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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 BrideOneWedMerci 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!  :-)

I am super excited to be published in the Fall/Winter 2012 Issue of The Knot Magazine! Nadya and Jordache’s beautiful wedding at Gotham Hall was featured as one of “14 Perfect New York Weddings.”

For all the brides out there, The Knot is a great resource for planning your wedding. You can also have a look at The Knot: Wedding Ideas BlogThe Knot Wedding Blog, and The Knot’s Real Weddings.

Thank you to Nadya and Jordache’s wedding planner, Christine Godsey of Engaging Affairs. She did a splendid job creating and managing the flow of the day and making the space gorgeous. :)

Vendor List:
Wedding Planner: Christine Godsey, Engaging Affairs
Make up Artist: Stacey Richburg
Flower Designer: Bill Enright of Edge Flowers
Band: The Rhythm Dogs
Bridal Preparation Location: Trump International
Venue: Gotham Hall
Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Dress: Pnina Tornai
Cake: City Cakes
Catering: Thomas Preti
Event Production: Syzygy Events
Rentals: DC Rental
Videography: Open Eye Media

To see more photos from this wedding, take a look at their full blog post: Nadya & Jordache | Gotham Hall, New York City Wedding

I know it’s not quite related to weddings, but I love the dresses that were used for this fashion shoot, especially the blush dress!  It can definitely also apply to weddings, as these outfits would make for incredible wedding fashion.

As a photographer I adore the work of fashion photographer, Peter Lindbergh, who did this amazing shoot in a beautiful old hotel. It was such a perfect visual setting for those beautiful fashion pieces.

In this shoot for Vogue, Natalie says she was modeling clothes from Rodarte, J. Mendel, Prada and others. Here are my favorite photos from that shoot:

via Vogue.com

Check out the behind-the-scenes video from the shoot below:

Elie Saab

Lebanese designer Elie Saab has long been a leading name in haute couture in the Middle East, where his romantic, crystal-encrusted gowns attracted princesses to his Beirut atelier, opened in 1982 when he was just 18 years old. His ready-to-wear line, which launched in 1998 in Milan, heralds the same feminine aesthetic as his couture dresses, with brightly colored silks, chiffons, pearl beading, and embroidered lace. 

Elie Saab Website – Haute Couture – Twitter – Facebook

Sarah Seven

Website – Blog – Facebook – Twitter

 

Badgley Mischka

Badgley Mischka Website – Bridal Website – Facebook – Twitter

 

Marchesa

Marchesa Website – Facebook – Facebook Bridal – Twitter.

 

Jenny Packham

Jenny Packham Website – Twitter – Facebook.

J. Mendel

J. Mendel Website – Facebook – Twitter