding

Riviera Maya Sandos Playacar Destination Wedding

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Principal photographer: Matt Adcock Sandos Playacar Destination Wedding There is nothing like a couple of outgoing and happy people in love, and you haven't seen anything until you've met Susan and Michael!  These two were so much fun, full…

Isla Mujeres Destination Wedding Villa Rolandi – Patrick and Sarah

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Principal photographer: Matt Adcock. Patrick and Sarah decided on Isla Mujeres, Mexico, as the location for their Destination Wedding with del Sol Photography.  It's colloquially known as the island of women to the Maya and has a rich history…

Riviera Maya Photography Cenote and Beach Trash the Dress – Therese and Jason

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Principal photographer: Matt Adcock. Therese and her beau Jason were game from the moment we said go on this epic Trash the Dress adventure in the Riviera Maya, Mexico! This gorgeous red-head was all bounds of energy and Jason was such…

Destination Wedding Kore Tulum

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Kore Tulum Retreat Wellness Resort set the scene for the gorgeous wedding of Nicole and Jim were married in early February. The lovers are from Pennsylvania, so a destination wedding was the ideal way to escape the winter snow and enjoy some…

Riviera Maya Photography Cenote and Beach Trash the Dress – Janet and Ryan

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Janet and Ryan considered a Destination Wedding at the recommendation of a friend. They couldn't have been more delighted to share their love with us on a super sexy and fun Trash the Dress Session! We couldn't have asked for a better day…
Barcelo Destination Wedding

Riviera Maya Barcelo Destination Wedding – Kim and Mark

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  Kim and Mark had so many ideas for their Barcelo Wedding. They wanted something a little more traditional, yet with all of the flare that a Wedding in Mexico has to offer.  Between tuxes and beaches, they managed an elegant day with…

Al Cielo Hotel Riviera Maya

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This hotel is now now longer open.   Al Cielo Hotel was a boutique resort and events venue tucked away on the gorgeous white sandy beach of Xpu-Ha (Maya word for "morning dew") in the Riviera Maya. It is the epitome of intimacy and…
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Swimming with Whale Sharks with Del Sol Photography

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Swimming with whale sharks in the Yucatan Peninsula is a MUST for anyone looking for a huge encounter with nature. The ocean around the tip of the peninsula, near the islands of Holbox, Contoy and Isla Mujeres, is the destination of choice for…

Underwater Fashion | Cenote Mermaids by Matt Adcock

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"Everyone wants to be a Mermaid, DUH!" - Peyton West, age 8. Every so often, we spin our wheels of creativity and play with subject matter that is a bit "out of this world" such as underwater fashion photography / cenote trash the dress sessions…