April & Bret's Celebration by the Sea, Casa de las Brisas

April and Bret traveled from Oregon to Costa Rica to marry one another on the beautiful beach of Manuel Antonio. My husband, who is Costa Rican, swears that Manuel Antonio is the most beautiful beach in the entire country. I agree with him, but we are also a little biased as this is OUR beach, in the town that we live in, None the less I don't think anyone would argue in saying that it is magical location with stunning sunsets. 

April and Bret had a very intimate ceremony, with only their closest friends and family members attending. The weather was perfect for a wedding, and April looked stunning in her elegantly patterned dress. The ceremony took place in front of Karahe, one of my favorite spots on the beach because of the even shade that the trees provide for the guests and alter. April took to the aisle as tears welled up in her beautiful doe eyes. 

After the ceremony the bride and groom invited their guests to enjoy a cocktail hour at the beach. We headed just a few steps further down the beach to take portraits.

The reception dinner was held at Casa de las Brisas, the villa where the entire group was staying for the week. Back at the house April and Bret joined in for a first dance, cut a blush colored cake and shed tears of joy during speeches. 

Photography: Madison Baltodano Photography
Venue: Casa de las Brisas
Wedding Planner: Oasis Destination Weddings
Hair and Makeup: Priscilla Solano
Officiant: Ana Castro
Florist: Floresteria Quepos
Cake: Mariposa Pastry