Business Details
Award-Winning Wedding & Event Photographer in Sleepy Hollow, NY
Todd Shapera is a globally recognized photojournalist and award-winning photographer with over four decades of experience capturing life's most significant moments. Our expertise spans wedding and event photography, documentary storytelling, and environmental portraiture, serving clients from New York to Cuba and beyond. We combine journalistic integrity with artistic vision to create timeless images that reflect the authenticity and emotion of each occasion.Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by accolades such as the Arts Westchester Larry Salley Photography Award and over 100 five-star Google reviews. With a focus on personalized service and technical mastery, we ensure every client receives a curated visual narrative that preserves their unique story for generations.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Photojournalism
Photobooths
Highlights and features
- We bring 40 years of global photojournalism experience to every event.
- Our storytelling approach captures authentic emotions and candid moments.
- Award-winning work featured in The New York Times and Professional Photographer magazine.
- Over 100 five-star Google reviews from satisfied clients worldwide.
- Quick turnaround with personalized post-event album creation services.
Associations and certifications
- Arts Westchester Larry Salley Photography Award
What people say
AMAZING photographer
Captured every detail
Stress-free process
Quick turnaround
Artistic genius
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with a photojournalistic approach that captures authentic emotions and candid moments. Services include full-day coverage, assistant photographer, and online gallery access. Clients receive print rights and custom album design options, with delivery within 2-4 weeks post-event.
Engagement Sessions
Creative portrait sessions for couples in locations of personal significance. Includes location scouting, styling guidance, and digital deliverables. Sessions typically last 1.5-2 hours with final images delivered within 7-10 days.
Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Comprehensive documentation of religious and cultural milestones, including pre-ceremony preparations, formal portraits, and reception coverage. Features candid crowd moments and structured family photography with optional photobooth services.
Photojournalism
Long-form storytelling through images for publications, foundations, and NGOs. Focus areas include cultural preservation, environmental issues, and social documentary projects with ethical, immersive reporting techniques.
Photobooths
Interactive photo booth service with attendant, props, and instant printouts. Includes digital copies of all captures and customizable backdrop options for weddings and corporate events.
People
Todd Shapera Photography
Owner & Lead Photographer
Award-winning photojournalist with 40 years documenting global stories for major publications. Specializes in wedding and event photography with a documentary style. Recipient of the 2023 Larry Salley Photography Award.
Questions
What photography services do you specialize in?
I specialize in wedding photography, engagement sessions, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, and documentary-style event coverage with a photojournalistic approach.
Do you travel for events?
Yes, I photograph events globally with primary bases in Sleepy Hollow, NY, and Taos, NM, having worked in 56 countries.
How far in advance should I book?
Peak dates book 12-18 months ahead, but I maintain flexibility for last-minute and rescheduled events.
What's included in your wedding packages?
Packages include full-day coverage, assistant photographer, online gallery, print rights, and custom album design.
How quickly will I receive my photos?
Wedding galleries deliver within 2-4 weeks, with engagement sessions typically ready in 7-10 days.
