max murphy

graduations - weddings - performing arts

A bride and groom dancing at their wedding reception, both wearing sunglasses, with the bride in a white lace wedding dress and the groom in a dark suit with a tie, under a ceiling with string lights and wooden beams.
A young woman in a graduation gown and cap with a gold tassel and '2025' charm, smiling gently, sitting on grass outdoors with a young boy in casual clothes, also smiling, during daytime with trees and buildings in the background.
A group of drummers playing drums during a performance in a gymnasium. They are dressed in matching light green outfits and appear energetic, with some smiling and others showing intense focus. Books and papers are flying around them.

Fine art photography for those once in a life time moments

Close-up of a couple holding hands during their wedding, with the bride wearing a wedding dress and the groom in a suit, against a bright, slightly blurred outdoor background.
Close-up of two people holding hands, with wedding rings visible, one person with painted nails and a diamond ring, the other person wearing a silver wedding band.
A groom in a black suit with a white boutonniere looks out a window while a bride with red hair, wearing a white lace wedding dress and pearl necklace, sits nearby.
Close-up of a diamond engagement ring with a diamond solitaire on a gold band, displayed on a textured dark surface with soft lighting.
An outdoor wedding setup with chairs arranged facing a wooden arch decorated with white fabric and flowers, set in a natural environment with trees under a cloudy sky.
A close-up of a diamond engagement ring with a large round center stone, set in a prong setting, with a rose gold band, laid on soft, textured fabric.
Bride in a wedding dress with her bridesmaids helping her with dress adjustments inside a room with a cozy sitting area and bulletin board.
A group of men in suits standing in a line outdoors on a grassy field with trees in the background, some looking down or to the side, and one smiling at the camera.
A joyful older woman with short hair in a dark dress holding hands with a smiling bride in a white lace wedding gown and veil, standing in a well-lit room.
A layered collage of stacked firewood and green foliage with small flowers, including a white silhouette of the California state outline in the center.
A black and white photo of a newlywed couple outside in a rural area with a barn in the background. The bride is wearing a wedding gown and veil, and the groom is in a suit. They are facing each other, smiling and holding each other tenderly.
A bride and groom dancing at a wedding reception in a rustic venue with string lights and a metal ceiling.
A close-up of a diamond engagement ring with a solitaire stone, surrounded by a diamond-studded band, resting on a dark fabric surface.
A couple is kissing outdoors, with the woman in a lace wedding dress and veil and the man in a dark suit, during daytime under cloudy sky.
Wedding dress hanging on a hanger in a closet with silver garment bags.
Group of seven men dressed in suits standing outdoors on a grassy field with trees in the background. They are standing in a line, looking downward, with one man in the center smiling at the camera.
A bride in a wedding dress surrounded by bridesmaids assisting her with her gown in a cozy, well-lit room.
Close-up of a man and woman holding hands during their wedding, with wedding rings visible.
Six men's suits hanging on white hangers on hooks against a rustic wooden wall.
A groom in a dark suit with a white boutonniere stands next to a bride in a white lace wedding gown with a veil, seated in a room with mirror reflections and minimal decor.
Couple dancing closely at a wedding reception surrounded by onlookers, all smiling and enjoying the moment in a warmly lit, wood-paneled room.
Four women in satin dresses sitting closely together at a dinner table, smiling for the camera. They are indoors, with a wooden wall in the background and drinks on the table.
A bride and six women standing with their backs together, all wearing matching grey satin dresses, in a room with minimal decor, a small Christmas tree to the left, and a bulletin board with photos on the wall.
Young woman in a graduation cap and gown sitting on outdoor stairs, smiling, with greenery in the background.
A young man wearing glasses, a denim jacket with a white fleece collar, and a white zip-up sweater, standing outdoors with trees and a lamppost in the background, carrying a backpack.

“Thank you so much for the photos, they are so good”

Young men playing drums on a blue indoor floor, with others in the background.

“Max is a really great photographer and person to work with! He was very communicative with getting my appointment set up and got my photos edited very fast”

A young woman in a graduation cap and gown standing outdoors on a street with trees and a fountain in the background, smiling.

“bro is a sick quad player and photographer????? these are awesome man thank you so much”

“Max was the best photographer! I was really impressed with how many different shots we were able to get and how quickly he got them back to me. They looked incredible and I highly recommend!”

A black-and-white photo of a bride and groom smiling and holding each other, seemingly dancing, with a wooden wall background and string lights.

“Max photographing our wedding was very special to me because we actually went to college together! We were his very first wedding, and I knew when I asked him to do it, he would do such a good job! He made us feel so comfortable, captured all of the important moments and little details, and gave us photos that we absolutely love. My husband and I will be booking him anytime we need photos in the future! We couldn’t recommend him enough!”

A young woman in a graduation cap and gown sitting on steps outside, smiling, with one leg crossed over the other, wearing sandals, during daytime with a white structure in the background.
A woman with curly hair and a young boy in a graduation cap and gown, lying on the grass outdoors with trees and buildings in the background, celebrating graduation.
A smiling young woman in a green dress and a black graduation cap with a gold '2023' emblem, sitting outdoors on a stone bench with green foliage in the background.
A woman with black hair and sunglasses wearing a blue jacket and a white sash stands behind a bar, holding up a cocktail glass. The bar has various types of liquor bottles on shelves, and a chalkboard with drink options in the background.
Two women in graduation gowns and caps stand in front of a fountain during sunset, smiling and posing with arms outstretched.
A decorated graduation cap held by a person dressed in a white gown, with a background of grass and a tree trunk. The cap is adorned with flowers, a Stitch cartoon character, and a white ribbon with gold text reading "Nayel 2026." The person is weari
A young woman holding a black graduation cap in front of her face, with only her eyes and part of her forehead visible, standing in front of a textured stone wall.
woman with a blue graduation cap and white dress standing on staircase, smiling, near large windows in a modern building.
A woman sitting on stone steps outdoors, holding a black purse and fully dressed in a white dress, with her left hand resting on her head.
A young woman in a white dress sitting on steps outside, holding a blue diploma folder with a tassel. She is smiling with her hair down.
Two women standing in front of a closed storefront with blue walls and striped awnings, holding bottles and smiling while snow falls around them.
A person's hand holding a decorated graduation cap with a Stitch character from Lilo & Stitch, surrounded by blue and white flowers, on a background of dry grass.

My Services

Personal Project Personal Project
Personal Project
$0.00

Bringing your promotional graphic/ advertisment to life! This is less a photoshoot, and more a process to help you create a 1-3 image series for your personal projects. Pricing is flexible and changes on a project-to-project basis.

Senior Photos Senior Photos
Senior Photos
$200.00

2 hours of in shooting + editing. Consultation call regarding shoot required prior to purchase.

Wedding Wedding
Wedding
$3,000.00

8 hours of constant coverage of your special day! + editing and revisions! Additional fees may be included. A consultation call regarding wedding day and timeline required prior to purchase.

Event Event
Event
$700.00

Up to 6 hours of in person photography covering your event + editing. Consultation call regarding event type and logistics required prior to purchase.

Two musicians playing percussion instruments on stage, with others in the background, illuminated by stage lighting.
A woman in black dance attire performing a dance pose with arms outstretched, in front of a black background with other women in similar attire in various poses, on a wooden stage.
A group of musicians in costume performing with percussion instruments, including drums and xylophones, on stage. One musician is raising his hand, smiling, and wearing glasses.
A group of performers in blue and gold costumes lift a person in a white costume during a dance or theatrical performance on a stage with an orange background.
A group of musicians in light green uniforms performing with percussion instruments on a stage. Some are playing drums, and paper sheets are flying around them.
Group of figure skaters in blue costumes huddled together in a circle on the ice rink, preparing or performing a routine.
A group of six young people in matching blue outfits, holding cymbals, posing on a stage with sheer white curtains in the background.
A lively group of percussionists performing on stage, dressed in matching blue and black costumes with sequined details, playing drums and cymbals.
A dance team performing on stage with a woman in a blue dress being lifted by team members dressed in silver costumes.
A young man holding a large drum with a painted ocean scene, standing on a wooden stage, with other people in the foreground.
Four young performers in glittery blue costumes holding cymbals during a stage performance.
A group of young drummers performing on stage, wearing matching black, white, and red patterned outfits. The scene features a bold, black-and-white, striped floor and background decor, with a large eye design behind them.