By Karina Rivera • Wedding Photography in Puerto Rico & Beyond

Wedding Photography
in NYC, Puerto Rico & Beyond

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Natasha & Daniel

Iconic engagement in Manhattan, New York

Christine & John

Elegant elopement at El Morro, Old San Juan

Natalia & Phillip

Breathtaking engagement at Old San Juan

About Karina

For me, weddings are life experiences; sensitivity and passion are required to tell the story of such a unique day, as naturally as possible.

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Kind Words from Clients

"THE best photographer. We cannot say enough amazing things about Karina as our wedding photographer! She was fast, creative, professional, and absolutely perfect throughout the entire process. Her talent and eye for photography are truly incredible, and we are completely blown away by how beautiful our photos turned out. Beyond her photography skills, she went above and beyond in so many ways. She helped fix my flowers, stepped in to help with little things that had fallen through the cracks, and made the entire day feel so much less stressful. Her generosity, calm presence, and attention to detail made such a huge difference. You can tell she genuinely cares about her clients and her craft. We are so grateful we chose her to capture our wedding day, and we will treasure these photos forever. Highly, highly recommend!"

— Kelsey Feldman (New York City)
"Karina is amazing! Her passion for photography shines through in every shot she captures. From our enchanting Love Story session to the magical moments of our wedding day, Karina consistently surpassed all my expectations. Working with her was an absolute pleasure—she's not only incredibly talented but also highly responsive, dependable, and devoted to her craft. If you're in search of a wedding photographer or simply seeking stunning photography, look no further—Karina is the perfect choice!"

— Juliana Mercado (Florida, USA)
"Karina was so friendly and thoughtful that she put us completely at ease. She was able to capture the beauty of our intimate sunset beach elopement in such a natural way. She helped us relax and have fun with the photos. She went above and beyond, even climbing on rocks, to get the perfect shot. The photos came out even better than we imagined thanks to Karina. She is a brilliant photographer, and a sweet soul, and we highly recommend her!!"

— Becky Williams (Colleyville, Texas)
“From the moment we first met Karina, she was friendly and professional. On the day of our Love Story shoot, we had several setbacks, but Karina remained committed to making our photos look spectacular. We were both very nervous, but she always made us feel comfortable. On the day of the wedding we didn't have to worry at all, since she was in charge of covering every moment, always attentive and willing to please. Karina was punctual, responsible, and helpful. I'm a photographer too, so one of my biggest concerns was hiring a person who would do high-quality work. We are very happy and grateful with Karina's work and dedication."

— Coralie Sanabria (San Juan, Puerto Rico)
"Hands down, the best photographer! We loved you Karina. Will all the small things that went wrong that day you were the perfect and pleasant in every way. Thank you for adding ease to our day and capturing such a special moment in our lives."

— Michelle Rodriguez (New York City)
“Summarized in just two words: too spectacular. Our wedding photos are MUCH more than I could have dreamed of and Karina made us feel super comfortable at all times (despite both of us being awkward about photos...) and made the day that extra bit more special. HIGHLY recommended!"

— Gabriela Muñiz (San Juan, Puerto Rico)
"I found our wedding photographer, Karina, on TikTok and instantly knew she was the one. I’m a photographer myself and have even shot weddings, so I truly understand how much work goes into this and how important it is to choose the right photographer. From the very beginning, she exceeded every expectation. Watching her and her assistant work together was incredible. They were completely in sync, moving effortlessly as a team, never missing a beat. She initially had the beautiful idea of doing our first look at San Cristobal, and even though it ended up being closed to the public due to a government shutdown, she and my wedding planner came together immediately and created a solid Plan B without any stress or delay. That alone showed her professionalism and experience. Our photos are absolutely stunning!! Beyond anything we could have imagined and the turnaround time was so quick! Hiring her was one of the most important and best decisions we made for our wedding. My husband and I are beyond happy with her work and will treasure these photos forever. If you are even considering hiring her, DO IT. You will not regret it. Please hire her!!!"

— Claribel Roman (Puerto Rico)
"We can’t say enough great things about Karina Rivera Photography. We’re based in NYC and had a destination wedding in Puerto Rico, and from the very beginning Karina made the entire experience feel seamless and stress-free. She photographed both our Love Story session and our wedding day, and the photos from both are absolutely stunning. Karina has a true gift for capturing moments in a way that feels timeless, natural, and full of emotion. Nothing feels forced, every photo tells a story. Her communication was exceptional. Even though we were in NYC, she stayed closely connected with us, met with us virtually, and made us feel genuinely cared for every step of the way. She’s incredibly easy to talk to, warm, kind, and personable, and she offered so much valuable advice throughout the process, not just as a photographer, but as someone who truly wants your day to be perfect. Karina is not only an amazing photographer, but also someone with a wonderful personality, and that combination makes all the difference on such an important day. We truly couldn’t imagine having anyone else capture our wedding. If you’re looking for a photographer for your special day, especially for a destination wedding, we highly recommend Karina Rivera. You will be in the best hands."

— Alex Negron (New York City)
"Karina is A-MA-ZING!! She took my wedding photos and I am amazed with her work. Very talented and soooo great to work with. I am not good with posing AT ALL but Karina helped me through each pose. For the wedding, I stressed out with everything except with her; I trusted her work. Just to show how amazing this girl is, two days before the wedding my hair and makeup stylist canceled. When Karina heard the news she quickly found me a responsible stylist and everything worked out excellent. She saved my wedding day and I will always be grateful! I would recommend her each and every time."

— Anne Díaz (Puerto Rico)
"If you are looking to support a local photographer while also getting incredible value, look no further than Karina. She is an amazing person and professional. She was punctual and patient as we walked around Old San Juan snapping pics. She also carried our water bottle and bag, so we wouldn't have to worry about that. Gave advise and suggestions for posing, but was not intrusive or demanding at all. Her attitude was incredibly positive, humble and cheerful. She knows how to navigate the busy streets and make the most out of the hour/two hour long photoshoot. The turnaround time was quick and the quality of the pictures was excellent. My wife and I are very pleased with the service and would book her again without doubt. Please support her work. You won't be disappointed."

- Ernesto García (Miami, USA)
“More than the quality of the photos, the experience was very important to me and [Karina] was very patient. Her professionalism and experience as a photographer was very evident. This experience will be one that I tell people about for years to come. Needless to say, I left the session with sore cheeks from how much I laughed and how much fun I had!"

— Ashley Robles (Lares, Puerto Rico)