Portrait Photography for Families

Samara & Nosara, Costa Rica

Our Approach —

While we aim to capture at least one traditional portrait with everyone looking at the camera, the rest of the time we focus on documenting playful, candid moments that highlight your family’s connection. The beach is perfect for letting kids explore and be themselves—whether they’re running along the shoreline or finding treasures in the sand, their spontaneity often creates the most magical photos. Don’t worry if your kids aren’t perfectly cooperative; we actually prefer to let them lead! Release expectations, meet them where they are, and trust the process—you’ll be amazed at the memories we’ll create together.

Pricing

$500 USD

in Samara — 60min session
includes a delivery of 50-75 high resolution, retouched files

*add $150 for Nosara

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“We finally got to look through the shots and they are absolutely fantastic!!! Thank you so very much for helping us document this precious time in our children's lives....The kids had so much fun going wild around Davina, and they are already asking when she can come back 😄”

A woman and a man are holding a sleeping baby close to their foreheads and touching their foreheads together, outdoors, on a cloudy day.
A young boy in a blue shirt and brown shorts being joyfully swung into the air by two adults near the beach, with a woman holding a baby girl in a white dress on her hip.
A group of eight people, including adults and children, standing on a beach at sunset, smiling for the camera, dressed in light-colored summer clothing.
A tattooed man holding a newborn baby close to his chest. The baby is sleeping peacefully, with one hand near its face and the other resting on his arm.
A young girl with brown hair wearing a white shirt and colorful shorts sitting on a large piece of driftwood on a sandy beach, looking at the ocean, with overcast skies.
Three girls are standing in a lush green outdoor area during a rainstorm, with all three sticking their tongues out and appearing to enjoy the rain.
A young girl in a pink daisy print romper holding hands with two adults at the beach during sunset.
A child sitting in shallow water, with only their legs and hands visible, their clothing wet and sticking to their body.
Two young girls with blonde hair peeking over a large green leaf, one girl making a kissy face and the other looking curious.
Black and white photo of a young girl standing on a beach near the water, looking directly at the camera with a serious expression.
A family of five walking hand-in-hand along a beach shoreline with lush green trees and hills in the background under a cloudy sky.
A smiling young boy peeking from behind a white wall.
A family of three posing outdoors during sunset, with a man, woman, and young girl close together, all looking at the camera.
A man lifting a young girl into the air at the beach during sunset.
A young girl with light brown hair and blue eyes standing in front of a sofa with a blurred couple sitting on it in the background.
Family of four on the beach at sunset, kissing and smiling.
A woman in a flowing dress holding a baby, standing outdoors with a backdrop of trees and mountains in black and white.
A woman and a young boy playing and running in the water at a beach, with trees and greenery in the background.
A family of three, two adults and a child, holding hands and walking along the shoreline at sunset with their reflections visible in the wet sand.
A multi-generational family of five sitting on a large piece of driftwood at the beach, laughing and hugging each other, with trees in the background.
A young girl with curly hair, wearing a beige jumpsuit, standing barefoot on wet sand at the beach, facing the ocean with waves and an island in the distance.
A young boy with blond hair, shirtless and wearing brown shorts, lying on his stomach on the wet sand at the beach, smiling and playing in the shallow water with a scenic background of distant hills, cloudy sky, and ocean waves.
A pregnant woman and a man are standing on the beach, smiling and looking at each other, while a young child walks nearby. The scene is during sunset with a calm ocean and distant hills in the background.
Family walking on a beach with tall palm trees and an ocean view under a partly cloudy sky.
A woman and a young child are lying on the floor and couch, respectively, laughing and playing.
Family of three, a man, a woman, and a young girl, sitting on a bed and smiling together in a well-lit room.
A family of five on a large log at the beach with green trees in the background. Two children are sitting on the log, two children are standing on it, and two adults are sitting in the middle.
A family of four holding hands and walking in shallow water at the beach during sunset, smiling and enjoying the moment.
A silhouette of a child standing on the beach at sunset, with the reflections on the wet sand and the ocean waves in the background.
Close-up of a young boy with light brown hair, smiling and putting his hand near his mouth, outdoors with blurred green background.
A couple kisses, the woman is pregnant and holding her belly, while the man holds a young girl in his arms, outdoors during sunset.
A woman holding a baby girl up in the air on the beach, with a man sitting on a log and looking at them in the background.
A man holding a child up by the beach at sunset with waves in the background.
A young girl sitting on steps inside a room, playing a yellow ukulele, with a sleeping baby in a pack 'n play in the foreground.
A young girl with long dark hair swimming in the ocean, faced with a grimace, surrounded by foamy waves.
A man and a young girl holding hands, standing at the edge of the ocean during sunset, with waves gently rolling in.
Child sitting on the sand at the beach, wearing pink and purple swimwear, with waves approaching the shore.
A young girl with red hair and a black shirt holds a baby with a shaved head, and they are in a crowded outdoor setting with blurred people in the background.
Young woman with long dark hair wearing yellow shirt and denim shorts on the beach
A young boy hugging an adult person at the beach, with a young girl in the background wading in the water.
A young girl with long black hair wearing a yellow shirt and denim shorts is crouching on a sandy beach, drawing in the sand with her right hand.
A young child wrapped in a towel with a towel hood, looking up with surprise or curiosity, while an adult adjusts the child's towel hood in a black and white photo.
A couple sits on a driftwood log embracing each other on a sandy beach, while four children walk along a fallen tree behind them with green foliage in the background.
Two girls laughing and smiling, one girl in the foreground with eyes closed and mouth open, the other girl in the background also laughing.
Child wearing black swim trunks standing in a swimming pool with a yellow smiley face balloon over their head, surrounded by poolside cushions and greenery in the background.
A young girl in a light blue dress joyfully splashing in shallow water at the beach during sunset.
A girl in a colorful swimsuit doing a cartwheel in shallow water at a beach with other people and trees in the background.
A black and white photo of a family of four sitting against a plain wall, with the mother and father looking into each other's eyes and the two children, a boy and a girl, sitting beside them.
A close-up black-and-white photo of an adult holding a baby from behind. The adult's face is not visible, and they are gently supporting the baby, who is naked and resting on the adult's lap. The adult has tattoos on their arm and is wearing a bracel
A family of four holding hands and walking on the beach during sunset, with dark clouds overhead and reflections on the wet sand.
A black and white photo of two women, each holding a child. The woman on the left has short dark hair, and the child she is holding is wrapped in a blanket, resting on her shoulder. The woman on the right has short hair and is holding a young girl in
Child and cat nose to nose, in an indoor setting near a white staircase railing.
A family of five standing outdoors in a green field, smiling and looking at each other, with trees in the background.
Two young children, a girl with dark hair sleeping against a woman's chest and a boy with light hair lying on her lap, smiling and touching her nose.
Black and white photograph of a young girl standing against a large rock on a beach, with a seagull flying in the sky above and boats on the water in the background.
A family of five walking on rocky terrain near the beach during sunset, holding hands and smiling.
A woman in a light-colored dress carrying a young girl on her shoulder in a grassy outdoor area with trees and sunlight in the background.
A woman hugging a young child outdoors in sunlight.
A young child running on the beach while holding an adult's hand, with another adult in the background walking barefoot on the sand.

“I haven’t even finished looking at them and I need to tell you how talented you are and how happy these make me 😊 A very sincere thank you, they are beautiful. I feel like I need a few days to take them all in…LOL”

A black and white photo of a family sitting closely together on porch steps, embracing and smiling, with a house in the background.

About us

We are Davina & Daniel! After nearly two decades of traveling the world, documenting weddings, and teaching visual storytelling to other photographers, we decided to slow down (way down!) and settle in the beautiful town of Samara, which has been home for us since 2021.

It’s our absolute joy to capture the love, connection, and unique moments that make each family so special. Being entrusted with the task of creating memories that will last a lifetime is truly a gift.

Silhouetted children walking on a rocky beach at sunset with the ocean and sky in the background.
A young girl with wet hair, smiling, sitting in a small body of water surrounded by rocks.
A young girl with messy hair braided into a bun, standing on a sandy beach with her arms crossed, looking to the side with a thoughtful expression.
A young girl in a striped dress is swinging on a wooden swing with ropes, with a blurred landscape of hills and sky in the background.
Two children, a boy and a girl, are saluting at the camera on a beach with trees and palm trees in the background during late afternoon or early evening.

F.A.Q.

Can we do a shorter session?
We’ve found that 1 hour is the ideal amount of time to ensure everyone feels comfortable, especially kids who may need a little warming up. This gives us the opportunity to capture both posed and candid moments that truly reflect your family’s connection. Sometimes, we finish earlier if everything comes together quickly, but we like to allow for a relaxed, unhurried experience.

If you have less time to dedicate to a session, shorter options are available:

$300 USD — 30min session (25-50 images)
$150 USD — 15min session (15-25 images)

Where/when does the photoshoot take place?
We’ll decide on a meeting point on Samara Beach closer to the day of your session, taking into account the tide, time of year, and how busy the beach is.

We schedule sessions at the end of the day when the light is soft and magical—typically around 4 PM, though the exact time may vary depending on the season.

What should we wear?
The short answer is: whatever you want!
Your outfits should reflect what you want the images to exude and/or everyone's personalities.

Our go-to tips are:
- opt for coordinating styles and colors instead of matching
- avoid logos
- prioritize comfort
- choose low-maintenance outfits that allow you to enjoy the shoot without distractions

What happens if it’s raining?
We will be monitoring the weather forecast in the days leading up to your shoot. We can work in a light drizzle, and if a bigger storm is moving through, we will communicate with you to see if shooting at your accommodation can be an option, or if we should try to reschedule. Should we be unable to find a new time, we will issue a full refund (after all efforts to find a new time & location have been exhausted).

I’m ready to book! How do I secure my session?
Click HERE to check our availability. Once you’ve selected a date & time, you will be taken to a checkout page to make the payment for your session. We will send you an email to confirm everything!

Have any lingering questions? Send us an email or Write us via WhatsApp