An NYC City Hall elopement is rarely about spectacle. For most couples, it’s about efficiency and getting on with the part of the day that actually feels like them. From a photography perspective, the moments can start slow, but then move fast in an instant. Every moment still matters. I’ve documented City Hall elopements that […]

Hidden on Cornelia Street in the West Village, Palma is one of the most beautiful restaurants in New York City. It literally takes your breath away the moment you walk in! Inside, it feels like stepping into a small Italian villa filled with candlelight, flowers, and a sense of intimacy that makes it a natural […]

When people imagine the life of a NYC brand photographer, they picture glamorous shoots, iconic backdrops, and fast-paced campaigns. But behind the polished images is a lot of prep work, post-processing, and creative problem-solving. In this post, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what a 3-day photo assignment in New York City looks like. […]

Thursday night in Bushwick felt electric as word spread through the city’s underground music channels: Sam Gellaitry’s intimate pop-up set was hosted by Renegade on a rooftop with the Manhattan skyline glittering in the background. The weather was the perfect summer temp, warm but not sweltering, setting the stage for the free RSVP show that […]

On June 5th, WhyHunger, a global nonprofit dedicated to ending hunger and advancing the human right to nutritious food, celebrated its 50th anniversary at its Annual Chapin Awards Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall, raising over $600,000 to end hunger and the injustice at its root. The event honored GRAMMY Award-winning […]

Looking for free salsa or bachata in NYC this summer? You’re in the right place! Being in New York City for 15 years, I’ve watched the cost of just about everything go up, but my love for exploring the city on a budget has only grown stronger. Finding fun and free things to do is […]

I had the privilege of photographing the star-studded 2025 Music Will Benefit red carpet at the iconic Gotham Hall in New York City. The event honored four music legends: Kristin Chenoweth, Wyclef Jean, Sara Bareilles, and Jackson Browne—all coming together for a cause that transforms young lives through music education. A Night of Musical Excellence […]

The last-minute approval for Hans Zimmer’s Barclays Center live show had me frantically messaging fellow photographers in NYC. With no photo pit access and only shooting permitted from the sides or back of the arena floor, my usual concert setup wouldn’t cut it. Thank goodness for photographer friends! One came through with a loaner Sigma […]

I was literally on my way to the airport heading to Korea when I received an inquiry to photograph a proposal at Rockefeller Center the following week. As a photographer, I’ve learned that sometimes the most magical moments come with the tightest timelines. I’ve talked in past articles about how Photographing surprise proposals can be […]

Photographing surprise proposals can be one of the most rewarding experiences for an events photographer. You have the unique opportunity to document a pivotal moment in a couple’s relationship, creating images they’ll cherish for years to come. However, this exciting task comes with its own set of challenges. Similar to when I selectively photograph weddings […]