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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
If you’re an avid traveler or photographer looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, consider visiting Northern Chile during its rare desert bloom. The Atacama Desert, one of the driest places on Earth, spends most of the year as a landscape of dust and rock. Then, every couple of years, it comes to life with flowers. While […]
Over the years, you’ve probably seen epic pictures on social media of the sun perfectly centered between New York City skyscrapers with the streets lit up like a corridor of fire. This phenomenon is called Manhattanhenge. Twice a year, the setting sun aligns with Manhattan’s east-west street grid, creating a radiant glow. As a New […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 roller coasters and has a fear of heights, surprisingly, I always […]
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