
Destination Wedding Photographer
Professional destination wedding photography across the United States
National Destination Wedding Photography
Candid Studios has been photographing destination weddings since 2016 for couples who fall in love with a place and want to say their vows there — whether that's a vineyard in Napa, a villa in the Caribbean, or a historic estate in Savannah. Our destination wedding packages include a pre-trip planning call to coordinate timelines across time zones, travel to your venue, two days of coverage to capture rehearsal dinners and day-after sessions, and a gallery of 500-900 edited images. We arrive a day early to scout the venue in person, identify the best light at different times of day, and plan backup locations for weather changes. All travel costs are transparent and quoted upfront — no surprise fees after the fact. We bring redundant camera bodies and backup gear because there are no second chances when you've flown your family across the country. With experience shooting in tropical heat, mountain altitude, and coastal wind, our team adapts to the environment so you can focus entirely on your celebration.
Serving all 50 states
Our Work
Real sessions from our portfolio
Our Destination Wedding Photography Process
Book
Contact to secure date.
Plan
We help plan details.
Execute
Professional coverage.
Deliver
Receive gallery.
Support
Ongoing support.
Packages and Pricing
Photography and cinematic video, transparent package pricing.
3,000+ events captured
Intimate
Elopements & smaller celebrations
Investment from
$1,695
4 hours of coverage
- 4 hours of photography coverage
- Every delivered image professionally edited
- Social-ready highlight set for sharing
- All original RAW photo files included
- Private online gallery with full print release
- Pre-event planning consultation
Essential
Half-day photography coverage
Investment from
$2,495
6 hours of coverage
- 6 hours of photography coverage
- Every delivered image professionally edited
- Social-ready highlight set for sharing
- All original RAW photo files included
- Private online gallery with full print release
- Pre-event planning consultation
Signature
Our most-booked full-day photography
Investment from
$3,995
8 hours of coverage
- 8 hours of photography coverage
- Second shooter for fuller coverage
- Engagement session
- Heirloom album
- Every delivered image professionally edited
- Social-ready highlight set for sharing
- All original RAW photo files included
- Private online gallery with full print release
- Pre-event planning consultation
Luxury
The complete photography day
Investment from
$4,995
10 hours of coverage
- 10 hours of photography coverage
- Second shooter for fuller coverage
- Engagement session
- Heirloom album
- Every delivered image professionally edited
- Social-ready highlight set for sharing
- All original RAW photo files included
- Private online gallery with full print release
- Pre-event planning consultation
Google Reviews
What Our Clients Say
- ★★★★★
Candid Studios Photography & Videography in Miami is outstanding. From the first message, their communication was prompt, helpful, and professional, which made planning our wedding in the city feel effortless. The Miami team showed up early, worked seamlessly with our other vendors, and kept everything running smoothly while still feeling relaxed and fun. They captured the energy of Miami perfectly — from the skyline and venue details to all the emotional, candid moments with our family and friends. Our final photos and video are cinematic, vibrant, and beautifully edited, and truly let us relive our day every time we watch them. Candid Studios has a proven track record with hundreds of five‑star reviews and multiple wedding industry awards, and our experience absolutely matched that reputation. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer or videographer in Miami or South Florida, we highly recommend booking Candid Studios — you’ll be in amazing hands from start to finish.
Savage Solutionsin the last week - ★★★★★
Candid Studios Photography & Videography is absolutely phenomenal. From our very first conversation, their communication was prompt, clear, and super professional, which immediately put us at ease. On the wedding day, the team was friendly, organized, and truly felt like part of the celebration rather than just vendors in the background. They listened carefully to our vision and captured every moment beautifully — from candid, emotional shots to elegant portraits and all the tiny details in between. The final photos and video are stunning; the color, composition, and editing make it feel like we’re reliving our entire day every time we look at them. If you’re getting married in North Miami Beach, Sunny Isles Beach, or Fort Lauderdale, this is the studio you want on your team. Their 5‑star reputation is well deserved, and we would recommend Candid Studios to any couple looking for amazing wedding photography and videography.
Savage Solutionsin the last week - ★★★★★
We hired Candid Studios Photography & Videography for our Fort Lauderdale wedding and were really happy with the entire experience. Ryan was responsive from the start, answered all our questions, and helped us build a realistic photo and video timeline around our beach ceremony and indoor reception. He gave practical suggestions about timing, how long family photos would actually take, and backup options in case the weather didn’t cooperate, which helped us feel prepared instead of stressed. On the wedding day, the team arrived on time, worked well with our planner and other vendors, and kept things moving without making it feel rushed. They grabbed the big moments — our first look, vows, and first dance — but also a lot of candid reactions from our families and friends that we didn’t see in the moment. We liked that their style felt more documentary than overly posed; there were still a few classic portraits for parents, but most of our gallery looks natural and relaxed, which is exactly what we wanted. The final photos and highlight film turned out great. Colors looked true to life, the video had clear audio even with the ocean and music, and everything was delivered within the timeframe they promised. Pricing was in line with other Fort Lauderdale wedding photographers we researched, and we appreciated that they handle both photography and videography as one team so we didn’t have to coordinate two separate companies. If you’re getting married in Fort Lauderdale — whether on the beach, on a yacht, or at one of the local hotels — Candid Studios is a solid choice. They’re professional, easy to communicate with, and experienced with South Florida weddings, and our photos and video feel like an honest, beautiful record of the day rather than a staged production. We’d comfortably recommend them to other couples looking for reliable photo and video coverage in the Fort Lauderdale and Miami area.
Alphaa week ago - ★★★★★
Candid Studios Photography & Videography in Miami was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the very first consultation, Ryan listened carefully to our vision and then helped us translate it into a realistic timeline that worked with Miami’s light, traffic, and venues. He knew how to plan around the strong sun and evening glow on the bay, and suggested perfect portrait spots in areas like South Beach, Coral Gables, and Coconut Grove so our photos felt unmistakably “Miami” instead of generic. On the wedding day, the Candid Studios team was professional, calm, and everywhere they needed to be without ever feeling intrusive. They captured every important moment — our vows, first look, first dance — along with the candid laughter, emotional hugs, and wild dance‑floor shots that we would have missed in the moment. The finished gallery and film were absolutely stunning: natural colors, thoughtful composition, and a true documentary feel that made us feel like we were reliving the day from start to finish. Friends and family have not stopped complimenting the photos. What really sets Candid Studios apart in Miami is that you get a full photo and video studio in one coordinated team. They handled both photography and videography together, so the images and the film tell one consistent story instead of competing for the same moments. Our package was quoted transparently, included professionally edited images, a high‑resolution online gallery, and free RAW files, and the turnaround time was much faster than we expected. Knowing they’ve captured over 3,000 events nationwide since 2016 — including many weddings in Miami and South Florida — gave us complete confidence on a day you only get once. If you’re planning a wedding in Miami — whether at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, Villa Woodbine in Coconut Grove, Villa Toscana in Homestead, or a beachfront ceremony on South Beach — we highly recommend Candid Studios. They made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, kept the day running smoothly even with the unpredictability of South Florida weather, and delivered timeless photos and video that we will cherish for years. This is the team you want if you care about candid storytelling, coordinated photo + video, and a truly professional experience from the first consult to the final gallery.
Alphaa week 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 Villegas3 weeks 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 Pasquale3 weeks ago
Destination Wedding Photography FAQ
Our destination packages include travel coordination, scouting your venue in advance (virtually or in person), full-day photography coverage, professional editing, and an online gallery. We handle all our own logistics so you can focus on enjoying your destination wedding.
We travel anywhere in the US and internationally. We've photographed weddings in Hawaii, Mexico, Italy, the Caribbean, and beyond. Travel fees are quoted per destination and typically cover airfare, accommodation, and a per diem.
Book 12-18 months in advance for destination weddings. This allows time for travel planning, venue scouting, and timeline coordination across time zones. Popular destination wedding dates in tropical locations book up especially fast.
Yes. For domestic destinations, we arrive a day early to scout locations and lighting conditions. For international weddings, we do virtual scouting with video calls and venue floor plans. This preparation ensures we know exactly where to be for the best shots.
We bring a full lighting kit that adapts to any setting, from bright beach ceremonies to candlelit receptions. We're experienced with tropical sun, desert heat, mountain weather, and everything in between. Our equipment is weather-sealed for outdoor conditions.
Absolutely. Many destination weddings include welcome dinners, rehearsals, day-after sessions, and farewell brunches. We offer multi-day packages that cover the full wedding weekend at a discounted rate compared to booking individual days.
We travel with all images on encrypted drives and cloud backup. We never check equipment bags. Our workflow ensures your photos are safely backed up before we leave the destination. You'll never lose a single image.
Yes, we maintain a network of trusted vendors at popular destination wedding locations. We can recommend coordinators, florists, and other professionals who know the local venues. We also coordinate seamlessly with any vendor your planner has selected.
We understand that destination weddings are particularly susceptible to travel disruptions. We offer flexible rescheduling with no penalty fee. Your retainer transfers to the new date and location. We'll work with you through any changes.
Travel costs (flight, hotel, meals) are the only additional expense. Our photography package pricing remains the same regardless of location. We provide a detailed travel quote before booking so there are no surprises.
Free consultation - packages from $1,695
Tell us your date first. Every package includes free RAW files, professional editing, and a high-res gallery. We reply within 24 hours.