Long Island Graduation Photos/Hofstra University

Long Island Graduation Photos/Hofstra University 

Last month I had a chance to visit Hofstra University in Long Island to capture some graduation photos of this lovely lady.    Graduation Day was extremely special for her.  She spent all her academic time studying at Hofstra University and was graduating with her PHD in Psychology.  This was no small feat for her and she worked very hard for this degree.  Prior to graduation day I consulted with her about what her expectations from the shoot were, i.e., where she wanted to have the photos taken and when.  She did not particularly want a lot of portraits of herself but rather wanted to have as many photos as possible with her friends, family, professors and mentors taken on Hofstra’s campus since this location had special meaning to her.

I have always heard that Hofstra has a beautiful campus and it certainly did not disappoint.  Even during the winter the campus still makes for a lovely environment for photos.  I sincerely hope that I will have the opportunity in the future to photograph another graduation portrait session, or, an engagement session here.

If you are graduating and/or know someone that is and would like to hear more about taking graduation portraits on campus or another location contact me today.

Long Island Graduation Photos Long Island Graduation Photos Long Island Graduation Photos Long Island Graduation Photos Long Island Graduation Photos Long Island Graduation Photos Long Island Graduation Photos Long Island Graduation Photos Long Island Graduation Photos Long Island Graduation Photos Long Island Graduation Photos Long Island Graduation Photos

SaveSave

SaveSave

SaveSave

New Hyde Park Communion Photographer

New Hyde Park Communion Photographer

It was a beautiful spring day for this New Hyde Park communion.  Professional communion photos of your child are nice to have.  These days communion parties are quite popular as well.  There are many options for hiring a photographer to capture communion photos.  You can hire a photographer to take some photos of the communion mass if the church allows it, and/or,  have the photos taken after the mass at church, a nearby park or at your child’s communion party.  In either case it is always wonderful to have this special day in your child’s day documented with beautiful portraits.

For this session I met up with the family after the communion mass at Our Lady of Victory to take some portraits of the twins inside and outside the church.  Here are a few photos from the session.  If you want to hear more about communion photos, contact me.

New Hyde Park Communion Photographer New Hyde Park Communion Photographer New Hyde Park Communion Photographer New Hyde Park Communion Photographer

New Hyde Park Communion Photographer

New Hyde Park Communion Photographer New Hyde Park Communion Photographer New Hyde Park Communion Photographer

SaveSave

SaveSave

SaveSave

SaveSave

New York Prom Photographer: Prom Photos in NYC

New York Prom Photographer: Prom Photos in NYC

Having Prom photos taken in NYC can be really cool.  Especially when your prom is being hosted at the Waldorf Astoria in New York.  Stephanie wanted some pre-prom photos taken back home in Long Island, NY before driving into the city to meet her boyfriend at the Waldorf where her school, Bronx Science was hosting their High School Senior Prom.   As the students were making their way in, I took some quick portraits outside of the couple before heading in to take more creative photos inside the lobby of the Waldorf.  The prom was about to begin and we literally had only a few minutes left to take the photos.  The couple as well as everyone else just wanted to go and party!  Stephanie was quite happy with these photos.  They certainly were not the average typical prom school photos that are usually taken on a plain backdrop by a contracted school photographer.  They are definitely unique and provide way more variety.  You can read more about what Pre-Prom photos are in my previous blog post.  You will also be able to preview some of the images that I took of Stephanie, her friend and her family before heading into the city.  You can contact me here to book your  prom photos or to learn more about creating a customized and unique prom photo package.

NYC Senior Prom Photos

Prom Photos in NYC NYC Prom PhotographerProm Photos in NYCProm Photos in NYC

 

New York Prom Photographer:Pre-Prom Photos

New York Prom Photographer:Pre-Prom Photos

  • What are Pre-Prom Photos?

Pre-Prom Photos are photos that can be taken either prior to your actual prom date, or, they can be taken just after everyone is dressed and about to leave for the Prom.  Typically they are taken the day of Prom Night before heading off for the big party.  

  • Why take Pre-Prom Photos?

Although there are almost always photo packages available by the school’s photographer at the Prom event, the photos are usually  taken on regular plain backdrops.  Typically the same traditional poses are taken at the same crop for everyone and there is not much of a diversity in crops, angles, backgrounds and lighting as there is if you hire a professional Prom Photographer.  A professional photographer  can be hired to come before leaving for the event to take some creative photos utilizing different environmental backdrops in addition to taking pictures at unique angles and crops.  

  • What are some advantages of taking Pre-Prom Photos?

There are many advantages of taking Pre-Prom photos some include having more photos taken of yourself, your date, your friends and sometimes even your family and your pet.  You can also take them at your home, or another location in route to your prom.  You can also take group photos with your friends.

  • How long does a Pre-Prom photoshoot last?

Typically it takes about 45 minutes to an hour but it also depends if you are adding additional couples or if you want your own private individualized session.  If you want to add an additional  location that can play a factor.  As you see you can make your Pre-Prom photoshoot customized to your needs.

  • How much does a Pre-Prom photoshoot cost?

It depends.  As mentioned before Pre-prom photoshoots can be customized to include individuals and/or additional couples and groups.   In most cases Pre-Prom shoots are done in groups as parties.  Since most kids split the limo and go to prom in giant groups,  a Pre-Prom shoot can actually be a great deal when you split the cost between the other couples and do a group package.   You can wind up with professional photos of each individual child, couple and sometimes even the Parents can be included in the photos if they are around.  Most parents want at least one really nice photo of their teenager. It’s such a great idea to have a professional photographer come to capture professional photos when they are dressed up for this special night.

If you are interested in a Pre-Prom photoshoot and would like to learn more please get in touch with me here.

 

Here are a few photos from a Pre-Prom photo session.  The Prom was held at the Waldorf Astoria in New York, NY.  I met Stephanie at her house in Queens, NY and took a few photos of her and her friend before leaving for the city where i took additional photos of her and her boyfriend.  I will post those photos in the next blog post.  As you can see, I took photos of both girls individually and together.  I also took photos of each girl and her family.  As I mentioned before it is always great if you can include the family in the photos with the teen.  Prom night is a special night.  You will definitely want a nice photo taken with your mom/dad/family to remember this.

New York Prom Photographer New York Prom Photographer Pre-Prom Photos Pre-Prom PhotosPre-Prom PhotosPre-Prom PhotosPre-Prom PhotosProfessional Prom PhotoProfessional Prom PhotoNew York Prom PhotographerNew York Prom Photographer

 

Prom Photos

Professional Prom Photography

 

 

 

 

Long Island Communion Photographer

Long Island Communion Photographer/Communion Photos

Long Island Communion Photographer

Long Island Communion Photographer.

Emily and her family celebrated her Communion day by taking some communion photos  in order to highlight this very special and important event in her life.  After her communion mass I met with the family outside of the church for a few quick communion portraits.

Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photographer

Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photographer

We then proceeded to Garden City park  so that we could take a few more photos before Emily and her family went to celebrate this momentous occasion.

Long Island Communion Photos Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photographer

I love these photos taken in the gardens by the gazebo of Emily reading from her first holy communion book.

Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photos Long Island Communion Photographer

What a beautiful communion dress!  She looks like a little bride.

Long Island Communion Photographer Long Island Communion Photos Long Island Communion Photos

I love that Mom, Dad and her brother took pictures with her as well.  I am sure that Emily will look back at these pictures one day and be thankful that she also had pictures of herself with her family in her communion dress.

Long Island Communion Photos

Long Island Communion Photos Long Island Communion Photos

First Communion Photos document a very special time in a young child’s life.  It is a very meaningful day, and has very important significance.  Many parents choose to document this special time with beautiful, professional portraits of their child wearing the special dress or the suit that was worn on the special day.

If you have a child who will be celebrating their First Communion soon, and you would like to document this occasion with some beautiful images, please contact me here.   I would love to work with you to create images that celebrates your child’s Communion which you will cherish for a lifetime.  If you’re having a party to celebrate the Communicant, please contact me for details for event coverage.

There are only very few weekend dates available. Please call to schedule your session or event coverage as soon as possible.

If your weekend date isn’t available, or, if you prefer to have your Communion Portrait sessions taken sometime prior to the actual Communion Day/Event we can arrange to have these photos taken.  Please get in touch with me soon.

SaveSave

SaveSave

SaveSave