Intimate bride and groom portrait in warm golden light during a luxury destination wedding in Costa Rica.

Sunlit

wedding photography

Bride and groom embracing beneath golden hour light during a luxury wedding portrait session in Papagayo, Costa Rica.

Elegant

wedding photography

Bride and groom silhouetted beneath tropical palm trees during a sunset beach wedding in Hacienda Pinilla, Costa Rica.

Romantic

wedding photography

Aerial view of a luxury oceanfront wedding in Hotel Andaz overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Costa Rica.

Timeless

wedding photography

Bride and groom running hand in hand through tropical scenery during a luxury destination wedding in Hotel Andaz, Papagayo, Costa Rica.

Unscripted

wedding photography

My philosophy

WHERE BEAUTIFUL LIGHT MEETS REAL EMOTION

Natural golden light illuminating an intimate wedding portrait during a luxury destination celebration.
Elegant wedding table setting with a scalloped glass charger, folded napkin, pink and purple flowers, and colorful vintage goblets.

From breathtaking sunsets to intimate celebrations by the sea, Costa Rica provides an extraordinary backdrop for unforgettable memories. Our goal is to transform those fleeting moments into timeless photographs that capture the beauty, emotion, and spirit of your wedding day.

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Six professional wedding photographers from Costa Rica in black attire smiling together in front of a wooden door and stone wall exterior.
MEET THE TEAM

ONE TEAM, ONE WAY OF SEEING YOUR STORY.

For years, we’ve been photographing weddings and celebrations throughout Costa Rica, with a shared approach that feels natural, refined, and true to the people in front of our cameras.


Today, Sylvia Guardia Photography is a team of photographers who work with the same attention to detail and understanding of what makes a wedding day meaningful. We know when to guide, when to step back, and how to capture everything as it unfolds without taking you away from the experience.


Our team photographs destination weddings throughout Guanacaste, Peninsula Papagayo, and across Costa Rica, from intimate celebrations to full wedding weekends. While each photographer brings their own perspective and personality, the experience and the work remain distinctly ours: timeless, genuine, and centered around the people and moments that matter most.

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Silhouette of a bride and groom embracing against a glowing orange sunset sky during their romantic wedding portrait session.

 

STEP INSIDE OUR WEDDING STORIES

 

The best way to understand our work is to see a wedding from beginning to end. Explore complete celebrations photographed across Costa Rica, and see how each day comes together through the people, places, details, and moments that make it unique.

 

FROM BEGINNING TO END

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A Glimpse Into Our Work

 

Newlyweds sharing a joyful embrace during golden hour wedding portraits in Papagayo, Costa Rica.
A diamond engagement ring with a gold band rests in the center of a woven natural rattan basket.
Elegant white orchid bridal bouquet photographed during a luxury destination wedding in Costa Rica.
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with wooden chairs, potted palms, white flowers, and leafy greenery overlooking a scenic view.
Bride sits on a bed surrounded by smiling bridesmaids in satin robes, holding hands while getting ready for the wedding.
Stylish grooms walking together during golden hour after their luxury wedding celebration in Papagayo, Costa Rica.
Groom in an embroidered cream sherwani holds a gray-green vow book with gold lettering against his chest.
Vibrant red floral leis and intricate bridal henna celebrating hindu cultural wedding traditions during a luxury destination wedding.
Newlyweds celebrating their wedding ceremony with joyful applause during a destination wedding in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
An intimate wedding ceremony unfolds beneath a magnificent tropical tree overlooking the Pacific coastline of Tamarindo, Costa Rica.
Bride in a lace gown wearing a diamond ring reads her wedding promises from a cream booklet titled My Promises To Timmy.
Brown leather penny loafers sit beside a bottle of Glenfiddich 15 whisky and a white orchid on a wooden table.
Groom in a black tuxedo and bow tie adjusts his cufflink, wearing a wedding band, on his wedding day.
A graceful dip kiss captures the joy of newlyweds during romantic wedding portraits in Costa Rica.
Close-up of a bride's hand with a diamond engagement ring holding a flute of champagne, wearing a delicate floral lace dress.
Groom carrying his bride along a secluded beach during a romantic destination wedding in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
A wedding table setting features a decorative illustrated plate, gold cutlery, colored glassware, and a lush floral centerpiece.
Bride and groom share a kiss as petals fall on a wooden aisle by the beach, beneath a floral arch with guests cheering.
Flat lay of groom's wedding details: brown loafers, belt, cologne, cigars, boutonniere and a His Vows booklet.
Wedding bands resting beside delicate blue hydrangeas as part of an elegant destination wedding detail collection.
A bride in a strapless white gown with a diamond ring holds a martini glass with a green olive on a pick.
A quiet embrace between newlyweds captured in soft natural light during an intimate destination wedding in Mangrove Hotel, Costa Rica.
Elegant wedding mandap draped in white and peach florals on a wooden platform with two white chairs under sunlit trees.
White rose bouquet with green leaves rests on a woven plate atop a chair at a beach wedding ceremony.
A flat lay of a Bessa and Tyler wedding invitation, details card and wax-sealed envelope with white orchids and greenery.
Newlyweds walking beneath towering tropical trees as golden sunlight filters through the landscape at the end of their wedding day.
Elegant wedding reception table set with candles, glassware, black napkins, woven chargers, and greenery in a rustic venue.
Elegant newlyweds strolling through lush tropical gardens of Mangrove Hotel in Guanacaste during a luxury destination wedding celebration.
White boxes with gold monogram lettering hold yellow and orange flowers and wooden tags, serving as an elegant wedding escort card display.
Soft bridal portrait framed by a flowing veil, highlighting timeless wedding fashion and natural elegance in Mangrove Hotel, Guanacaste.
Newlyweds walking along a palm-lined beach during a luxury destination wedding on Costa Rica's Pacific coast.
Three-tier white wedding cake with watercolor accents and fresh flowers on a wooden stand against glowing bokeh string lights.
Elegant rustic wedding reception with round tables, cross-back chairs, candlelight and greenery beneath a vaulted wood-beam ceiling.
Editorial-style wedding portrait capturing genuine connection between newlyweds in soft natural light in Pinilla, Guanacaste.
Bride in a golden silk saree wearing peach rose garlands, gold bangles, and layered necklaces holds a small white floral bouquet.
Woven pendant lamps and twinkling string lights hang above a wedding table decorated with white and peach flowers.
Bride in a flowing white gown and groom stand among golden grasses and trees with a sunset ocean view behind.
Bridal party celebrating together in a dramatic sunset silhouette during a luxury destination wedding in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
Silhouetted newlyweds holding hands as the sun sets over the Pacific Ocean during a destination wedding.
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Testimonials

When we received our gallery, we started reliving our wedding day. The photographs are timeless, romantic, and full of emotion. They feel classic which is exactly what we hoped for.


The attention to detail, professionalism, and ability to capture both the big moments and the quiet, meaningful ones truly set Sylvia and her team apart.

CaroLina + Felipe

Sylvia was absolutely incredible!! From the initial booking to after the wedding - she was very professional and the communication was top notch (we even received an email with picture ideas and things to remember for the day of the wedding which was super helpful)!


Stop your search here and go with Sylvia and team!

Gabrielle + Devonte

Sylvia and her team were incredible to work with for our wedding at El Mangroove and Welcome Party at Peninsula CR in Costa Rica! The photos we received were STUNNING and captured so many magical moments from our weekend.


We will cherish our photos for the rest of our lives, and we cannot recommend Sylvia and her team enough!

Megan + Joe

Testimonials

The result was simply spectacular: the photos were dreamed, full of emotion and capturing every moment in a beautiful way. Thanks to his talent and dedication we now have incredible memories for life. I would definitely recommend it a thousand times.

Chen + Johnny

Sylvia was a dream to work with! She made us feel comfortable leading up to the wedding, and captured the most gorgeous images for us at our wedding ceremony and reception. She also was incredibly quick in getting us the finalized photos. We could not be happier with our pictures and the service she provided. Highly recommend!

Abbi + Marcus

Sylvia is a professional that enjoys what she does, charismatic and trustful. You have this feeling from the time you meet her. She knew how to give us instructions and made us feel comfortable with the photos. She also has the service where she posts the pictures in a website where guests can view them, which was really cool. We loved to have her as our photographer in the wedding!

Paula + Diego

Newlyweds walking down the aisle after an oceanfront wedding ceremony as guests celebrate in Nosara Beach, Costa Rica.

Let’s Connect

Every celebration begins with a conversation.


Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a luxury destination wedding in Costa Rica, we'd love to learn more about your vision and help create an experience and photographs you'll treasure for a lifetime.

 

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