Business Details
14 Years
experience
Expert Wedding & Portrait Photography in New York City
DeVa Photography is a professional wedding and portrait photography studio founded on the belief that photographs are timeless storytellers. With over a decade of experience since 2012, the business specializes in capturing authentic moments through a blend of candid and refined imagery. The founder, Deva Akman, combines her multicultural background and formal training in photography to create emotionally resonant work. Clients consistently praise the studio's ability to document weddings and personal milestones with artistry, empathy, and technical excellence.The team prioritizes personalized service, offering guidance for New York City elopements and destination micro-weddings while maintaining a commitment to continuous professional development through workshops and styled shoots. Their approach emphasizes building trust with clients to create images that reflect genuine connections and individuality.
Services
Wedding Photography
Portrait Sessions
Elopement Packages
Personal Branding
Event Photography
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 12+ years of professional wedding photography experience since 2012
- Our dual-camera technique ensures comprehensive coverage without needing a second shooter
- Personalized guidance for NYC elopements and micro-weddings included at no extra cost
- All images receive professional editing and retouching by the lead photographer
- Comprehensive packages include digital files, prints, and premium wedding albums
What people say
Breathtaking beauty
Professional and dedicated
Made us look great
Creative vision
Timely delivery
Services
Wedding Photography
Specializing in wedding documentation with a blend of candid moments and artistic portraits. Services include ceremony coverage, couple portraits, and reception documentation. Clients receive comprehensive packages with digital files, prints, and premium albums.
Personal Branding
Creating authentic visual identities through professional photography sessions. Focuses on entrepreneurs and professionals seeking to enhance their online presence. Includes strategic planning for image selection and brand positioning.
Elopement Packages
Comprehensive photography for small weddings and elopements. Includes location scouting, timeline planning, and vendor recommendations. Specialized in NYC and Central Park ceremonies with flexible coverage options.
Portrait Sessions
Custom portrait photography for individuals and families. Emphasizes natural expressions and personal storytelling. Sessions include location guidance and styling advice for optimal visual impact.
Event Photography
Documenting special occasions with artistic documentation. Services adapt to various event types while maintaining focus on emotional storytelling and technical excellence in diverse lighting conditions.
People
Deva Akman
Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 12+ years experience in weddings and portraits. Combines multicultural perspective with technical expertise to create emotionally resonant images. Specializes in authentic storytelling through visual artistry.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
I blend candid documentary-style with refined portraiture, focusing on authentic moments and artistic composition.
Do you offer elopement photography in NYC?
Yes, I specialize in New York City elopements and micro-weddings with personalized planning guidance included.
What's included in your wedding packages?
All-inclusive packages feature digital files, prints, premium albums, and comprehensive day-of coverage without hidden fees.
How long have you been photographing weddings?
I've been a professional wedding photographer since 2012, capturing over 100 weddings with artistic consistency.
Do you edit all photographs?
Yes, every image receives professional editing and retouching to ensure optimal quality and visual coherence.
