Beach Wedding Photographer
Coastal ceremonies, golden-hour light, and a team that knows the shoreline.
Beach Wedding Photography, Done Right
Shooting a wedding on the beach is its own discipline, and Candid Studios has been doing it across the country since 2016. The coastline gives you golden light and an open horizon, but it also brings harsh midday sun, shifting tides, wind, and salt air. We plan around all of it. Where the schedule allows, we steer key portraits toward golden hour and sunset, when the light is soft and flattering rather than squinting and harsh. Our gear is protected against sand, wind, and salt, and we carry full backups so the elements never put your photos at risk. Ahead of the day we check tide charts, confirm any permits the location requires, and build a weather backup plan in case conditions turn. A coordinated photography and videography team captures both stills and film, with pricing quoted transparently upfront.
Couples who also want film can book a photo and video package so stills and ceremony audio stay on one plan.
Coastal weddings captured across the country since 2016.
Our Work
Real sessions from our portfolio
Packages And Pricing
Photography and cinematic video, transparent package pricing.
3,000+ events captured
Fall Date Rush: 10% off, book by October 19
Shorter Coverage
Short
Two hours of focused coverage
Investment from
$995
$896
2 hours of coverage
or split into 3 payments, no extra cost
- 2 hours of photography coverage
- Every delivered image professionally edited
- All original RAW photo files included
- Private online gallery with full print release
- Pre-event planning consultation
Ceremony
Ceremony coverage, no extras
Investment from
$1,295
$1,166
3 hours of coverage
or split into 3 payments, no extra cost
- 3 hours of photography coverage
- Every delivered image professionally edited
- All original RAW photo files included
- Private online gallery with full print release
- Pre-event planning consultation
Intimate
Elopements & smaller celebrations
Investment from
$1,595
$1,436
4 hours of coverage
or split into 3 payments, no extra cost
- 4 hours of photography coverage
- Every delivered image professionally edited
- All original RAW photo files included
- Private online gallery with full print release
- Pre-event planning consultation
Full Celebration
Essential
Our most-booked photography coverage
Investment from
$2,145
$1,931
6 hours of coverage
or split into 3 payments, no extra cost
- 6 hours of photography coverage
- Every delivered image professionally edited
- All original RAW photo files included
- Private online gallery with full print release
- Pre-event planning consultation
Signature
Full-day with a second photographer
Investment from
$3,295
$2,966
8 hours of coverage
or split into 3 payments, no extra cost
- 8 hours of photography coverage
- Second photographer for fuller coverage
- Engagement session
- Heirloom album
- Every delivered image professionally edited
- All original RAW photo files included
- Private online gallery with full print release
- Pre-event planning consultation
Luxury
The complete photography day
Investment from
$4,195
$3,776
10 hours of coverage
or split into 3 payments, no extra cost
- 10 hours of photography coverage
- Second photographer for fuller coverage
- Engagement session
- Heirloom album
- Every delivered image professionally edited
- All original RAW photo files included
- Private online gallery with full print release
- Pre-event planning consultation
Google Reviews
What Our Clients Say
- ★★★★★
Honestly still looking through the gallery from our wedding in Pinecrest and I’m just so grateful to Candid Studios!! These guys made everything feel so effortless even with the crazy heat on the day. Our photographer captured all the little candid moments we didn’t even notice happening and our videographer got the most perfect shots of the ceremony that honestly brought us both to tears. You get exactly what you pay for and then some. If anyone is looking for wedding photography and videography in Miami I couldn’t recommend them more!
Andro pma week ago - ★★★★★
Just wanted to say a huge thank you to the team at Candid Studios for everything. We honestly couldn't recommend them more. From the moment they arrived at our venue in Kendall they were so easy to work with and made the whole day feel stress free. The photos turned out exactly how we dreamed and the film captured every little emotion we didn't even notice happening. y'all really crushed it. If you are looking for wedding photography and videography in Miami you have to hire these guys. We keep going back to look at the gallery and still get so happy seeing it.
James2 weeks ago - ★★★★★
Candid Studios really knocked it out of the park for our portrait session in Pompano Beach. Our photographer was so easy to work with and totally put us at ease even though we were feeling a little awkward on set. We are still looking through the gallery and just keep laughing at how natural some of these photos turned out. If you are looking for great portrait photography in Fort Lauderdale do yourself a favor and book them because y’all made the whole day feel so easy!
Emmy Ke2 weeks ago - ★★★★★
My wife and I highly recommend Candid Studios for wedding photography and videography in Colorado! They were very communicative and took all of our opinions and preferences seriously. Our professional and friendly photographer and videographer captured every magical moment while seamlessly blending into the background of the wedding. The finished product went beyond our expectations, with expertly edited photos and an incredibly moving wedding video.
Hayden Kindschia month ago - ★★★★★
Ryan captured every single moment perfectly and got some great candid shots. How he managed to be everywhere at once and the quality of service and photos delivered was beyond what I expected. I have gone on to recommend him to friends who are getting married soon and will continue to do so. If you need a photographer for your wedding or any special event, Ryan with Candid Studios is it!
Natalia Villegas2 months ago - ★★★★★
After our first consultation with Ryan, we knew we had chosen the right photographer for our wedding. Not only is Ryan highly professional but a joy and so much fun to work with. He made us feel so at ease, making us laugh & just enjoying each and every moment and it truly shows in the beautiful photos. He captured so many of the special candid moments with such attention to detail and creativity. Going through the finished photographs brought me to tears (happy ones). It was like reliving the day all over. Every photo touched our hearts in some way and we will cherish the memories forever!! Thank you Ryan and your team for all your hard work & dedication in making our wedding day in photographs so stunning! You have a true gift for capturing people’s emotions and it certainly shows in the quality of your work. We would highly recommend Candid Studios!! ***** Linda P. & George K. 5/2/26
Linda Pasquale2 months ago
Beach Wedding Photography FAQs
Golden hour, the stretch shortly after sunrise or before sunset, is ideal for beach weddings. The light is soft, warm, and flattering, and the harsh shadows of midday are gone. When your ceremony time is fixed, we plan portrait sessions around the best available light and use professional lighting to keep midday coverage looking clean.
Midday beach light is bright and contrasty, so we manage it deliberately. We position couples relative to the sun, use diffusers and off-camera lighting to soften shadows, and where possible schedule the key portraits for golden hour. The goal is even, flattering exposure with an open sky behind you rather than blown-out highlights or squinting.
Many public beaches and parks require a permit for wedding ceremonies or professional photography, and the rules vary by location. We are used to this and will help you confirm what your specific beach requires ahead of time, so nothing interrupts the day. The permit itself is usually arranged through the venue or the local authority.
Coastal conditions are tough on equipment, so we come prepared. We use weather-resistant bodies and lenses, protective covers, and careful handling to keep sand and salt out, and we carry full backup gear on every shoot. That redundancy means a single equipment issue in a windy, salty environment never puts your coverage at risk.
Yes. Candid Studios provides both photography and videography, and a coordinated team can cover your beach wedding at once. Capturing stills and film together means your gallery and your wedding film tell one consistent story of the day, from the ceremony by the water to sunset portraits along the shore.
Let's plan your beach wedding coverage
Tell us about your coastal celebration and we will build a photography and videography plan around the tides, the light, and your timeline. Every consultation is free.
Book a ConsultationFree Consultation - Review Your Coverage Options
Tell us your date first. Every package includes free RAW files, professional editing, and a high-res gallery. Our team will review your coverage needs.