Father-and-son photography team
The Panhandle of Florida
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Beach Bum Photography is a wedding photography and family portraiture company located in Panama City Beach, FL. This family-owned business believes in treating every client like family and creating fun and unforgettable photo shoots. Above all else, the team seeks to capture the secret smiles, subtle winks, and moments of genuine emotion between lovebirds on their wedding days.
Beach Bum Photography is run by father-and-son duo Karim and Alex Fernandez. Karim started the company in 1998 and has been serving the Panama City Beach area for the last eight years. Throughout his career, this professional has learned that even as trends and technology come and go, one thing remains the same. This is the beauty of preserving clients’ timeless memories. Together with his son Alex, this photographer will document all these moments for you and your partner.
Beach Bum Photography works exclusively with Beach Beginnings to offer a range of wedding packages. The most comprehensive of these comes with multiple locations, three hours of coverage, a minimum of 50 edited images, and digital delivery. Add-ons include a second shooter, videography services, DJ services, and rental of a wireless speaker system.
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Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
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Bridal Portraits
Engagement
Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Drone
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Second Shooter Available
Social Media Sharing
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Classic
Dramatic
Lifestyle
Modern
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
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Meet the team
Karim & Alex Fernandez
Owner
We are a family business (Father and Son) who believes in treating our customer's just like family!
We've worked in the photography business since 1998, the last 16 years in Panama City Beach, Florida. A photographer's work is not defined by the beauty of the subject they are shooting, but by the emotions that those pictures instill in those who view them. The beauty of photography is capturing that one moment, just right. That is what professional photography is all about. That is what we live for; capturing the moment that lasts a lifetime...
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4.8
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Karim and Alex from Beach Bum Photography receive high praise for their exceptional work as a DJ and photographer team. Reviewers highlight their professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to capture genuine moments beautifully. The team's energy, equipment, and talent shine through, making them highly recommended for anyone seeking top-notch photography and DJ services for their special day.Stacy V
5.0
9/11/2025
We couldn’t be happier with Karim and his son Alex! From start to finish, they were both amazing to work with. Karim did a wonderful job with the music. Perfect song choices, great...
energy, and just the right volume levels throughout the night. The dance floor was always lively thanks to him!
Alex was just as incredible behind the camera. He kept our timeline on point, posed everyone beautifully, and even paid attention to the small details that make such a big difference in the photos. His direction was natural and made us feel so comfortable.
Both of them came fully prepared with great equipment and even better energy. They truly went above and beyond to make our day special. We highly recommend Karim and Alex to anyone looking for a DJ and photographer team, you’ll be in the best hands!
Brent D
1.0
6/30/2025
I originally booked with them for photography and the pictures were done well and I received them in a timely manner. Unfortunately I also booked them to be my dj, to run the micro...
phone and speaker for beach ceremony and to do a live stream video of ceremony.
There’s so much to share of what went wrong and how they didn’t show up for me but there’s not enough room to write it all here.
They asked me to produce a timeline of events for day of which I did in full detail bc I feared not getting to go over it verbally with them. Didn’t seem to matter though bc they either didn’t read it or chose to ignore it. The dj played songs that were not on my playlist, he announced at reception how the bride is very meticulous. He/the owner never shared the timeline with his sons, one whom was the photographer which created a problem bc the kid didn’t know what photo shots I wanted done or where to be when. They never really took time to get to know the couple and never introduced themselves the morning of. I wish they would have called to have a verbal conversation before the big day to go over the timeline details but they did not! The Dj had a mishap while all the guests were sitting down to eat, the loudiest screeching noise I’ve ever heard that went on forever. So embarrassing!They assured me on their own accord that they never over book themselves and the week of my wedding they did just that. They brought a broken tripod stand to ceremony that fell over at the start and the audio kicked out and the whole thing was a bust, very unfortunate. We couldn’t hear the music on the beach to know when to start walking down the aisle, a rehearsal would have helped. Due to the photographer not knowing what poses I wanted bc of not reading timeline I had to go over all of it on the spot so I didn’t even get all the shots I wanted. After sharing with them that I was disappointed and would be happy to share how they could do better for the next event they ignored responding to my email. Now I understand fully that they have no integrity. They might be a family in business but I never felt like I was treated like family as they claim. Karim told me months prior that if I don’t want a song played thru it’s entirety that I will look at him make eye contact and nod and he will quiet a song, example sand unity song plays and we finish with sand and song is still playing and we decide we’re done I look at him and nod. He said he would watch me like a hawk for cues, NEVER once did I look this man’s direction and yet not one song played thru it’s entirety, not even the ceremony song we walked down the aisle to, I’ve never been to a wedding where the music selections were cut short especially in a church setting, the only song to play till the end was the couples first dance song, wtf
And what photographer doesn’t bring backup cameras and equipment??? This company apparently.
Outside of photography I would not book this company for any other services. And I will never use them again or refer them out.
If they would have shown interest in my feelings opinions and concerns of how they fell short I would have more respect for them and this review would be different but they don’t want to have a conversation which means they don’t really care about the client or experience just as long as they get paid for showing up physically. Everyone wants a 5 star review but you have to put in the work and the heart to receive such a review. Very disappointing.
Response from Beach Bum Photography on 07/01/2025
Hello! I had spoken with your wife several times to go over the details of the day and to ...
go over the time line. Besides the multiple phone calls there were with your wife, there were also text. Your wife wanted us to show up the day before for rehearsals (something discussed several day before with your wife over the phone that we could not do), and our time is not free. We were at a wedding the day prior, yet we still showed up at the hotel at midnight, to setup for your wedding. You did send me an email which I had zero time to reply to (a few hours before posting this review), asking for a refund, which I promptly gave and was going to take the time to reply back to the email you sent, which was berating and vulgar. You didn't mention you wanted to tell me ways you wanted to help us improve, you just wanted to provide feedback and as you put it in the email" it is quite a list of bullshit", which is why I was going to take the time to answer you back. Even with a response like that, I had every intention to reply, but now not so much. I apologize that your wife, who I did compliment during the rehearsal as being meticulous with the details provided and she was one of the best wedding planners/brides that I had worked with, was complementary and taken out of context here, did not tell you about our communications. The tripod holding the live stream did snap right before it started. We did not have a back up tripod on the beach, but one in our truck, but it was too late to go grab it. Something we profusely apologized for. Also, there are noise ordinances that we have to follow, and having your wedding on the beach at 7:30 AM in the morning, we could only play the speaker so loud. All the songs were played as instructed, and the time you DID mentioned you wanted a song ended early was not the sand ceremony, but your dollar dance because you had issues with your back and your wife had worn you out from being on the beach taking pictures prior due to the heat. You kept our speaker, which was only supposed to be for the ceremony, down on the beach to help call out the names of the family members to take pictures. Something we did happily to make up for the issues with the tripod snapping. Also, the loud screech you heard during the reception was because I was standing in water in the carpet the whole time at the reception, something I told the hotel about at midnight the night before, that the area was flooded. It continued to remain flooded the whole time we were there. I had electrical equipment that was sitting in water and there was a short, that had to be corrected. We took into account what your guests wanted to listen to, as we had asked them personally, prior to your arrival from the beach, what they would like to hear. So we played a few songs that they wanted to hear, so I apologize if it veered off your list to make them happy. I understand that this may not have been the best situation for you, Brent, as you left early from your own wedding due to how bad you were feeling. It is hurtful that you said that we don't have integrity, but then again, from the language used in your email and your views on how you think we treated you, when we tried to do everything to make you comfortable considering how much pain you were in, true colors can be seen behind a facade. I hope your marriage grows strong each and every day and you stay healthy and safe.
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Lisa R
5.0
10/11/2024
Satisfied from to to bottom. Our experience was great. Our front end experience was excellent. Alex was super accommodating with our needs on the day of. He spoke to us very profe...
ssionally. I would highly recommend.
Olga L
5.0
12/20/2023
Our photographer was awesome! Totally nailed it and made our day extra special with amazing shots. Super cool and easy to work with. Highly recommend for anyone who wants awesome p...
ics without the fuss.
Mark S
5.0
12/20/2023
Our photographer was legit amazing! 📸 Caught all the good vibes and made us look like rockstars. Super chill, and the pics turned out FIRE! If you need someone to capture your mom...
ents, this is the one. 10/10, would snap again. 🤘
Tom F
5.0
12/20/2023
Incredible photographer! Alex has a knack for capturing the most precious moments effortlessly. Their talent, professionalism, and friendly approach made our wedding day even more ...
special. The photos are stunning—exactly what we envisioned. Quick turnaround, great communication!
David M
5.0
12/20/2023
Absolutely thrilled with our wedding photographer! Beach Bum Photography exceeded our expectations in every way. Their keen eye for detail, ability to capture genuine moments, and ...
friendly demeanor made the entire experience a joy. The photos are stunning, reflecting the essence of our day perfectly. Quick turnaround and impeccable professionalism. Highly recommend Beach Bum Photography for anyone seeking a talented and personable photographer to beautifully capture their special moments!
Monica C
5.0
12/20/2023
Beach Bum Photography has an incredible talent for not just taking photos but telling a story through each frame. They effortlessly captured the emotions, laughter, and beauty of o...
ur wedding day, creating a timeless collection of memories that we will cherish forever.
David B
5.0
12/20/2023
We are so grateful to Alex for going above and beyond to make our wedding photography experience extraordinary. If you're looking for a photographer who not only captures moments b...
ut transforms them into works of art, he is the one. Thank you, Alex, for being an integral part of our special day and preserving its magic so beautifully!
Jennifer P
5.0
12/20/2023
Choosing the right photographer for our small wedding was a decision we didn't take lightly. After much research and consideration, we were fortunate enough to have Alex behind the...
lens to document our special day. We couldn't be happier with the results and the entire photography experience.
Ximena F
5.0
12/20/2023
We had a small wedding on the beach with close family. Perfect price and we were thrilled with what we got back! Alex was fantastic!
Alex Z
5.0
12/31/2021
Beach Bum Photography did an excellent job at our wedding! They provide incredible service, made sure everything was kept on track and very fun for everyone at the ceremony. I woul...
d highly recommend them if you’re looking for quality and affordable service!
David L
5.0
12/31/2021
We loved our pictures from our wedding! Alex was great and we didn't feel posed. He just let us do our own thing, which felt right and captured us perfectly! Thank you Beach Bum!
Olga L
5.0
12/31/2021
It was a simple intimate wedding, just a few friends, my husband and I. Got some amazing pictures back and what a great value. Alex was super friendly and made me feel so comfortab...
le in from tof the camera.
Taija M
5.0
12/07/2021
Perfectly on time to our wedding even though i was running late! Alex was the perfect photographer for us since my husband and I are beyond awkward taking photos, he made the whole...
process fun and made us feel relaxed
He balanced professionalism and charisma perfectly and asked us multiple times if we had any ideas we wanted to do or if we had a problem with anything
The photos came so quickly my whole wedding party was shocked
Thank you so much for helping us
I highly HIGHLY recommend them and will be using their services for any photo opt i need
George M
5.0
12/07/2021
I cannot sing enough praises for Beach Bum Photography (BBP) and the phenomenal job they have done for our wedding. BBP didn't treat us like customers but rather like family and ab...
ove everything else they made sure that having the perfect and iconic photos to look back on forever was priority #1. Alex took our photos and he not only has an incredible talent of taking beautiful pictures, but also in choreographing and perfectly explaining in easy to understand full detail of how to pose and what to do, etc and even made the whole process fun. I am absolutely grateful that BBP was there to capture our moments and I couldn't have asked for anyone better!
Matthew B
5.0
12/06/2021
Well I did not use them for wedding photography I did use this company for some promotional photographs for my novel. The photographer was waiting ready for me in our agreed locati...
on and took some amazing photos to help promote my work. We thought the wind the whole day and he stayed professional and friendly providing feedback on posing. He made me look amazing which is something I didn’t think possible. Would absolutely recommend for any occasion wedding or otherwise.
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