Una historia de amor que comenzó en Orlando y llegó a Viejo San Juan


Marlene y Daniel se conocieron durante el verano de 2013 en Orlando, Florida, gracias a algunos amigos en común. Lo que comenzó como un encuentro entre dos personas terminó convirtiéndose en una historia de amor que, años después, los llevaría hasta Puerto Rico para celebrar uno de los días más importantes de sus vidas.


Fruto de ese amor nació su hija Myla, quien tuvo un papel muy especial en la celebración como flower girl, haciendo todavía más significativo el día.


Para su boda escogieron un escenario lleno de historia y carácter: Casa de España en el corazón del Viejo San Juan.


Y fue una excelente elección.

Bride and groom share romantic kiss on rooftop terrace at dusk, her long veil flowing behind them.

Una novia que parecía hecha para este lugar


Desde los primeros retratos de Marlene, hay algo que destaca inmediatamente.


Su vestido de novia, con delicados detalles de encaje y una silueta elegante, combinaba perfectamente con los interiores de madera de Casa de España. El bouquet, en tonos suaves de blanco, rosa y verde, aportaba un contraste natural y romántico.


Pero más allá del vestido y las flores, lo que realmente destaca en sus fotografías es su expresión.


Marlene simplemente estaba radiante.


Las fotografías de preparación permiten contar esa parte más íntima del día: los últimos detalles, el bouquet, el vestido y esos minutos antes de que todo comenzara.

Bridal bouquet of blush pink roses with white ribbon resting on wooden shelf beside white heels and colorful books.
Gold strappy high heel sandals hanging on a shelf beside colorful books and decorative items.
Close-up of a bridal bouquet with blush roses and succulents beside a navy blue Mrs. embroidered wedding bag.
A romantic bridal bouquet of blush and mauve roses with eucalyptus, tied with a white ribbon, resting on colorful embroidered pillows.
White gift bags with gold glitter monogram letters B, Y, J, S filled with tissue paper and pink sunglasses on a table.
Elegant wedding bouquets of blush and mauve roses arranged on a wooden table with a floral wreath and flower girl basket.
A flower girl basket and pink polka dot cup with straw on a wooden table with blush roses in the background.
Two wedding bands and a diamond engagement ring displayed in a white velvet ring box surrounded by pink flower petals.
Elegant lace wedding gown and flower girl dress hanging on rustic wood plank wall with bridal bouquet on side table.
Lace wedding dress hanging on a white Bride hanger against a rustic wooden wall backdrop.
Bride and bridesmaids in blush pink dresses celebrate with champagne bottle before wedding ceremony.
Bride in off-shoulder lace wedding gown holding blush bouquet, posing before rustic wood plank wall in dual portrait.
Bride in off-shoulder lace mermaid wedding gown holding pink bouquet, posing before rustic wood plank wall.
Bride in lace wedding gown holding elegant blush pink and green bouquet with roses and hydrangeas against rustic wood wall.
Bride in lace off-shoulder wedding gown holding blush pink and green bouquet of roses against rustic wood wall.
Bride in lace gown holds bouquet beside flower girl in white dress against rustic wood plank wall.
Elegant bride in lace off-shoulder gown holding pink bouquet, framed by white curtains in soft natural light.
Bride in off-shoulder lace wedding gown holding blush pink rose bouquet, smiling elegantly before floral wallpaper backdrop.
Elegant bride in off-shoulder lace gown holding a bouquet of succulents and pink roses, wearing crystal drop earrings.
Elegant bride in off-shoulder lace gown holding floral bouquet, wearing teardrop earrings with updo hairstyle.
Bride in strapless lace gown putting on earring, wearing diamond ring, with elegant updo hairstyle and natural makeup.
Bride in lace gown holds bouquet with mother in pink dress and father in gray suit at wedding.
Bride in white lace gown poses with three bridesmaids in pink dresses holding bouquets in elegant room.
Bride in white gown poses with three bridesmaids in pink dresses holding floral bouquets.

Una ceremonia en el corazón de Casa de España


Una de las características que hace tan especial a Casa de España es su arquitectura.


El patio interior crea un escenario completamente diferente para una ceremonia de boda. Sus arcadas, balcones, columnas y detalles arquitectónicos rodean a la pareja y a sus invitados, creando una atmósfera que se siente elegante, íntima y profundamente conectada con la historia de Viejo San Juan.

Elegant wedding seating chart display on a gold tablecloth with white shutters, orchids, and green plants at a venue.
Elegant wedding seating chart cards displayed on a wooden shutter board with calligraphy guest names and table numbers.
Elegant outdoor wedding ceremony setup in a historic Spanish courtyard with white chairs, floral arrangements, and arched architecture.
Elegant outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs, orchid floral arrangements, and gold decorative accents.
Elegant wedding ceremony setup with white chairs, floral arrangements, lanterns, and a decorated altar in a white venue.
Elegant wedding centerpiece with blush roses in glass vase beside rustic Mr. & Mrs. sign and gold lantern.
Elegant outdoor courtyard wedding setup with white chairs, floral arrangements, and arched colonial architecture.
Elegant outdoor courtyard wedding setup with white chairs arranged in rows under a grand colonial-style building with arched balconies.
Elegant outdoor wedding ceremony setup in a white Spanish courtyard with rows of white chairs and floral decorations.
Aerial view of an elegant indoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs, floral arrangements, and a decorated altar in a grand venue.
Elegant wedding reception hall with tall floral centerpieces, gold chiavari chairs, and round tables with pink linens.
Elegant wedding table setting with pink menu cards, gold charger plates, crystal glasses, and blush napkins on a silver tablecloth.
Elegant wedding reception tables adorned with pink floral centerpieces, candles, and gold chiavari chairs in a grand venue.
Elegant wedding reception tables with tall floral centerpieces, pink linens, and gold chiavari chairs in a rustic venue.
Close-up of a wedding place setting with pink napkin, gold-rimmed charger plate, and decorative ring holder.
Elegant wedding sweetheart table with blush sequin linen, floral arch, candles, and cake display in a grand ballroom.
Elegant wedding reception table with pink hydrangeas, greenery centerpieces, gold accents, and white linens in a rustic ballroom.
Elegant wedding table setting with Mr. and Mrs. glassware, pink hydrangeas, and gold accents on a white linen tablecloth.
Elegant wedding sweetheart table decorated with Mr. & Mrs. sign, white flowers, and greenery arrangements.
Elegant wedding cake with pink flowers and gold accents displayed on a decorated table with candles and floral arrangements.
Grand wedding reception hall with dark wood floors, chandeliers, gold chiavari chairs, and beautifully decorated round tables.
Aerial view of elegant wedding reception hall with round tables, white linens, and floral centerpieces in a historic venue.
Overhead view of a white wedding reception table set with colorful comic book placemats, candles, and chiavari chairs.
Black Mercedes Sprinter van parked outside Casa de Espana elegant white wedding venue entrance arch.
Elegant wedding reception venue with white tablecloths, colorful placemats, gold chiavari chairs, and candlelit round tables in background.
Smiling groom in dark suit with boutonniere poses at wedding reception in black and white portrait photo.
Six groomsmen in navy blue suits posing on a balcony with white columns at an elegant wedding venue.
Groom in dark suit leaning against column on checkered floor in black and white wedding photo.
Dapper groom in navy blue suit leans against ornate column on checkered floor at elegant wedding venue.
Groom in navy blue suit with pink tie and boutonniere standing by wooden doors.
Handsome groom in navy blue three-piece suit with pink tie and boutonniere poses at historic wedding venue.
Close-up of groom in navy suit with pink tie, pocket square, and floral boutonniere.
Man in blue suit adjusting a luxury chronograph watch on his wrist, elegant formal attire.

La ceremonia de Marlene y Daniel aprovechó precisamente ese carácter.


Desde una perspectiva fotográfica, el espacio ofrece algo increíble: la posibilidad de contar la ceremonia y, al mismo tiempo, mostrar toda la arquitectura que la rodea.


Una de las fotografías más impactantes de esta boda es precisamente la vista desde arriba del patio, donde podemos ver a todos los invitados rodeando a la pareja mientras la arquitectura de Casa de España enmarca completamente la escena.


Es una de esas fotografías que no solamente documentan una boda.


Documentan un lugar.

A groom in a navy suit embraces his mother warmly at an elegant wedding reception venue.
A groom in a navy suit escorts a bridesmaid in a pink gown down the aisle at an elegant outdoor wedding ceremony.
Bridesmaids in pink gowns walk with groomsmen in navy suits during an outdoor wedding ceremony processional.
Smiling groom in blue suit at wedding ceremony beside flower girl in white dress at elegant venue.
A young flower girl in a white dress holds a basket and wand at an elegant wedding ceremony.
Groomsmen in navy suits kneel to interact with adorable flower girl in white dress during outdoor wedding ceremony.
A flower girl in a white dress walks down the aisle at an elegant outdoor wedding ceremony with candles and white florals.
String quartet and pianist performing at an elegant outdoor wedding reception with classical instruments.
Aerial view of a wedding ceremony in an elegant courtyard with guests seated in white chairs around the bride and groom.
Elegant wedding ceremony in a grand arched venue with guests gathered, featuring white floral decor and a stunning indoor courtyard.
Two groomsmen in navy blue suits smile during an outdoor wedding ceremony in a Spanish-style courtyard venue.
Elegant outdoor courtyard wedding ceremony at a Spanish-style venue with arched walkways and white chairs.
Elegant indoor wedding ceremony in a courtyard adorned with hanging greenery, lanterns, and guests seated in white chairs.
Elegant indoor wedding ceremony in a white Spanish-style courtyard with arched columns and seated guests.
Bride and groom exchange vows at altar with officiant, surrounded by lanterns and Moroccan-inspired decor.
Bride and groom exchange rings during outdoor wedding ceremony with white floral decor and hanging lanterns.
Bride and groom share a first kiss and embrace at their elegant wedding ceremony with lanterns and Moroccan tile backdrop.
Bride in lace gown and groom in blue suit walk down church aisle with flower girl after wedding ceremony.
Wedding party poses at dusk outside white Mediterranean venue, bridesmaids in pink gowns, groomsmen in navy suits.

Una recepción llena de elegancia


Después de la ceremonia, la celebración continuó dentro del salón de Casa de España.


La recepción tenía una estética romántica y elegante, con mesas redondas, arreglos florales, velas y una decoración que complementaba perfectamente los tonos cálidos de la madera y los detalles arquitectónicos del salón.


Los grandes candelabros, los balcones interiores y el piso de madera ayudaron a crear una atmósfera clásica que se siente completamente diferente a una recepción de hotel o salón convencional.


Y eso es precisamente parte del encanto de fotografiar una boda en Casa de España.


El venue ya tiene personalidad propia.


No necesita competir con la fotografía. Se convierte en parte de la historia.


Casa de España fue construida en 1934 en estilo Moorish Revival y está inspirada en la arquitectura de los palacios andaluces. Su patio interior y su salón de baile son precisamente algunos de los elementos que la convierten en un escenario tan particular para bodas en Viejo San Juan.

Bride in lace gown and groom in navy suit share romantic moment at elegantly decorated wedding reception venue.
Bride and groom share a romantic embrace at elegant wedding reception with warm golden lighting and floral decor.
Bride and groom share romantic moment at elegant wedding reception with warm floral backdrop and gold chiavari chairs.
Bride and groom share a romantic kiss at candlelit wedding reception table with warm golden lighting.
Bride in lace gown and groom in navy suit share romantic moment at elegantly lit wedding reception venue.
Smiling bride holding floral bouquet poses with groom in navy suit at warmly lit wedding reception hall.
Elegant wedding couple posing at a romantic reception venue with warm amber lighting and floral arrangements.
Bride and groom share romantic kiss in elegant wedding reception venue with warm golden lighting and floral decor.
Bride and groom share a romantic dance at elegant wedding reception with warm floral backdrop and golden candlelight.
Bride and groom share romantic moment on rooftop terrace at sunset, with flowing white veil billowing in the breeze.
Couple shares romantic moment on illuminated white tower balcony at twilight during elegant outdoor wedding celebration.
Bride and groom share a romantic moment at dusk, with elegant white columns framing their wedding portrait.
Bride in lace mermaid gown with long veil stands beside groom in navy suit on brick venue floor.
A groom in a navy suit kisses his bride in a lace off-shoulder gown and veil on their wedding day.
Bride and groom share romantic moment at sunset on elegant venue balcony, bride in lace gown with flowing veil.
Bride and groom share a romantic embrace in a stunning wedding portrait at an elegant columned venue.
Bride and groom share romantic kiss on rooftop terrace at dusk, her long veil flowing behind them.

Una boda con el carácter de Viejo San Juan


Hay lugares donde una boda puede sentirse como cualquier otra celebración.


Y hay lugares donde el escenario forma parte de la historia.


Casa de España pertenece a la segunda categoría.


La arquitectura, la luz, los patios, las columnas, los balcones y los detalles históricos hacen que cada fotografía tenga una personalidad propia.


Para Marlene y Daniel, fue el escenario perfecto para celebrar su historia después de haber comenzado su vida juntos en Orlando.


Y para mí, fue otra oportunidad de documentar una boda en uno de los espacios más interesantes de Puerto Rico.

Bride and groom walk joyfully through guests at elegant indoor wedding reception with gold chairs.
Smiling bride and groom celebrate at elegant wedding reception with groomsmen clapping in background near floral wall.
A woman in a floral dress reads from a blue folder while speaking into a microphone on stage.
A smiling groom in a navy suit holds a microphone and envelope while giving a speech at a wedding reception.
Smiling bride and groom seated at elegantly decorated wedding reception table with floral arrangements and tiered cake.
Woman in pink and gold dress speaks into microphone at elegant indoor event venue.
Bride and groom smiling at wedding reception table with pink floral arrangements and champagne glasses.
Couple shares first dance at elegant wedding reception in ornate ballroom with golden chairs and warm chandelier lighting.
Couples share first dance in elegant ballroom with chandeliers and guests seated at decorated tables during wedding reception.
Bride and groom dance joyfully surrounded by guests in formal attire at a lively wedding reception.
Bride in lace wedding gown dancing joyfully with guests at elegant wedding reception celebration.
Bride and groom dancing joyfully with guests at elegant wedding reception venue.
Aerial view of a large wedding reception dance floor packed with guests dancing under warm chandelier lighting.
Bride and groom share their first dance at a warmly lit wedding reception surrounded by celebrating guests.
Bride and female guests celebrate together on the dance floor at a wedding reception, arms raised in joy.
Bride in white lace gown prepares to toss bouquet as bridesmaids in pink dresses eagerly wait behind her.
Bride seated on chair as groom dances at wedding reception while guests clap and celebrate in elegant venue.
Groom and groomsmen celebrating joyfully on the dance floor with hands raised at a wedding reception.
Groom in blue vest dancing with hands raised at wedding reception while groomsmen celebrate on dance floor.
Men in formal attire dancing and celebrating at a wedding reception in a dimly lit venue.
Men in dress shirts celebrate joyfully at a wedding reception, one raising his hand triumphantly on the dance floor.
Bride and groom smiling beside elegant multi-tier wedding cake adorned with pink flowers at reception.
Silhouette of a romantic couple kissing at sunset near historic architecture with a colorful dusk sky.

Ceremonia & Recepción: Casa de España, Viejo San Juan

Decoración: Dreamers by Luis Alberto

Coordinación: Maritza Pérez — Dreamers by Luis Alberto

Banquete: Food Paradise

Bizcocho: Maribel Ortiz

Maestra de Ceremonia: Noreliz La Torres

Música de la Recepción: DJ Ment

Música de la Ceremonia: Violines de Marquito

Arreglo Personal: Juan Escalera — Escalera Beauty Club

Fotografía: Rafy Vega Photography