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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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Camera Shy During Headshots? 7 Ways Professionals Help You Relax Naturally

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Nervous in front of cameras? Learn how professional headshot photographers help clients look relaxed and confident naturally.

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AI Headshots vs Professional Photography: 7 Differences That Still Matter in 2026

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AI headshot tools have gotten genuinely impressive. Let’s be honest about that right upfront. You can upload a handful of selfies, choose a style, and get back something that looks polished and professional in about ten minutes. So why are executives, attorneys, recruiters, and career changers still picking up the phone and booking a real […]

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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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7 Ways to Look Confident in a Headshot (Without the Stiff Smile)

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Most people don’t actually hate being photographed. What they hate is looking uncomfortable in the final image. I hear it constantly during corporate sessions across New Jersey and NYC: “I always look stiff in photos.”“I never know what to do with my face.”“My smile looks fake.” Most confident-looking headshots have very little to do with […]

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7 Professional Headshot Examples That Actually Work (NJ and NYC Clients)

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Most people do not need a better photo. They need a photo that actually works. There is a difference. Most people searching for professional headshot examples have seen plenty of headshots. Stiff, over-lit photos on company websites. Casual LinkedIn selfies that do not quite land. What they are looking for is something in the middle: […]

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7 Ways to Look Confident in Professional Headshots (Even If You Feel Awkward)

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How can I look confident in professional headshots? To look confident in professional headshots, focus on relaxed posture, natural expressions, and subtle body positioning. Slight angles, genuine smiles, and proper guidance from a photographer can help you appear more approachable, credible, and professional, especially for LinkedIn and career-focused profiles. Here is something I have noticed […]

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