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.

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 […]
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