Mark Zilberman Documentary Wedding Photography

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Introduction: Wedding photography for people who DON'T want wedding photography! Documentary wedding photography creates a beautiful set of pictures that are totally unique. Just like you and your wedding. Rather than set poses, the purpose and goal is to write the story of your most precious day. To remember the narrative that was your wedding day decades from now. What exactly do you feel when you look at an album of posed groups, awkward poses and over-romanticized images. How often do you feel the “candid moments” were the best in the book? My goal is to bring back to you images that you will feel. Images that might make you cry, or laugh out loud replay the day in your mind over and over after ALL the effort and love you put into it. Here are some features of my approach: 1) You’ll likely not notice I’m there. Many might even think I’m a guest with a camera. 2) I won’t take over your day with setting up group shots or pulling you away for long photo-sessions. 3) Everything I do is candid. The laughing, crying, joy, tears. All 100% real. If you like the sound of this, and you like my pictures then I’d love to shoot your wedding.

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Hired 7 times

Serves North Bergen, NJ

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1 employee

7 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Samsung Pay, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Scott H.

Nov 15, 2023

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We had a great experience with Mark. From beginning to end he was professional, fun, easy to work with, and produced amazing work to commemorate our special day. His candid style made everything feel authentic and natural, capturing all the honest and genuine moments that tell the story of our wedding day. He absolutely nailed it-- I'd recommend him to anyone. Thanks Mark, for giving us such unique and timeless memories!

Details: Wedding • 25 - 49 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download

Mark Zilberman Documentary Wedding Photography's reply

As much as I love photography, the very best part of the work is the joy that I see when the family sees the pictures. And I know that joy will go long into the future being able relive the day through pictures that tell the beautiful story of that singular day. Thank you Sarah and Scott for giving me the chance to give you this work. Best of luck!

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Alicia c.

Oct 13, 2023

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Planning a wedding is often overwhelming, but as soon as I chose a mark to photograph our wedding I felt a little more at ease. He has such a beautiful talent for capturing the moments that would otherwise be forgotten during such a busy day. I felt like I was rewatching the day unfold through his photos and I got to enjoy it from a whole new perspective. He is kind and humble and incredibly creative. I am so grateful for him and the photos we’ll be able to cherish for a life time.

Details: Wedding • 50 - 99 guests • Indoors • Digital or online download

Mark Zilberman Documentary Wedding Photography's reply

I am so pleased my work made you so happy. This is the best part of this work. Giving couples and families the opportunity to relive one of the biggest days of their lives for years to come. I am humbled.

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Magnus & Claire S.

Oct 4, 2023

Mark was such a pleasure to work with, very easy going and passionate about what he does. As he puts it, he blends in with your event guests. I’m doing so, he caught some adorable moments especially among the littlest guests at our wedding. We really treasure those candid shots. Mark also was a last minute save for us - we had a photog bail on us about a month out and thankfully Mark was available & we found him. It was a breeze to make arrangements with him and he was very flexible with a last minute venue change. Thanks, Mark! We were glad to have you at our wedding :)

Rebecca G.

Jun 13, 2023

Mark had great communication with us the entire time. He arrived early to get set up. We were very unorganized (my parents had COVID and we were planning a last minute outdoor wedding) and he helped put us at ease. His calming demeanor and soothing presence was greatly appreciated. Mark, thank you for capturing the moments and helping make it a perfect day!

Kate S.

Jul 14, 2022

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I haven't seen the photos yet (it has not yet been two weeks) but Mark was AMAZING. he was everything we wanted in a photographer and I have no doubt that the photos will be amazing.

Details: Wedding • 50 - 99 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download

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Mark Zilberman

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I have a two hour minimum and I charge a non-refundable deposit at the time of booking.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
The typical process involves making sure that the potential customer understands my style (documentary). Most other photographers are traditional. I am not. I'll direct them to my website, Then we'll talk about where and when you want me and I'll leave the conversation open so you can ask me anything. Finally, I'll have to draft the appropriate paperwork and collect a deposit. That's it!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I've started shooting professionally in 1979. Most of my education was for working as a freelance photographer's assistant. I was a freelance professional in NYC. I worked mostly for magazines (Business Week, Forbes, Eastern Airlines). Also, did documentary photography which took me to Nicaragua, Panama, Gaza and the West Bank. In the last 4 years, I've moved into documentary wedding photography. My mentor/teacher has been Kevin Mullins from England. You can Google him to get a really good idea of the style I aspire to. Kevin is really good at putting in words the whole idea about documentary wedding photography.