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Welcome to Jose Luis Zapata Photography, a boutique wedding photography studio based in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize. Our studio comprises of Jose Luis Zapata, Belize’s most sought-after wedding photographer for over a decade. Jose Luis is the lead photographer but whenever he needs an extra set of hands, his wife Pearl, a born artist, is always by his side and helps him in his passion of documenting life. Together, they enjoy creating images that will have a permanent place in your home’s walls but most importantly in your hearts!

Whether you are eloping, having a small beach ceremony or a grand destination wedding, we are equipped and ready to document your special day anywhere in Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, Mayan Ruins, Cayo, Hopkins Village, Placencia or anywhere in the world.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Proofs

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Boudoir Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Digital Files
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Digital Files
Proofs

Reviews of Jose Luis Zapata Photography

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The photographer delivers stunning, expressive wedding photos with excellent editing and a calming, professional presence. Couples praised clear communication, venue knowledge, helpful posing, and flexibility with weather or last‑minute changes. Fast turnaround and attentive service made the experience easy and highly recommended.

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The photographer delivers stunning, expressive wedding photos with excellent editing and a calming, professional presence. Couples praised clear communication, venue knowledge, helpful posing, and flexibility with weather or last‑minute changes. Fast turnaround and attentive service made the experience easy and highly recommended.

Trude
Trude Sent on 04/10/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Photos

Absolutely lovely photos! Jose Luis is just the right mix of professional and friendly. We are so happy with our wedding photos.
Stephanie
Stephanie Sent on 04/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding photos

Jose and his wife were amazing to work with. Very accommodating and flexible with my budget and the schedule of the wedding. My photos came out beautiful before the editing and after, they are breathtaking. Such a wonderful way to preserve the memory. Highly recommend Jose to capture the best moments at your event.
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Ashley Sent on 03/14/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding pictures in Belize

Jose is amazing! Totally recommend. My husband and I never take a good picture simultaneously and Jose got so many good ones. We cannot recommend him enough if you are getting married in Belize.
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Miranda Sent on 01/24/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Great photography 😍🥂

Truly exceptional work! Beautiful photos, great communication, and a calming presence on our wedding day. Could not have asked for a better photographer. We had Jose Luis for our Welcome Party and Wedding day 😁 10/10 recommend! Jose Luis is voted the best for years for a reason - cheers! 🥂
Jason
Jason Sent on 01/14/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Married to my best friend!

We truly cannot say enough amazing things about our photographer Jose. From start to finish, they went above and beyond our expectations in every possible way. Not only did they capture every special moment of our wedding day beautifully, but they did so with such professionalism, creativity, and genuine care. They made us feel comfortable, calm, and confident throughout the entire day, which shows in every photo. The attention to detail, the ability to capture real emotion, and the passion they brought to their work were unmatched. We are beyond grateful for the memories they preserved for us and would recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking for someone who truly cares about their craft and their clients.
Angela
Angela Sent on 10/29/2025
5 out of 5 rating

30th Wedding Anniversary Vow Renewal

We hired Jose to shoot our 30th wedding anniversary vow renewal. This was our first professional photo shoot ever and we were thrilled with the outcome! We highly recommend him for his timeliness, his friendliness, and his familiarity with the resort where we were staying. It was easy for him to recommend different locales around the property where the backdrop was beautiful!
Nick
Nick Sent on 10/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Jose is the best in Belize!

We had a wonderful experience with Jose and his team. He was able to capture incredible photos of our special day. He came prepared with locations scouted out, timed the sunset, and even made sure to have backup hairspray in his bag. We would recommend him to anyone looking for a great experience for their wedding!
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Liz Sent on 07/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect photos

Jose Luis captured the perfect photos of our elopement at Victoria House. We had several comments from friends that our photos were so expressive.
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Kelly Sent on 07/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Rain or Shine, the Perfect Photographer!

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Jose for our wedding at Coco Beach Resort on Ambergris Caye, Belize in November 2023. From the beginning, he was professional, responsive, and easy to communicate with - even from afar.

Our wedding day turned out to be unexpectedly rainy, which delayed his arrival and required last-minute changes to our ceremony and reception. Despite the weather challenges, he and his wife Perle went above and beyond to capture the spirit and emotion of the day. They were calm, kind, and adaptable, which helped us stay relaxed and focused on what mattered most.

The photos are stunning - we couldn’t be happier with the way he documented both the big moments and the small, candid details. He truly has an eye for storytelling, and we’re so grateful to have these memories preserved so beautifully.

If you’re considering a destination wedding in Belize, we can’t recommend Jose Luis Zapata Photography enough. He exceeded every expectation!
MC H
Mc H Sent on 06/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding Photographer

We absolutely loved working with Jose Luis Zapata as our wedding photographer! He was professional, kind, and made us feel so comfortable throughout the day. The photos turned out beautiful—natural and perfectly captured all the special moments. Highly recommend!
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Awards

183
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Dulce Belize Weddings Dulce Belize Weddings Wedding Planners

Jose Luis produces beautiful photos he really knows how to capture special moments. He has been working with us for over 4 years. He is highly professional and always on time. I highly recommend this vendor.

Signature Belize Weddings Signature Belize Weddings Wedding Planners

We love working with Jose Luis! He is extremely professional, and has great equipment. Products are delivered on time, and couple's love his work

Belize Weddings Belize Weddings Wedding Planners

I have been working with Jose Luis Zapata for years, and he has done an excellent job capturing my wedding couples' Special Day! Anyone can take pictures, but it takes a professional to make the pictures come alive. I highly recommend Jose Luis and his team to anyone.

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Jose Luis Zapata Photography frequently asked questions

Jose Luis Zapata Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Proofs
Jose Luis Zapata Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Jose Luis Zapata Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
Jose Luis Zapata Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Jose Luis Zapata Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Jose Luis Zapata Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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