Beyond its delectable wood-fired pizzas and Italian-inspired menu, Porta in Jersey City is the ideal canvas for capturing cherished moments. This trendy hotspot in New Jersey, which frequently hosts private events, boasts a vibrant atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors alike. It was in this lively setting that I got to capture a wonderful […]

Camera Gear, Couples, Event Photography, Photography Tips

October 14, 2023

Porta Jersey City Event Photography Wedding Celebration

Porta Jersey City event photography embellished pizza purse.

When it comes to photographing professional headshots in natural light, one of my go-to locations is Gantry Plaza State Park in Long Island City, Queens. With the iconic Manhattan skyline as your backdrop, and the warm, soft glow of golden hour casting its magic, you have the perfect recipe for stunning portraits. A headshot, in […]

Camera Gear, Photography Tips, Portraits

September 30, 2023

Gantry Plaza State Park Natural Light Headshots

Natural light headshot with ambient bokeh from the NYC skyline in the background.

As someone who captures moments in time, photographing an NYC City Hall elopement can be a unique and rewarding experience. Not everyone wants a day of grandeur. For some, a simple civil ceremony is enough. My best friend, Danny, asked me to be his witness and helped capture his big day with his girlfriend, Zoe, […]

Couples, Event Photography, Photography Tips

June 28, 2023

Capturing Intimate Moments of a NY City Hall Elopement

Couple holds a ticket for their spot to get married at NYC City Hall.

As a beginner looking to break into the world of concert photography, it’s important to know what to do and what to avoid in order to succeed. Concerts offer a unique and exciting opportunity for photographers to capture candid moments and emotions on stage. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to photograph big-name musicians […]

Concert Photography, Photography Tips

June 12, 2023

The ULTIMATE Beginners Guide To Breaking into Concert Photography

Concert photography of singer, UPSAHL, playing guitar on stage at Racket NYC in Chelsea.

Self-portraits have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially among millennials and Gen-Z who want to capture their own photos and videos without relying on anyone else. It’s ironic because in the beginning of the social media era, being in the picture was viewed as cringy and self-absorbed. Now, it’s accepted! One of the most […]

Content Creation, Photography Tips

April 22, 2023

Don’t Rely On Anyone – How to Take Self-Portraits Anywhere! (Updated 2025)

Multiple duplicates of Erin Donahue for one self-portrait.

If you’re an avid traveler and photographer looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, consider visiting Nothern Chile during its rare desert bloom and for its unparalleled astrophotography opportunities. The Atacama Desert in Chile is one of the driest deserts in the world and has some of the clearest skies for astrophotography. While most people know about […]

Photography Tips, South America Travel, Travel

January 2, 2023

Photographing Chile’s Rare Atacama Desert Bloom & Milky Way (Updated 2025)

The desert bloom in Chile's Atacama Desert is a rare phenomenon that only happens once every five to seven years.

Over the years, you might’ve seen epic pictures on social media of the sun perfectly centered between New York City buildings. This phenomenon is called Manhattanhenge, it’s when the setting sun aligns precisely with the city’s street grid, creating a radiant glow through the city’s skyscrapers. As a New York City photographer, this is one […]

New York City, Photo Spots, Photography Tips, Travel, US Travel

July 12, 2022

Photographing Manhattanhenges Around The World (Updated 2025)

Manhattanhenge is a great opportunity for sun photography. As seen from Tudor City Overpass.

Light painting photography is a sub-genre of long exposure techniques where photographers use an off-camera light source such as a flashlight, fiber optic, or even the flash on a cellphone to draw or alter an image. This adds an external element that helps elevate an image to truly make it unique, dare I say, artsy! […]

Camera Gear, Content Creation, Photography Tips

February 4, 2022

Get Started With Light Painting Photography (Updated 2025)

3 different portraits of light painting photography.

Happy New Year! Want to level up your photography? Animating any still photo with a stop motion is the best way to give it dimension! For Lunar New Year, I partnered up with fellow AAPI businesses for a special photoshoot concept and obviously had to include stop motion food photography. I’ve made stop motions a […]

Photography Tips

January 5, 2022

Food Photography Stop Motion Ideas For Lunar New Year

Stop motion food photography of a happy new year sign over a full table of symbolic food.

It’s no secret that photographing New York City is always a good idea. But have you thought about capturing the skyline from above in a helicopter? I totally recommend doing this bucket list item at least once in your life! As someone who hates rollercoasters and has a fear of heights, surprisingly, I always feel […]

Camera Gear, New York City, Photo Spots, Photography Tips, Travel, US Travel

September 18, 2021

Photographing New York City From A Helicopter (Updated 2025)

Sticking my feet out of the open door helicopter while photographing New York City.