Beautiful Beyond the Light.

We photograph weddings, portraits, and the beautifully unconventional—with an eye for atmosphere, emotion, and the moments that make every story different.

Based in San Diego, California. Available throughout Southern California and wherever the story takes us.


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THE BLACK RIDER &  LADY BLACK RIDER

We are Tony and Maria, the husband-and-wife artists behind Black Rider Studios.

Our work is rooted in emotion, music, faith, family, atmosphere, and the kind of imagery that feels like it belongs to memory.


“Vintage, timeless, gorgeous, PERFECT.” 

- Madison, Orange County, California


WhatWePhotograph.

From weddings and portraits to Old Hollywood, Black Rebel Photography, boudoir, and events — every story is shaped by mood, emotion, and cinematic atmosphere.

WEDDINGS
ENGAGEMENTS
COUPLES
MATERNITY
PORTRAITS & EDITORIAL
Family
OLD HOLLYWOOD PORTRAITS
BOUDOIR
EVENT COVERAGE
Counter Culture Portraits

Let’s Tell Your Story
Wherever your story lives, we'll meet you there.

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