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Puerto Vallarta Wedding Photography
Chas Studios is a Puerto Vallarta–based wedding photography and videography team specializing in destination weddings across Puerto Vallarta, Punta Mita, Sayulita, and the Riviera Nayarit. Led by husband-and-wife Diego and Taylor, our team brings a calm, experienced approach to documenting weddings, combining documentary storytelling with thoughtful creative direction. We photograph weddings with a strong understanding of local light, venues, and logistics, allowing couples to stay present while we handle the visual storytelling.
Our style is natural, refined, and candid, with an emphasis on real moments as they unfold. Throughout the day, we work in a documentary way, observing and anticipating moments, while offering gentle creative direction when it’s needed. This guidance is subtle and intentional, designed to help couples feel comfortable and look like themselves, not staged or posed. The result is a balanced mix of candid images and relaxed, well-composed portraits that feel effortless.
We also incorporate flash photography when it serves the moment, especially during evening celebrations and the dance floor. This adds energy, contrast, and a more editorial, paparazzi-style feel that many couples are drawn to. From soft natural light during the day to dynamic flash at night, our approach adapts to the rhythm of the wedding, capturing both the emotion and atmosphere of your celebration in Puerto Vallarta.
In addition to photography, we offer wedding videography for couples who want their day captured in motion. Our films follow the same natural, candid approach, focusing on real moments, movement, and atmosphere rather than staged scenes. You can explore our wedding films and approach to video storytelling on our wedding videography page.
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Wedding Photography FAQ
We’re based in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and photograph weddings throughout Puerto Vallarta, Punta Mita, Sayulita, and the Riviera Nayarit. We’re local to the area and familiar with venues, lighting conditions, and logistics specific to destination weddings in this region.
Yes. While we’re based in Puerto Vallarta, we frequently travel for destination weddings throughout Mexico and internationally. That said, most couples choose us specifically for our experience photographing weddings in Puerto Vallarta and the surrounding areas.
Our photographic style can be described as soft, organic, and classic, using lots of natural light and minimal editing to maintain the natural beauty of your photographs.
We incorporate elements of both photojournalism and traditional photography. This approach captures the wedding day as it unfolds naturally while ensuring we take essential portraits of the most important people on your big day.
Yes, all of the photographers on our team use the same equipment and have the same style. Diego personally edits all the photos, ensuring a cohesive look. If you browse our portfolio or Instagram, you’ll see a blend of work from all our photographers.
We primarily focus on candid photography throughout the day. However, we make time for portraits during key moments, especially with close family and friends.
Yes, we offer gentle guidance to ensure you feel comfortable while capturing a variety of poses. Our goal is for you to look natural and relaxed in every shot.
The pre-wedding meeting is an important moment for us to connect with you as a couple, understand your needs and wants, and discuss important details of your wedding day.
All photos will be delivered 4 weeks after the wedding.
Photos are delivered through an online gallery where you and your guests can view and download them. Your guests can even upload their own photos to the gallery if you wish. It’s very easy!
We take an unlimited amount of photos and deliver the number of photos agreed upon in the package. There is always a minimum of 60 selected and edited photographs per hour of service.
On the wedding day, we arrive as hair and makeup are wrapping up and begin with detail shots, getting-ready moments, and venue photos. We then capture the first look and group photos with friends and family. During the ceremony, we work quietly and unobtrusively, documenting key moments such as the walk down the aisle, vows, first kiss, and exit.
After the ceremony, we move into the couple’s photoshoot, using what we call “guided candid shots” – natural-looking poses with gentle direction, from movement shots (walking, running, lifting her for a kiss) to calmer editorial moments (a hug, a kiss, resting her head on his shoulder).
During the reception, we cover everything from the first dance to the cake cutting, along with candid guest moments. Whether we work solo or with a second photographer, we make sure every important moment is captured.
We’re experienced working with Puerto Vallarta venues, planners, and resort timelines, which allows the day to flow smoothly without unnecessary interruptions.
Yes, we include an engagement photoshoot in packages of more than six hours. It’s a great chance for us to get to know each other so everything feels natural on the wedding day. The session lasts one hour, and you’ll receive 60 edited high-resolution photos.
Most Puerto Vallarta weddings require 6–10 hours of coverage depending on the wedding size, number of events, venue layout, and whether the ceremony and reception are at the same location.
For photography, we use the Canon R6 and R6 Mark II and Alien Bee lighting equipment. Lenses: 24-70 2.8, 70-200 2.8, 50mm 1.4, and 100mm macro 1.4. For video, we use the Sony FX3, DJI Mini 4 Pro drone, Ronin RSC2 stabilizer, DJI microphones, and ZOOM H6 audio recorder.
Yes, all of our cameras have dual card slots, meaning every photo is backed up in real-time to prevent data loss.
We opt for light editing that enhances the natural beauty of the photos. Edits may include removing background objects, sharpening focus, adjusting framing, fine-tuning colors, balancing contrast, and perfecting light and shadow.
For weddings in Puerto Vallarta and nearby areas, there are no additional travel fees. Events outside the region may include travel or accommodation costs, which are always discussed in advance.
Yes! Our in-house cinematographer creates both highlight and documentary-style films, including aerial drone footage. We also offer 60-second social media reels through our wedding content creation packages.
We hold onto the deposit as a cancellation fee. However, you can use the deposit toward a future photoshoot without an expiration date.
We accept bookings up to one year in advance, so we recommend securing our photography services as soon as you’ve set your wedding date.
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