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Based in New Milford, NJ (Bergen County) and serving couples across New Jersey, New York City, and the Hudson Valley, Alex Kaplan is known for creating a calm, guided, and joy-filled photography experience. Browse our latest posts for real wedding inspiration, expert tips, and behind-the-scenes moments that make your day unforgettable.

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What to Wear for Professional Headshots: A Simple Styling Guide

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One of the most common questions I get as a professional headshot photographer is: What should I wear for my headshots? After 30+ years as a photographer, I can simplify this for you: the best headshots happen when you look like yourself on a really good day. Not someone else. Not overly styled. Just you—confident, approachable, and authentically […]

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Corporate Headshots New Jersey: Brian’s Professional LinkedIn Photos

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When Brian needed corporate headshots in New Jersey for his website and LinkedIn profile, he wanted a photographer who could deliver polished, professional results without the typical studio stress. That’s exactly what we provided during his Saturday session at our New Milford studio, and the results speak for themselves. Why Corporate Headshots Matter for Your […]

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What Kids Should Wear for Headshots: Parent’s Guide

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Your daughter insists on wearing her glittery unicorn shirt. Your son refuses to take off his favorite superhero hoodie. And you’re wondering if you should have invested in that fancy outfit you saw at the mall last week. Take a breath. I’ve been a photographer for over 30 years, and I can tell you this: […]

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Are Professional Headshots Worth It? Why Serious Professionals See Them as a Tool, Not a Luxury

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A corporate attorney I photographed last year told me something that stuck with me. She’d been using a photo her colleague took at a conference — decent lighting, professional enough backdrop — for three years. When her firm announced they were being featured in a major legal publication, she panicked. The photo wasn’t terrible. It […]

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Professional Headshots vs iPhone Photos: What Actually Hurts Your Credibility

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Your iPhone takes incredible photos. Portrait Mode smooths your skin. You can adjust the lighting with a slider. Your partner or colleague snapped a decent shot of you before that last Zoom meeting, and honestly? It doesn’t look bad. Then you update LinkedIn, and suddenly your photo is sitting next to a dozen other professionals […]

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Outdated Headshots: How Old Photos Undermine Trust Before You Ever Speak

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I hear this one all the time: “My headshot’s only three years old. It still looks like me.” And technically? Sure. You haven’t changed species. Your eye color’s the same. But here’s what most people don’t realize until it’s too late — outdated headshots create a disconnect before you ever shake someone’s hand. Think about the last […]

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