I can’t think of a couple with whom I would rather have spent my last wedding of 2010. Erin, Ben and the rest of their family and friends were as much fun to be around as they were to photograph. The love they all have for one another was inspiring to be a part of. It just goes to show you never know who you’re going to meet at a freshman year dorm room party!
The wedding was held on the beach in San Pancho and the reception at Mar Plata. The coordination was handled by Gaby and Memo of Mar Weddings. Erin wore Nicole Miller with Stuart Weitzman sandals and Ben wore J.Crew.














While Erin and Ben were getting ready I ran to Mar Plata to get these ring shots. I love the one on the right with the metal heart.












They opted to see each other before the wedding which, as I’ve said before, I love because it gives us more time for photos together. After the first look we took the wedding party over to the ruins in San Pancho to get some group shots.




























It was just a tad overgrown and unfortunately there were some prickers which didn’t play nicely with the girls’ dresses. Luckily they were all good sports and willing to give a little for the photos to come out amazing!














































After cocktails at Villa Roja it was on to Mar Plata for the reception.
























I’m not going to say who, but someone who is now the proud owner of a pink and white Lucha Libre mask owes me some photos of him/her in said mask in LA. Just saying…






I love Hava Nagila. It always gets everyone riled up and ready for a party!










I apologize to any of my other brides and grooms, but these guys rocked the photobooth harder than anyone before. It was so hard for me to pick favorites to blog that I have to include more than usual.






















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Erin Harris - Hi Jillian,
Thanks so much for the suggestions! I shoot with a Canon 60D (but am drooling over the 5d II) so I will look into the flashes that Canon sells along with a softbox. I assume that makes the flash look less harsh? Thanks again!!
admin - Hi Erin! Congratulations on your first wedding! That’s very exciting. For my night shots I use a variety of equipment depending on the situation. I have three Nikon flashes that I use. One on camera and one or two off camera. Usually I have the off camera flash in a small softbox that my assistant holds and can easily move around the dancefloor and reception area. If I am shooting a destination wedding I often shoot alone and will only use on camera flash or set up the softbox on a lightstand. Hope that helps!
Erin Harris - Hi Jillian!
We met when you shot my sister, Allie (and Jeff’s) wedding in Sayulita last summer. I LOVE following your blog. You are SO talented!…
I think I told you that I have my own fledgling photo biz….I do mostly children/newborn/engagement/senior photots…..But I just booked a destination wedding in St. Thomas. I am super excited but since I only do natural photography I am not so sure about the night stuff…..would you mind telling me what equipment you use for these beautiful nighttime shots at the parties??? Thanks! Erin
katie barrett - wow these pictures are so amazing, it makes me want to pack up and move to mexico….keep up the amazing work!! x
Ben & Erin - Amazing, amazing photos. We really couldn’t be happier Jill, thank you so much. You really captured the spirit of the day, from start to finish. The shots at the ruins came out great and were worth every thorn and you really made the most of our roadside stop on the way there. Quick thinking!
Not only was the photo booth a great source of pictures, it was also a great addition to the party. We all had a blast with the costumes (as you can clearly see,) and we really appreciate you staying longer to keep the fun going.
Jessica - Great shots! Love the photobooth pictures, especially the one with the dog.
Also very strange coincidence – I wore the same dress, and Brian wore the same J. Crew suit, I think!