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About
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Hi, I’m Farabi — a NYC videographer & photographer who turns your moments into movie-quality memories. With 4+ years of experience shooting weddings, events, and brand content, I focus on capturing real emotions, cinematic visuals, and timeless photos you’ll love for years.
Overview
Hired 50 times
Serves Jersey City, NJ
Background checked
2 employees
4 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, PayPal, Square cash app, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2025
Services offered
Event type
Wedding
Birthday party
Corporate event
Bridal or baby shower
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and punctuality.
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Bridget c.
Nov 18, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Farabi was a dream! Quick to respond to my last minute request for celebrating a milestone birthday. He arrived and blended seamlessly into the event and then had me smiling ear to ear when I got the photos back. He captured the smiles and hugs and the genuine laughter at the party - and even the great dance floor shots! So glad I had a last minute hunch that we needed to document the night!! I’ll cherish these forever
Details: Birthday party • 50 - 99 guests • Indoors • Physical proofs or prints
Farabi Phaces | Videographer x Photographer's reply
Thank you so much, Bridget! I’m so glad you followed that last-minute hunch — milestone birthdays deserve to be documented, and your party made it easy with all that genuine energy on the dance floor. Enjoy those photos for years to come!
Wedding and Event Photography
Eliana L.
Sep 30, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
He was there, exactly on time and took amazing photos of my wedding. Thank you for taking the time with me and my crazy family.
Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download • Physical proofs or prints
Wedding and Event Photography
Heni M.
May 18, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Farabi was amazing to work with! Such great value, and he made us an incredible engagement video. He was also super accommodating whenever I asked for changes or little tweaks, and always made the process easy and stress-free. He’s incredibly pleasant, professional, and talented. Highly recommend!
Details: Wedding • 51 - 100 guests • Indoors • Highlight video (3 - 4 minutes) • Immediate day-of editing to show during event
Farabi Phaces | Videographer x Photographer's reply
Thank you so much, Heni! Your engagement video was a joy to create — you two made every shot easy. I’m glad the revision process felt smooth and stress-free; that’s exactly the experience I aim for. Wishing you both an amazing wedding, and I’d love to capture it when the day comes!
Wedding and Event Videography
Rachel S.
4 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
We hired Farabi last minute for our wedding to ensure we would have some good quality footage from the day. He quickly took up our request and was very reliable on the day. He went above and beyond showing us ideas of a unique potential video edit we never would have thought of. Thanks for your help!
Farabi is amazing! Our original weddingphotographer canceled on us a few days before our wedding and Farabi saved the day! Even with only a few days notice he worked with our budget, traveled to our venue and didnt miss a beat! He captured every moment and captured every picture we wanted to have for our photo album. He was not in the way and became a member of the family! If youre wondering if you should book, you should, you will not regret it!
Credentials
Background Check
Al-Farabi Kalkiyev
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is designed to offer great value while maintaining professional quality. All packages are customizable based on your event needs. I offer bundle discounts when booking both photography and videography together. Travel fees may apply for events outside the NYC/NJ area, but I always communicate that in advance. No hidden fees—everything is discussed upfront. I also offer flexible payment options, including deposits to secure the date and balance due by the event day.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
1. Once a new client reaches out, I start by learning about their vision, the type of event or shoot, and any specific requests they have.
2. I’ll then suggest a package or customize one to fit their needs
3. After confirming the details, we sign a simple contract and arrange a deposit to lock in the date
4. After confirming the details, we sign a simple contract and arrange a deposit to lock in the date
5. On the day of the shoot, my goal is to capture moments naturally and professionally, and after the event, I deliver the edited content within the promised timeline.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I’ve developed my skills through hands-on experience shooting a wide range of events, from weddings and birthdays to corporate gatherings and lifestyle shoots. Over the years, I’ve taken courses in cinematography, editing, lighting, and color grading to sharpen my craft. I also stay up to date with the latest gear and techniques through continuous learning, workshops, and real-world projects that challenge my creativity and technical ability.
