Paula + David’s Cartagena Wedding

by Alex Rodriguez on April 20, 2009

This past weekend I had an unbelievable time photographing Paula & David’s destination wedding in Cartagena Colombia. It was awesome to see their dream wedding become a reality. After many months of planning together with their closest friends and family they said their vows and exchanged rings at Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo in the center of Cartagena’s old city. Following the ceremony Paula, David and all of their guests took a stroll through the old city to the sounds of live music. We ended the walk at Casa Quero where the music and dancing continued till sunrise!

Personal Favorite!

Following the Vallenato at 1 AM the dancing really kicked into high gear with the the start of ‘La Hora Loca’ (Crazy Hour) a non-stop hour of fast paced, high energy carnival like atmosphere. It was awesome!

Paula & David thank you for making us a part of your wedding and best of all for making Becker, Rodrigo and I feel at home. And finally major thanks to Becker and Rodrigo for coming out to Cartagena with me for this awesome wedding. I am grateful for la boda de Paula y David and looking forward to my next wedding in Cartagena in a few weeks.

Rehearsal Dinner: Sibaris (Best Paella I have ever had!)
Ceremony: Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo
Venue: Casa Quero
Catering: Adriana Santos
Music and Lighting: Playa Producciones
Flowers: William Baena
Gown: Paloma Blanca
Cake: Ideas Dulces
Event Coordinator: Itala Isabel Vásquez Vilar – ‘Mi Boda en Cartagena’

Fun Facts
Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo opened October 7, 1736. For those of you that are Formula 1 and NASCAR fans this is the same church Juan Pablo Montoya and Connie Freydell were married at in 2002.

{ 30 comments… read them below or add one }

Todd Good April 20, 2009 at 2:21 pm

What an amazing experience Alex, looks like you guys had some serious fun! The church is one of kind, love the old world architecture and colors! Beautiful set of images!!!

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Spencer April 20, 2009 at 2:22 pm

This wedding looks like it was SO much fun! I love the tender moments you’ve captured. And, wow! Would you look at that sanctuary! Incredible!

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Patty April 20, 2009 at 2:22 pm

Wow, Alex! Truly gorgeous! I love the colourful images and the evening light on the streets of Cartagena…

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jenny del campo April 20, 2009 at 3:02 pm

WOW! Alex!
these are just AMAZING!!! you out do yourself with each wedding!

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Armin April 20, 2009 at 5:00 pm

Dude way cool shots, the energy is totally high in these images! Looked like a big party, nice job you guys! And way cool JPM married there too, I’m an F1 fan so I “get it” =)

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Paula April 20, 2009 at 6:00 pm

Alex – These are awesome! Thanks to you, Rodrigo and Becker for being so fun and patient. We had a blast and hope you guys did too. Can’t wait to see the rest!

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Zely April 20, 2009 at 6:10 pm

Amazing, one of my favorites of all your work, even though is very hard to choose.

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Zely April 20, 2009 at 6:11 pm

Beautiful, beautiful church!

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gilcelia April 20, 2009 at 6:48 pm

beautiful shots! looks like the party was fun!

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David Acuna April 20, 2009 at 8:33 pm

Awesome time Alex… and photos… It really look like you had a blast and somehow it is transformed into your work. My best to you!

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Karilyn April 21, 2009 at 7:08 am

WOW WOW WOW! Those are amazing….great job, once again! :) That is definitely one lucky couple to have such spectacular memories all caught on camera.

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Warren Williams April 21, 2009 at 7:17 am

Beautiful set of photos, a pleasure to see as always Alex

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luis faustino April 21, 2009 at 9:32 am

Your personal favorite is my personal fav too!

Great shot!

Congrats, they all look terrific!

Cheers,
Luis Faustino
site: luis-faustino.com
blog: dublx.blogspot.com

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Karin von Voigtlander April 21, 2009 at 10:13 am

Your favorite is my favorite too!! Just amazing Alex!!

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ramil April 21, 2009 at 10:33 am

such beautiful images! very nicely done…

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Kristina Provinsal April 21, 2009 at 10:38 am

Wonderful colors, the spirit of the wedding is alive in your photos! SOOO well done Alex!

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Deise April 21, 2009 at 11:18 am

Wow! awesome pictures alex!!!
# 9 is my fave

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Mi Boda en Cartagena – Wedding Planner April 22, 2009 at 10:57 am

Hi Alex! Love your pictures and definitely love you guys! I went to visit you on sunday but you were already in the plane :-) I had a great time with Rodrigo, Becker and you… and I’m sure you are going to be in Cartagena again soon! Great photographer! Need your e-mail, we all ready have couples interested!!! Itala

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Juniet April 23, 2009 at 11:53 am

Wow, what AMAZING shots. Cartagena is absolutely beautiful. You have such a great variety of shots. It must have been a blast shooting this wedding!!!

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Tina-Louise April 28, 2009 at 5:18 pm

Wow. I love these photos! The church is amazing and the gold altar is so similar to the Yucatan church I just visited last week in Izmal. Gorgeous. I’m a fan of you work for sure! Beautiful bride shots. :)

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Eddie Bojorquez (Studio 512) April 28, 2009 at 8:12 pm

Awesome stuff, man. I LOVE the one of them walking, especially.

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Eddie Bojorquez (Studio 512) April 28, 2009 at 8:13 pm

…with everybody behind them.
ha ha…

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marie moyers June 7, 2009 at 8:27 am

beautiful stuff Alex!!

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Justin June 10, 2009 at 4:33 am

There are some beautiful photos from this wedding. Love the colors. Awesome!

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Tova June 21, 2009 at 1:11 am

Such great candid photos!! Fantastic work.

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swansea wedding photographer November 8, 2009 at 5:52 pm

stunning colour in your photos. superb.

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Alex Rodriguez November 8, 2009 at 7:56 pm

Thanks!

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Rodolfo Arpia November 18, 2009 at 12:02 pm

Talking about awesome venues!
This is fantastic!

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Fotografo Matrimonio October 2, 2010 at 2:13 am

Really nice shots. Well done. Some great still lifes!!!

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Chelsea Patricia (Atlanta Wedding Photographer) December 9, 2011 at 6:48 pm

Beautiful details in the dress–and OH MY GOODNESS, the bright colors are just awesome!

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