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About NYC Event Photography by Natalie Zharkina
Based in Staten Island, NYC Event Photography by Natalie Zharkina works with couples planning weddings throughout New York City, New York. The studio sits within easy reach of popular venues including Grand Oaks Country Club and The Grand at Ruby Falls. This profile is free to claim; verified couple reviews — never payments — determine how it ranks.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning a wedding photographer in New York City
How much does a wedding photographer cost in New York City?
Most couples in New York City budget between $1,500 and $3,500 for wedding photography. Packages at the lower end typically cover 6–8 hours with one shooter; higher tiers add a second shooter, engagement sessions, and albums. Always confirm exactly how many hours and edited images are included.
When should we book our wedding photographer?
Photographers with strong reputations are commonly booked 9–14 months ahead — earlier for peak-season Saturdays. If your date is inside six months, ask about waitlists and cancellations; openings do appear.
What should we ask before booking?
Ask to see two full galleries from real weddings (not highlight reels), confirm who will actually shoot your wedding, and get delivery timelines and image counts in the contract.
How does Lazo rank wedding photographers in New York City?
Rankings come from the Lazo Score — verified reviews weighted for recency — and are never sold. Vendors without verified reviews yet start at the community baseline of 65 and earn their score as verified reviews arrive.
Wedding venues near NYC Event Photography by Natalie Zharkina
| Venue | Distance |
|---|---|
| Grand Oaks Country Club | 1.2 mi |
| The Grand at Ruby Falls | 1.4 mi |
| The SAPPHIRE Grand | 3.4 mi |
Straight-line distance from NYC Event Photography by Natalie Zharkina to each venue listed on Lazo.
New York City weddings, month by month
Days typically top out between 65° and 85° in May, June, July, August, September. The driest months are January, October, November.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 40° | 28° | 20% | 4:11 PM | 4:53 PM |
| Feb | 42° | 30° | 21% | 4:52 PM | 5:30 PM |
| Mar | 50° | 36° | 24% | 6:26 PM | 7:02 PM |
| Apr | 62° | 46° | 22% | 6:58 PM | 7:35 PM |
| May | 71° | 55° | 24% | 7:27 PM | 8:06 PM |
| Jun | 80° | 64° | 23% | 7:47 PM | 8:29 PM |
| Jul | 85° | 70° | 22% | 7:45 PM | 8:25 PM |
| Aug | 83° | 69° | 21% | 7:16 PM | 7:53 PM |
| Sep | 76° | 62° | 21% | 6:28 PM | 7:04 PM |
| Oct | 64° | 51° | 18% | 5:38 PM | 6:15 PM |
| Nov | 54° | 42° | 19% | 3:57 PM | 4:37 PM |
| Dec | 44° | 34° | 24% | 3:45 PM | 4:29 PM |
Average highs, lows and the share of days with 0.1″ of rain or more, from NOAA’s 1991–2020 climate normals at New York Cntrl Pk Twr (1.7 mi from New York City). Golden hour begins when the sun is 6° above the horizon; both times are for the 15th of each month in New York City.
Photo spots around New York City
| Place | Area | From downtown |
|---|---|---|
| The Channel Gardenstourist attraction | New York | 0.4 mi |
| Greenacre Parkpark | New York | 0.9 mi |
| Tudor City Greenspark | New York | 1.0 mi |
| Cherry Hillscenic spot | New York | 1.3 mi |
| Shakespeare Gardengarden | New York | 1.7 mi |
| Jefferson Market Gardengarden | New York | 1.8 mi |
| Elizabeth Street Gardengarden | New York | 2.5 mi |
| Conservatory Gardengarden | New York | 3.0 mi |
Parks, gardens and landmarks that photograph well, nearest to central New York City first. Check each place’s rules for permits and session fees. Places from Google Maps, October 2026.
Getting to New York City
| Airport | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| LGA LaGuardia Airport | 6 mi | 10 min |
| TEB Teterboro Airport | 7 mi | 10 min |
| EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | 11 mi | 15 min |
| City | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 83 mi | 1 hr 40 min |
| Hartford-New Haven | 88 mi | 1 hr 50 min |
| Providence | 153 mi | 3 hr 10 min |
| Baltimore | 172 mi | 3 hr 30 min |
Straight-line distance from central New York City; drive times are estimates, not routes. Airports with scheduled passenger service, from OurAirports.
Details
- Based in
- 21 Hemlock Ln, Staten Island, NY 10309, USA
- Where
- Staten Island · 20 miles southwest of central New York City
- Listed under
- Wedding Photographers
- In New York City
- One of 398 wedding photographers we list
- Phone
- (718) 568-4554
- Website
- Visit site
Around Staten Island
- Nearest venue
- Grand Oaks Country Club, 1.2 mi
- Venues within 10 mi
- 27 wedding venues
- Wedding Photographers nearby
- 27 within 10
- Guest hotels
- 21 within 5 mi
- Communities served
- Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Iselin, Fords
Distances are straight-line from NYC Event Photography by Natalie Zharkina; counts come from the businesses and venues Lazo lists around New York City.
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