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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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5 Proven Ways to Look Approachable and Authoritative in Corporate Headshots (Northern NJ Guide)

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There is a specific look that professionals in Northern NJ always say they want from a corporate headshot session. They want to look like someone worth trusting. Like someone who knows what they are doing but is not going to make you feel small for asking a question. Confident, yes. But also human. That combination, […]

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Top 10 Headshot Tips for the ERAS Application to Get Noticed by Residency Programs

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Every fall, my New Milford studio fills with fourth-year students about to submit the most important application of their lives. They have survived years of exams and clinical rotations, and now their entire candidacy gets compressed into a profile a program director might view for a handful of seconds. After more than 30 years behind […]

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