Family Photography
Tamarindo
CostA Rica
Beach Family vacation
Paeltz + Armstrong Families
Almost four years ago, Kara and Justin had a little bun in the oven. Well, Kara has the bun in the oven, little Señorita Amelia. Fast forward almost four years later, I’ve had the privilege to not only photograph Kara + Justin’s baby bump photos, but also Amelia’s first time to the beach, as well as Kara’s brother Kent + sister-in-law Misti’s two vacations in Tamarindo, AND family Amanda, Adam, and their two kids here at the beach. To say the least, it’s such a pleasure and honor to be trusted to capture their family moments while on vacation. And what’s even more fun is seeing the kids grow and meeting new additions!!!
Kara, Justin, Amanda, and Adam, mil gracias from the bottom of my heart for trusting me to capture your family vacation memories!

Pura Vida,
Kristen
P.S. Love these Tamarindo Costa Rica beach family vacation photos? Check out my Family Photography portfolio!
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I would love to hear what photographic ideas you have cooking, whether it be playing on the beach with your family, wandering the Spanish Moss squares in Savannah, hiking up to a beautiful waterfall, or capturing the intimate love at your wedding. I know there are countless other awesome photographers to choose from, so how about we grab a cup of delicious Costa Rican coffee and get to know each other? If the fit is right, I can’t wait to welcome you and your loved ones to the Samba to the Sea familia! Fill out the contact form or email me at hola@sambatothesea.com — you can count on me to get back to you within a day!
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Recent Work
Romantic Beach Elopement at Playa Conchal, Costa Rica || Sarah + Andrew
Romantic Beach Elopement at Playa Conchal, Costa Rica || Sarah + Andrew: For two years Sarah and Andrew were just friends, initially meeting via the mobile six second video app Vine. Despite being thousands of miles apart in California and Alabama, Vine drew them...
Tropical Elopement in Costa Rica || Barbara + Paul
Tropical Elopement in Costa Rica at Hotel Pasatiempo - Barbara + Paul: It was Barbara and Paul's second trip to Tamarindo, Costa Rica within ten months. In love with the gorgeous beach in Tamarindo and the lush tropical garden at their favorite hotel, Hotel...
Hidden Beach in Guanacaste || Playa Ventanas, Costa Rica Golden Hour Photos
Hidden Beach in Guanacaste || Playa Ventanas, Costa Rica Golden Hour Photos: Down a narrow, dirt road only a couple of miles outside of the buzzing surf town of Tamarindo, Costa Rica lies a secluded white sand beach called Playa Ventanas. Standing on this hidden beach...



