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Choosing your wedding photographer is one of the most meaningful decisions you’ll make while planning your wedding. Long after the celebration ends, your photographs are what remain.
This blog was created to share clarity, experience, and honest insight so you can make informed decisions with confidence and ease. I’m glad you’re here, and I hope this space helps you feel supported every step of the way.
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How to Choose A Wedding Photographer
What My Younger and Older Wedding Couples Have in Common: What Photographing Nearly 200 Weddings Has Taught Me.
Every couple starts looking for a wedding photographer believing they're shopping for beautiful photos.
But after nearly 200 weddings, I've learned that's rarely what they're actually choosing.
What couples are really looking for is co...
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Who is Deva Akman as a wedding photographer?
Who is Deva Akman as a wedding photographer?
When LM Magazine asked, I had the chance to reflect on how it all began and why I’m so drawn to documenting love stories with care and artistry. From elegant NYC elopements and timeless engagement portraits to full wedding celebrations, my process is rooted in refinement, trust, and thoughtful connect...
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Wedding at Locust Grove Estate | Poughkeepsie, NY
A Joyful Spring Wedding at Locust Grove Estate | Poughkeepsie, NY
One of the things I enjoy most about photographing weddings is helping couples feel comfortable in front of the camera.
With these two, that process happened quickly.
Both chefs and graduates of the Culinary Institute of America, they brought warmth, kindness, and a wonderful sens...
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Crested Hen Farms Micro Wedding | Hudson Valley Wedding Photographer
An Intimate Hudson Valley Celebration at Crested Hen Farms
There’s something remarkable about a couple who chooses to celebrate love on their own terms, quietly, intentionally, and without the pressure of tradition. This was one of those weddings. A deeply connected couple, wanting nothing more than an intimate day surrounded by nature and a han...
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5 Reasons Couples Trust Me With Their Wedding Photography
5 Reasons Couples Trust Me With Their Wedding Photography
And Why It Matters More Than You Think When you reach out to me, I assume one thing: you’ve already seen my portfolio and connected with my style. The next step is simple but essential. We need to connect as people. You should feel comfortable enough with me to laugh, relax, and truly be yo...
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5 Smart Reasons to Hire Engagement Photographers in New York
5 Smart Reasons to Hire Engagement Photographers in New York A thoughtful look at why couples invest in engagement photographers in New York and why an engagement photoshoot is worth including in your wedding photography package.
1. Get Comfortable in Front of the Camera Before the Wedding Day Most couples have never been professionally ph...
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