June 22, 2026

Beltane: Magical Childs Park Engagement Session in the Poconos

These guys missed their winter wonderland photo adventure, but their Childs Park engagement session turned into something far more personal. Never wearing all white in everyday life, this usually black-clad couple stepped into the dark spring woods and waterfalls of the Poconos dressed in just […]

February 11, 2026

Frozenix: Powerful Winter Maternity Photos at Poconos Waterfalls

Winter maternity photos at Poconos waterfalls in January sounded insane on paper: 9–12°F (-13 to -11°C), fresh snow from the winter storm Fern two days earlier. Roads still treacherous, no cleared parking, no paths. Just knee-deep snow and a frozen wall of water somewhere down […]

January 28, 2026

Stormward: What It Means to Be a Dedicated Photographer in a Poconos Snowstorm

Here’s how I drove 88 miles through a Poconos snowstorm for FL clients who needed a dedicated photographer. A one-hour family session during their weekend getaway turned into a real-time decision about commitment, timing, and showing up when options are low. Storm Fern arrived early, […]

December 30, 2025

Elephated: A Wild Elephant Sanctuary Wedding at Myakka Elephant Ranch

The day before New Year’s Eve, I look back at everything I photographed in 2025, and this wedding feels like the wedding of the year. Not the biggest, most expensive, or most “polished”. Just the one that had everything that actually matters. This elephant sanctuary […]

April 15, 2025

Ashenrise: A Healing Portrait Session of Transformation in the Rise from Pain to Power

A healing portrait session with music artist Kouvaris The Universal Prince, inspired by the upcoming album From Fire to Phoenix. Eight powerful looks. One unforgettable journey of transformation, identity, and rebirth. Step into the fire and see what rises.

February 14, 2025

Jackass: A Prank Photoshoot So Freaky, They Almost Called the Cops

As a photography studio, I’ve had my fair share of working with celebrities—singers, fashion designers, Hollywood directors, TV personas, Bollywood stars, state governors, and even a NATO country president. But nothing, absolutely nothing, could compare to this past weekend’s shoot involving a movie star. This […]

September 5, 2024

Typhoon: DV High School Senior Portraits for a Champ

Want high school senior portraits with a splash? This Delaware Valley HS athlete beats records, so his mom wanted nothing short of powerful and unique, including underwater photography.

July 25, 2024

Philybuser: Fun Family Shoot Idea in Philadelphia

Need a new and non-cliche fun family shoot idea? Hop on a sightseeing bus city tour! I’ve longed to find a bouncy family for such an adventure, and these 10-year-loyal clients totally crushed it in Philadelphia.

July 17, 2024

Mommaid: Magic of Underwater Mermaid Maternity Shoot in Lake George

For most of my underwater shoots, clients opt for a pool option. When this certified diver asked about her mermaid maternity shoot in Lake George, NY, a 5-hour road trip did not stand in the way to that wildly gorgeous location, beating any tiled pool. […]

May 15, 2024

Naijazz: A Fashionista’s Dream 40th Birthday Photo Shoot

Doing this 40th birthday photo shoot with style was about honoring the Nigerian lady’s achievements, individuality, and journey from climbing the career ladder to raising three beautiful children. It’s about embracing the beauty of aging and celebrating every moment with grace, poise, and, of course, […]

February 17, 2024

Beaux Rêves: Unforgettable Sweet 16 Paris Trip

Paris Sweet 16 theme is among the most popular dream parties. But what if your dream is to fly and celebrate your birthday in Paris and get as “Paris” as possible? These hard-working NJ parents turned their daughter’s dream into a reality. There are a […]

July 25, 2023

Bearing: Poetic Fairytale Maternity Session at Hickory Run State Park

Expanding my exploration of the endless photo ops of the beautiful Poconos, I did a poetic fairytale maternity session at Hickory Run State Park. I also recorded running into two black bears mere yards away.

July 17, 2023

Happy 70: Unforgettable Family Reunion Photography in Poconos

Let’s talk family reunions, and one unforgettable family reunion photography in Poconos, in particular. They are rare for most families, so here’s why they are a worthy reason for professional photography that beats all your family phones combined.

May 18, 2023

Mama’s Love Free Portraits 2023

Picking up on my tradition brought to Poconos, I had the second Mama’s Love free portraits event in my local studio.

April 29, 2023

Barelywed: Hilarious Cancun Wedding at Majestic Elegance

To rephrase and expand Cyndi Lauper’s 1983 hit title, guys just wanted to have fun during this hilarious Cancun wedding at the Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres in Mexico. My wife and I did both photo and video (a peek at us is at the end). […]

December 17, 2022

Tough Destination Couple Photography in Jamaica: MerMarried 2

Just in time for the next round of free couple photography contest, here’s the outcome for the winners of 2022, with their mermaid-themed destination couple photography in Jamaica. Not all went well.

December 14, 2022

Capture the Winning Spirit: Creative Approach to School Sports Portraits of DV Warrior Wrestling

When invited to become a sponsor of junior DV Warrior Wrestling team, I wanted to treat them to a creative approach to traditional school sports portraits. Here are my techniques and tips on spicing them up.

October 27, 2022

Countryside Chateau Wedding in France: Mon Bonheur

The French couple whose surprise proposal on Times Square I documented back in 2019 not only fought back the COVID cancelations but also stayed true to having me cover their countryside chateau wedding in France. See how this French wedding differed from an American. It’s […]

July 14, 2022

Love in the Sky: Pocono Wedding at the Skytop Lodge

Let’s fly to my next Pocono wedding at the Skytop Lodge, for one of my youngest couples! This country wedding could have been traditional, but I added a few spins. And that battle for the garter is worth of an award.

June 10, 2022

Tree of Life Graduation 2022

Our daughter’s pre-K graduation this morning at the Tree of Life Preschool in Dingmans Ferry, PA.

May 24, 2022

Zorz Studios Invited to Attend Facebook’s Meta Boost Gather in Washington, DC [Press Release]

Press Release NEW YORK – May 24, 2022 – PRLog — This past week, May 16-18, Zorz Studios‘ founder, Ed “Zorz” Hafizov had the exclusive opportunity to represent and advocate for small business by attending Facebook’s Meta Boost Gather 2022 live in Washington, DC at Hyatt Regency. Meta, previously known as […]

April 13, 2022

WALPOA’s Egg Hunt 2022

Here’s a quick blog post from today’s Easter Egg Hunt 2022 in my Wild Acres community of Dingmans Ferry, PA.

March 10, 2022

Night Phone Photography: My Poconos Home

Last night after the season’s farewell big snow, I grabbed my 5-year-old Android and ventured out for the night phone photography. Here’s how I scored this killer shot.

July 31, 2021

Nest: Multi-Family Photoshoot in Connecticut

What happens when five veterinarian friends decide to bring their newly expanded families for a retreat? For this 17-people multi-family photoshoot in Connecticut, I drove 200 miles one way. The reward was a joy-packed craze of opportunities. Vetz Are Back!!! Does a veterinarian ring a […]

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