Vista Hermosa Estate in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Elopement Photo Story Award

Newly married couple shares a romantic first dance with lights and fog

Newly married couple shares a romantic first dance, surrounded by enchanting lights and a hint of mystical fog

The newlyweds share their first dance, enveloped in mesmerizing lights and a touch of ethereal mist.

Breanna and Rob had a beautifully simple elopement at Vista Hermosa Estate in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, surrounded by 20 of their closest loved ones. Wanting to fully immerse themselves in the moment with their guests, they opted for a shorter bridal portrait session. Despite omitting any special rituals, they planned to share intimate moments such as their first dance, cake cutting, and a touching mother/son dance.

Their primary aim was to create a wedding album that truly encapsulated the essence of their special day. They yearned for a diverse collection of formal poses as well as candid shots that captured the joy and spontaneity of their celebration. For Breanna and Rob, their wedding photography was about preserving memories; they wanted to be able to relive every moment's emotion every time they opened their album.

With their photography request being "the fun, the sentimental, the authentic, all the good stuff," it was a testament to their desire to showcase the real and raw moments that made their wedding day truly unforgettable.

Bridesmaids assisting bride in symmetrical shot at Vista Hermosa Estate

Bridesmaids helping bride with gown at Vista Hermosa Estate in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica - a harmonious and symmetrical shot

The bridesmaids tactfully assist the bride, adjusting her gown from behind in a harmonious, symmetrical frame captured from a low angle.

Intimate wedding at the Vista Hermosa Estate venue in Costa Rica, with stunning ocean views

Intimate wedding reception at Vista Hermosa Estate in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, with breathtaking ocean views as a stunning backdrop

The reception tables at Vista Hermosa Estate showcase breathtaking ocean views, creating a stunning backdrop for an intimate wedding celebration.

Emotional bride finds serenity on Costa Rican balcony before wedding ceremony

A bride finds serenity on a balcony overlooking lush gardens, shedding emotional tears before her wedding ceremony in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

The bride finds solace on the balcony amidst the lush gardens, shedding a few heartfelt tears before her wedding ceremony.

Emotional bride walks with father at small Manuel Antonio wedding in CR

Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica: Emotional bride walking down the aisle with her father during a small wedding ceremony

Guests rise from their seats, capturing the emotional procession as the bride walks gracefully down the aisle with her father during a small wedding in Costa Rica.

Intimate Costa Rican wedding with guests in orderly rows as couple are exchanging vows

Serene terrace elopement at Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. Guests in neat rows, couple locking eyes, exchanging heartfelt vows.

A serene terrace elopement, with guests in neat rows and a couple locking eyes while exchanging heartfelt vows.

Newlyweds in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, cherishing a wedding portrait session

Bride and groom on balcony at Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, basking in the glow of their special day

The bride and groom sneak away to cherish each other's company on the balcony, basking in the glow of their special day.

Intimate wedding reception in Costa Rica with laughter and heartfelt speeches

Newlywed couple sharing laughter at intimate wedding reception dinner in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. Heartfelt speeches delivered.

The newlywed couple shares joyful laughter as heartfelt speeches are delivered during their intimate wedding reception dinner.

Guests dance to captivating lights and fog at Costa Rican wedding

Guests line dancing at Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica wedding surrounded by mesmerizing lights and fog from the DJ

Guests energetically line dancing together in sync at the wedding, enveloped by the DJ's mesmerizing lights and fog.