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Candid Studios is a photography and videography company founded in 2016 by Ryan Mayiras. We specialize in wedding photography, wedding videography, engagement sessions, corporate events, portraits, and commercial work, with coordinated photo and video teams when you want both covered as one.

We serve clients across Florida, Ohio, Illinois, Colorado, Texas, and New York (14 active city markets), and we travel for destination weddings. Headquarters: 335 Zeppelin Way, Fort Collins, CO 80524. Phone: (844) 522-6343.

What couples notice first: free RAW files with every package, transparent pricing starting at 2,500 for wedding photo or video (4,500 for the photo + video bundle), professional editing, a high-res online gallery, print release, and typical delivery in 2–4 weeks (rush available). We are fully insured and provide venue certificates on request.

Recognition includes WeddingWire Couples' Choice 2024, The Knot Best of Weddings 2022, Best of Zola 2025, Wedding Chicks Best of 2025, Style Me Pretty Little Black Book 2024, Best of NOCO / NOCO Best Videographer (2021–2024), and Readers' Choice Best of NOCO Style 2026 Nominee. 600+ five-star reviews across Google, WeddingWire, Zola, and The Knot (avg 4.9).

Our story started in Colorado: Ryan began in tech repair in Steamboat Springs, moved the business to Fort Collins, and built Candid Studios into a multi-state studio after early engagement and wedding work took off. Today the team is focused on authentic storytelling, not stiff posing, and every proposal is tailored to the couple or brand.

Free consultation and current packages: candidstudios.net · (844) 522-6343 · support@candidstudios.net

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Add'l Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Film
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional
Vintage

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Video
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Negatives
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Candid Studios Photography and Videography

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Candid Studios received glowing reviews for their exceptional wedding photography and videography services. Reviewers appreciated the attentive and professional team, highlighting their creativity, attention to detail, and ability to capture the emotions and beauty of special moments flawlessly. The team's timeliness, organization, and helpfulness were also commended, and multiple reviewers mentioned that the final products exceeded their expectations. Overall, Candid Studios was highly recommended for their diligence, cooperation, and ability to make weddings even more wonderful through stunning images and videos.

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Candid Studios received glowing reviews for their exceptional wedding photography and videography services. Reviewers appreciated the attentive and professional team, highlighting their creativity, attention to detail, and ability to capture the emotions and beauty of special moments flawlessly. The team's timeliness, organization, and helpfulness were also commended, and multiple reviewers mentioned that the final products exceeded their expectations. Overall, Candid Studios was highly recommended for their diligence, cooperation, and ability to make weddings even more wonderful through stunning images and videos.

Michelle
Michelle Sent on 09/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Crafting Timeless Memories

Candid Studios exceeded our wildest dreams when it came to capturing the magic of our wedding day. Their exceptional photography and videography skills, combined with their passion and dedication, resulted in a collection of memories that will be cherished for a lifetime.

From the very beginning, Candid Studios impressed us with their professionalism and warm, accommodating attitude. They took the time to understand our vision for our wedding and worked closely with us to ensure every moment was captured just the way we imagined it. Their genuine interest in getting to know us as a couple made us feel incredibly comfortable, and it's something we truly appreciated throughout the planning process.

On the big day itself, Candid Studios went above and beyond to document every precious moment. Their keen eye for detail and an uncanny ability to capture emotions at their purest form allowed us to relive the day in all its glory. The candid shots, in particular, were a true testament to their skill in capturing the essence of the moment, and these have become our most cherished mementos.

The videography was equally spectacular. The cinematic quality of the footage, along with the carefully selected music and seamless editing, created a wedding video that felt more like a feature film. Watching it brings tears to our eyes every time, as it encapsulates the love, joy, and happiness we felt on that special day.

One of the standout features of Candid Studios is their dedication to storytelling. They didn't just capture images and footage; they crafted a narrative that told the story of our love, from the anticipation and excitement of the morning preparations to the heartfelt vows and the exuberance of the reception. It's like they knew exactly which moments would mean the most to us.

What's more, the turnaround time for our photos and video was impressively quick, without compromising on quality. Their attention to detail in post-production ensured that every image and frame was flawless, ready to be framed or shared with friends and family.

Candid Studios is not just a photography and videography company; they are memory makers and storytellers. Their dedication, talent, and passion for their craft are unparalleled. Choosing them to document our wedding day was one of the best decisions we made, and we will forever be grateful for the priceless treasures they've given us.

If you're looking for photography and videography that goes beyond the ordinary, Candid Studios is the way to go. They will capture your love story in a way that you'll treasure for a lifetime. Thank you, Candid Studios, for making our wedding day truly unforgettable!
Emily
Emily Sent on 02/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Wedding Photography & Videography!

The services Candid Studios has given for our wedding make us very glad! Everything went perfectly from the first consultation till our last images and videos were delivered. Apart from their professionalism, the team made us feel so at ease so that every unique event could be faithfully recorded with such attention to detail.

From the unguarded laughs to the sincere vows, the photographers and videographers were incredibly imaginative and able to faithfully portray the emotions and beauty of our day. Better images and videos would have been much sought for! Every frame, every shot was really a piece of beauty. The wedding book is just amazing; the highlight reel let us enjoy our day once again.

The team's timeliness and organization were also really appreciated. Knowing exactly what they were doing, they made sure we stayed on target without feeling hurried or overburdled. The final products were exquisitely wrapped and ready to enjoy; the turnaround time for getting our photographs and movies was faster than anticipated.

Candid Studios is the best choice if you search for a wedding photography and videography crew that will surpass your needs. We are really appreciative of their diligence and cooperation to make our wedding day even more wonderful.

I appreciate Candid Studios catching the magic of our special day.
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Maxx Sent on 06/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding day

I had a fantastic experience with Candid Studios! The photographers were professional and captured every special moment of my wedding beautifully
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Laura Sent on 04/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographer!

The best photographer I've ever worked with!! Ryan did our wedding and he was incredible! Extremely professional, sweet, and flexible since we had a slight change of plans because of weather. He captured our day perfectly and was amazing to work with!
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Parker Sent on 12/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Candid Studios

They did a fantastic job and were so kind it made everything go so smoothly
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Lacy Sent on 11/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

THANK YOU! We love our images and video!

Excellent team to work with. The video and photos we received were absolutely perfect. They went above and beyond.
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Liz M. Sent on 11/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Hire this team!

This team is simply the best. They killed it at every part of our wedding. I can't believe our wedding photos and I am beyond excited to see what they come up with for our wedding video.
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Maggie Sent on 11/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you!

WOW! This team is really great to work with. You can tell they really care and work hard to give you amazing results. We are so glad we found them.
S
Sophia Sent on 11/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great Videos!

Candid Studios provided outstanding videography services for our wedding speeches. Their team was professional, creative, and captured the emotion and significance of the toasts flawlessly. They skillfully edited the footage to create a heartfelt and cinematic video of the speeches. Candid Studios truly understands the art of capturing the love and support of friends and family, and their work exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend their videography services for any wedding event.
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Amelia Sent on 11/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Quality. LOVE our photos!

Candid Studios did an exceptional job capturing the beauty and elegance of our wedding venue. Their team of photographers was professional, creative, and had a great understanding of the architecture and details. They expertly showcased the decor, ambiance, and the love that filled the space, creating memories that will last a lifetime. The final images were of exceptional quality and perfectly documented the essence of our wedding venue. Candid Studios is the go-to choice for capturing the magic of wedding locations.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner

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Candid Studios Photography and Videography frequently asked questions

Candid Studios Photography and Videography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • Digital Files
Candid Studios Photography and Videography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • Add'l Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Digital Files
Candid Studios Photography and Videography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Film
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
  • Vintage
Candid Studios Photography and Videography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Video
  • Wedding Portraits
Candid Studios Photography and Videography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Candid Studios Photography and Videography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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