HI!
WE'RE THE MICHAEL KORMOS PHOTOGRAPHY TEAM
Our crew of talented artists have been personally trained by Michael in his signature style. They each have years of experience crafting family keepsakes, and a passion for capturing babies of all ages (and attitudes!). From our brand-defining low angles and creamy bokeh, to our hallmark perspectives. Each artist is dedicated to carrying out Michael's aesthetic with every shot they take.
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT MICHAEL...
1987
For Michael, it all started when he was six years-old. Using his grandfather's Exakta II film camera, he was amazed at the results of night time photography. Using a tripod and long shutter speeds, he began experimenting with light painting every chance he got. As he grew more skillful, Michael began using filters, and shifted his focus onto landscapes.
2009
Fast forward twenty-two years, everything changed in 2009. With the birth of his first daughter, Michael shifted to portrait photography, and pretty soon, people took notice. He was being commissioned by friends and neighborhood families to take photos of their little ones—and everything grew from there.
Michael Kormos Photography was established that same year, with the goal of providing world-class baby and family portraits. As the business grew, Michael's wife - Sophie, took on the marketing and management roles, to help streamline the volume of clients coming through the door.
2013
By 2013, they had signed a lease for a commercial photo loft in midtown Manhattan, cementing their brand as New York City's premier family portrait photographer.
Michael credits his success to dedicated specialization. Instead of being a jack-of-all-trades, he believes the key is to shift your optics on a subject matter you inherently love, and devote yourself to it 110%. His commitment to his children is reflected in his personal approach during his sessions. "By getting to know my subjects, putting them at ease, and treating each photo session as a play date, I remove all of the commandeering structures that otherwise eclipse this dynamic."
2019
By 2019, the studio has moved to a new, larger space. Offering a dedicated reception/waiting area, make-up station, walk-in wardrobe, and the square footage that would facilitate more creative options, as well as client comfort.
In addition to his lifelong dedication to professional photography in the New York area, Michael enjoys listening to classical music (with Rachmaninoff, Liszt, and Chopin being his favorites), reading about the latest discoveries in astronomy, and providing flight instruction to aspiring pilots at a local airport. Michael is a certified flight instructor, and holds a commercial pilot license.
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THE FLEETING MOMENTS OF CHILDHOOD.
captured with our award-winning photography
lifestyle nyc family photographers & newborn specialists
Our shared vision at MKP is creating artistic portraits for your family through all of its wonderful stages. We believe that a great portrait has the power to take your breath away, make you laugh with delight, and move you to tears. Our style is capturing real moments that tell a story, while showcasing the wonder, joy and excitement of childhood. We love to get creative with beautiful light, artistic perspectives, and funky angles. Most of all, we love to present those precious memories as stunning works of art that your family will cherish forever.
We strive to provide a memorable experience that will become an annual tradition. There's nothing that warms our hearts more than seeing your children grow over the years!
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most sought after
NYC FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHERS
MICHAEL & SOPHIE
MKP was our first "baby" conceived 17 years ago. Since then we've been blessed with four beautiful children, and the passion for our family photography business has continued to grow. As parents ourselves, we understand all too well that childhood is a paradise of fleeting moments. Your little ones will never be this small again.
NOW is the time to remember...
MEET OUR ARTISTS...
Viktoria
Victoria has poured her heart into photography her whole life, and for the last 10 years, she's focused on newborn portraiture. It's truly a joy for her to capture families during such a momentous time. She loves to focus on all the little details, and tender emotions. With her specialized training in newborn posing and soothing, she ensures that parents feel comfortable and relaxed. Her gentle touch ensures every tiny client is handled with the utmost safety and care. More than anything, she feels deeply honored to provide a relaxed and lifestyle newborn photography experience for our clients. Infant babies require a delicate and sensitive approach, and Victoria's expertise is evident in her Manhattan baby photography.
Flor
Family photographer extraordinaire Flor has 9 years of experience as a professional children’s photographer, holding a degree in fine art photography from the Fashion Institute of Technology. She now teaches aspiring photographers at the NY Film Academy. Her speciality is providing fun and stress-free family photoshoots. Besides her artistic talent, Flor’s bubbly personality helps clients feel at ease during sessions. With a fun and relaxed approach, she has the ability to bring out the best in even the most camera shy individuals – regardless of age! Her passion for family portraits in and around New York City is evident in the gorgeous images that she creates. We’re so honored to have Flor on our team, and we know you’ll love working with her!
Hailey
Hailey has been a family portrait photographer for the past 8 years, and her work has been featured in numerous publications. Originally from California, Hailey has been passionate about taking photos her entire life. She found her true calling in the portrait photography world, which allows her to capture everyday moments as timeless works of art. She is currently a fashion student at FIT. Her baby and family photoshoots are relaxed, effortless, and intimate. Her personable and easygoing approach allows her to authentically capture candid family photography in Manhattan and Brooklyn. You'll see her jumping, dancing, singing, and doing whatever it takes to get those perfect smiles!
IN THE PRESS
SOME OF MICHAEL'S FAVORITE LANDSCAPE PHOTOS
OUR MOST FAVORITE QUESTIONS
about michael kormos photography
Has Michael always used a digital camera?
Michael has used a film camera (Nikon N70) as recently as 2004, shooting on Kodak Portra 160 film, and for his landscapes—Fujichrome Velvia 50. As digital sensors continued to improve, he ultimately switched to a digital Nikon SLR, largely due to economics and workflow feasibility. He still owns Exakta II - his first camera from 1950s, although it's no longer in a working order.
What is your trick to getting children to be so comfortable in front of the camera?
Michael attributes much of this effort to his wife, and baby wrangler extraordinaire - Sophie. With a backpack full of tricks and distractions, including bubble dispensers, squeaky toys, and sock puppets, Sophie's ready for anything. While she wrangles the toddlers and elicits natural smiles, Michael takes the perfect shot.
The backgrounds in Michael's portraits look like pictures from a fairly tale book. What does it take to produce such quality photos in NYC?
Much of it comes from Michael's background as a landscape photographer:
- Knowing how to read light, and scheduling photoshoots only during the golden hour.
- Exposure bracketing for high-contrast scenes, and utilizing graduated neutral density filters.
- Placing subjects in full shade, with an open sky above helps to create a natural soft box.
- Framing his shots using the rule of thirds, and utilizing white space for dramatic effect.
Do you shoot weddings?
In order to provide our clients with photography of high caliber, we focus our creative energy exclusively on baby, family, and senior portraits in the New York City area. Photographing events such as weddings would draw our focus away from our core values.
I'd love to take my Senior Portraits in New York with multiple wardrobe changes. How do you change your clothes in a busy city environment?
Good question! And a fairly simple answer too. We use a portable pop-up changing tent, which can be erected anywhere in a matter of seconds. This allows our high school seniors to change in privacy no matter where they are. So bring as many clothing changes for your senior photoshoot in NYC as you can carry!
“Flor has a way with our children. She lets us relax and be ourselves, and somewhere in doing that, she creates magic.“
- Jessica Sutton, client since 2011
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ON THE WATERFRONT
MEMORABLE CHILDHOOD PHOTOS IN NEW YORK
...in a paradise of fleeting moments, we are constantly inspired to capture the magic before the moment passes. At Michael Kormos Photography, we love to capture genuine portraits that really showcase your family’s unique story. Wispy curls, pouty lips, sweet giggles, and silly faces. A father gently cradling his baby girl, her teeny tiny hand clasped tightly around his finger. The loving gaze between a mother and son as they stroll through a field at sunset. Our light and airy NYC photography embodies all of these elements which are presented to you as true works of art. With a team of outstanding photographers, a dedicated make-up artist and hair stylist, we offer all-inclusive photoshoots for every family occasion.
CONTACT US
MICHAEL KORMOS PHOTOGRAPHY
231 W 29th St #703, New York, NY 10001
(212) 544-0102
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