Meet The 5th Avenue Digital Photographers: Great Locations For Engagement Photography In NYC

May 15th, 2013 by Elizabeth Beskin | Share Blog

Location, Location, Location!  What’s the best location to capture those special engagement photographs?  Want to know what top NYC photographers think?  We asked our professional engagement  photographers at 5th Avenue Digital to share their favorite spots in New York City.  Here’s what they had to say. Read the rest of this entry »

Meet the 5th Avenue Digital Photographers: Best Locations to Photograph in New York City

November 30th, 2012 by Elizabeth Beskin | Share Blog

Scouting possible NYC locations for your wedding photographs and want to know what a professional photographer might say?  We asked some of the professionals at 5^th Avenue Digital to share quick thoughts on their favorite NYC locations in which to shoot. Read the rest of this entry »

Meet the 5th Avenue Digital Photographers: Best Time of Day to Take Photographs

October 23rd, 2012 by Elizabeth Beskin | Share Blog

Perhaps you are giving thought to what time of day might be best for your engagement or wedding photographs and are wondering what the professionals think. Of course, professional photographers are able to produce great shots at any time of day, indoors or out.
Even so, they do have their favorites, so we thought we would ask some of the professionals at 5^th Avenue Digital to share quick thoughts on the best time of day in which to shoot. Read the rest of this entry »

Meet the 5th Avenue Digital Photographers: Camera Lens of Choice

October 8th, 2012 by Elizabeth Beskin | Share Blog

Curious about the more technical aspects of photography, such as just how do the professionals get those amazing shots, and which camera lenses get the best results? We asked some of the photographers at 5^th Avenue Digital to name their favorite camera lens and share how it helps them deliver consistently beautiful images of such high quality. Read the rest of this entry »

Meet the 5th Avenue Digital Photographers: Favorite Wedding Moments to Shoot

September 19th, 2012 by Elizabeth Beskin | Share Blog

There are so many wonderful moments to capture in a wedding, from the bride and groom in their last “single” moments, to the ceremony, and on through the celebration with friends and family. It’s not surprising then that professional photographers, though adept at capturing stunning images from every part of the wedding, may feel a special thrill during a particular part of the Big Day. We asked some of the photographers at 5^th Avenue Digital to share their favorite part of the wedding to photograph. Read the rest of this entry »

Six Reasons to Hire a Photographer for a Landmark Birthday or Anniversary

August 6th, 2012 by Elizabeth Beskin | Share Blog

Some occasions, such as landmark birthdays and anniversaries, call for the deluxe treatment. These are the once-in-a-lifetime events that, like a wedding, bar or bat mitzvah, or communion, are the defining experiences and happiest moments and of our lives. A professional photographer can capture all the emotion and significance in a way that friends and family just aren’t able to do—besides, everyone should be busy celebrating, participating, and just plain enjoying themselves.

Here are six more good reasons for hiring a professional photographer:

1. You won’t have to beg all your friends for photos.
2. You can make a small book and have fun documenting your special event.
3. It helps you remember the people who have been with you, helping you, your whole life.
4. Life is unpredictable, and it’s important to celebrate special life milestones for ourselves, parents, kids, and friends.
5. Take your life off Facebook and put it on your shelf, so you can look at it in comfort any time you wish.
6. No one can make you look as good as a professional photographer. Hire one so you can say, “Wow! I  looked GOOD at 50!”

Enhancing Wedding Photography with New York City Locations

August 1st, 2012 by Beth Baynum | Share Blog

While Teresa and Thomas’s wedding employed many of the traditional elements, they added extra life to their wedding photography by including additional New York City locations that hold special meaning for them.  These location shots give their wedding photos verve and interest. Read the rest of this entry »

Wednesday Wedding Wisdom: Tips for Making Your Shot List

July 25th, 2012 by Elizabeth Beskin | Share Blog

Preparing a shot list for your wedding day? Keep in mind that a top photographer already knows to capture all the tried-and-true key moments, family members, candids, and personal details for you and works best when given the creative freedom to do his or her best job.  However, if there are any not-so-typical shots you’d like to have, it’s a good idea to meet with your photographer to discuss them. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

• Your college roommates
• Dad and his four sisters
• You and your babysitter
• Mom and her tennis buddies

Be sure to point out anything unusual that the photographer might not expect. If there are divorces in the bridal party, or members with disabilities or special needs, you’ll want to be conscientious in apprising your photographer so that shots can be scheduled with this in mind.

Discussing your personal shot list with your photographer is a guaranteed way of not missing a single beautiful moment of your wedding day.

Green Screen Success

July 23rd, 2012 by Elizabeth Beskin | Share Blog

5^th Avenue Digital’s green screen photography is more popular than ever!  We’ve seen lots of different ways green screen photography is used, and some ways are more effective than others.  A top tip we give our clients is to use a background image people can interact with.  That makes for the most fun photos.  We recently provided green screen photography for a Spiderman movie screening sponsored by Goldman Sachs, which illustrates this beautifully.  Check it out!

How to Hire the Perfect Wedding Photographer

July 11th, 2012 by Elizabeth Beskin | Share Blog

Of all the planning and preparation that go into creating the perfect wedding, the most important may be choosing the right wedding photographer.  After the cake has been eaten and the guests have gone home, your photographs are all you will have left to remind you of the day. Here are a few tips that will simplify your search and help you locate the perfect photographer for you. Read the rest of this entry »