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Your wedding, just as it happened.

Documentary wedding photography in Chile

The best photos of your wedding are the ones you never knew were happening.

What you'll truly want to remember can't be requested: your father's face when he sees you in your dress, the friend laughing until he cries during the toast, one hand squeezing another when nobody is looking. My job is to be there, without interrupting, with the camera ready.

How I work
The bride's hand with her ring, holding the veil
The bride with her eyes closed as perfume is sprayed

A few stories

A glimpse of each story.

Stefania & Vicente Stefania & Vicente Peñaflor, September 2026 Isabela & Esteban Isabela & Esteban Santiago, January 2026 Isaías & Natalia Isaías & Natalia Santiago, 2024 A wedding in Arica A wedding in Arica Arica, 2024

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How I work

You live the day. I’ll keep it for you.

About me

A day, just as it happens

From getting ready to the party.

The bride reflected in a golden mirror
The groom fixing his bow tie by the window
A pocket watch in the groom's hand
The couple walking through red petals
The groom laughing out loud next to the bride
The flower being pinned to the groom's lapel
The couple face to face with the Chilean flag behind them
The couple dancing
The bride's veil flying at night by a fountain
Portrait of Ariel Rodríguez with his camera

Hi, I'm Ariel.

There was always a camera in my house. My dad took photos without being a photographer, and I grew up watching someone decide that an ordinary moment was worth keeping.

On your wedding day I move like just another guest, who happens to take the photos. If I say something, it will be brief: to move you into better light, or so you don't miss what's happening behind you.

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How it works

  1. You write to me

    Tell me your date and venue. We talk with no obligation and I show you complete weddings, not just the best shots.

  2. We book

    The date is yours with a 30% deposit and a signed contract. The balance is due no later than the day before the wedding.

  3. The day

    I arrive early, move without interrupting, and every photo is saved to two cards at once.

  4. Your photos

    A preview within 3 working days, then the full edited gallery to download and share.

Cielo and Matías kissing, in black and white

Engagement sessions

A session before the wedding to get to know each other, so you forget the camera is there and we're no longer strangers on the day.

It can also be booked on its own, without booking your wedding with me.

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Pregnant woman on the beach at sunset, holding a pair of baby shoes

Maternity sessions

Waiting is part of the story too. A relaxed session, somewhere that means something to you, to keep how this stage looks and feels before the baby arrives.

It can be just mom, the two of you, or the whole family.

Ask about a session

Booking 2026 and 2027

When is your wedding?

I'll reply personally with availability and plans. If you don't have a date yet, write anyway, or message me on WhatsApp.

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@itsarielrodriguez