Since 2006, we’ve been one of the most trusted names in destination wedding photography. What started in Punta Cana has grown into a studio that travels wherever the celebration takes us. Along the way, we’ve learned that great wedding photography isn’t just about pretty pictures. It’s about capturing the emotion, connection, and the people who matter most to you.
A wedding day goes by faster than anyone expects. You’ll catch glimpses of it as it happens, but most of the small moments, the vows, the reactions, the way the room felt when you walked in, will pass before you can fully take them in. Photographs are what hold those moments in place for you, ready to bring you back to the day whenever you want to feel it again.
Why HDC Photo
After photographing 10,000+ weddings, we’ve built our reputation on consistency. We don’t just show up. We deliver photos that go beyond what couples expect, no matter where the wedding happens.
Shooting weddings across the Caribbean since 2006, we know most venues inside and out. When a venue is new to us, two decades of experience take over. We read the light, work the space, and capture it like we’ve been there a hundred times.
We’ve had the privilege of photographing couples in some of the most extraordinary locations in the world. Our work has taken us across the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Jamaica, Colombia and many more places in between. Every destination teaches us something, and that experience shapes how we photograph every wedding that comes after it.
Our Approach to Wedding Photography
Style
We work in a photojournalistic style, meaning we follow the day rather than direct it. We stay close, we stay quiet, and we let things happen. The focus is on real moments and genuine emotion rather than staged or perfectly composed shots.
Authenticity
We believe the best wedding photos are the ones that happen naturally. There’s a moment that happens at almost every wedding. It’s not on the timeline, and nobody planned for it. It’s a glance, a hand squeeze, a laugh, a tear. Those are the moments we live for.
Portraits
We also set aside time for portraits and family photos, since these are the photos parents and grandparents expect, and end up framed on walls. We keep this part of the day efficient and well organized, so you spend less time posing and more time celebrating. Once the portraits are done, we step back and let the day unfold again.
Editing
Every image we deliver is edited manually, one at a time. Our style stays natural and timeless, with true colors and skin tones that will look just as good in ten years as they do today. Our edits preserve the light, color, and emotion that were already there, rather than imposing a look on top of them.
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Wedding Photography Packages
We offer a range of destination wedding photography packages covering every type of destination wedding, from elopements and small sunset weddings to full weekend celebrations with hundreds of guests. Within each package, we offer some flexibility on coverage hours, add-ons, and other details so it fits your celebration. Every package includes professional editing, a private online gallery to share with family and friends, and high-resolution downloads of every finished image.
For complete package details, inclusions, and pricing, send us a quick inquiry with your date, destination, venue, and rough guest count. A complete list of packages lands in your inbox within 24 hours.
Enhance Your Wedding Experience
Many couples choose to include extra services to make their wedding coverage feel more complete, cinematic, and memorable. Depending on the package you choose, some of these elements may already be included, while others can be added to further personalize your experience.
Wedding Videography
A beautiful way to preserve the movement, sound, emotion, and atmosphere of your day. Video allows you to relive the vows, speeches, music, laughter, and small in-between moments that photography alone cannot fully capture.
Drone Coverage
Perfect for showcasing the setting, venue, coastline, and scale of your celebration from above. It adds a cinematic perspective that highlights the beauty of your location and gives your wedding film or gallery a stronger sense of place.
Photo Booth Experience
A fun, interactive addition for your guests and a great way to capture spontaneous memories during the reception. It also gives your guests something enjoyable to do during the celebration, creating relaxed, playful images beyond the formal wedding coverage.
Wedding Albums
A timeless way to turn your wedding gallery into a tangible keepsake you can revisit for years. A professionally designed album gives your favorite images a permanent place beyond the screen, preserving the story of your day in a refined and meaningful format.
Additional Coverage
Each package includes a different amount of wedding day coverage, with our highest package including up to 8 hours. If your timeline requires more time, additional coverage hours can be added so we can document more of the preparation, reception, party, or any key moments happening later in the day.
Express Delivery
A faster delivery option for couples who would like to receive their wedding photos sooner than the typical delivery window of about 4 weeks. With express delivery, your gallery is prioritized and delivered in about 2 weeks, making it ideal if you want to share highlights, relive the day sooner, or enjoy your images shortly after returning home.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance should we book?
Most couples book 9 to 18 months ahead. Worth knowing: the busiest months for weddings here are March through July, which is not the same as the tourist high season, so a Saturday in June can be harder to get than one in January. Dates are held on a first-come basis, one wedding per day. If your date is closer than that, ask anyway. We have photographed weddings booked a few weeks out and sometimes the day is still open.
How many photos will we receive?
It varies based on the package you have selected, and the number of hours of coverage in it. Most couples receive around 90 to 100 photos per hour of coverage.
How long until we receive our wedding photos?
Most couples receive their full gallery within four weeks. We know how excited you are to see your wedding photos, so we also offer an express option that delivers your photos in just two weeks. Contact us to add it to your package.
Do you photograph same-sex weddings?
Absolutely. We photograph every wedding with the same heart, and we believe every couple deserves beautiful photography. We’ve had the privilege of photographing LGBTQ+ weddings since day one.
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