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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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When a Full-Length Executive Portrait Is Better Than a Traditional Headshot

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Quick Answer A traditional headshot is the right choice for LinkedIn profiles, company directories, and business cards, where your face has to read clearly at thumbnail size. A full-length executive portrait becomes the better choice when posture, wardrobe, and overall presence are part of the message, which is common for speaking engagements, website layouts, press […]

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From Casual Profile Photo to Executive Presence: William’s Professional LinkedIn Headshot Transformation

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Professional LinkedIn headshots are one of those things most people know they need and keep putting off. Meanwhile, the gap keeps growing between who you are professionally and what your profile photo actually communicates. Most professionals spend years building credibility. They put in the long hours, develop their expertise, earn the trust of clients and […]

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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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