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Nicole and Chuck's Tropical Costa Rican Wedding

3/11/2020

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Chuck and Nicole traveled from Minnesota to marry one another in tropical Costa Rica. They decided on Costa Verde Hotel for their wedding venue because of the jungle like grounds and beautiful ocean views. An intimate ceremony was held on a grassy hilltop overlooking the warm Pacific waters. Afterwards, a dinner reception took place in La Cantina restaurant, one of Costa Verde's 4 restaurants. 

Nicole was getting ready with her mom and bridesmaids. She was calm, cool and collected and just enjoying being pampered. Her dress was a slim fitted with lots of delicate lace patterns, it looked beautiful on her and had a stunning train. 
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Chuck got dressed adjacent to where the ceremony was taking place. His father and best man joined him. He sported a really nice pair of suspenders that were custom made for his wedding day. 
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An intimate ceremony was set on the grassy knoll at Costa Verde. In the distance guests could enjoy the view of the ocean and islands. Tropical flowers adorned the arch where Nicole and Chuck said their vows to one another.
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After the couple was pronounced husband and wife we headed towards the beach for portraits. We grabbed a few photos on the jungle pathways of Costa Verde just for good measure.
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With a small wedding group Nicole and Chuck were really able to enjoy and relax at the laid back reception. They still included all of the normal traditions, but the evening really had this nice easy going feel to it. 
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Photography: Madison Baltodano Photography
Videography: Baltodano Films
Venue: Costa Verde Hotel
Wedding Planner: Isabel Vargas
Hair and Makeup: Mademoiselle Salon
Flowers: Floresterai Cristal
Officiant: Marcelo Galli
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Lindsay & Jim's Perfect Wedding Day at Punta de Vista

1/23/2020

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Lindsay and Jim were just so absolutely happy on their wedding day. I don't know these two very well, but I have a feeling that they are this way everyday. They invited close family and friends to join them in Costa Rica to celebrate their marriage to one another. 

The day started at Punto de Vista, a beautiful luxury villa. There Lindsay was getting ready with her sister and friends. She wore a boho lace dress that looked beautiful on her.
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There ceremony was held on the beach under the wild almonds trees. A tropical arch was set in the sand where Lindsay and Jim said their vows to one another.
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After Lindsay and Jim did their happy dance down the aisle we took to the beach for portraits. The newlyweds were blessed with a colorfully painted sky, just perfect for photos.
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The reception was held on the rooftop of Punta de Vista where there were views of the lingering sunset. 
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After dinner the party moved downstairs where the cake was cut and the dance floor was filled. 
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Photography: Madison Baltodano Photography
Venue: Punto de Vista
Wedding Planner: Weddings Costa Rica, Larissa Banting
Hair and Makeup: Mademoiselle Salon 
Officiant: Marcelo Galli
DJ: Zach Schmidt
Rentals and Flowers: Costa Brava
Cake: Mariposa Pastry
Catering: Mango Catering
Lighting: Ambiance Lighting
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Janelle and John's Tropical Jungle Wedding at Costa Verde

1/14/2020

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Janelle and John held their intimate wedding at Costa Verde. The ceremony was on the grassy knoll, which overlooked the Pacific Ocean. After the ceremony we explored the grounds of Costa Verde, taking photos on hanging bridges and tropical pathways. 

Janelle looked stunning in a sheer dress with crystal embellishments. She was getting ready with her mom at the hotel. Janelle has such a beautiful smile, she was so easy to photograph.
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The reception was held in a private area of La Cantina restaurant. Costa Verde has many unique features to all of its buildings. The glass wall bottle pictured below is just one of many. 
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I love the cake topper Janelle and John brought. It is super elegant yet still included John's love for fishing, which probably played a part in picking Costa Rica as their wedding destination.
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Photography: Madison Baltodano Photography
Videography: Baltodano Films
Venue: Costa Verde Hotel
Wedding Planner: Isabel Vargas
Officiant: Rodrigo Campos
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Elyse & Kyle's Ocean View Wedding at Mariposa Hotel

1/7/2020

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Elyse and Kyle invited their family and friends to join them in Costa Rica to witness and celebrate their marriage. They picked the beautiful Hotel Mariposa as their venue, a hill top hotel with stunning views of the Manuel Antonio National Park. 

Elyse was so enthusiastic and full of big smiles on her wedding day. She was excited for each and every part of it. Her bridesmaids helped her to get ready in the honeymoon suite. She wore a delicate dress with a plunge neckline, it looked beautiful on her.
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On the other side of the hotel Kyle was getting ready with his grandpa and a few friends. 
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A beautiful geometric arch was set on the terrace at Hotel Mariposa. This particular hotel has one of the best views in all of town, and Kyle and Elyse were lucky enough to have it as the backdrop for their ceremony.
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Photography: Madison Baltodano Photography
Videography: Baltodano Films
Venue: Hotel Mariposa
Makeup: Priscila Solano
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Chris and Dani's Wedding at Manuel Antonio Beach

12/18/2019

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Chris and Dani brought a handful of family and friends with them to Manuel Antonio for their emotional marriage to one another. The weather was questionable but in the end the rain held off, and beautiful mist floated off of the waves and into the background of their images.
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Photography: Madison Baltodano Photography
Venue: Espadilla Ocean Club
Officiant: Rodrigo Campos
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Lisa and Ken's Seaside Wedding at Casa de las Brisas

5/14/2019

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Lisa and Ken were surrounded by family and friends as their vowed their love to one another. The weather was a bit rainy that day, but these two didn't care. They wanted to be at the beach even if a meant getting a little wet. In the end the rain dissipated and we were able to get some stunning beach portraits. 

Lisa and her friends were getting ready at Casa de las Brisas. She was excited and happy and had a special glow about her. 
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The ceremony was held at Manuel Antonio beach, under the wild almond trees. Since it was a bit of a rainy day the beach was nearly empty, which made for a really private ceremony. 
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We were nearing the end of our portrait session when Lisa's brother, who had actually gotten married a few years before in the very same place, suggested that there was a chance the sun might come out for a sunset. I didn't have high hopes because of all of the rain and cloud cover, but out of no where a BEAUTIFUL sunset surprised us. It only lasted a few short minutes, but it was just enough time to get some sunset photos of the newlyweds. 
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A casual reception was held back at the house. Guests enjoyed dinner and cocktails and shared many laughs together. 
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Photographer: Madison Baltodano Photography
Venue: Casa de las Brisas
Wedding Planner: Oasis Destination Weddings
Cake: Mariposa Pastry
Hair and Makeup: Mademoiselle Salon
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Megan and Cesar's Sweet Wedding at Parador Hotel

5/14/2019

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Megan and Cesar held a beautiful destination wedding at Parador Hotel in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. Cesar is from Costa Rica so it made perfect sense to have the wedding in his home country. Family from both Costa Rica and the United States attended and had a fabulous time getting to know one another. 

The day started with Megan getting ready. Her mom and some other close friends were also there with her. She looked absolutely stunning!
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The ceremony was held a brand new event space at the hotel. A terrace with views of blue as far as the eye can see made the perfect spot for their geometric arch setup. 
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The reception was held at an indoor event space adjacent to the ceremony terrace. A beautiful setup of navy tables with gold accents awaited the newlyweds and their guests. 
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Photography: Madison Baltodano Photography
Venue: Hotel Parador
Wedding Planner: Costa Rica Weddings
Cake: Mariposa Pastry
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Hair and Makeup: Mademoiselle Salon
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Agnes and Ivo's Intimate Wedding at Karahe Beach Hotel

4/29/2019

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Agnes and Ivo had a very intimate wedding ceremony on the Manuel Antonio Beach just in front of Karahe hotel. The day before After getting ready and a quick first look we all walked down to the perfect palm tree that Agnes had found the day before. Marcelo, the officiant, married Agnes and Ivo while their young son climbed in and out of his daddy's legs. I don't think that it could have been any more perfect. 

After the ceremony we took photos along the beach. The sunset at first seemed like it wasn't going to be colorful, but on our walk back to the hotel the sky lit up with amazing colors. We took photos just in time as the colors only lasted a few short minutes. 
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Photography: Madison Baltodano Photography
Venue: Karahe Hotel
Officiant: Marcelo Galli
Hair and Makeup: Priscilla Solano
Flowers: Floristeria Quepos
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Rowan and Alex's Barefoot Wedding at Discovery Beach House

4/29/2019

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Rowan and Alex had a beautiful wedding with their feet in the soft sands of Manuel Antonio Beach. They rented Discovery Beach House, which is one of the few beachfront houses in Manuel Antonio, and had the ceremony just in front of the house. 
Rowan was so easy going and naturally beautiful. She had a smile on her face the entire day, and was eager to go with the flow. She wore a beautiful and unique dress and had an adult flower boy in her bridal party. 
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Alex was the quite type, a perfect balance to Rowan's free spirit. We took a few photos of him getting ready with his best man before heading out to the ceremony area.
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The ceremony was held in the shade of the wild almond trees which line the edge of the Manuel Antonio Beach. Benches and fans were set out for guests, and a beautiful tropical arch awaited Alex and Rowan. Guests hung out around the pool before making their way to the ceremony space.
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Rowan's days at the gym certainly paid off for the photo below.
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The reception was held at Si Como No hotel. Rectangular tables were set on a private terrace with views of the ocean. Large green arrangements reminded guests of the beautiful jungle around them. 
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At the end of the night Rowan and Alex exited through a sparkler aisle, but guests surprised them and started torpedoing beach balls towards the newlyweds as they made a mad dash to get out. 
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Photography: Madison Baltodano Photography
Wedding Planner: Celebrations Costa Rica
Venue: Discovery Beach House
Reception Venue: Si Como No
Hair and Makeup: Mademoiselle Salon
Florist: Floristeria Cristal
DJ: DJ Sky
Rentals: D Gala
Cake: Mariposa Pastry
Chef: Chef Desiree
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Jessica and Brandon's Seaside Elopement at Arenas del Mar

4/5/2019

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This sweet couple from Tennessee decided to elope on the sandy shores of Costa Rica. Brandon and Jessica were a complete joy to photograph. They were so easy going and easy to talk to, and their love for one another was very apparent. 

Jessica was getting her hair done while chatting and laughing with Brandon. 
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For the ceremony we all headed to the secluded beach at Arenas del Mar hotel. Jessica and Brandon picked a beautiful spot near the rocky end of the beach. 
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Jessica and Brandon's first kiss was straight out of a storybook. He threw off his hat and took Jessica passionately into his arms. 
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Photography: Madison Baltodano Photography
Venue: Arenas del Mar
Hair: Mademoiselle Salon (Carolina Lera)
​Officiant: Noel Ibo Campos
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