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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 Business Portraits Matter for New Jersey Professionals

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A photograph does something words on a resume or LinkedIn summary cannot. It communicates personality, professionalism, and trustworthiness in a fraction of a second. For professionals across Northern New Jersey, that first impression can determine whether a potential client reaches out or keeps scrolling. New Jersey business portraits are not just updated headshots. They are […]

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Why Remote Professionals Still Need Strong Headshots in 2026

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A few years ago, most of my corporate clients came to the studio because their employer told them to. These days they come for a different reason. They work from a home office in Montclair or a co-working desk in the city, they meet half their colleagues only through a screen, and they have started […]

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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 Colors to Avoid in Professional Headshots (And What Looks Better Instead)

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Most people spend more time stressing about what to wear before a headshot session than anything else. In over 30 years of photographing professionals throughout Northern New Jersey and New York City, wardrobe anxiety is one of the first things I hear when someone books a session with me. Here’s what I tell them: the […]

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Why Outdoor Headshots Work All Year in Northern NJ (Even in Winter)

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Most people assume outdoor headshots are a warm weather thing. Schedule in October and you might get a few raised eyebrows. Push it to January and people start asking if you’re serious. I get it. The instinct makes sense. But after 30 years photographing professionals across Northern New Jersey and the New York metro area, […]

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7 Financial Advisor Headshot Details That Instantly Build Client Trust

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What makes financial advisor headshots actually convert clients? Discover 7 subtle details that build trust and elevate your professional image.

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