Indoor Documentary-Style Photography With Your Children | New York City Lifestyle Photographer

Whether your children are tiny infants or grown toddlers, indoor documentary-style photography is the perfect way to capture your family beautifully and authentically. In the comfort of your home, you can capture the realness of your everyday life and the sweet connection you share. So, grab your loved ones and cuddle together as you prepare for your indoor documentary-style photo session!

As a New York City lifestyle photographer, a lot of what I do focuses on connection, and telling a story. There isn’t much stuff losing and stopping to smile at the camera. I want to capture the real moments, the everyday moment, and give that day-in-the-life feel to your photos.

While this session was not the documentary style, I still wanted to capture that intimate, in-the-moment feel. The perfect way to do that was in their home! And the best part?! The day ended up being a rainy overcast day which adds to the coziness of it all.

I usually ask my clients what type of things they would normally find themselves doing on a typical day at home with their new baby or kids. Once we are together at the location, I will give you suggestions on things to engage in and do together based on the specific location and where I am shooting from. There is less instruction provided, less posing and more prompts given, more conversations, and more organic interactions. In your home, I want you to do the everyday tasks and the things you do together. It's a normal day, and I'm just here to capture it all. 

Indoor documentary-style photography captures your life in an intimate, natural way and helps to depict a specific phase in your life at the time. It’s all about the realness of this season of life and the connection of your family. 

Gantry Plaza Family Photos | New York City Lifestyle Photographer

These Gantry Plaza family photos were so iconic! This sweet family joined me in this neighborhood and we had so much fun. Their baby was so happy, and I had a blast getting to know them! Being a New York City lifestyle photographer means that I get to visit some ICONIC New York City areas, and the Gantry Plaza has it all! The stunning city views and old shipping gantries make the most beautiful backdrops for your family photos. 

For these Gantry Plaza family photos, and every session for that matter, lighting, and location are everything! They make a HUGE difference in the overall look and vibe of your family photos and can sometimes be more difficult and out of my control. As much as I’d love to control the weather and make sure every location is perfectly clean and has low crowds, they aren’t! And that’s okay! It just means that I have to be creative with every session, and I love it!

Sometimes you might want to have your family photos in a location that has a lot of meaning to you, right?! I love that! Documenting your family in a special place is a HUGE part of my brand and something I believe strongly in. I want to honor your wishes in every way possible, so trust me when I say that I will do everything in my power to get creative wherever we are going! I am always trying to find the best pockets of light, work with angles and man-made spaces, find juxtaposition in nature and concrete, and make a backdrop that might normally look flat in a photo look visually more exciting. It’s all part of the creative process and makes every session so uniquely beautiful!

So if you are dreaming of stunning Gantry Plaza family photos, I’d love to document them for you! This location was STUNNING, and I am so glad we could bring this sweet family's vision to life!

Outdoor Family Photos | New York City Lifestyle Photographer

Home decor and upcycling creator Emily of NYC Apartment Home wanted me to document her sweet family in their home neighborhood, and I loved every moment of it. These outdoor family photos perfectly capture their playful spirit and love for one another! No matter where you are, the beauty of your family can be captured!

Emily wanted to stay close within her home radius, so I sought out places for their outdoor family photos that would have more of an environmental approach. Posing instruction was key during this shoot! Most families, like this sweet family, are used to forced smiles and stiff posing. As a New York City lifestyle photographer, I want to capture the real moments. To do that, I lean into the posing and prompts! I had this family play together, laugh together, and chat and gave directions on where to look with their eyes and heads. I was careful to place them specifically to create visual interest within the environmental space, and we created magic!

Lifestyle family photos are the perfect way to capture the true essence of your family! With friendly prompts throughout your session to encourage a more naturalistic look to your interactions during the shoot, we can capture all the genuine emotions! Oftentimes, you can catch me lightening the mood by joking and making it more casual and fun. Your family deserves to be documented in a way that is true to all that you are!

Are You Ready For Your Outdoor Family Photos?!

If you are looking for a NYC family photographer who can authentically capture the beauty of your family, I’m here for you! The holiday season is quickly approaching and there is no better time to document your family than now. Celebrate the magic of the holidays and your family together with family photos you’ll never forget!

What To Wear For Brand Photos | New York City Lifestyle Photographer

This branding shoot with Channeling.Chic was so CHIC! She wanted to portray a sleek, city, creative but professional, vibe in NYC. I knew of the perfect place, and we headed to West Village and found various spots with different aesthetics. It was perfect! So how do you decide what to wear for brand photos?! It can be hard to find the perfect outfits, but, I’ve got you covered!

Leading up to this brand photoshoot, we discussed what to wear quite a bit! She had sent me outfit ideas from her mood board, and with that, I was able to find the perfect walking route along West Village to compliment her outfits. 

What To Wear For Brand Photos

All Things Color

As I mentioned to her, I encourage you to not be afraid to wear color! Don’t be afraid to show off your personality and have fun with it! If you are shooting in an area with a more solid color background, you can have fun with a playful and colorful pattern. Whereas if you are in an area that has multiple colors, a solid or neutral color would compliment the area very well!

Professional, Sleek, Feminine

You can always bring a neutral outfit that still has that feminine and sleek style to bring a more “professional vibe”! A black suit, coat, or dress is always so chic and photograph so well! Especially in the hustle and bustle of a busy street, it is always good to find something calm in what you are wearing!

Don’t Forget The Accessories

Whether that is your hair, makeup, nails, or work-related objects - don’t forget to pack them! A laptop, camera, magazines, or even just a suit coat, are easy accessories to pack that can really give a good variety to your final gallery!

Are You Ready For Your NYC Brand Photoshoot?!

Planning what to wear for brand photos doesn’t have to stress you out! Enjoy the process, every part of it! This is YOUR business and YOUR brand, so you get to decide what to wear. As a New York City lifestyle photographer, business and branding photography is one of my passions! It is so inspiring to see everyone chasing their dreams and living the life they KNOW they deserve!

Sawmill Reservoir Adventurous Family Photos | New York City Lifestyle Photographer

These Sawmill Reservoir adventurous family photos are some of my favorite photos ever! Not only because of the incredible views, scenery, and family, but because of all they represent. The beauty in the simple moments spent with family! As a New York City lifestyle photographer, documenting moments like these is what mean the most. 

Family photos don’t have to be complicated. You don’t have to spend weeks finding the perfect outfits or the best location. Grab your family and just have the everyday moments documented. Wear your most comfortable clothes and head to your favorite hiking spot! Enjoy the afternoon fishing together, or making s’mores. Create moments together and let the magic happen!

I love traveling and shooting at different places, which is what draws me to photography! And these Sawmill Reservoir adventurous family photos are no exception. Traveling gives you a chance to see new places and new people all the time. And photography allows me to really see and take it all in. I’m looking for the little spots of magic amongst the beauty of it all! 

These Sawmill Reservoir adventurous family photos were during a 2-hour hike with family! I documented these in a very unscripted way. Which I love! I document for a longer length of time and get to capture people enjoying their time together and interacting on their own. It gives the family something to keep that is a memento of a real-life event that they shared at that brief moment in time.

So, enjoy EVERY moment of your family. Every single moment. Celebrate together, love one another, and don’t be afraid to document any second of your life.

Downtown Family Photos | New York City Lifestyle Photographer

Documenting this sweet family was such a magical experience! Both parents are professional athletes, and recently welcomed their baby girl! The love they all shared was truly something special, and I was honored to get to document their downtown family photos.

One of my favorite parts about these downtown family photos is that this family was so open to making it more adventurous! Instead of the traditional “stop and pose”, we did more of a “walking shoot” style structure for their session - stopping at different spots along the way that caught our eye with interesting architecture or pockets of light. It was perfect!!

I have been trying to pay more attention to reflection and light sources when shooting, and this was the perfect day for that! There was harsh direct light, which lends itself to a lot of good shadow and a strong light source. It created these editorial, documentary, lifestyle, and in-the-moment photos that are truly unforgettable!

This downtown family photos session is a great reminder that documenting your family at any season of life is so important. Whether you're welcoming a new baby, celebrating milestones, or just wanting to freeze a moment in time, these photos are memories you'll treasure forever. It’s so easy to put off your session, and wait for the “perfect time” or new milestone, but don’t. The magic is now! It’s in the everyday moments of your life! Trust me, there is beauty and magic in your life and family, and it deserves to be preserved in time! 

Are You Ready For Your Adventurous Downtown Family Photos?!

As a New York City lifestyle photographer, I LOVE capturing the everyday moments of your life! Here’s to embracing all the love and light in our life, and celebrating every moment to its fullest!

Elizabeth Street Gardens Engagement Session | New York City Lifestyle Photographer

This Elizabeth Street Gardens engagement session was so fun! Erika and Jon are so much fun, and it was a joy getting to know them! Remember that your engagement session should be exactly what you want. Everything you want! If that means taking a stroll through your favorite park or sharing your favorite dessert, do just that. Celebrate your love! Cheers to this happy couple and their beautiful Elizabeth Street Gardens engagement session!

Elizabeth Street Gardens Engagement Session

Elizabeth Street Gardens is one of my favorite gardens for many reasons! The beautiful sculptures, close-knit community vibe, and all the pretty hidden corners are just *chef's kiss*! The surrounding area is just as incredible! With tons of shops, it makes the perfect place to explore and enjoy the city. 

Before heading to the Gardens, we thoroughly enjoyed %Arabica! A lot was going on in the area, which makes for tons of creativity. From yoga classes, other photo shoots, and a podcast recording, we found the perfect little pockets of open space and light! 

As always, whether you’re planning family photos or your engagement session, make it YOU! Your love and family deserve to be authentically captured. As a New York City lifestyle photographer, I specialize in capturing your story. All the raw, authentic, everyday moments. Those are the moments that make you, YOU! So, if you are ready to tell your story through unscripted photography, let’s chat!