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  • About Shira

    I am an international photographer based in New York, an award-winning member of the prestigious Wedding Photojournalist Association (WPJA) , ISPWP, and a member of the Best of Wedding Photography Association. My work has been published and acclaimed internationally, appearing in Brides Magazine, Anhelo (Japan), The Knot, and The Knot China. I have also been featured on many industry-leading blogs such as Grace Ormonde, Style Me Pretty, WellWed, Essence, Bride's Cafe, Brooklyn Bride, OneWed, Merci NY and more. Originally from Israel, I have had the pleasure of photographing many American, French, Yemenite, Ethiopian, Korean, Indian and Moroccan weddings and events. I have photographed in New York's most legendary spots like the Waldorf-Astoria, The Plaza, The Pierre, Gotham Hall, the Hamptons, and more. Through my photojournalistic style, I aim to capture the spontaneity, joy, emotion and ambiance of the important day with photos that present an unfolding story. My incredible clients have taken me all over the world to photography their weddings; including India, Canada, the Caribbean, etc. I am free to travel throughout the US and internationally, and am available for a wide variety of events. Feel free to look at my website.

    Also, here are a few testimonials from some of my wonderful clients.

  • My Blog

    Welcome to my blog!   This blog showcases not only my work from many of the beautiful weddings I am privileged to photograph, but also reveals glimpses of my personality.    Here is an opportunity to share some great moments  as well as give clients,  guests and friends the chance to comment. I also hope prospective clients will be able to not only explore my photography and style, but will also find inspiring ideas, recommendations , and tips for their own wedding planning.   I myself got married five years ago and I remember how overwhelming it all was- especially picking the right photographer!  :-)

Posted in Awards & Featured Work

I’m super excited that Allison and Michael’s beautiful Gotham Hall Wedding is today’s featured wedding on Sophisticated Weddings NY!

Their amazing New York City wedding was at Gotham Hall, which feels like a grand stage amidst Corinthian columns under a Roman dome. The were many carefully considered details in constructing a theatrical backdrop of a castle and forest, the theme for which drew on Allison’s childhood love of fairy tales.

Vendors:
Reception: Gotham Hall
Band: Bobby Attiko from Hank Lane Bands
Transporation: Vintage Taxi from Film Cars, New York Trolley Company and Grayline New York Hop-on Hop-off Bus
Bride’s Dress: Rivini
Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Amsale
Shoes: Christian Louboutin
Event Design: Ara Farnam with Rock Paper Scissors Events
Wedding Planner: Danielle Bobish with Curtain Up Events
Flowers: Jessie Weidinger with Rountree Flowers
Videographer: Tweed Videos
After-party Food: Wafels & Dinges and Eddie’s Pizza Truck
Photobooth: We Love Photobooths
After-party DJ: DJ Gatsby
Hair: Jennifer B Hair
Make-up: Daniel K Make-up
Linens: La Tavola Linens
Invitations / Save the Dates and Couple’s Logo: Rob Babik (family friend)
Candy Bar: Sprinkles Creations (Bride’s Mother)
Couples Shower / Welcome Notes: Paige Burton Designs (Etsy)

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Posted in Photography, Photojournalism

Many wedding photographers can create pretty images by photographing the bride, groom, families and guests.  Not every wedding photographer, however, can create images that really take the couple back to the feeling of their wedding day whenever they look at them. Whether it is the image of a delightful flower girl dumping all her petals in one spot or a Father’s hand subtly draped across his daughter’s shoulder, the essence of wedding photojournalism is to preserve those fleeting moments.  Everyone knows how a song can  instantly transport a person to where they first heard it and how they felt.  That is the feeling I want to give my couples, whether it is a week after or twenty years later.  I want to capture the notes.

So here are some of my favorite moments from the weddings I’ve had the pleasure of photographing:

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