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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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Why Professional Headshots Still Matter in the AI and Remote Work Era

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A professional headshot used to be something people updated every few years, usually when they changed jobs. Now it works much harder than that. Before a client hears your voice, they may see your LinkedIn profile. Before a company books a call, they may look at your leadership page. Before someone meets you on Zoom, […]

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7 Secrets Behind Actor Headshots That Actually Get You Cast in NJ & NYC

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You’ve done everything right. You’re in class. You’ve built a reel. You finally invest in a headshot session, walk out feeling genuinely good about the shots, and then nothing happens. Submissions go unanswered. Auditions don’t come. Here’s what I’ve watched happen over 30 years of photographing actors across actor headshots in NYC and Northern NJ: […]

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Professional Headshots for Women: 7 Reasons Many Hate Their Photos (And How to Fix Them)

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A lot of women who come in for a new headshot session are not reacting to the camera. They are reacting to a past experience that never felt flattering, natural, or guided well. The lighting was off. The posing felt stiff. Nobody gave them clear direction. The result was a photo that looked nothing like […]

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