Costa Rica Wedding Photography & Storytelling Collections
Digital, analog, and documentary wedding coverage designed around real destination weddings, not hourly limits.
300+ weddings · 15+ years · Costa Rica & destination weddings · Digital, analog & Super 8
Pricing, Simplized
Costa Rica Wedding Photography Packages
Planning a destination wedding in Costa Rica already comes with enough moving parts.
Travel logistics, unfamiliar vendors, time zones, and a place you may not know yet.
Your photography shouldn’t add stress to that.
That’s why my packages are built around clarity and calm, not hourly limits or hidden costs.
- No surprise fees
- No clock-watching
- No wondering if you booked “enough hours”
Just complete, honest coverage adapted to your day as it naturally unfolds.
A Different Way to Think About Coverage
Most photographers sell hours.
Six. Eight. Ten.
I don’t.
Your wedding doesn’t happen in fixed blocks, and your photography shouldn’t feel like a meter running in the background.
- Coverage adapts to your day, not the other way around
- No pressure if things run late or shift
- A calmer experience where you stay present
This matters even more in Costa Rica, where light, weather, and timing are always changing.
Why Couples Choose This Approach
After 15+ years and 300+ weddings, most couples tell me the same thing:
It wasn’t just the photos.
It was how easy everything felt.
They could relax, be themselves, and trust the process.
If you’re looking for something natural, without pressure or performance, we’ll likely work very well together.
Wedding Archives
For intimate and full wedding days where the energy is bigger, but the intention stays the same.
These collections are designed for couples who want honest, emotional documentation without turning the wedding into a production. The focus is on the real atmosphere of the day: the people, the light, the movement, the voices, the quiet moments, and the celebration as it naturally unfolds.
Depending on the collection, your wedding can be preserved through digital photography, analog film, Super 8, documentary filmmaking, real audio, and printed heirlooms.
The Intimate Experience
The most natural way to experience your wedding day
For smaller weddings that prioritize presence over production.
This is where everything tends to feel right.
No rushing, no pressure, no over-structuring, just space to actually experience your day with the people who matter.
What’s included:
- Wedding day photography coverage tailored to a simple timeline
- One photographer
- Digital photography
- Light analog film layer, 1 to 2 rolls
- 400+ curated edited images
- Color and black-and-white edits
- Private online gallery
- Full printing rights
- Sneak peek within 72 hours
- Timeline guidance
- Travel anywhere in Costa Rica included
- Final gallery backed up for 5 years
- Small heirloom print box
Investment: $4,000
Why couples choose this:
Because it feels effortless.
You’re not managing a production, you’re just living the day, and it gets documented honestly.
The Wedding Experience
Complete coverage for full wedding days
Designed for weddings with 40–150 guests where the energy is bigger, but the intention stays the same.
You get full storytelling without worrying about time, plus a cinematic film that captures the atmosphere beyond photos.
What’s included:
- Full wedding day photography coverage
- One photographer
- Digital photography
- Expanded analog film coverage, 3 to 5 rolls
- 500+ curated edited images
- Color and black-and-white edits
- Private online gallery
- Full printing rights
- Sneak peek within 72 hours
- Full gallery in 2 to 3 weeks
- Timeline guidance focused on light, flow, and atmosphere
- Vendor/planner preview image sharing
- Travel anywhere in Costa Rica included
- Final gallery backed up for 5 years
- Heirloom print box or small album credit
Investment: $5,500
“Christopher made us feel so comfortable from the very first call. We’re both awkward in front of cameras, but he made it fun and natural. On our wedding day, we honestly forgot he was there half the time, which is exactly what we wanted. The photos captured us perfectly.”
— Joelle & Levi, Manuel Antonio Wedding
The Complete Wedding Archive
For full wedding days with more guests, more movement, and more story happening at once.
This is for weddings with around 50 to 150 guests where one person cannot realistically cover everything alone.
What’s included:
- Full wedding day coverage
- Two-person creative team
- Digital photography
- Expanded analog film coverage
- Super 8 integration
- 650+ curated edited images
- Color and black-and-white edits
- Private online gallery
- Full printing rights
- Sneak peek within 72 hours
- 48-hour social teaser
- 3 to 5 minute documentary wedding film
- Real audio from vows, speeches, letters, or ambient sound
- Drone footage when possible
- Vendor/planner image sharing
- Timeline and storytelling guidance
- Travel anywhere in Costa Rica included
- Final gallery backed up for 5 years
- Heirloom album or premium print box
Investment: $7,800
Why couples choose this:
They want everything captured, without having to think about logistics or coverage gaps.
“What sealed the deal for us was his personality. We could tell immediately that he genuinely cared about our story, not just taking pretty pictures. It felt like having a friend document our day, not a vendor. Best decision we made.”
— Laura & Ryan, Elopement in La Paz Waterfall
Wedding Weekend Archives
For destination celebrations that unfold over more than one day.
Some weddings are not only about the ceremony. They are about the arrival, the welcome dinner, the quiet morning, the full celebration, the people who traveled to be there, and the feeling of being together in a place that matters.
These archives are designed to preserve the full experience through photography, film, Super 8, analog textures, sound, and printed heirlooms.
The Complete Weekend Archive
For couples who want the full destination experience preserved.
Includes:
- Multi-day coverage, usually 2 to 3 days
- Creative team
- Digital photography
- Analog photography
- Super 8 film
- Documentary wedding film, 7 to 10 minutes
- 48-hour social teaser
- Social story package, 4 to 6 vertical edits
- Full ceremony edit
- Full speeches edit
- Real audio story elements
- Drone footage when possible
- 1,000+ curated edited images
- Private online gallery
- Full printing rights
- Heirloom album
- Vendor/planner gallery
- Full pre-wedding creative consultation
- Timeline and light guidance
- Planning collaboration with planner/couple
- Travel anywhere in Costa Rica included
- Final gallery backed up for 5 years
Investment: starting at $15,000
“We chose Christopher because of his deep knowledge of Costa Rica. He knew our venue better than we did! He suggested the perfect spot for our ceremony based on the time of day, and the light was absolutely magical. His experience was invaluable.”
— Amanda & Christian, Guanacaste Wedding
The Weekend Story
For destination weddings where the story begins before the wedding day.
Includes:
- Welcome dinner or rehearsal coverage
- Full wedding day coverage
- One photographer plus second creative on wedding day
- Digital photography
- Analog film photography
- Super 8 integration
- 800+ curated edited images
- 3 to 5 minute documentary wedding film
- Real audio from the wedding day
- 48-hour social teaser
- Private online gallery
- Full printing rights
- Vendor/planner image sharing
- Timeline and storytelling guidance
- Travel anywhere in Costa Rica included
- Final gallery backed up for 5 years
- Heirloom album or premium print box
Investment: starting at $9,800
What’s Included in Every Wedding Package
Condensed version:
- Sneak peek in 72 hours
- Full gallery in 2 weeks
- Curated, no duplicates
- Color + black & white
- Full printing rights
- Private online gallery
- Unlimited planning support
- Travel anywhere in Costa Rica included
- Backup systems in place and for 5 more years
No hidden costs.
Story Additions
Analog film upgrade
$750
Additional rolls of 35mm or medium format film, woven throughout the day with more intention.
Super 8 memory film
$1,500
A nostalgic motion piece filmed on Super 8, edited as its own short memory film.
Wedding short film
$2,500
A 3 to 5 minute documentary-style wedding film using movement, atmosphere, and real audio.
48-hour social teaser
$900
A vertical cinematic teaser delivered within 48 hours of the wedding.
Social story package
$2,500
4 to 6 vertical edits with different emotional focuses: ceremony, party, destination, couple, analog/Super 8, and storytelling.
Full ceremony edit
$900
A clean documentary edit of the full ceremony.
Full speeches edit
$900
A clean documentary edit of the full speeches.
Welcome dinner coverage
$1,800
Coverage of the welcome dinner, rehearsal dinner, or pre-wedding gathering.
Day-after story session
$1,800
A relaxed session after the wedding, built around place, light, and atmosphere.
Second photographer
$1,200
Recommended for weddings with larger guest counts, multiple locations, or overlapping moments.
Second filmmaker
$1,800
Recommended when film coverage needs more depth, audio, ceremony, speeches, or multiple events.
Heirloom album
From $1,500
A printed wedding album designed as a physical archive of the day.
Rush delivery
From $1,200
Priority delivery depending on the collection and scope.
What Your Wedding Day Feels Like
What It Feels Like to Be Photographed This Way
One thing couples often tell me after their wedding is simple:
“I didn’t feel photographed. I just felt present.”
That’s intentional.
Getting Ready
I arrive quietly and document what’s already happening, the anticipation, the atmosphere, the small moments you don’t notice. Nothing is staged or repeated.
The Ceremony
I move with intention and stay out of the way. Your guests experience the moment fully, and your photos reflect it exactly as it felt.
Portraits (20–30 minutes)
This isn’t a photoshoot. It’s a pause in the day.
We walk, talk, and let everything settle. I guide you with light and positioning, then step back so your connection leads.
The Reception
I follow the energy of the room. No interruptions, no pulling you away. Just honest moments as they unfold.
Throughout the Day
You stay present. I take care of the rest.
Most couples tell me afterward they barely noticed me, and later realized everything was captured.
That balance comes from experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you travel anywhere in Costa Rica?
Yes. Travel across all of Costa Rica is included in every package. No additional fees.
What if we feel awkward in front of the camera?
Almost every couple says this at first. You don’t need to know how to pose. I guide you naturally so you can just be yourselves. Most people forget the camera is there within minutes.
What happens if something unexpected happens?
You’re covered. I work with a small group of trusted photographers in Costa Rica. In the rare case of an emergency, you’ll be fully supported with a seamless backup plan.
Do you help with timeline planning?
Yes. I help you build a timeline around light, location, and flow so the day feels natural and relaxed.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Payments can be split in a way that fits your planning process.
Can we see full wedding galleries?
Absolutely. I’ll share complete galleries during our consultation so you can see how a full day is documented from start to finish.
One Final Thought Before You Decide
You don’t need to choose the “perfect” package.
Every collection is designed to document your wedding fully and honestly. The difference is simply how much of your story you want captured.
If you’re not sure which option fits best, that’s completely normal.
That’s exactly what the consultation is for.
I’ll help you figure out what actually makes sense for your day, without pressure or upselling.
If you value honest coverage, calm guidance, and a photography experience that feels natural rather than staged, we’ll likely work very well together.
I take a limited number of weddings each year to stay fully present for each couple.
