You don’t need to know how to pose. We’ve got you.
Most couples are nervous in front of the camera — until they’re not. We create a relaxed atmosphere where everything unfolds naturally. No stiff poses. Just you two, fully present.
Planning from abroad? We make it simple.
Locations, logistics, timing, bilingual support — we handle it all from your first message to your wedding day. Clear communication, zero guesswork.
Photos that take you back to exactly how it felt.
The nervous laugh. The waterfall light. The look only you two shared. Real emotions, real moments — documented as they happen in Costa Rica’s most breathtaking landscapes.
Costa Rica Wedding & Elopement Photographer for Romantic & Adventurous Couples.
Hi, I’m Joice Dahianna, a destination wedding and elopement photographer based in Monteverde. Together with my husband, Diego, we’re a dedicated team capturing love stories in Costa Rica, Mexico, Colombia, and beyond. If you’re dreaming of a day that feels effortless, emotional, and beautifully documented, you’re in the right place.
Our approach is simple: honest moments, real connection, and gentle guidance when you need it. You won’t be stuck “posing” all day—just present with each other while we document the laughter, the quiet pauses, and everything in between.
Whether you’re planning a beach celebration, a rainforest or cloud forest ceremony, or a luxury venue experience, we create images that feel timeless and true to you. If you’re looking for a Costa Rica wedding photographer, I’d love to hear about your plans and help you feel calm, supported, and confident from the start.
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Wedding Photography
From intimate ceremonies to full destination celebrations — I document your wedding day with a candid, documentary approach. Real emotion, beautiful light, zero posing stress. I know the best wedding venues in Costa Rica and I’ll help you choose the one that fits your story.
Perfect wedding venues:
La Fortuna (The Springs, Los Lagos) | Guanacaste (Andaz, RIU, Westin Conchal, Mangrove, Secrets Papagayo + private venues) | Manuel Antonio (Villa Punto de Vista) | Private villas in Tamarindo, Papagayo resorts, beach or mountain venues. | Monteverde Cloud Forest.
Elopement Photography
Dreaming of a private ceremony with just the two of you? As an experienced elopement photographer in Costa Rica, I guide you through locations, permits, timing, and flow — so your micro wedding or secret elopement feels effortless and deeply personal.
Perfect elopement venues:
Boutique hotels and natural locations like forest trails, waterfalls, and mountain viewpoints across Costa Rica. | La Fortuna | Arenal Volcano | Tamarindo | Monteverde | Manuel Antonio | Uvita.
Engagement & Surprise Proposal Photography
A relaxed session in Costa Rica’s most iconic scenery — whether it’s a planned engagement shoot or a surprise proposal. Natural, joy-filled images you’ll treasure forever.
Perfect Engagement & Proposal Venues:
Boutique hotels and natural locations like forest trails, El Tigre or La Fortuna waterfalls, and mountain viewpoints across Costa Rica. | La Fortuna | Arenal Volcano view | Tamarindo | Monteverde | Manuel Antonio | Uvita.
Family Photography
Celebrate your time in Costa Rica with a relaxed family photography session—no stiff posing, just real connection. Whether you’re visiting on vacation or simply want updated portraits, I’ll help you choose an easy, beautiful location and capture candid family portraits in soft natural light.
Perfect venues for families:
La Fortuna (Arenal viewpoints + forest trails) | Monteverde (cloud forest) | Guanacaste (beach + tropical landscapes) | Manuel Antonio, Tamarindo.
La Fortuna | Arenal Volcano
Iconic landscapes, rainforest, and luxury resorts — La Fortuna is one of the most breathtaking settings for destination wedding photography in Costa Rica. Arenal Volcano in the background makes every shot unforgettable.
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Monteverde is perfect for intimate elopements in Costa Rica, fine art wedding portraits, and romantic ceremonies surrounded by cloud forest, suspension bridges, and waterfalls. Moody, magical, and unlike anywhere else.
Guanacaste Beaches
Golden sunsets, warm ocean breezes, and luxury beachfront resorts make Tamarindo and Guanacaste the top choice for elegant destination weddings and beach elopements in Costa Rica.
Caribbean Coast
Puerto Viejo brings Caribbean rhythm, turquoise water, and vibrant jungle greens — golden cinematic light perfect for beach weddings and adventurous elopements in Costa Rica with a tropical edge.
Uvita
Secluded beaches, jungle landscapes, and dramatic waterfalls make Uvita ideal for couples seeking a private, adventurous elopement experience on Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific Coast.
Manuel Antonio
Rainforest meets the ocean in Manuel Antonio — one of the most photogenic locations in Costa Rica for destination weddings and intimate elopements, with stunning coastal views and natural light.
Testimonials
Real couples. Real reactions. These are the words of people who trusted Joice Dahianna as their Costa Rica wedding photographer and elopement photographer — and received candid, emotional images they’ll keep forever.
Why Couples Choose Joice Dahianna Hire as Their Costa Rica Wedding Photographer?
Local Expertise
I know where the light is best — Arenal, Monteverde, Guanacaste’s hidden beaches. I suggest locations and timing so your wedding photos in Costa Rica look natural, cinematic, and uniquely yours.
Experience & Calm
8+ years. 650+ couples. Whether you’re booking a full wedding or an elopement in Costa Rica from abroad, I handle the details so you stay calm and present on the day.
Candid & Artistic Storytelling
My style blends candid wedding photography with fine art composition — real emotion, honest moments, not staged perfection.
Bilingual Team
English and spanish. We work seamlessly with international couples from planning to final gallerry delivery.
Portfolio
Explore our portfolio of destination weddings, elopements, and engagement sessions captured by an experienced wedding photographer in Costa Rica. From romantic beach ceremonies to emotional mountaintop vows, each wedding photo session reflects candid moments, natural beauty, and genuine connection.
Melissa & Jason’ s Wedding at Secrets Papagayo Resort
Destination romance at Secrets Papagayo Resort, perfect for couples looking for luxury and natural beauty in one place. See their full gallery of fill memories
Jamila & Daniel’ s Wedding at Hacienda Doka
A vibrant wedding near Poás Volcano, celebrated at the beautiful Hacienda Doka. A day of emotion, —set against one of Costa Rica’s most scenic backdrops.
Nati & Kale’s Wedding at Manuel Antonio
A romantic oceanside celebration at Villa Punto de Vista blending luxury and rainforest views. Moments captured in Manuel Antonio wedding location.
