$2,000 starting price
About this vendor
Let's toast to the way your love makes a weekend at home feel like heaven. Let's celebrate the things that make you "weird", find inspiration in the things that make you different, and highlight the moments that make you, you.
Whether you're going to declare your love in front of zero witnesses or 150 of them, let's document the love that exists in and out of your wedding day.
Based in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Bilingual wedding photographer of 10+ years.
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Business Attributes
- Hispanic or Latinx-owned Business
Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
- Bridal Portraits
- Day After Session
- Engagement
Photo & Video
- Digital Files
- Photo
- Printed Enlargements
- Same-Day Edits
- Second Shooter Available
- Social Media Sharing
Photo & Video Styles
- Artistic
- Documentary
- Lifestyle
- Modern
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Wedding
- After Party
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Hector was made for this!! We've been enjoying all of our photos and videos from our wedding that was almost a year ago now. He knows how to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera! He's got you covered to make sure you feel beautiful on your big day. Hector took time to talk with me and my husband about our vision for the day and gave us great direction. Do yourself a favor and hire time and his team!
Héctor Javier was the best choice! Professional, punctual, accommodating, and great attitude!
Hector and Tessa were amazing and great to work with! They were both very professional and friendly. They worked hard to make sure that all of the shots came out wonderfully. We were surprised by how quickly we were able to receive a sneak peak of some of the pictures right after the wedding. Would highly recommend for any couples looking for a photographer and videographer to help make their wedding day memorable.
Hector was a dream to work with to capture our engagement and wedding day photos, and we were thrilled with the results. From our initial call with him and Tessa, our videographer, it was clear that we were going to like working with the two of them. We planned our wedding in Puerto Rico from afar, so getting a good vibe from a phone call was important for us to know that they were both going to be great to work with. We also don't often have photos taken of ourselves so we were worried we'd look awkward, but Hector was so good at giving us little cues to make it look like we modeled professionally. Truly I was going to be happy with one or two good photos from the engagement shoot and was stunned with how many looked amazing. On the day itself, he and Tessa were a calming presence, blending seamlessly into the background while capturing every important moment. The quality of his work is outstanding, and I absolutely love the style of his photos. We cannot recommend him enough for anyone seeking a talented and dedicated wedding photographer!
I can not even explain how pleasant and fun and beautiful my fiance and I’s engagement shoot was. We took our photos in old San Juan and hector just knew all the right spots! Hector was so kind, responsive and made us feel so comfortable while having so much fun. This was our first ever time getting professional photos so we were so nervous and had anxiety thinking about how awkward it will be and how awkward we might look. When I tell you there was not an ounce of awkwardness and everyone around us just disappeared. Hector let us briefly look through our shots throughout and if I didn’t like how my hair was tucked or my dress was laying weird etc we were able to take those over since I was able to see in the moment how the photos were coming out. I searched for a photographer for monnnnttths before I came across Hector’s work and I instantly fell in love. It’s all so candid, elegant, romantic and fun. I can not wait to use him for our wedding in 2026. I want to upload a photo but for some reason it keeps failing. Follow his social media to see his amazing work!!!!
Hector and Tessa are a DREAM TEAM. I have been obsessing over our photos since the day we decided to do our engagement shoot with Hector. I immediately booked the duo once I realized they were available on our wedding day. Their commitment and passion for their profession is evident in every single photo they capture. They made us feel like we weren't just their clients but their friends. We received our Wedding Photos within 6 weeks and a sneak peak within 3 days of our wedding! I can't say enough positive things about our experience with Hector and Tessa! They are a MUST have vendor!! Our day wouldn't of been the same without them!!
Hector was a true professional as our wedding photographer! His attention to detail is remarkable, capturing both the grand moments and the subtle nuances that made our day special.
One of Hector's standout qualities is his ability to make everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. He has a knack for capturing authentic, natural moments without making anything feel forced or staged. For those of us who aren't used to being photographed, Hector provided excellent direction, helping us look our best while still feeling like ourselves.
What truly impressed us was Hector's calm demeanor, even under pressure. His professional attitude made us feel like we were in good hands throughout the entire process. He remained attentive and focused, never missing a beat despite the day's hectic pace.
Hector's reliability and communication were top-notch. He was always open to feedback and made sure to understand exactly what we wanted. His kindness and genuine nature shone through in every interaction, making the experience even more enjoyable.
If you're looking for a photographer who can capture the true essence of your day with skill and authenticity, we recommend Hector. His work speaks for itself, but it's his personality and professionalism that truly set him apart.
Hector Javier is an excellent wedding photographer. He captured our wedding day perfectly.
We LOVED working with Hector! We had the pleasure of doing our destination engagement shoot and wedding day photos with Hector. From the start, he was extremely prompt with his communication and takes time to get to know what photos you are looking for in your shoot.
He made us feel so comfortable taking our pictures and the photos are everything we wanted and more. We are so grateful to have found him and look forward to using him again in the future.
Hector was amazing! He made my fiancé and I feel so comfortable in front of the camera. He was able to execute exactly what we were looking for. The photos came out fantastic and we couldn't be happier!
Hector was flexible day of as we mixed up our time zone — hugely appreciated! It was raining lightly at the start of our session and Hector was knowledgeable about great spots to shoot despite the weather. He offered helpful prompts during photos and hyped us up along the way. His work is high quality and we are so happy the final product :)
AMAZING Photographer! We hired him for a last minute photo shoot the day after my wedding to capture a few last minute photos before we departed Puerto Rico following our destination wedding. He was professional, took amazing photos, and delivered them quickly. I couldn’t be happier with our decision to work with him. 10/10 would recommend!
Recomiendo 100% a Hector para cualquier evento. En mi caso, fue para mi boda y quedamos encantados con el resultado.
La calidad de su trabajo fue reflejada en cada foto y al recibir la galería completa pudimos revivir cada momento de nuestro boda. No duden en escogerlo!
We were blown away by our photos -- and delighted to work with Hector and his team throughout the entire process from booking to wedding day. Hector is responsive, collaborative and attentive to details and he has impeccable taste in capturing the most magical moments of our day.
You will not regret hiring Héctor. He is kind, non-judgmental, and most importantly, an incredibly talented photographer. Our family and friends were blown away by the high quality of our engagement photos. We had our pictures taken during a vacation to Puerto Rico and his photography style really stands out (in the best way) from those we typically see in Canada.
Thanks for the great experience, Héctor!
Kathleen & Josh
The best photographer in Puerto Rico! Hector was super accommodating for our elopement and shot for us on two separate days in both Old San Juan and El Yunque National Park. He came ready for adventure and stuck with us in the worst conditions for a photographer, hiking up muddy trails and shooting in the rain. Our pictures turned out absolutely gorgeous, we couldn't be happier with them. Hector turned our day into art, and we will always cherish the memories that he captured.
I absolutely love our pictures. I loved his style and that's why I wanted to book with him. I was nervous we wouldn't be as natural and cool like the other couples in his photos but he did an amazing job coaching us. He knew exactly what to tell us to do to get effortless, natural, beautiful poses. Our pictures came out amazing.
5 stars is not enough! If you want to feel comfortable knowing that your moments will be captured perfectly, I could not recommend a photographer more. Hector and Tessa captured our wedding day flawlessly. The entire process from booking to day of was simple and stress free and our gallery is beyond stunning. They really managed to capture all of the joy and beauty of the day. Kind humans are wonderful to encounter, I am already looking forward to the next excuse that I have to utilize this dream team. Thank you for the most beautiful photos of my most beautiful day!
My husband and I chose Hector for our anniversary trip to PR and I am very much satisfied with his work and all he has to offer. He was able to choose the location he knew would work best for us and that would capture the highlights of Puerto Rico. Very professional and talented! He made us feel comfortable and was very easy going. I am glad I found him on instagram and chose him to capture this trip for us.
Hector photographed my wedding in San Juan Puerto Rico and was absolutely amazing! Through the planning process he was extremely attentive and answered all of my questions as well as was flexible to budget ands needs. On wedding weekend, he captured all of the amazing moments both candidly and in portraits. I would highly recommend working with Hector for anyone in the market for a photographer! Bonus points because his wife is a videographer and they work in perfect harmony together for events.
Guys, when I say that Hector is the best- I mean it. He did an incredible job. We have so many family and friends that reach out to us asking who did our engagement photos. I 10000% recommend.
We can't recommend Hector enough! He was absolutely amazing during all of our wedding activities. We first met him when we hired him for our engagement photoshoot. We sent him some inspo photos for the shoot and he was able to capture exactly what we wanted. We hired him for our welcome party and wedding day. Everything was perfect and his team did not disappoint.
Hector Javier is an extremely talented photographer who really knows how to capture the essence of your wedding. We are more than happy with how the pictures turned out and would definitely recommend his skills to anyone!
Hector was an amazing photographer! He was affordable, on time, organized, and did most of his work totally invisibly. My family, many of whom are exclusive Spanish speakers, were relieved to have a bilingual photographer and found him very respectful to the family members of all ages. We were one of many couples who suffered some COVID-related delays and rescheduling, and Hector was with us throughout and was often understanding of all the complicated circumstances that went into rescheduling the wedding (more than once!) We loved the photos that came from him and his website ordering was easy to use. Though I hope not to get married again haha, I'd be glad to hire Hector again!
Hector was amazing. He made us feel extremely comfortable which made it a fun experience. Definitely recommend especially if this is your first couples photo shoot!
Where do I begin... Hector was amazing! We live in Florida & wanted to take save the date photos in Puerto Rico. We planned this 2 weeks before actually flying out to Puerto Rico. We messaged him and received a reply instantly. The photo shoot ran smoothly. He picked beautiful locations and really brought our vision to life. My fiancé and I love our photos and cannot wait to show them off to our family and guests. Thank you so much Hector!
My husband and I highly recommend Hector! We reached out to him online when we were in PR for a photoshoot as we were in love with the photos he captured for his clients. His edit style was exactly what were searching for! When we met Hector, he was super easy to talk to and he guided us through the photoshoot with such ease! He took us to the most beautiful places around Old San Juan. We are in love with the end products! We highly recommend anyone looking for beautiful photos that will last a lifetime to contact Hector. Run, don't walk!!
Héctor was the best! Carefree energy...he worked with us in getting through the uncomfortable/shy moments in front of the camera. Super responsive and completely open to our vision and inspiration shots. I just loved how our photos turned out. Framing ASAP! We'll definitely be working with him again!
Hector was amazing and his work is phenomenal! He captured the moment I proposed, followed by an engagement session and it turned out amazing. He gave us a nice tour of the Old San Juan area and he made us feel comfortable, at ease, safe, and welcome. We will definitely stay in contact with him and we plan on using his business for future events!
I hired Hector for my bridal shower and wedding welcome party. He was the best! He arrived on time, was extremely professional and nice and took pictures non stop! The pictures turned out AMAZING. He took a combination of candid and posed pictures, but even the posed pictures look natural and relaxed. His edits are beautiful and highlight natural lighting. I would highly recommend Hector for your wedding and any other events for natural, candid but flattering pictures you will cherish forever!
My husband and I wanted to take photos to not only remember our time in Puerto Rico but also to celebrate our 8 year wedding anniversary. The photos hector was able to take of us on that day were exactly what I was envisioning! He made the process so simple and fun and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. I am in awe of how the final results turned out and they truly will be pictures that will last a lifetime! I can't say thank you enough to hector and will definitely book again in the future!
If you're looking for a photographer to produce beautiful, organic, timeless photos , look no further than Hector! Hector shot our engagement photos in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico and my fiancé and I are over the moon with how the photos came out. I loved how Hector had most of his pricing already on his website so there were no strings attached or hoops to jump through. He answered every one of my emails and text messages quickly and was great to work with. My fiancé and I are by no means models and we are not use to having our photos professionally taken. Hector was so chill and worked with us to feel comfortable. I will definitely work with him again if I get the chance to!
The one thing we knew we had to be picky about for our wedding was our photographer, and we couldn’t have made a better choice in choosing Hector. He is extremely talented and so personable! He made us feel so at ease, like we were just hanging out. He’s the kind of person you feel like you’ve known your whole life! He perfectly captured so many beautiful moments that we will cherish forever. When I look at our photos, I can truly feel every emotion that I felt in those moments. We are incredibly impressed by Hector and highly recommend him to everyone looking for stunning professional photos!
Incredible team! Very professional.We relived every detail through their pictures and it was amazing. Thank you so much!
If you're looking for pictures that put a goofy smile on your face and make you forget what you're doing every time you open them. This is your photographer. Incredibly pleased with our wedding photos. Thank you!
When I was planning my wedding, the first thing that I knew I wanted was amazing pictures. Having him for my event was everything I wanted and needed. He was so professional, but down to earth and had his camera on deck for all the action. I love having the real photo without it being so posey and unnatural. He was so creative with our surrounding. He was truly a pleasure to work with and would totally recommend him.
We chose Hector because he was highly recommended. The recommendations were not wrong, the pictures look amazing! Hector was responsive, nice, professional, and accommodative. He quickly knew what we were looking for and delivered beautiful pictures. We had a great time the day of the shoot and he did a great job making us look good (we had no idea we could be photogenic). I recommend him to anyone looking to capture a special moment.
HECTOR WAS AMAZING! I chose him because I love his style of editing. Warm tones forever!
Hector is sweet, kind, and super cool. He captured my proposal to my fiancé, and we had a session thereafter that we considered our engagement session. It was awesome. Hector made us feel very comfortable; my fiancé is more camera shy than I am and I could feel her more relaxed than she's been at other shoots. We got our photos fast, and they are stunning.
He's a photographer for the human in us; and he captures the most human part of your relationship beautifully.
Hey Hector, shoot our wedding? ;)
How do I even begin? Hector was not only a testament to true professionalism, but provided my boyfriend and I with photos we simply can't get enough of. Dealing with foreign NY subway traffic we were SO LATE, I was freaked and sorry, but Hector was simply just chilling on a bench (very patiently) awaiting our arrival. As a girl who is ALWAYS LATE this tiny piece of kindness did so much for my day and experience :)
We treasure our photos, loved our experience, and can't wait to hire sir Hector again. Beyond grateful, thank you!!!
P.S: If you have a nervous bf, gf, partner... look no further :) It was my guy's first time in front of the camera, and his words after were "I seriously didn't even know he was there" Perfect!
Hector and his team were very personable and super easy to work with.
From the moment we first connected up until the delivery of the photos, he was attentive and quick to respond to my questions and any other concerns I had. This is KEY when it comes to dealing with stressed brides!
Photos came out STUNNING!!! He will work with you even if it rains and thunders on the day of your wedding! Which it did on mine… lol
I was completely satisfied and I strongly recommend him for any wedding!
Ector was great fun wedding photographer. He really captures your special day in such an incredible way! Thankful to have found him.
If you are looking for natural and candid pictures to honestly represent your big day, Ector is the perfect fit! My husband and I really wanted natural pictures without all those pictures that you see everyone take. Ector made us feel comfortable and less awkward with both our engagement session and our wedding day! The quality of work for the price is also a steal. We totally recommend him! Thank you Ector!! :)
Éctor was absolutely incredible! He was so personable and captured the most beautiful pictures in the moment. We’re so happy we chose Éctor for our wedding. Our pictures are breathtaking! He answered all of our questions and met all of our wishes. He has such an amazing talent. We highly recommend Thirty Three and a Third Photography!
Ector documented our day exactly the way we wanted it. We flew to Florida from the UK having only spoken to Ector via facetime , from the get go he was open and honest with us and got what we wanted. A non intrusive photographer who could capture everything about our day.
We got married at hard rock hotel in universal studios the went into the theme parks.
Ector has captured our day perfectly, the photos we never knew he was taking are some of our favourite. We haven't just got posing shots but landscapes and group shots that were taken through crowds allowing us to capture the essence of our day.
Thinking of booking Ector contact him and talk to him. You'll book him shortly after.
Thank you again Ector
Ector photographed our wedding on 10/13/18 and was absolutely amazing. I hate taking any kind of photos so to have someone that made me feel comfortable and let me just be myself really made the experience more enjoyable than I could have hoped for. Our photos are absolutely stunning and I've never said that about myself in a photograph before so Ector really worked his magic! Definitely get Ector for your wedding. You won't regret it!
Could not say better things of Éctor! Very professional, accommodating, and intuitive. From the start, he was very relatable and we knew we’d made the right choice. Even when we changed the venue, he made do and helped capture wonderful memories. Will definitely suggest him to friends, family, and keep in mind for any future event.
Ector was absolutely amazing during our wedding day. He had us do a casual (which is totally our style) engagement shoot before the big day, which made it so easy to just go with the flow on our actual wedding day. He was really great at making us forget that he was even there, but at the same time gave direction when it was necessary to get a really beautiful shot.
Our photos came out absolutely stunning. When I was looking for photographers I saw my fair share of bad wedding photos from the super cheesy to the over-edited and I was delighted that our photos were nothing like that. Every emotion he captured just looked so natural and he did a spectacular job of catching the energy of our day. I would absolutely recommend Ector!!
My husband and I could not be happier with our photos. Every hug, smile, laugh, intimate moment, and tear we have documented perfectly!! Ector is amazing- we will recommend him to everyone.
We are a same-sex couple who could not be happier to have had Éctor as our wedding photographer. His photos of our engagement shoot, wedding ceremony, and reception, are all simply stunning. His photos strike the right balance of being artistic, flattering, and timeless without being over-stylized or unrealistic. How did he manage to capture all of the special moments without interrupting us or making us feel like we were acting/on stage?! Everyone who has seen our wedding photos has told us that they are beautiful. We were also floored by the speed with which Éctor was able to send us our photos after the wedding. Throughout our wedding process, Éctor was professional and carried a positive energy — we not only enjoyed his work, but we also enjoyed spending time with him. Finally, as a same-sex couple, it was important to us that our wedding vendors be LGBT friendly, and Éctor more than fit that bill — he never once made us feel anything other than completely respected and he treated us like any other couple. We highly highly recommend Éctor.
Éctor and Tessa are not only wildly talented - they are both fantastic people. Tessa shot our Brooklyn elopement, and having her as part of our day was a gift. She fit right in with our friends and family, had fun right alongside us, and still executed her work beautifully and without pause. Éctor and Tessa captured our wedding day exactly as I remember it. The photos from our wedding are quite obviously beautiful, but most importantly, they are US. I can't thank them, or recommend them, enough <3
We found Ector through a referral. He was a joy to work with, both because his photos are beautiful (and delivered so quickly) and because he was just fun to have around on the big day. Neither of us considers ourselves a "natural" in front of the camera and Ector helped us to feel so at ease. I would highly recommend Ector.
I absolutely loved working with Ector! I can't say enough good things. He was responsive to all my questions and worked with us on the package that was right for us. We loved our engagement session, primarily because it allowed us to get to know him prior to our big day. And then on the day of our wedding, every time I wanted a picture with a person or group, I looked up and he was already right there with the camera. I highly recommend working with him!
We are so thrilled with our decision to go with Thirty Three and a Third for our engagement and wedding photos! From the very first meeting with Ector, we were so happy. He made the process so easy! I am not one to be comfortable in front of a camera, but his direction was minimal, but just enough to help us along the way. Ector made sure to stay in touch as the wedding approached, helping with a timeline and answering all my questions. On the day of the wedding Ector kept a calm vibe, which is much needed with all the insanity that comes with any wedding! And his end product is so amazing! Ector truly captures the person in each photo. You can feel the love and happiness in each photo he takes. You cannot go wrong with Thirty Three and a Third!
When we started searching for a photographer, we contacted different companies and sorted through companies with the highest reviews. I came across Thirty Three and a Third's website and fell in love. I knew that there was something about Ector that was different ( in the best way possible). He has a unique style that captures the most beautiful shots. He brings his expertise and creativity to the table while also listening to your requests. We were blown away by the beauty and the quality of our wedding photos. Having been a bride planning a destination wedding, I could have not worked with a better team. Thirty Three and a Third as a whole are extremely professional, but they are personable and know how to make you feel right at home with them. Please visit their website, watch Ector's get to him video, and you will see the difference between him and other companies. Thank you so much Thirty Three and a Third, I wish you were closer to us so that we could use you in all of our future endeavours. Much love!
After a lot of research, we chose Ector as our wedding photographer. My husband James and I live overseas and Ector was very accommodating when organizing Skype sessions. We wanted our wedding day to be very organic and laid back and Ector understood just that. From the previews we've seen of our photos, Ector has done an amazing job and we can't wait to see the rest! We recommend him to anyone. Thanks again Ector to you and your team for capturing our amazing memories!
Ector is who you want as your photographer. I cannot speak highly enough of his astonishing talent, his creative eye, and his flexibility. He was unfailingly patient and kind. His pictures are a dance with light, a story of love - an absolute dream. Look no further.
Working with Ector was seriously a pleasure! We fell in love with his photographic style and his entire porfolio of work, after a quick Skype session (we live in Georgia and he was more than happy to accommodate us), we knew Ector was the one! He met us on a a rainy summer afternoon in Savannah for our engagement shoot. He made the hot-steamy-bad hair day of an afternoon into a fun, whimsical, and adventurous time! We ended the evening with beers at a local spot and got to know Ector better and talk more about our wedding! I am hardcore type A and Ector's laid back demeanor and friendly attitude was helpful from the Engagement shoot all the way through to the end of the wedding night! He was a great communicator and willing to work with our budget, and shoot our wedding in Miami!
Ector and Kayla were 100% professional and worked with our needs as clients, and still felt like they were a part of the party! After the ceremony and the family photos and before our couple photos we were kind of overwhelmed and just wanted to sit and Kayla ran and got us beers (she was so sweet) and we hung out and talked for just a few minutes which was so nice! We are young, they are young, we felt like friends - not like we were operating a business transaction which every other vendor was so stuffy- not Ector!
Their photos are candid, unique, and really capture the essence of the big day. They have a very documentary/editorial style that is modern, but timeless. They made sure to get all of our crazy assortment of family-photo and couple photo needs and still managed to capture photos of college friend's doing the worm and grannies being twirled around on the dance floor.
I cannot say enough about the quality and variety of images, the results were simply amazing! Cannot wait to see our video. Great company to work with, our favorite vendor, definitely recommend!
Ector was so wonderful - all the way from coordinating beforehand to a seamless wedding day. The pictures were great and captured the feeling I had hoped for.
We live in Switzerland and got married in Orlando where my husband’s family lives. Finding a local photographer that could capture the love we have for each other and for the natural beauty of our venue was most important to us. After many weeks of searching for a photographer that would fit our style and aesthetic we came across Thirty Three and a Third. Ector’s very unique and intimate pictures, full of emotions and his eye for the unconventional and very colorful backgrounds/settings blew us away. We knew we had to book him right away!
We weren't able to travel to the US before the wedding for an engagement shoot and didn't know how we would do in front of the cameras. But the day of the wedding they made us feel totally comfortable from the first shot. We had Kristina as our second shooter who was just as engaging and professional. They did a great job of keeping it fun and making us feel at ease, we think it shows in the resulting photos. They captured details of our reception location with beauty and precision. It was effortless having them in the middle of the wedding activity, they captured the emotion of each moment moving about like ninjas without disturbing anyone.
We are so happy that we found someone that was so talented and in tune with what we wanted. The photos are truly beautiful and create a wonderful story throughout our special day. Thank you so much again for everything you've done for us! You're the best, thank you!
Sabina and John
It's difficult to put into words how happy I am with the outcome of our engagement and wedding photos, and this is all thanks to Ector! He's truly the best at what he does. Living in Miami I had so many great options to choose from when it came to photography, but nothing came close to how I felt after browsing through his portfolio. I am so grateful to have found a 'Thirty Three and a Third' ad after what felt like countless days and hours of searching lol. One of the most important things for me in finding the right photographer was making sure my husband would enjoy the process, too, and he did! We never felt like we were working, spent the entire time laughing and it shows in all our photos. Kayla was our second shooter and she was awesome! She was so helpful and kind throughout the craziness of getting ready and made me feel at ease. I would not change a thing about our wedding day simply because we had the best team capturing every detail and moment! Thanks once again for the great work we wish you nothing but continued success! – Ana & David
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561 Calle Trigo, San Juan, PR | The island of Puerto Rico + destination
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