Alex Kotlik is an editorial photographer specializing in portraiture, headshots, journalism, and events. His style combines fashion, photojournalism, and traditional portraiture. Both color and black and white work is available.

Sessions are outdoors, at your home or the location of your choice. Alex can work with any budget, and photos are provided on disk.

Elizabeth Calogero's photography style is casual and natural, and she works either in her studio, your home, or on location. Shoots are casual and relaxed, rather than formal, as she believes a child's essence is best revealed through play.

She also does kid's parties, holiday cards, and birth announcements.

Filmmonsters birthday parties give kids the opportunity to create a short film with their friends. Parents are welcome to mingle and entertain while children create an original story and characters during the three hour party.

Filmmonsters Weekend Mini Camps and Summer Camp offer instruction in Filmmaking, Acting, and Digital and Film Photography, for kids ages eight to 18.

January Stewart specializes in capturing the best moments of a child's birthday party. Rates begin at $250 and include two hours of party coverage, 4x6 prints, and a CD with hi-res files of digital images.

January is also available for child and family portraits, usually at the location of the family's choice; indoor or out.

Jordan Elyse Photography specializes in capturing those moments parents love to preserve.

Sessions are all done "in the field," either at a client's home or outdoors, and photos are largely candid shots; Jordan prefers to shoot pictures in natural surroundings, where kids feel most comfortable.

Services include birth announcements, holiday cards, and more, all coordinated with some of the finest graphic artists in Manhattan. Call for current rates and to schedule an appointment.

Leshem Loft, the studio of photographer Yaron Leshem, an artist whose work is part of MoMA's permanent collection, creates museum-quality family portraits.

Photo sessions can take place in the studio or on location.
Expert in-house photo printing ensures the highest quality. Birth announcements, holiday cards, and family photo boxes are available.

The studio, which has 13-foot ceilings, exposed brick walls, and two skylights, can be rented for special events. A roof deck space, with views of the Hudson River and the Empire State Building, is also available.

An appointment-only boutique sells upscale, fashion-forward accessories for moms, dads, and babies. Many items are rare, handmade treasures created by artisans and up-and-coming designers, and carried exclusively here.

New York City baby, child, and family photographer Mary Jane of Mary Jane Photography specializes in artistic and natural images shot on location, outdoors or in the home. She also photographs parties, weddings, and other special events.

A photographer for 15 years, Mary Jane's work has been featured on the Discovery Channel's hit show, Runway Moms, as well as in numerous publications, including the The Big Book of Babies.

For a look at her portfolio, a list of clientele, and more details, visit Mary Jane's website.

New York City baby and child portrait photographer Paloma Sendrey specializes in whimsical, playful images of childhood; capturing moments that are alive with a child's unique personality and endless curiousity.

Sessions are done in the home, the park, or on location.

Ms Sendrey also has considerable experience (and rave reviews from parents) when it comes to party photography. Rates begin at $575 and include two hours of coverage, film, and all the 4x6 prints presented in sweet Photo Boxes.

Pre-party portraits of the birthday/Bar-Bat Mitzvah child can be requested as well.