With this girl we did a full photo shoot at the beach and then the final shots were the wet ones! Makes for an interesting assortment of photos and something that could also be done with a bride and groom on a day after the wedding session. The water is always warm in Costa Rica.…
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1 + 1 = 3
We often see many of our wedding clients return for photos once they start having a family. When children are young and on the move candids make the best photos. We can go to your home (or condo rental) and do lifestyle type shots or arrange an outdoor location to capture great images for you…
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The Green Season
In Costa Rica the rainy season is also called the green season since this is the time when everything turns green in the dry areas. Generally in the Guanacaste region rainy season begins in May and peaks in October. It was very late arriving this year. But, when the rains do arrive there are still…
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Buena Suerte
This means good luck in spanish. The native language of Costa Rica is spanish, but a large percentage of the population speaks english as well. In expat towns such as Tamarindo you can manage with english alone. It is still fun to learn a few phrases in spanish to use while in Costa Rica. Tamarindo…
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Candids
Sometimes the favourite shots from a wedding are the unplanned ones. We have a very photojournalistic approach to wedding photography. In this shot we are just walking back to the reception location with the bride and groom. No planning, this is just what they were doing.
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10 Facts About Life in Tamarindo
10 Facts About Life in Tamarindo 1. You will slow down. “Manana” does not mean “tomorrow. Usually it means “not today.” In general, everything takes a little longer. This might sound bad. It’s not. Costa Rica will force you to slow down. Once you get used to it you’ll wonder what was all the rushing about? …
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Why Choose Tamarindo For Your Wedding?
You do not have to stay at a resort to have a wedding in Costa Rica. Staying in and having your wedding in a beach town will allow you and your guests much more flexibility and options for activities. The whole town on Tamarindo is situated on the beach and you can walk everywhere. Guests…
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Soda Las Palmas
Villa Real is the closest town to Tamarindo and home to one of our favourite local restaurants. The restaurant is buffet style with the ladies serving your choices from the selections that have been prepared for the day. If you want to try some local fare this is a great place. You can walk here…
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Wedding in a Private Home
Renting a private home and having your wedding on the property is another great option if you are considering a wedding in the Tamarindo area. There are lots of beautiful homes for rent, you can stay at the property, have your wedding there and hire a local caterer to make your day unique and stress…
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My Three Sons
Three boys makes for a busy household. We have been photographing these boys since they were newborn babies. They took the opportunity while vacationing in the Tamarindo area to have us update their family portrait. A nice addition to the family portrait we had done of them on the waterfront back home as well.
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