When your union is sealed during an ongoing pandemic, something is empowering and unwavering about it. You chose to rise above and beyond just to make it happen, making it even more special. Paula is gorgeous, and Nico is striking. They look phenomenal in their individual shots, but the magic unfolds when their photos are taken together. There is an unexplainable spark and glitter in their eyes, something magical and pure that happens with every glance.

A ceremony shot in the cool October (almost November) breeze of Baguio, Paula, and Nico’s wedding is one of the biggest events we have captured during a global crisis. The clear blue sky contrasts the refreshing greens and delicate details of the wedding itself. The harmony of the elements and the symphony of natural colors and emotions surrounded this still intimate and very elegant milestone for Paula and Nico. It was emotional yet candid, mixing laughter and happy tears. Nico’s smile and anticipation were palpable in the captured shots, a true man of the hour waiting for the love of his life. Paula was such a vision in her immaculate gown, surrounded by her entourage in varying shades of red. If you also recognize the influence and authority of those in attendance, you’d feel safe, secure, and proud. All of these made the event absolutely picturesque and memorable – indeed for everyone who attended but primarily for me, as their photographer. 

I’m grateful to Paula and Nico for their trust and love, and I recognize their determination to make things happen, to make their wedding happen in a way they’ve always dreamed of. For a brief moment here, we were away from it all, and everything – the place, the people, and the feelings – felt perfectly right.

Photo: Oly Ruiz
Make-Up: Mark Qua
Hair: Aries Manal
Coordination: Metro Eventscape Planners
Event Stylist: Nikki Chatto