I’m Alex Kaplan — a wedding and event photographer based in New Milford, New Jersey, serving NYC and Northern NJ.
My specialty is keeping things calm and moving, so you get real moments and natural portraits without feeling awkward, stiff, or staged.
I’ve been doing this for 30+ years. Couples hire me because they want calm direction, clean natural images, and a smooth experience—not chaos, not forced posing, and not trendy edits that won’t age well.
Wedding day coverage with real emotion and strong storytelling
Guided portraits that still feel natural (even if you “hate being photographed”)
Timeline help so you’re not rushed — and you actually enjoy your day
Proposal + engagement sessions that feel easy and not awkward
30+ years as a working professional photographer
610+ five-star Google reviews
A calm, guided approach that keeps the day running smoothly
Clean, natural results — not heavy or fake-looking editing
Reliable turnaround and a clear process from booking to delivery
I share practical planning advice and real examples, including:
NJ/NYC wedding timelines and planning tips
How to get great photos without sacrificing your whole cocktail hour
Winter weddings, bad weather, and low-light planning
Engagement + proposal planning (and what it actually costs)
What matters on the wedding day (and what doesn’t)
Website: AlexKaplanWeddings.com
Call/Text: 917-992-9097
If you’re not sure what you need yet, reach out — I’ll recommend the right option quickly.

You’ve probably seen it before. Maybe you’ve even experienced it. That stiff, uncomfortable feeling when a photographer says, “Okay, now just act natural,” which is possibly the least natural thing anyone has ever been asked to do. After 30+ years photographing weddings across New Jersey and the NYC metro area (800+ weddings and 600+ five-star […]

When a couple chooses to celebrate with just four guests, every moment carries more weight. Recently, I photographed an intimate wedding at The Highlands Mansion and Gardens in Fort Washington, PA. The focus stayed exactly where it belongs. Starting at Truehart Wedding Chapel The ceremony took place at Truehart Wedding Chapel in Glenside, PA. The […]

When Julia and Robert chose a winter wedding, they knew exactly what they were doing. Their St. Catharine Church wedding ceremony in Glen Rock, followed by a reception at The Westin Governor Morris in Morristown, gave everyone a beautiful celebration on a crisp December evening. I’ve been photographing Northern New Jersey weddings for over 30 […]

If you’re planning a wedding with children involved, whether they’re part of your ceremony, sitting through dinner, or just running around being kids, you need a venue that actually works for families. Not every wedding venue does. I’ve photographed weddings all over New Jersey and the New York City area for 30+ years, and a […]

Last updated: January 2026 Planning a proposal in one of New Jersey’s beautiful parks? You’re not alone. After photographing 500+ proposals across the tri-state area, I’ve learned that one question keeps coming up: “Do we need a permit?” The short answer: it depends on the park and what you’re planning. Important note: Policies change, and I’m […]

During the ceremony at Hamilton Farm Golf Club in Gladstone, a young boy held a wooden sign that read “Daddy, Here Comes Our Girl.” That image- the three of them together right after the couple was pronounced married- is exactly why couples hire me to document their weddings instead of directing them. Hamilton Farm Golf […]

If you’re planning a proposal in New Jersey and trying to figure out what photography costs, that’s fair. Proposal coverage is usually short, but it’s high pressure. You get one shot. No redo. No second reaction. In New Jersey, most proposal photographers charge between $500 and $1,200, depending on experience, location, and coverage time. I’ve […]

When Frank reached out about proposing at Waterside Restaurant in North Bergen, I knew the skyline was going to do its job. This spot sits right on the Hudson, and when the timing is right, Manhattan looks close enough to touch. On January 11, 2025, it became the backdrop for a quiet, real moment that […]

Brian and Nancy’s winter wedding at The Rockleigh felt calm in the best way. Elegant, yes, but not stiff. The emotion was right there, and nobody had to force it. The Rockleigh gives you a lot without making you run all over the place. Good light where it matters, a staircase that actually earns the […]