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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 a Corporate Headshot: 7 Color Tips That Look Great on Camera

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Most people do not need a whole new wardrobe for a corporate headshot. They usually just need help choosing the one or two things that photograph best from what they already own. The question I hear most before a session: “What should I actually wear?” And the honest answer is that what to wear for […]

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7 Essential Tips for Graduate School Application Headshots in NJ (Requirements, Outfit & Prep)

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You spent months on your personal statement. You tracked down three recommenders, rewrote your resume twice, and obsessed over every detail of your application. Then came the photo field. For most grad school applicants in New Jersey, that’s where things get improvised. A quick crop of something from a family event. A selfie taken in […]

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Actor Headshots in NYC & Northern NJ: Commercial vs. Theatrical Headshots

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Your headshot is your first audition. Before you ever step into a casting room, your image has already been evaluated by casting directors deciding who looks ready to work. In competitive markets like NYC and Northern New Jersey, actors need headshots that are clear, current, and strategically aligned with the roles they want to book. […]

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Actor Headshots with Maximo Masefield | Northern NJ Studio Session

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You can usually tell within the first five minutes whether someone’s comfortable in front of a camera. With Maximo Masefield, a young actor from Ridgewood, it took about thirty seconds. As a Northern NJ actor headshot photographer, I could see right away that he was a natural in front of the lens. Kid’s been working […]

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