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.

Winter Catholic weddings present a specific challenge most couples don’t think about: Christmas decorations are either going to compete with your florals or complement them. At Emmanuel and Cynthia’s Westmount Country Club wedding, the red and white poinsettias at St. Theresa Roman Catholic Church in Kenilworth became part of the story instead of fighting it. […]

Anna and Jeremy’s Kirkpatrick Chapel wedding taught me something I already knew but don’t always get to practice – sometimes the best photography happens when you have nowhere to hide. Forty guests, one location, intense architectural color, and no backup plan for weather. This is what I mean when I tell couples that constraints force […]

Deep Cut Gardens engagement photos work best when couples trust the process, and Jason and Guan-Ju? They got it immediately. Within the first five minutes at this Middletown, NJ location, I knew we were creating something different. Not because they’re models (they’re not), but because they understood what most couples miss: the best engagement photos […]

You know those engagement parties that just feel right the moment you arrive? That’s exactly what happened when I photographed this stunning “That’s Amore” celebration in Somerset, New Jersey. The couple transformed their backyard into this romantic Italian dreamscape, and honestly, every corner was more Instagram-worthy than the last. As a Somerset NJ backyard engagement […]

The Conservatory at Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, NJ, is one of those rare venues that actually gets better in winter. While most couples worry about cold-weather weddings, Kaitlyn and Anthony leaned into it – and their winter celebration proved why this rustic barn venue works so well when there’s snow on the ground and […]

A Northern New Jersey wedding timeline typically spans 8-10 hours from getting ready through last dance. Planning your northern new jersey wedding timeline can feel overwhelming, but with over 30 years photographing 800+ weddings across Bergen County, Skylands Manor, and the Hudson Valley, I’ve refined the exact timeline structure that prevents delays while capturing every […]

Sayen House and Gardens engagement photos always deliver something special, and Kaley and Vincent’s session was no exception. These two brought their incredible chemistry—and their adorable dog—to one of Hamilton Square’s most beautiful locations, and we captured some seriously authentic moments together. Why Sayen House and Gardens Works for Engagement Photos If you’re looking for […]

This photograph was made during wedding photography at Delta Hotels by Marriott Woodbridge, during the getting ready portion of the day. It wasn’t a planned moment, and it wasn’t something that needed shaping. It was already complete. What I value about this image is the restraint it required. The scene was quiet, contained, and focused. […]

Real moments don’t need direction. They just need to be noticed. Alyssa and Mikey’s wedding started with a traditional Catholic ceremony at Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel Church in Cedar Knolls, then moved to The Mansion at Mountain Lakes for their reception. What stood out? Mikey’s face when Alyssa came down the aisle. The way […]
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