After More Than 10 Seasons Photographing New York Fashion Week, I'm Taking This Season Off — Here's Why
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After More Than 10 Seasons Photographing New York Fashion Week, I'm Taking This Season Off — Here's Why

After more than five years and ten seasons photographing New York Fashion Week, I’m finally doing something I’ve promised myself for years: taking a season off. From fast-paced backstage coverage and 15-minute runway shows to incredibly quick photo-delivery deadlines, NYFW can take over an entire week. Here’s why I’m giving myself permission to pause this September—and why I’m already looking forward to coming back next season.

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What I Love Photographing Most During New York Fashion Week
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What I Love Photographing Most During New York Fashion Week

After more than five years and ten seasons photographing New York Fashion Week, I’ve captured everything from backstage preparations and runway shows to fittings, first looks, guests, and celebrities. Here’s what I love photographing most during NYFW—and why the moments beyond the runway often become my favorites.

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Why I’m Finally Shooting Film After Years of Thinking About It
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Why I’m Finally Shooting Film After Years of Thinking About It

After years of thinking about film photography—and remembering my grandfather’s Zenit and my family’s history of developing film—I finally bought my first film camera. Here’s why I’m adding 35mm film to my fashion, client and travel photography, and why shooting a single, unrepeatable frame feels so special to me as an artist.

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Why I Became a Photographer: Celebrating World Photography Day
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Why I Became a Photographer: Celebrating World Photography Day

World Photography Day is the perfect opportunity to reflect on why I became a photographer and what continues to inspire my work. In this personal blog, I share my creative journey, my love for editorial photography, and how I strive to tell meaningful stories through every image I create. Whether I'm photographing in New York City or traveling the world, my goal has always been the same: to create photographs that inspire, connect, and celebrate life's most beautiful moments.

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Hospitality & Real Estate Photography in New York City (and Worldwide): What Hotels Actually Need to Stand Out
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Hospitality & Real Estate Photography in New York City (and Worldwide): What Hotels Actually Need to Stand Out

What makes guests choose one hotel over another? It's not just beautiful interiors—it's the story they imagine themselves living. Discover why hospitality photography that combines architectural precision with authentic lifestyle moments creates stronger emotional connections and helps hotels stand out in today's competitive market.

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Creating an Artistic Maternity Photoshoot in New York City
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Creating an Artistic Maternity Photoshoot in New York City

Go behind the scenes of an editorial maternity photoshoot in New York City. See how I transformed mood boards, color palettes, custom-built studio sets, creative lighting, and thoughtful planning into a maternity session that reflects personality, artistry, and timeless beauty.

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Double Exposure Photography: The Creative Technique That Reignited My Curiosity
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Double Exposure Photography: The Creative Technique That Reignited My Curiosity

For years, my photography lived in two separate worlds: fashion portraits and travel landscapes. In this blog, I share how discovering the in-camera double exposure feature on my Canon EOS R5 inspired me to merge those passions into a single work of art. Learn why I prefer creating artistic effects in-camera, how this technique reignited my creativity, and see some of my first experiments with double exposure photography.

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How I Built a Soccer Stadium in My Tiny Times Square Studio
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How I Built a Soccer Stadium in My Tiny Times Square Studio

Inspired by the excitement of the FIFA tournament, I transformed my small Times Square studio into a soccer-inspired fashion set complete with a custom backdrop, artificial grass, soccer props, creative lighting, and editorial styling. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at the planning, challenges, and creative process that brought this unique photoshoot to life.

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What It’s Really Like Photographing the Met Gala (From the Streets of NYC)
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What It’s Really Like Photographing the Met Gala (From the Streets of NYC)

In 2024, I photographed the Met Gala—not from inside the red carpet, but from the streets of New York, where the real chaos unfolds. From unexpected celebrity encounters to moments I didn’t even recognize until reviewing my photos later, this is what the Met Gala truly looks like through a photographer’s lens.

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The Art Behind My Studio Photoshoots in New York City
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The Art Behind My Studio Photoshoots in New York City

A behind-the-scenes look into my creative process as a New York City studio photographer. From concept to execution, each photoshoot at Times Square Photo Studio is designed with intention, style, and a full creative vision.

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How I Use Lens Filters to Create Magic Straight Out of Camera
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How I Use Lens Filters to Create Magic Straight Out of Camera

Learn how to create stunning in-camera photography effects using lens filters. This guide covers creative techniques for portraits and editorial photography, including starburst filters, prism effects, and glow filters—all without heavy post-processing.

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Behind the Scenes of a Maximalist Birthday Photoshoot in New York City
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Behind the Scenes of a Maximalist Birthday Photoshoot in New York City

Step behind the scenes of a maximalist birthday photoshoot at Times Square Photo Studio in New York City! From pink balloons and designer bags to bubble machines and glam styling, discover how I transformed my studio into a one-of-a-kind celebration. Perfect inspiration for anyone planning a birthday photoshoot or creative NYC studio session.

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How I Became a Runway Photographer at New York Fashion Week
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How I Became a Runway Photographer at New York Fashion Week

With the new season of New York Fashion Week starting today, I wanted to share my personal story of how I went from having no experience and no connections to photographing some of the biggest runway and backstage moments at NYFW. What began with an unexpected invitation to a rehearsal turned into ten seasons of capturing designers, models, and the magic of fashion week

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