THE FIRST CONVERSATIONS · PHOTOGRAPHY
The stories behind wedding photographs in Cozumel. With Nadine Biezmienova.
A photograph holds a moment. Natacha Bitsch meets the woman behind Mik ’n Drik Photography to explore the trust, creativity and preparation behind the image.
Explore the conversation below. The full episode and its viewing link will be added here when released.
The podcast launches November 10, 2026.
BEHIND THE CELEBRATION
Beyond the beautiful photograph.
From South Africa to the island of Cozumel, Nadine Biezmienova has built a life around creating images. In this upcoming conversation with Natacha Bitsch, the photographer looks back at her beginnings and the trust of the first clients who asked her to photograph their weddings.
The exchange follows the island through her lens: the character of its light, the choice of a moment and the relationship with the people in front of the camera. Wedding photography becomes a conversation about memories, confidence and the work that happens before the shutter is pressed.
Nadine also shares the preparation behind surprise marriage proposals and sessions for visitors arriving by cruise ship. Hidden signals, nervous clients and limited time all have a place in the stories behind the photographs.
IN THIS CONVERSATION
From the dream to the details.
From a creative interest to a profession
Nadine’s beginnings, the trust of her first wedding clients and the path that led her to Cozumel.
Cozumel through a photographer’s eyes
A discussion of island light, the timing of a session and the atmosphere that shapes an image.
Surprise marriage proposals
The communication and discreet preparation behind photographing a moment when only one person knows what is about to happen.
A visit, a session, a lasting memory
Working with couples and families visiting by cruise ship, and finding room for a personal experience within a short stay.
MEET THE GUEST
Nadine Biezmienova
Photographer · Mik ’n Drik Photography · Cozumel
Nadine Biezmienova is a South African photographer based in Cozumel, behind Mik ’n Drik Photography and Salty Studio. Her work includes weddings, couples, families and marriage proposals. In this interview, she shares the creative journey and the human relationships behind her images.
Natacha Bitsch brings 35 years in beauty and her experience as the founder of VO evolution to these conversations about weddings, travel and human connections.
Meet your host, Natacha