Testimonials

The entire experience was beyond amazing and the imagery produced is absolutely breathtaking. Thank you again Sebi Messina for making my birthday SPECIAL & FABULOUS!!! 🥳 💕

I have seen other photographers who proposed the same underwater concept, but none of them came close to the quality I found with Sebi. Now that I have seen what has come out of my photoshoot, I am even more convinced that I have made the best choice by choosing him and his wonderful team!!! 📸💕

Wow what can I say Sebi is amazing! He not only takes amazing photos he puts you at ease and coaches you perfectly. I decided I wanted to do something special and different for my 40th birthday and so glad I found Sebi. The Cenote is stunning, such a beautiful place, Sebi takes his time to make you feel comfortable and safe with your surroundings. I had such a great time and I can’t believe how awesome the photos are. If you are wondering whether to give this a go, then you must. You won’t regret it. Everything about this experience is perfect, from the initial booking, communication is great, advise how to get there etc all crystal clear, like the water in the Cenote! Thanks again for an unreal experience, Nina x

Beware of cheap competitors!!! - I must say that I love Mexico. When I planned my last trip to Akumal, Tulum area, I came across some underwater photos taken in the cenotes. It wasn’t the first time I had seen some of them, but the ones I saw that night looked spectacular and far superior to anything I had seen before and I wanted to try this. I ended up booking two separate photoshoots 📸 at two different cenotes.

I won’t go into praise because I think the images are worth more than a thousand words (perhaps someone else had already said it before me…). But Sebi Messina’s work is truly extraordinary. He is a madman with an attention to detail that is hard to imagine. Beware of cheap competitors!!! His work is worth every penny. I wish everyone an experience like this, and I'll definitely be back to do it again.” It is a memory for life. Once in a lifetime! Or twice ?

How amazing it was to work with Sebi and his wife Yadira. He was so patient with us and made the entire experience unforgettable. Yadira’s understanding of color theory, and attention to detail will make you feel like you are shooting for Vogue or something. Their loving, family-like energy also made us super comfortable while stepping out and trying something so foreign. The most impressive part is how creative they are navigating every swim level. One person in our set cannot swim at all, but they found locations, ledges, and other ways to help them safely enjoy the experience. We also got to take some gorgeous photos above ground beforehand, so I have no question we will get plenty of frame-worthy pictures. I don't think there are enough words to fully capture the experience's essence, but it is very much once in a lifetime and super unique. If you can, you should book a day with them.

Sebi and his family were amazing!! They make you feel so comfortable in the water and are extremely helpful!! It was a very memorable experience and I will definitely do it again!!My photos came out beautiful!!

You may think that this is simply a photography session, but it was so much more for me. My experience with Sebi was amazing, inspiring, and uplifting, incorporating some empowerment and a little bit of healing. Sebi is a kind soul with a passion to make his subjects feel beautiful through his work. I highly recommend him.

Sebi & his wife both were so sweet, patient, and understanding. I’m not much of a swimmer, definitely had to adjust in the water & the environment as a whole but Sebi was so patient with me while I adjusted and helped a lot with my breathing before going under. There were times I took longer to get myself together because I was so nervous but he constantly reassured me that it was ok. Lol, he even sang a song to help keep me laughing. His wife was very helpful with my dress and making sure I was comfortable as well. I’d definitely do the experience again and plan to book with them again when I return to Tulum! :-)

A friend of mine had her photos done by Sebi and spoke highly of him. I was mesmerized by her photos. It quickly became one of those bucket list items. I finally went to Mexico, alone and mainly to do this photography shoot. Sebi and his family did not disappoint. I deal with body dysmorphic disorder and low self-esteem, which made it that much harder for Sebi. I must say that he made me feel comfortable and was gracious to try to understand my feelings. If in doubt, just go! You won't be disappointed.

Dear Cristina, In all sincerity I must tell you that I had no perception, either during the photoshoot or afterwards, of either body dysmorphic disorder or low self esteem. I am aware, however, that, surprisingly, our underwater photoshoots for some are a burst of energy and an injection of positivity that sometimes give a sense of optimism in those who do them. And that is precisely because of their having been able to do something they didn't think they were capable of. Which is no small thing. I think at least in part this has happened for you as well. And I'm very happy about that. Thank you again for modeling underwater with us.

Wow! Sebi, his wife and assistant help to make my 45th birthday extra special and memorable. The whole underwater Photoshoot experience was absolutely amazing. Easy to communicate with from ordering the package to modeling underwater. I felt very comfortable the entire time (not required to be a swimmer)in Mexico. Not to mention my pictures are breathtaking. Stop questioning “if” you should do and schedule your experience TODAY! Looking forward to scheduling a trash the dress session with future hubby in 2024. Thanks Sebi & team

I had a phenomenal experience! I’m not an avid swimmer but feel comfortable enough under the water for a few seconds. Mr. Messina and his wife filled in the gap for any time I was unsure!

Always appreciative of the information posted in Facebook travel groups. I’m hoping to help someone else if/when traveling to Playa del Carmen, Cancun, or Tulum, MX. Plus, the pics are dope! 🥰 This is a MUST-have experience!

Sebi and his wife are amazing people! We chose the under water shoot and knew the results would be astonishing. Sebi is both professional and kind, and we would highly recommend our friends and family to go visit them! Thank you both for allowing us capture beautiful pictures and life long memories. We love you! Thank you and hope to see you again

Magical, Memorable, Magnificent Experience and Images!!!

In addition to the already exceptional work Sebi’s team did which I'll state later, what stood out to me were: the cenote they chose for the photoshoot, far more beautiful and breathtaking than other cenotes I went with my travel group, the props they carried for the photoshoot, the colorful fabrics, the floral swing, the ‘birthday cake’, the ‘number figures’… there happened to be other underwater photographers during my session and none had any props for their clients except Sebi! And the result… the colors, the lighting, the sun rays, the fish, the flowy fabrics and corals, the mirror-like reflection above and underwater, all pictures look so magical, like Alice’s wonderland underwater version. Although I booked the most basic mini-shoots package for myself only (not the bigger wedding package), Sebi and his wife Yadira were very patient and detail-oriented answering my endless yet sometimes weird questions with a great sense of humor before, during, and even after the photoshoot session. Sebi, Yadira, and Jorge the assistant took their time to teach me how to stay stable underwater and to make sure I was comfortable enough going/staying underwater before we started the shooting. They also went underwater first before each shoot to ensure all-natural lighting, background, and shooting angle were good/meeting their high standard quality before they told me to go underwater. They taught me (and even demo) how to pose and so patiently waited for me to take breaks and retook photos to get the best out of me. They always made me feel safe in the water and never made me feel rushed. Sebi is truly an amazing, talented, creative, passionate, professional artist/photographer who really cares about his clients and gave me an extraordinary fun experience and gorgeous pictures at the breathtaking cenote. I will be back with my daughter soon to have another photoshoot session with Sebi!

One of my bucket list items was to have an underwater photoshoot. I was in Tulum for my 50^th birthday a few weeks ago and I did it! Sebi Messina was awesome! He is so patient and his wife and assistant were so nice. He made sure I was comfortable in the water and relaxed. The cenote was beautiful! It was an experience I will never forget! If you’ve been contemplating on having an underwater photoshoot, don’t hesitate! Book “The Best” photographer @Sebi Messina

Last week my wife Tulasi and I had a couple underwater photoshoot with Sebi in a cenote. We saw his pictures on the web and were fascinated by them and decided to get the photoshoot done for my wife’s 50th birthday.

Sebi was very professional right from the start when we contacted him to the finish when he sent us the finished pictures a few days back. Professionalism, passion, perfection, and patience are words that aptly describe Sebi. We went an hour late, but he patiently waited, along with his pleasant wife Yadira and perky assistant Julio. We went to a very picturesque and placid cenote with pristine water, near Tulum.

My wife and I are not good swimmers, especially my wife was very apprehensive to get into the water, but Sebi trained us well and with a lot of patience, explained every pose, aided by Yadira we both had a great photoshoot, and in the end, my wife liked it so much, that she was not willing to get out of water.

The outcome is phenomenal. The pictures were pretty and vibrant. Thanks, Sebi for giving a precious and priceless gift (pictures) for my wife s 50th. Wishing you great success in the future.

Hi - my name is Heather Malloch and I did an underwater photo shoot with Sebi - it was amazing - I cannot recommend Sebit enough along with his wife and son they made the whole experience so easy and enjoyable. I was a bit scared at first but with his help and confidence it will be something I will treasure forever!

Incredible! - I cannot say enough good things about Sebi Messina Photography. Sebi did our underwater trash the dress shoot near Tulum, Mexico and it was everything we dreamed it would be. Sebi and his team were very professional and their attention to detail was very evident. Sebi is an artist. We have the most beautiful photographs that will last us forever. Huge thank you to Sebi and his team for making our dreams come to life.

We had a great time with Sebi. We enjoyed a lot during the photoshooting and the results were amazing. Sebi is not just a great photographer, but he is an artist! His work is impressive, we really recommend him!

Days after our wedding at Barcelo, we wanted to unwind and celebrate by doing a Trash The Dress photoshoot! Luckily, I was able to find the amazing work of Sebi Messina.

He and his crew were incredible to work with! My husband and I have NEVER done anything like this (we barely even swim together haha) but honestly, I could not recommend this experience enough!!! If you want a fun activity for both of you I HIGHLY recommend Sebi and his team. I felt like a mermaid and he somehow made me look like one in these pictures. He met us at the Cenote across the street from Barcelo, worked with us on how to "pose" under the water, and made us feel very comfortable the entire photoshoot even though we were totally out of our element.

Thanks again, Sebi !

One late night, I was searching online for something randomly and totally unrelated. I discovered this unique type of underwater photography and was so inspired. I immediately knew I wanted such an experience for my upcoming birthday. I instantly reached out to several photographers in the area and to my surprise, Sebi and his team responded to me within minutes and was very open-minded to implement some of my ideas and concepts. I was so amazed by the quality of the vivid images and booked immediately. On the day of my photoshoot, his beautiful wife and partner provided guidance and was so patient with me considering I’m not the best swimmer. After receiving the photos, it was much more than what I expected and absolutely worth it. Although this was a birthday present to myself, this magical experience was something even deeper and meaningful for my life, like learning to face my fears, trust my instincts, trust others and swim gracefully through the waters. This will be my new birthday tradition. Thank you Sebi, Yadira, and team.

I did an underwater photoshoot while on vacation with Sebi. He is a remarkable photographer. He was able to calm my anxiety in order to make it a wonderful experience that I will always treasure. The photos were beautiful. I wholeheartedly would recommend him.

After 4 years of going back to Playa del Carmen we couldn't pass the opportunity to do another session of photography underwater with the Best Photographer we have the pleasure to know Sebi Messina! He did my very amazing and memorable trash the dress session 4yrs ago! This time around we just had to go with him for my daughter's Snow White theme Quince 🍎. We couldn't be any more Happy with the outcome of the photos they are truly a one of a kind work of art!! The experience is indescribable! Sebi Messina and team are very professional and go above and beyond during the entire process 👏. My daughter and I had an amazing time, he made her feel very comfortable working with him, he is truly an expert at what he does! Made us feel like his family ! A very pleasant environment and extraordinary service. We completely recommend Sebi Messina and we can not wait to do another session with my younger daughter 😀 in the future! We are so grateful for his service 🙏

I travelled to Tulum Mexico for my 40th birthday and I took these pictures. I was nervous at first about the shoot. I am fine with going underwater. I’m fine with staying underwater. However, it was keeping my eyes open...  Sebi made the whole process really fun and easy. He never rushed me. He always ensured I take my time. The whole day was mine! Lol

He was very patient with me. He told me what he likes and what I need to do to get good shots.  Overall I enjoyed the whole process and would definitely do it again

My husband and I  celebrated our first year anniversary in Akumal Mexico. While this has been a rough year, I am a frontline healthcare worker dealing with Covid every day. Within our household, it has been nothing but blessings on blessings!

I set up an underwater and land photo shoot with Sebi Messina an amazing underwater photographer. The photos that we received to help us celebrate our Anniversary were so Magical!

This is a super exciting and hard to describe experience. Sebi has extraordinary skills to guide you through the process. Yes, it is a process: going underwater. smile, close your legs, look pretty and hold your breath. Pictures are perfect to me, professional work. Thanks, Sebi, Yadira, and the guy who never let you sink.

Incredible experience. Highly recommended! - The whole process was incredible. None of us is a great swimmer or comfortable in the water- but Sebi helped us and by the end, we were completely comfortable. It was just a wonderful experience. The pictures are beautiful- we love them more than our actual wedding photos (taken by another company)! If you’re considering it- just do it! It will be worth it!

Unique experience. High-end photo shoot. - Sebi came with professional equipment including underwater lighting. With his diving equipment, he was able to place everything professionally. This gave me the security of being looked after at all times. His assistant was also always by my side and helped with the placement of her self-designed costumes and decorations. Of course, you can also bring your clothes. You don't need to be a model for this shoot. Sebi will definitely make something of every guy (I'm over 50 and a little overweight). The pictures are just amazing. Time went by so quickly. I've never enjoyed being in the water so much. The great thing is that it is even suitable for non-swimmers. It was just the highlight of our vacation. For the team and the equipment and the professional processing of the images that you get in digital form, the price was super reasonable. Sebi speaks several languages ​​plus perfect German. Thank you, Sebi for the great work.

OMG Where do I start!!! First, if you are considering booking or using Sebi services, Do Not Delay... BOOK TODAY! You will not be disappointed! He is very communicative and made sure my husband and I was okay. They provided us with snacks and talked us through one of the greatest experiences in our life! While the team was set up, we took a look around. The Cenote was SOOO beautiful, with the natural light, greenery, fish, freshwater! Thank you again for being the best at what you love to do Sebi!! Can't wait till next time!:)

Exceptional Service! - I was searching the internet for an underwater photographer that specialized in “ trash the dress” type of images. I found exactly what I was looking for in Sebi. He was punctual, well prepared, and gave excellent instructions for taking underwater photos. The images are amazing, just how I imagined they might be!

Incredible one-of-a-kind experience! - Sebi and his family were all sweet, funny, helpful, and very kind. Sebi took his time guiding and coaching us on underwater posing and how to hold our breath underwater. Which really helped make for sensational underwater photos. They gave us a one-of-a-kind México experience, much love! Jarvis& Yvette

FANTASTIC! The most memorable experience and gorgeous images! - This was one of the BEST photographers I've met! Fantastic images! We booked this session without knowing much about it. We dove into a beautiful Cenote (first time for me and my husband). My husband is a great swimmer but I wasn't too good at staying under, however, Sebi made me feel so comfortable. He is super professional and fun to work with, The experience was AMAZING and something my husband and I will never forget. The images were absolutely gorgeous! SO beautiful. We printed them as wall art and our friends and family loved them, it took them a few minutes to realize it was us and not a painting. I can't recommend Sebi enough. Book this. It is totally worth it. Much more memorable than any other images we got from our wedding (done with others...).

Amazing Experience - I am neither a bride to be nor a model but I really wanted an underwater portrait. I am so thankful that a simple Google search led me to Sebi. The entire process was amazing. Sebi recommended colors that would compliment my complexion in an underwater photo. We communicated several times prior to the session so I felt extremely comfortable the morning we met.

First, if you are even thinking about having a photo done is a pool, please DONT. The Cenotes are AMAZING and the naturally beautiful backgrounds are breathtaking. The water is clear and my eyes didn't burn AT ALL. The entire session I felt like I was playing in the water. Sebi was extremely patient with me as I had a difficult time staying vertical underwater. The session was not rushed at all and we took breaks as needed.

Made the whole wedding amazing! I am at a loss of words for how happy I am we choose Sebi as our photographer. Besides our amazing photos (which I will get to later) the Sebi experience is one of a kind. He makes you feel so comfortable and beautiful from step one. Before your wedding day, he gets to know you so that he can take photos to match your personality. He met us the day before our wedding to check out the venue so he could plan then not on the wedding day. (We got lost on our way, and Sebi waited an over an hour for us) On the day of our wedding, he directed everyone where to be to make the best photos and was awesome with my son ( who was terribly grumpy that day). We also did the trash the dress at the cenote where he picked us up from our friend's house, but not only that then drove us all the way to Tulum even though we insisted we could take a cap. Talk about amazing! He and his team are all nice, funny, and just amazing people to be around. Now to the photos, I CANNOT stop looking at them, they are so creative and beautiful. I wish I could post them all to share here but I will just show my favorites, everyone who sees my photos is amazed at how they turned out and how beautiful they are. A quote from a co-worker “This is something I would pay a lot of money to hang out on my wall”

On Weddingwire - Sebi's team are not only professionals in their craft but become advocates for what you want to capture for your wedding. He communicate via email and Skype prior to meeting you in person before your wedding date to ensure he understands what you want. His style is unique and beautiful and his underwater shooting is among the very best out there (I challenge you to find underwater pictures with greater clarity). I highly recommend Sebi and Yadira :-)

On Facebook - We decided to hire Sebi for our wedding in Mexico and also an Underwater Trash The Dress shoot two days later. BOTH sets of photos turned out perfect. During the wedding, Sebi worked his ass off to get all the shots he and I had discussed prior and he knew I wanted. During the TTD shoot, he was so easy to work with and I think we both had a blast! I recommend Sebi and his team if you want to get photos that your friends claim "you need to blow that up and put in on your wall" for half the photos!

Amazing! Would recommend to anyone wanting artistic shots of their wedding day.

From the minute Sebi and his team arrived they were so professional. My bridesmaids all said it felt like I was marrying someone famous! They put us all at ease, and the results are phenomenal. Every single person has complimented me on our photos and I couldn’t be happier with them. My only problem now is narrowing them down to which ones will go on the wall!

Look no further! Professional Photographer - My husband and I had an amazing time working with Sebi and his staff. Sebi's professionalism and expertise are reflected in each picture he took. I really appreciate the planning before the wedding and timeliness in responding to each and every text message and email.

Sebi and his crew were simply amazing!

Sebi and crew were awesome! Sebi did a complete walk through of the entire resort with me and created such a magical experience for my husband and I. We’ve received soo many compliments on our photos and his artistry. It was a last minute decision that was totally worth it. Thank you Sebi for your professionalism and artistry.

Absolutely Stunning Photos - From the very moment we inquired about the underwater photo shoot, Sebi was great to deal with. Very responsive and clear on the answers. Sebi and his team made the shoot relaxed and fun. Sebi is very patient and makes sure he gets the best shots. I absolutely love all of the photos. Hard to pick a favorite. I 100% recommend Sebi Messina Photography now and will continue to recommend his work to everyone. These underwater photos are one of a kind, and worth it. The compliments we have received are proof that we picked the best. Thanks Again for the amazing photos Sebi.

Amazing and professional - Absolutely the best experience! Sebi is professional and helps capture the best side of you.

Beautiful Photos - Wow, what an amazing experience. I 100% recommend you book with Sebi Messina Photography. Sebi and his crew (Yadira and Jorge) were awesome. Very patient and accommodating. Please check them out. You won't be disappointed. From the initial inquiry to the finished product, they were very quick at responding and answering all my questions. Very professional and easy to with. I can't wait to work with them again.

A wonderful experience !!! - We had the privilege to celebrate our daughter's sweet 16 in Cancun with the company of this great photographer that is Sebi Messina. We had three photoshoot sessions in different locations around Cancun and Sebi made our journey such a wonderful experience. We are grateful for every special moment captured by Sebi in all the amazing photos he took during our daughter's sweet 16 celebration.

Sebi Messina photographed our wedding in the Mayan Riviera and we are extremely pleased not only with the final product but the experience as a whole. Having never organized events in this region, we chose based on the style of photography shown on his website images and reviews. He and his team were consummate professionals from the early stages of contracting until delivery of beautiful images. Sebi took the time to meet with us and visit the site of the wedding in advance. He provided great advice and took the time to really understand what images were important to us. The wedding day unfolded exactly as planned and Sebi had a large part in making the day unforgettable. My husband and I work with professional photographers almost every day as part of our jobs and would recommend Sebi Messina without hesitation.

Outstanding! We did an underwater shoot with Sebi on June 16th. We couldn't be happier! We were both a bit nervous going into it, but Sebi & his assistant (and wife) were so wonderful, they made us feel so comfortable. We had a lot of fun! We ended up in the water for 3 hours and got some really excellent shots. Sebi sent us our photos about 2 weeks later, which was way earlier than we were expecting. They are phenomenal, so much better than we were expecting (we thought we'd look funny underwater). We highly recommend doing a shoot with Sebi, it's such an amazing experience and worth every penny. If we end up getting pregnant, we're hoping to go back for a maternity shoot!! Please don't hesitate to book this once in a lifetime experience with an extremely professional photographer!

10 Stars for Sebi & his photography staff! This underwater shoot was the most magical experience for my husband and I! Sebi is so informative and explains exactly how the shoot goes and is so energetic! We had so much fun throughout the entire shoot! Sebi is a genius and created the most breathtaking photos of my husband and I! We felt so comfortable going underwater (in my Momma's wedding dress from the 80's with the longest train) and taught me exactly how to breathe and make the photos look exactly how he imagined! This experience is so romantic for couples and the photos are INCREDIBLE! We will be canvassing multiple shots! You truly cannot put a price on this experience! Being underwater and looking into the eyes of the one you love surrounded by the beauty in the cenote is life changing! We will be seeing Sebi again for pregnant underwater shots! YOU'RE A MASTER AT YOUR CRAFT, SEBI! We love you! See you in the near future! Andy & Christian Muñiz

Jennifer and Kyle

Jennifer - Not only is taking two people you've never met into a setting like this a challenge, but we were also faced with rainy gloomy weather. We made the best of it and crossed our fingers for at least a couple of good photos (or even one we'd be proud to display) We instead will have a hard time picking only one! Despite the weather... they turned out amazing! Additionally, they (Sebi, his wife and his photography assistant) were a pleasure to spend a portion of our day with. Would absolutely recommend.

Kyle - As this was our first time taking photos underwater, we weren't sure how well we could perform for the photographer, and we were only expecting a couple photos to be something like what we’ve seen. When we got our photos, we were absolutely amazed with how well they turned out. We had a hard time picking a favorite as they all turned out so great. The experience was one we will never forget!

A once-in-a-lifetime experience. I am so glad we did a trash the dress shoot with Sebi and his team. They were wonderful to work with; we felt safe and relaxed the entire time, plus it was a lot of fun! If you are getting married in the Cancun or Riviera Maya area, this is a must.

Me and my wife had a truly unforgettable experience with Sebi & even better photos. We both have never done something like this before and didn't really know what to expect. Once we arrived to the Cenote & saw what some of the other photographers were doing we KNEW we got super lucky. Sebi his Wife & his team were very professional, organized, all in all amazing. We will definitely shoot with Sebi again when we are in that region he is not only a photographer but an ARTIST in my opinion!!!

Annie and Tino - I just have to share what an amazing experience it was to do an UNDERWATER trash the dress photoshoot with Sebi and Yadira ! I have to admit that I was unsure of doing a TTD shoot from the start, but Sebi and Yadira were an absolute dream to work with!!! They made us feel so comfortable from the very beginning, which made me so excited to begin the shoot! And they are just genuinely good-hearted people...and also hilarious! 😂We had an amazing time and didn't want it to end!

I immediately fell in love with all of the photos Sebi took! I was in awe...speechless, really! He is so talented and passionate about what he does..and it really shows through his work! He was even able to get our photos back to us in less than 2 weeks! Every single photo was amazing...but here are some of my favorites!

Sebi and Yadira, I am so glad we met and hope that our paths cross again someday! It was an absolutely pleasure to work with you both. Future brides, please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or want to hear more about our experience! I would do this all over again in a heartbeat 💕

P.S.- My beautiful delicate lace wedding dress was completely unharmed during the process :)

It was so amazing working with Sebi and his team. They were wonderful. Everything from keeping in contact with me from the time I booked until the actual shoot up to receiving my pictures. My photographs look like something straight out of a fairy tale. I would give more than 5 stars if it was an option.

We got married in Cancun last month and had a private session with Sebi, his wife and assistant. They were so friendly and knowledgeable as well as extremely talented photographers. We have gotten literally HUNDREDS of complements from people who cannot believe something like this even exists. If you are in the area getting married or even want an exotic photo shoot do not think twice about recruiting Sebi. I would do it again in a heartbeat!

My Husband and I had such an amazing experience working with Sebi and his wife. They both were so welcoming and friendly. Right from when they picked us up from our hotel to when they dropped us off. They made us both feel so comfortable. The pictures we received from Sebi were absolutely amazing the details and the lighting of pictures were gorgeous. I highly recommend a trash the dress session not only for the amazing experience but also for the memories of the photos you will have for a lifetime. We truly had an overall wonderful experience. Thank you Kristina and Jason Kennedy

Marlet and Martin - With Sebi we did our trash the dress session in a cenote and the experience with him, his wife and team was just amazing and most importantly the pictures we received are like from another world! We totally love them and everybody we showed them to was just wondering how beautiful they are and how it was possible to create them like that. Sebi and his team were all super friendly and funny, we understood each other well also at the personal level, we talked very nice in the car, but he was also very professional, punctual, helpful, explained to us all the details, his ideas, exactly and patiently how we should jump or swim, during the whole photo shoot he made us feel comfortable, safe, the whole time kept good mood, was funny and creative. We could take a break anytime but we chose not to, despite in the end feeling a bit cold and tired but we had that much fun! I wear quite strong contact lenses but the water was so clear and clean that I didn't have any problem swimming with them (for any case I brought a spare pair but didn't have to use it). We chose the public cenote because we liked those pictures better and it was fine, the other visitors didn't disturb too much and there are no strange people in our pictures. We were organizing everything from Europe, skyped with Sebi nicely in advance where he explained us all the details and we were laughing a lot and all the following communication was just great, he answered always very promptly, he speaks perfect English and Spanish, he was always trying to be as flexible as possible and adjust to our needs and time constraints. He brought us his dresses to try at our hotel in advance (at a strange time that we needed) and they fit well. While planning our wedding we compared many photographers that were offering trash the dress sessions at cenotes but we liked Sebi's output the best - pictures of many other photographers looked quite pale, without much color, the worst like if the people had just drowned. But Sebi took much effort to process his pictures to accentuate the colors which naturally get lost under water (just ask any diver), to give them life, but still to make them look natural. We were using cloth in shiny colors, maybe not always easy to swim with but it made a huge difference in the pictures. The pictures we received were in the style exactly as on his website and without any watermarks. We love the light, colors, composition, all the Sebi's ideas, my wife is always smiling, me subdued in the background letting her shine, we were surprised we even look good! We even received the pictures sooner than agreed, just in time to show them to both families on a large TV screen before my parents flew back to Europe. Thank you very very much Sebi, for the funny time, great experience and amazing pictures, we have some breathtaking shots, we are super happy and will for sure recommend you!

The trash the dress photoshoot was an unbelievable experience!! Our photos were absolutely stunning! The photos looked like they came right out of a storybook. I can't praise Sebi and his team enough. They went above and beyond to make sure we had the time of our life creating these beautiful pictures. We were so impressed with how passionate and professional they were about their work. They truly love what they do and the pictures speak for themselves ?? This was truly a once in a lifetime experience and we can't thank Sebi enough!

Sebi! Just want to say a massive thank you for our beautiful photos just can't get my head around how amazing they are thank you!!! We had such an amazing day with you guys one we will treasure forever what lovely people you are. Take care Tahani and Sam.

Danyl and Zach - We absolutely loved our experience with Sebi and his team! Sebi was great to work with, and very easy going. His wife is incredibly kind and thoughtful, putting us at ease. The combination of them makes for a wonderful session. Sebi is an artistic photographer with an eye for an image. We were so impressed with how our photos turned out and will cherish them forever. They've caught so much attention from our loved ones as well and they are some of our favorite photos capturing such a magical moment. Thank you to Sebi and his team! We would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a spectacular experience that is a little different from your 'traditional' photos.

Eliza and Demian - We were so happy to have discovered the realm of underwater Trash The Dress photo sessions in a cenote, and even more so to have such wonderful photographers to capture it all! Sebi and his team were a pleasure to work with! They made us feel very well taken care of the whole entire time, like we were one of them! Our photos came out truly spectacular… like something from a dream! Sebi is very professional at what he does, and he is a master in his craft! Once we received our photos and shared them with family and friends, everybody could not stop admiring them and mentioning how wonderful they look! Best experience ever! Thank you Sebi and team! 🙂🙂🙂

Carla and Mirsad - It was really ni?ce to work with Sebi and his team and what an experience! The pictures are simply A-MA-ZING!!!! We knew they were going to be nice but… wow! there are no words to express how happy we are with the final result. Next time we come to Mexico, we'll definately have to do another shoot!

thank you so much!!! Carla and Mirsad xxx

Danielle and Nick - This was an unforgettable experience! The most professional photographer that had the best attention to the smallest of details, as well as patience. The photos turned out amazing as well (of course), and I still can’t believe Sebi and his team’s talent! I would recommend doing this at least one time in your life for the experience alone- and getting the photos to keep is just that much better! Thank you!”

Adriana and José - Sebi and his team were more than amazing! My husband and I were nervous since this was both of our first ever underwater photoshoot, and let’s face it we are not the best swimmers or floaters. But Sebi and his team were very professional and made us feel as comfortable as possible throughout the entire session. It was an experience that is a MUST and thanks to Sebi and his team the pictures came out so beautiful. We love to share them with everyone! We cannot thank you enough for your patience, kindness, and professionalism.

Courtney and Lin - Yup that is us. We had a wonderful time doing the shoot. Pictures are amazing. We had rave reviews from family and friends. It took a bit of effort to do it. But Sebi was kind and took care of us. As we were not the best swimmers out there. Over all we enjoyed the event. A must have if you want to one up someone. Cheers Sebi. Thank you so much.

Bettina and Nikolasz - It was a once in a lifetime opportunity definitely a must! Awesome session in an amazing setting! They were very helpful and friendly and worked extremely hard for the best results possible! This experience and these pictures will last a lifetime! Recommended to everybody! Thanks again for SebiMessinaPhotography

Christine and Carlos -  Thank you so much for doing such a beautiful job! This was an amazing experience and the outcome is something out of a fairy tale. I am so glad we did it and where else in the world could you do something so fantastic and unique!

I would recommend this to anyone that wants to do something different. The patience the team has and the instruction they give makes a world of difference. It’s challenging to do but very worth it! I wish we would have had more time.. but I am so excited with what we have! Thank you again.. I give this a 5 star rating fore sure!

Katie and Jeremy - This was a challenging thing – to be underwater, hold my breath, make a decent face, all while wearing a dress. Sebi makes it easy to get comfortable in the environment, to learn what needs to be done to get a great shot, and to enjoy the process. We based our honeymoon on Sebi’s work and we were rewarded with an unforgettable trip to Riviera Maya, including wedding pictures that are still raising eyebrows and getting compliments, seven months later. Many thanks, especially for the inspiration!

You all were so AMAZING to work with and we have talked about this experience every day since!! We are thinking it would be a great way to celebrate our 10 year anniversary!! (Now that we have a better idea of what we are doing under there!) 🙂

Chiara and Emiliano - Dear Sebi and Yadira,

It is almost impossible to describe this fantastic experience. This was beyond any doubts, one of the most original and unique experiences that we have ever had.

At the beginning we thought it would be too hard for us to follow your instructions: hold the breath, open the eyes, take an artistic position and smile; all of it at the same time underwater.

But, with your help, all went smoothly and accomplishing the task finally appeared surprisingly easy and amusing to us. To be able to take pictures underwater with such naturalness and easiness was an unexpected surprise for us. Your professionalism and artistic touch is clearly visible in the resulting photos. We came to the conclusion that this unusual photo shooting is the only way to appreciate couples in a magic universe.

Thank you so much for helping us discover the Cenote’s paradise and for sharing with us this unforgettable experience.

Emiliano & Chiara

Sana - Sebi is a true artist! He made me feel very comfortable throughout the shoot. His professionalism is impeccable and he is also a fantastic director. This was my first time modeling underwater so it took some time for me to get acclimated to the environment but Sebi was extremely patient and helped me every step of the way. It was an unforgettable experience!

Angie Ventura - I am very grateful and happy with the result of the photo shoot, Sebi and his team made this experience a totally pleasant moment , safe, magical and unforgettable! I look forward to our next photo shoot! All the best and thank you!!!

Pao SG - Increíble e inolvidable experiencia! Las fotos están verdaderamente increíbles! Son recuerdos únicos que durarán para toda la vida! Me encanto!!! El equipo muy profesional, con super actitud, pacientes y buena vibra para hacerte pasar un rato agradable y divertido! La armonía se proyecta en las fotos! =)