Cephus Studios

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About

Photography has been part of my life for over 20 years. It’s more than a business in my family, it’s a legacy. While anyone can click a shutter, what sets me apart is the experience I create for my clients. Your story deserves more than average images. I work closely with you to capture authentic moments, natural confidence, and timeless photographs you’ll be proud to share. Whether it’s a wedding, special event, or milestone celebration, my goal is to help you look and feel your best while creating memories that last far beyond the camera.

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 20 times

Serves Norfolk, VA

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2 employees

6 years in business

Business hours

Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Photography style

Traditional

Candid

Artistic

Natural

Photoshoot location

Outdoors

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Home

Office

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, punctuality, and professionalism.

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Laura W.

2 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: My home, venue, etc.

Headshot Photography

DAWN S.

4 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

I spoke with Brandon extensively in regards to doing photography for my stepson's wedding. He returned my message and called me on the phone immediately and was very passionate and thorough about his process and services he provides. Although, we ended up going another route because a friend of the family became available I feel confident about recommending him for a consult (I also viewed his portfolio which was great!)! His prices are very competitive as well! As I have been planning a wedding in a short order of only 3 weeks, he definitely helped take away some of time stress with his prompt response and being one of the few vendors that reached out to me with a phone call so that I could get information and ask questions right on the spot and could get done in 15 minutes with a phone call that would've taken multiple emails back and forth and waiting.

Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Physical proofs or prints • Album or photo book

Wedding and Event Photography

Christopher P.

4 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Brandon is a reliable and talented professional who is easy to work with. On short notice, I asked him to do an on-site photoshoot to capture my engagement proposal. It was planned for a holiday and the hottest day of the year, but that didn’t deter Brandon. When the day came, he was on the beach exactly where he needed to be to photograph the proposal without being seen. Then we spent over an hour doing a couples shoot. The photos all turned out great and my fiancé and I couldn’t be happier. I will definitely be using Brandon again for future events.

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Traditional posed • Candid • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • My home, venue, etc.

Cephus Studios's reply

Thank you for the opportunity Chris! I had a great time being able to capture your engagement proposal, congratulations to you both again!

Engagement Photography

Samaya A.

Jul 4, 2026

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From Google

Brandon Cephus is an exceptionally talented second generation professional photographer! I hired him to shoot my mother's surprise milestone birthday party...and he delivered!!! Brandon took time to discuss the event with me in advance to understand what was important to me to capture. The beautiful array of photos he took literally documented every nuance of my mother's reaction when she arrived at the party, all of the guests and their interactions with mom, and the decorated space where the event was hosted.If you want a confident, highly skilled, professional to unobtrusively photograph what matters most to you, he is the "go to." I would hire him again! Thank you Brandon for making every moment beautiful....now I just have to pick the final photos which will be soooo hard to do!!!

Abby G.

Jul 2, 2026

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From Google

Brandon was amazing! His energy was very good to have on a wedding day or any special occasion. At the end of our wedding, felt like he was family and truly capture our wedding and all the intimate moments there was. Thank you Brandon for accepting us and be opening to engage with us prior to our wedding to get comfortable with each other!

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