Two grooms, two brides, and everyone who traveled to be there.
This town has welcomed same-sex couples for a long time. People marry on the beach, in a villa above the bay, or in an old hacienda.
I photograph these weddings the way I photograph every wedding, without staging anything. I watch the day as it happens, the families, the friends, what goes on when nobody is posing.
“Michelle and I grew up thinking we would never be able to marry the person of our dreams so, when marriage equality happened, we both knew that when the right person came along, we would celebrate in a BIG way. Julien Leveau captured the beauty, expressions and details of our celebration in ways that allow us to relive each moment over and over again. We’re so very happy we chose Julien for this epic life event.” Marina de la Torre, Michelle & Marina’s wedding at the St. Regis Punta Mita. Google review, May 2022.
“Got married in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico a month ago and could not have done it without Julien! His way of capturing photos and creative vision is unmatched. He truly captures raw emotions! We cannot even pick a single photo that is our favorite because they all are! Will definitely be using him again next time we are in PVR.” Akia Davis, Akia & Jessyca’s wedding at Villa Verde. Google review, June 2022.
Three days of celebration with their friends, from Puerto Vallarta to Punta Mita.
Cream suits, a stone path, the sea below.
Pale blue, sage green and birds of paradise.
They reaffirmed their love after 17 years together.
A wedding in the middle of the rainy season.
Their wedding, in three and a half minutes.
Yes. The weddings on this page are some of them, from Michelle & Marina at the St. Regis Punta Mita to Anthony & Farzad at Casa Karma.
Because couples marry here openly, and venues, planners and musicians are used to these weddings. Same-sex marriage is legal throughout Mexico.
Just as it happens. I fade into the background, I don't direct anyone, and I only ask for a few minutes with the two of you when the light is beautiful, if you'd like.
Yes. A camerawoman, a sound assistant and a drone pilot work beside me, one team for photo and film.
