It is always so special to have 3 generations of family join in the shoots. Hurray for grandparents!

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Discover the magic of Ashley and Ben’s love story through our lens at Picture This Studios.

Capturing the joy and connection of their engagement, ensuring every moment lasts a lifetime.

From vows to celebrations, our skilled photographers immortalized every detail of their special day.

Preserving the anticipation and love during Ashley’s maternity shoot, embracing the uniqueness of this fleeting time.

Witness the heartfelt moments as Ashley and Ben embrace their newborn son, beautifully captured by Picture This Studios.

Let us frame your unique journey, turning fleeting moments into everlasting memories. Picture This Studios: Your moments, our expertise.

A simple ceremony on a sunny day. This beautiful couple was surrounded by her children and their friends, and even cuter her son walked her down the aisle. The ceremony was held at the Meridian under a gorgeous arch by The Flower Del and ceremony by Simply Weddings under the shade of a casurina tree. Then of course we took advantage of the perfect Cayman day and the quiet stretch of 7-Mile and took some blue water and blue sky photos.

Photography by: Heather Holt Photography

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This family was just glowing with love for each other, there was a certain sparkle in their eyes that just showed how much they loved and cared for each other. Even brother and sister were happy and playing and soaking up the fun to of the photo shoot.

Spotts Beach is such a great place to shoot because it had it all! The interesting cliffs and rocky shore, the white sand beach, palm trees groves and of course the dock. A shoot here will give so much diversity in backgrounds you will have so many lovely family memories.

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I really enjoy taking the time to take emotive photos with a couple, let them be themselves and just love each other. These kind of weddings are ideal for this. After the ceremony it’s just them and the photographer. You could see the love in the eyes of Brittany & Scott, and it’s wonderful not only to capture this, but to witness this love and joy first hand. Congratulations guys!

Thomas Williamson

A harsh contrast to the soft, sandy beaches along Seven Mile, the Blow Holes, located towards East End, is a scenic spot with the most dramatic waves on the island. Here, the strong waves hitting the south side of the island, get trapped under the complex iron-shore and are pushed out, creating an epic blow-hole effect. Definitely worth a visit for a selfie, just don’t stand too close!

Now on the North side of the Island, right in the top corner after Rum Point you will find Starfish Point. A tranquil, quiet spot surrounded by trees, with shallow, clear water where you can find the famous starfish. Since the water here is so calm, you can simply walk in and admire these unique creatures. If you do pick one up however, just be sure to not take it out of the water as this can suffocate them.

Just keep your hands under the water and wait as they relax into your hand!

Starfish point can be accessed either by driving around towards Rum Point, or many Charter companies provide tour to Starfish Point, along with other points around the Island like Stingray City.

Crystal Sea Charters Tours
Red Sail Cayman Tours

Formerly known as the Turtle Farm the Cayman Turtle Center definitely makes the Best Things to do in Cayman List. This is a whole day out with everything for the whole family!

Yes they have an amazing pool with a water slide, yes they have a snorkelling lagoon with fish and turtles, yes there is a play park, yes there is a bird sanctuary where you can feed the birds, yes there are Turtle tanks where you can hold a Turtle and get that unique photo, yes there is even a crocodile and… no you won’t believe how big the adult turtles get!

Just bring a towel and your swimsuit, they provide everything else.

Visit Cayman Turtle Center

We love to eat and we are certainly spoilt for choice on the Island from Gourmet Chefs to an outdoor jerk chicken BBQ stand we have it all. Camana Bay has some of the top restaurants with Alfresco dining set in beautiful landscapes where the kids can run around and play in the Fountain while you enjoy a relaxing meal.

But if you’re looking for a more authentic Cayman Islands dish you can try fish fry, curried goat or jerk chicken at Heritage Kitchen in West Bay, or Grape Tree Cafe in Bodden Town.

Heritage Kitchen
Grape Tree Cafe

It’s not all about the beaches in the Cayman Islands. For a peaceful and insightful experience take a Kayak tour through the Mangroves. You will learn a lot about this spectacular ecosystem that surrounds and protects the Island.

Whilst paddling along the North Side, not only will you learn about how the Mangroves grow, but how it affects the biology of the surrounding area. You will also get to see the famous “upside-down” jellyfish, and maybe some Green Iguanas enjoying the sunrays.

Book a Mangrove Kayak Tour with Cayman Sea Elements

The Queen Elizabeth II Royal Botanic Park hosts a huge array of tropical plants and woodland walks through natural environments of Grand Cayman. As well as showcasing and preserving plants, they also hold Blue Iguana Habitat; the centre for the National Trust’s Blue Iguana Recovery Program.

Unique to the Cayman Islands, these beautiful lizards are sadly endangered. Fortunately, Blue Iguana Habitat in the Botanic Park works to breed the Blue Iguanas, feeding them their natural diet and when ready release them into the wild. You can see this wonderful creatures on a guided tour through the habitat where you can get up close and learn all about them.

For more info visit botanic-park.ky

On the Northside of Grand Cayman you can witness ancient, natural formations on a tour through the breath-taking Crystal Caves. Learn interesting facts about the stone formations on a guided tour through the magnificent stalagmite and stalactite crystal structures.

Located within a mass of tropical vegetation, here Grand Cayman feels more like Jurassic Park than a small, beachy island! Unlike caves in other parts of the world, the Crystal Caves can get very warm and humid, so be sure to wear breathable clothes and decent footwear.

For more information and to book a tour of the Crystal Caves visit caymancrystalcaves.com

The Cayman Islands may be small but you can still go for a hike here. The Mastic Trail is an expansive nature walk through a reserve of plants, trees & wildlife unique to the Cayman Islands. Tucked away in the middle of the east side of Grand Cayman off Frank Sound Rd, the Mastic Trail feels very detached from the sandy beaches and the busy streets of George Town and Camana Bay.

Best paired with a knowledgeable guide, you will learn lots about the nature of the Cayman Islands, you may see rare birds passing by and you’ll enjoy a good hike off the beaten path. Best wear decent walking shoes/sneakers rather than flip flops!

For more information visit NationalTrust.org.ky/mastic-trail-tour

Not feeling up for try Scuba Diving but want to see what the world below is like? With Atlantis Submarines you can journey deep into the Cayman seas on a real submarine tour. The Cayman Islands has some of the best conditions in the world for exploring underwater, and the guides on the Atlantis Submarine Tours have an extensive knowledge of the sea-life, fish and coral that the Cayman Islands has to offer.

For more information and to book a Submarine Tour visit CaymanIslandsSubmarines.com

Many people visiting or living in the Cayman Islands will have come from much bigger parts of the world, with a lot more people, cars, buildings and a byproduct of all these – light pollution. Because of this many people don’t get to see the stars very clearly. Since the Cayman Islands are much smaller compared to other civilizations around the Caribbean and North America we have far less light pollution and get to see the stars quite clearly, perfect for a Cayman Islands Photographer.

Around the middle of each month, during the new moon, the Cayman Islands Astronomy Society host a star gazing event at Pedro St James’ Castle. Not only do you get to see the stars and planets clearly through their telescopes, but they can let you know all about constellations in the night sky.

For more information visit the Cayman Astronomy Facebook Group
Click here for more information on Pedro St James’ Castle

If you’re planning a visit to Cayman it is well worth exploring the opportunity to start Scuba Diving. Whether you are certified or a total beginner, Cayman has the top diving operators in the world.

The Cayman Islands are known for being one of the top dive locations in the world and you don’t even have to go that deep. From an easy resort dive to a full on multiple dive schedule Cayman has you covered. Some of our favourite dive spots are the caves at Eden Rock and the Kittewake Shipwreck dive. If you’re feeling adventurous you could venture out on a boat dive from Eastend to swim with sharks!

Visit DiveTech.com to book a boat dive to the Kittiwake Shipwreck

It is called the Cayman Islands after all! Both much smaller and quieter than Grand Cayman, but both offer unique experiences. The smallest of the 3 islands; Little Cayman is known for its quiet and beautiful sandy beaches, with no one in site.

You can even kayak, paddle or swim over to Owens Island where you can snorkel in clear, shallow water. Owens Island is even visible from beautiful resorts like Southern Cross Club, which also offer fun activities such as fishing and scuba diving.

Perhaps the more contrasting of the three islands, Cayman Brac has a prehistoric feel to it. The Bluff, a breathtaking limestone cliff that runs the length of the island, contains many interesting caves, and has perfect spots for rock climbing. Rock Iguana Ltd. offer tours with activities such as climbing, rafting and even Yoga.

Arguably one the Cayman Islands lesser known but one of the most amazing attractions is the Bioluminescence Kayak Tour at night. Bioluminescence are microorganisms that emit light, and the Cayman Islands is one of the best places to see this extraordinary spectacle. As they only emit a small amount of light, to see them at their best, you need to go during the new moon when there is little to no light.

You can enjoy this beautiful display from the comfort of a Kayak, or if you really want to enjoy the light display at it’s best you need to get in the water! Don’t be afraid though, these microorganisms are harmless. You will see them creating unearthly patterns of light around your hands whilst you move around in the water.

Visit CaymanKayaks.com to book a Bioluminescent Kayak Tour

And last but not least, the Cayman Island’s most famous tourist attraction – Stingray City. A shallow sandbar in the middle of the North Sound sea where you can hang out with Stingrays. Take a boat trip out with Red Sail Sports and visit these bizarre creatures in a relaxing and unique setting. Although Stingrays are usually quite shy, they’re actually really friendly. At Stingray City they enjoy interacting with people and even having a kiss!

But if you’re feeling especially adventurous you can even dive with the Stingrays at the deeper part of Stingray City.

Book a tour to Stingray City with Red Sail Cayman

So your big day is coming up? For months and months you have been planning every little detail of your special day: the venue, the invites, the decor, the food, the seating plan, the list goes on… Typically, excitement and anxiety levels equally reach their peak in the days before the big day and when the wedding day is finally here, many couples describe it as a total blur. And it’s not hard to understand why – with so many people and overwhelming emotions it is often difficult for the couple to truly take in every little moment of their special day.

That’s why a photographer is always considered a mandatory item on the “wedding checklist”. No doubt that he/she will capture all those memories that will remind you of your day, make for beautiful thank you cards and decorate the walls in your home for years to come… but what about those beautiful vows, the sound of the waves in the background or the song for your first dance? While your photographer will certainly capture many of those special details and emotions, here are 7 reasons why you should think of a video team as an absolute must for your special day:

1. Capture those subtle moments

Seeing your grandmother’s emotional reaction as you say your vows or noticing your aunt wiping the chocolate cake off your little cousin’s face are just two examples of what can be captured by your video team. And often it’s those “in-between” moments that are so special but also so easily missed.

2.  See and hear true emotion

There is no doubt that photographs can capture emotion beautifully, but what about the sounds that simply cannot be captured in a photograph, such as your vows, the reception music, meaningful toasts or your dad’s speech?

3. Share your special day with your loved ones overseas

In today’s world we often find our family and friends scattered across cities, countries or even continents and while we would love to have absolutely everyone with us, unfortunately that is not always possible. Sharing your wedding video with your friends and family abroad is the closest they can get to experiencing the day as if they were there in person. Whether you create a dedicated website for your family or simply share your wedding video on social media, it’s the easiest way to let them be a part of your special day.

4. Don’t save on the things that truly matter

You’ve spent countless hours planning, preparing, anticipating and spending money to make your big day perfect.  As a bride, you’ll never wear your wedding dress again and you will most likely never get all those people closest to your heart in the same location again – you simply deserve to have the best way to remember it.

5. Moving images “move” people

Ever met someone who doesn’t like watching movies? Probably not – that is because films move people. Your favourite film can inspire you, provoke you or move you to tears. Moving images and sound simply engage your senses on a deeper level than a still photo, which creates lasting impressions on people. Why would you not want to capture your wedding this way?

6. Watch it again and again and again

While you can’t hang your wedding video on your wall and see it every day like you can with your photos, you can find special times like your anniversary, family gatherings or special holidays to watch it again and let all the memories come flooding back. Your wedding video can make a special occasion even more special or in more difficult times bring support by reminding you of all the reasons for choosing each other in the first place.  

7. Preserving and sharing memories for generations to come

Have you ever wished there was a wedding film from your parents’ or grandparents’ wedding that you could watch or show to your own kids? Years from now… imagine sitting down with your children and grandchildren and sharing your wedding film with them.

Still not convinced that a video team is a “must-have” for your big day? Don’t take our word for it –  simply read what our recently married clients have to say about us or have a look at some of our work.

“Jason did our wedding video and it is an absolute dream!!! Jason was with us the whole day and made the videoing process so easy and free. He stayed with us the whole day and made sure to get in what we considered the most important moments of the day. (One being my father’s speech at our reception) When we got the video back, we couldn’t believe how Jason’s artistic eye and editing skills came to life! We shared the video with our family members who live abroad who could not make it and one of the best comments we received was, “Well, we were so sorry that we couldn’t make it, but the video made us feel like we were really there!” I CANNOT thank Jason enough! We will cherish it always!” – Jenna

“Tom’s work is beautiful! The music he put with the film was absolutely perfect and we are so happy with our video. Thank you!” – Shara Anderson

“It’s beautiful Jason, the colors when we’re on the beach and the last shot where Dad is walking me to Sean are so pretty, thank you so much.” – Emily Lehmann

At Picture This Studios, we don’t just record your wedding, we work tirelessly to create an emotion-filled, cinematic wedding film. We pride ourselves in producing something that lets you relive your special day in the most amazing way. If you’re planning a wedding here in the Cayman Islands, here is how you can get in touch:

Email: admin@picturethis.ky
Call: +1 345-943-3686

Visit picturethis.ky/cinematography for more details on our video services.

When I met up with Amanda and Ben I was happy to see how relaxed they were, yet wanted me to help them get some memorable wedding photos. As the whole wedding was taking place at the Kimpton Seafire Resort, I knew there would be plenty of opportunities to get some stunning images. Their first look around the modern architecture of the resort worked so well, followed by their ceremony on the beach and some beautiful family moments as the sun set. I couldn’t be happier!

Thomas Williamson