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.
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.

Fine art photography for those once in a life time moments

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.
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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.
Black and white portrait of a young man with short hair, a backwards cap, and earrings, wearing a hoodie, smiling slightly.

About ME

Portfolio

I have always been a person who has valued versatility, but not at the expense of quality. I will always strive to push myself to be an artist who is capable of producing high-quality work across a spread of styles and mediums. An artist who is versed in multiple genres and is not tied down by any one style or lens of creativity.  The idea that I will be great at everything because I desire to be great at everything is the very basis on which I picked up a camera.

​My dream is that I will be endlessly excellent simply because I chose to be. 

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

all listed prices are base rates. additional fees may apply.

Standard 2 hour session Standard 2 hour session
Standard 2 hour session
$200.00

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

Wedding Wedding
Wedding
$1,000.00

8 hours of constant coverage of your special day! + editing and revisions! Additional fees may be included. Strategy 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. Strategy 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.