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Hi, My name is Greer Rivera.

       This blog documents my life as a professional photographer, it includes photos from recent shoots, offers helpful tips for your wedding, island info, as well as my personal and travel imagery.

My business is based on St.John, US Virgin Islands where I spend my winters, and Martha's Vineyard where I grew up and still return for summers. 

       I believe photography should be natural, classic, clean and simple.  Whether photographing weddings, kids, families, or commercial assignments, I create organic editorial imagery with a genuine life-stylistic approach that is full of energy.

More of my work can be viewed by checking out my website: greerrivera.com

To view images from your session please visit our Client Proofing section. 

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Lindsay and Jeorry are the coolest!  We had a blast shooting their engagement session at Cinnamon Bay.  Lindsay's family had rented a motor yacht, which they do every year, and travel through the BVI and USVI.


Lindsay and Jeorry have known each other since 6th grade and are on their seventh year as a couple.  As Lindsay said it was worth the wait! 


Here are a few of my faves, there are a lot! 


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The Linnens Family was gracious enough to join me for a sunrise shoot...yea like 5 AM! Craziness!  They were actually more than willing to come out to the east end of the island with me for a great time! 

There's lots more cute photos, photoshop does not want to save for me right now... I'll try to add a few more later.  

Love this one! 
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A little time alone for Mom and Dad. 
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Look at those lips. So cute! 
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Coming soon: Lindsay and Jeorry's Engagement session
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I found this online and thought it might be helpful to some deciding whether to stick to traditions or go the contemporary route.


"When it comes to weddings, who says you have to follow all the rules? Sure, if you want to stick with some classic traditions, go for it. But we believe that less is more, so it's time to reevaluate the old-school ways of saying "I do." The more you simplify, the more you'll be able to focus on the really important stuff for your big day..."


Matching Bridesmaids  Chances are the friends, sisters and cousins you've selected to be in your bridal party aren't all of identical make-and-model. One's a tall lanky brunette, another is a short curvy blonde. So outfitting them all in the exact same dress means there's a good chance someone is going to look awkward (at best) and awful (at worst). Instead, try doing different dresses in one color or a colorful array of complementary shades.


Big Bridal Parties  Since there can be lots of posturing and jockeying for these prime positions with the bride and groom, keep the bridal party small to avoid potential quibbles (and even all-out wars!). Plus, with a more intimate group you'll save money on gifts for the bridesmaids and groomsmen.  


Seeing Each Other Before the Ceremony  In the days of arranged marriages the couple's parents forbid the couple to see each other in fear they would think the other was ugly and run away, this obviously isn't an issue these days.  Seeing each other hours before the ceremony in a meeting called the "First Look" can relieve stress and give you plenty of time for photographs in nice light before the ceremony. This is especially helpful for sunset ceremonies. 


Long Vows  Be kind to your guests by keeping your vows on the shorter side. This is especially important if your ceremony is under the blazing sun without umbrellas or fans. Say what you want to say, but don't bore your guests!


Throwing Rice  Does a blushing bride really want to be doused by a storm of hard little pellets that end up getting stuck in her hair, veil, gown, and worse, inside her shoes? Not the most comfortable situation when she's whooping it up to "Brick House" on the dance floor.  Try rose petals as a alternative.


Assigned Seating  Guests get miserable if they're stuck at a table away from the people they really want to hang with. Cocktail-style settings with open seating and lots of grazing are more inviting and lively. And you'll save money and migraines by ditching elaborate seating charts and place cards. 

Expensive Wedding Favors  Weddings aren't about giving showy gifts; they're about celebrating your love with your loved ones. None of your guests expect pricey parting gifts. If you want to show your appreciation, leave a short, sincere note on each place setting thanking them for being there. Or let them know that a donation to a meaningful charity has been made in their name.

Throwing the Bouquet  Nothing in life -- not the SAT's, not parallel parking during our drivers' test, not meeting our boyfriend's parents for the first time -- can compare to the pressure of being a single gal expected to push, pull, and pummel to catch that doggone bridal bouquet. Enough already.

Removing the Garter  Kind of cheesy, right? Kind of grope-y? Kind of I-don't-want-to-have-to-holler-like-a-frat-boy-as-he-runs-his-hands-up-her-thigh?

Drunken Toasts  Oh, the joy, the tenderness, the humiliation of an old-fashioned toast given by someone who has had a few too many sips of bubbly. Talk to your talkers ahead of time and let them know you'd like them to keep it sweet...and sober.

Leaving For the Honeymoon the Morning After  After all the planning and partying, it's nice to take a pause before heading off to paradise. There's so much to think about when leaving town. Give yourselves a day or two or even longer to get organized. You need an extra breath before jetting off and finally melting into relaxation mode.




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You can see Alexis and Tom's Wedding day right below this post, but I decided to split their photos into two posts since it was two separate days.  We had so much fun and had a lot of time to just play around during their day after session.  I love doing these sessions because we get to just relax and shoot some really fun, romantic and artistic photos. 


This is one of my faves from the day!
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Throw her in! hah
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I like how this one is so different and doesn't look like St.John at all. 
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Another favorite.
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Bride in a tree.
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These two are so romantic...
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And then they got in the water...
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I had so much fun shooting Alexis and Tom...Again! They were truly up for anything and totally relaxed in front of the camera. I have the coolest clients! 


Coming soon: Linnens Family Portrait

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Rani says:

Love the Bride in the Tree , Great Pics

(05.19.09 @ 10:30 AM)
jennifer says:

wooweee what a gorgeous bride and beautiful couple, great location, lighting and colors

(05.15.09 @ 06:35 PM)
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Alexis and Tom were married a couple weeks ago at Hawksnest Bay on the North shore of St.John.  They had a intimate ceremony with a reception at Vistaero Villa.  They also scheduled a day after session with me...coming up next!


Their rings were so beautiful I couldn't decide which photo I liked better. 
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Alexis looked so elegant.
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Love this shot as she gets ready to see Tom for the first time before the ceremony. 
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And they finally see each other! 
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Applying some lip gloss in the car right before the ceremony.
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It was a gorgeous day and I LOVED the pink umbrellas all the guests had.
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Happy tears!
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Back at the villa during their reception. 
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Next up: Alexis and Tom's day after session! 
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