It was freezing and raining and all I had was a camera and reflector as this photo session was scheduled for outdoors in Carl Schurz Park. The light was falling but somehow I was able to capture this beautiful family on their dining room table, the window behind me in natural window light mixed with indoor ambient light. 
Snowy Day and Indoor Photography by Nina Drapacz Photography
In 22 years I've never forgotten to show up for a photo shoot until this snowy day. The mom emailed me to say the girls were excited and what time I would be there....luckily they lived around the block! I ran over as fast as I could and was greeted by two adorable amazing sisters! The light was fading fast so when I saw the shiny silver reflective table I immediately started using it. It provided just the perfect pop of light.
Double Mitzvah, twins by Nina Drapacz Photography
Two stunning red heads no less! We did the temple photographs a week after the ceremony when everyone was nice and relaxed. Earlier we did a portraits for posters to sign at the party. All pictures were timed perfectly when there was no stress for the family or the photographer! Whew!
Harlem Photography by Nina Drapacz Photography
I met the most gorgeous toddler! He is a professional model his mom told me. Harlem is a wonderful neighborhood with so much character and this was
such a gorgeous family. This little one was on the go constantly! Even after 4 outfit changes!!!
Siblings and a Outdoor Space in a NYC Apartment Building by Nina Drapacz Photography
The LAST warm day this winter! I was able to squeeze this shoot in in December. It was over 60 degrees! It started out rough, light was fading and big brother wasn't thrilled sharing the spotlight with his baby brother. With lots of patience and persistence, a success!
One Warm Winter Day New York City by Nina Drapacz Photography
Until now we have had quite warm weather for December. It made a huge difference to lots of families who waited to book their photo sessions until late in the season. The combination of unseasonably warm weather and online card companies quick card's turn around made this season's families very happy!
Photo Shoots on Location in NYC by Nina Drapacz Photography
I photographed this family both inside and outside. Both have different advantages. Outdoors the scenery is beautiful and placing children and families in nature can be creative depending on location and sunlight. Indoors offers a level of comfort. Children are familiar with their surroundings and moms can change their clothing easily during the course if the session. Their is also the wonderful natural window light that can light up a face so softly...
Senior Portraits by Nina Drapacz Photography
I have been photographing many of these seniors since they were babies! The all important yearbook personal page- make it special with a portrait thats says who you are! Book now for yearbook deadlines.
Westside girl comes to the upper east side for a fun photo shoot with Nina Drapacz Photography!
Her mom picked her up from school and came straight to the park. It was unseasonably warm, luckily, and she had a blast! Apparently this is her first formal photo shoot. Seven is a wonderful age! Between jumping on a thin stairwell banister, doing back bends and hugging a
tree to name a few stints, she didn't want to our session to end. The perfect subject!
Steve Weatherford and Knicks Elite Air Dunkers at Basketball City by Nina Drapacz Photography
Last year
it was Tim Hardaway Jr., this year Steve Weatherford and the Knicks Elite Air Dunkers at Basketball City! Poor Steve came as a guest and ended up signing over 50 shirts, shorts, sneaker, napkins... The Knick's Dunkers were awesome!
Happy Halloween! Costume Portraits by Nina Drapacz Photography!
What a better way to preserve wonderful costumes and memories . I offered a free image to all who treat or treated at my studio. The kids got a treat and a fun
photo!
Toddler Photography Upper East Side, NYC by Nina Drapacz photography
My second year with this family. The baby, now a toddler was able to run around and boy did he run! The wonderful thing about late afternoon light, we could go anywhere without fear of bright sunlight, perfect for a trailing a two year old on the go!
Bat Mitzvah in Scarsdale, New York by Nina Drapacz Photography
While I have photographed many birthday parties at the Sunningdale Country Club in Westchester, this was the first Bat Mitzvah I had done there. The room for the ceremony was perfectly set up and the space was wonderful for this kind of celebration! It was a cold rainy day and eventually the sun came out affording me the chance to photograph both indoors and outdoors. It was special to be able to photograph the actual ceremony with available light.
Tween Photography by Nina Drapacz Photography
Tweens are the years right before teens, so about 9 to 12 years. Its a time in a child life that marks the last of the innocence and the impatience to independence. Many of the tweens I photograph are children I had been photographing since they were babies. I had the pleasure of seeing them grow up which is special.
Twins in Tuxedo NY by Nina Drapacz Photography
I have been photographing these twins for a couple of years in the West Village in NYC and now in their home in the country. Their stunning dog was in all his glory as were the girls in this gorgeous country setting!
Beautiful Sisters in Watermill, NY by Nina Drapacz Photography
It was the perfect time of day when the sun is low and golden. Two gorgeous girls who I have photographed
for a few years greeting me at the door, the rest is history! A fun photo shoot for the girls, the parents and me! I had a hard time choosing my favorites for this blog - I don't know how their parents will choose the images for their holiday and wall!
Tribeca Family Photo Shoot by Nina Drapacz Photography!
I had a special request to meet and photograph a family in Tribeca as they were moving to the suburbs and wanted to document their family in the neighborhood they had lived for many years. We walked to a street where, apparently, many photographers use for all kinds of photo shoots. It was incredible! There was a man with an easel there painting, very European AND very New York in every way... I asked them to set the baby down on the dirty hard concrete, they willingly agreed- and out came these images! In one of the images, the baby's expression seems to be saying, "W
hat? My parents just put me down alone on this hard dirty floor???!"
Newborn Indoor Photography in New York City by Nina Drapacz
As I was listening to a grandmother's anticipation of the impending birth of her first grandchild, in comes her neighbor with a gorgeous newborn girl -what a beautiful little baby! I had just my phone on me, no business cards I thought but luckily I had one card tucked inside my phone case and viola-
I had the opportunity to photograph this little gem the next day! She slept for just a few minutes, but enough time to capture exactly what her parents and I wanted!
I love photographing babies and children who live in the same building- so easy to commute to work!
Baby in a Tree- Summer Outdoor Portraits by Nina Drapacz Photography
I photographed this cute little baby as a newborn. He made the business card! Months later we met up with mom and dad in Carl Schurz Park in Manhattan. Dad was had no qualms about setting down the baby on concrete, grass and even prop him up in a tree! He was right behind him so it was "ok" with mom. I think maybe I was the most nervous!
Summer is going Fast! Hampton Summer Photo Sessions Nina Drapacz Photography
There is nothing quite like the summer in the Hamptons. This is my third year with these beautiful sisters at their wonderful home. The beach isn't always the best place for photography. The sun goes down so late, making photo shoots start at 6:30 when children are hungry and sleepy. I always encourage photographing at
homes. Im always taken by the beauty of the summer greenery there. The summer is going fast and Im almost fully booked for August! Please book soon to get on our calendar.