Family Photography

May 3 2012

Top NYC Family Portrait Photographers — Deals for Mother's and Father's Day

Things to do with kids: Top NYC Family Portrait Photographers — Deals for Mother's and Father's Day

There's nothing as priceless as family photographs that capture your beautiful children before they grow up. It's one thing that can't be put off until later; you've got to grab those cherubic faces before they change. Professional family portraits are a wonderfully special gift for family members. With Mother's Day and Father's Day right around the corner, we asked some of NYC's top professional photographers who specialize in family portraits to offer deals just for our readers.

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Mar 3 2012

Take Photos with the Easter Bunny In or Near NYC

Things to do with kids: Take Photos with the Easter Bunny In or Near NYC

While you may bump into the Easter Bunny at an egg hunt in the city or on Long Island, or on a New Jersey holiday train ride, getting real face time and a decent photo op with the big rabbit is harder than you might think. (He really needs to a take a cue from Santa!)  We went on the hunt, though, and found out exactly where you can get pictures with the Easter Bunny in and around New York City.

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Dec 8 2011

Professional Holiday Portraits in NYC: Photo Studios and Photographers for Families

Things to do with kids: Professional Holiday Portraits in NYC: Photo Studios and Photographers for Families

If you're anything like me, you don't know your aperture from your autofocus. So the holiday season is the perfect time to commission a professional family portrait. Whether your picture ends up on your wall or on your holiday card (or both), sitting for a family photo session should be fun and reasonably affordable—let's face it, it's going to be a bit of a splurge unless you go to a department store.

The most stressful part about booking a family photo shoot? Figuring out where to start. There are so many photographers and portrait studios out there, especially in New York City. We've tried to help simplify your research by rounding up some of the best NYC spots specializing in child and family photography. We also included some department store options which, while less personalized, are also less expensive.

Photo courtesy of Sarah Sloboda Photography

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Nov 1 2011

New Ideas for Your Traditional Holiday Photo in NYC

Things to do with kids: New Ideas for Your Traditional Holiday Photo in NYC

It’s holiday picture time. You’re bundling up the crew and heading out to take the annual shot to be sent ‘round the world (or at least to your cousin Courtney in San Antonio). Sure, you could trek to Rockefeller Center and pose in front of the most famous Christmas tree in the world, or line the kids up in front of Macy's gorgeous windows. But why not do something a little different this year? We rounded up a few places you may not have thought of (yet), as well as some off-the-beaten-path locales where you can say, “Fruitcake!”

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Jun 6 2011

Cool Family Pictures: Best Photo Op Spots to Capture a NYC Childhood

Cool Family Pictures: Best Photo Op Spots to Capture a NYC Childhood

New York City is an amazingly photogenic backdrop—no wonder you can scarcely turn a corner in this town without running into a movie shoot. As a film school grad myself, I'm continually inspired by the city's versatility. From scenic parks to urban texture to character-filled cafés and storefronts, NYC is a fantastic photo studio, perfect for showcasing your family.

When crafting an authentic family portrait, I try to pick places where the family members spend time in their day-to-day lives, such as their home, a nearby restaurant or playground, or a special place where kids can be themselves. That said, there are also lovely locations that I frequently suggest where I can get creative shots that tell a unique story about my subjects. Each spot has its own unique benefits, and I've highlighted six of them here, and used my photographs to illustrate how lovely they are.

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