The 10 Best Car Photographers in New York City
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Cars are some of the most high-end products you can buy, and not just any photography will do them justice. A bad photo of a luxurious sports car just doesn’t quite capture the majesty of the vehicle, does it? The best New York City car photographers combine deep experience, serious technical know-how, and a healthy dose of artistic creativity to create photographs that are as eye-catching as their subjects, and we’ve rounded up ten of them.
1. Sean Klingelhoefer
Sean Klingelhoefer is an artist through and through, and his automobile photography is elegant, fashionable, and high-end, the work of a true professional with an eye for commercial style. Whether it’s tracking a Jeep as it roars down a sand dune or setting up the perfect light array for a cyclorama shoot in-studio, Klingelhoefer is equipped to handle it. You can see work (all of it—not just car photography) on his Instagram feed.
2. Mike Cutler
Mike Cutler not only works as a photographer and a videographer, but is also a production manager for Catamount Access Television, which gives him a different perspective from some. His still photography often looks as if it could be a production still from a video, and his editing reflects that cinematic or TV-ready quality. Check out his Instagram feed for a diverse snapshot of what he’s up to.
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3. Adam Lerner
Adam Lerner’s photography has an editorial or lifestyle look to it, which lends it a natural feeling and an authenticity that’s a little different from the hyper-retouched quality of many glossy automotive ads. He brings a photojournalistic sense to every shoot, which isn’t surprising given that he fell into photography by shooting with an old Pentax while on tour with a band in his younger years. We love the work he’s doing now, and we’re sure you will, too.
4. Scott Joshua Dere
Scott Joshua Dere shoots a great deal of travel and nature photography in addition to car photography, making him an excellent pick for any brand that needs an adventure-seeking photographer for a project. Dere is the president of the Professional Photographers of Greater New York (PPGNY), and he brings over 25 years of professional experience to the table.
5. Alec Pulvidente (ACP Visuals)
New York car photographer Alec Pulvidente works directly with a lot of non-corporate clients, which isn’t something you see every day. At a rate that’s more accessible and affordable than what he charges for big corporate shoots, you can book him to give your car the pro photography treatment. Who couldn’t use a little of that for their social media? For examples of his car photography as well as his excellent adventure and travel photography, give his Instagram a peek.
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6. Erik Fuller
Erik Fuller says this about himself: “He’s a huge fan of classic rock, the 70s, muscle cars, and stick shifts, and prefers them all together in the same place.” That probably gives you as good an idea of his attitude and personality as anything else. He’s well-equipped to produce the super slick high-definition styles you’ll see in ads for modern high-end brands, but he also shoots a lot of vintage cars. We love his treatments of them, the way his editing reflects their classic styling expertly. Have a look at his social media to see some of his great work.
7. Mark DeLong
Mark DeLong is a remarkably successful commercial photographer in a variety of capacities—fashion photographer, celebrity portrait photographer, lifestyle photographer. New York City is a great place to practice all of those, after all. He’s also one of the best New York car photographers when it comes to integrating models. Car interiors with a model communicate a sense of brand style and create an impression of the customer’s lifestyle (or what a potential customer might aspire to), making it an extremely important part of automotive photography, but not one that every photographer can do well. Be sure to check out his Instagram page.
8. Andrew Link
There’s no telling how many magazine covers Andrew Link’s car photography has graced. His deep professional experience and impeccable style make him a natural on any list of the best New York City car photographers. Most of his best work takes place outdoors and on roads, not in the confines of the studio, and his portfolio includes some really unique and amazing vehicles. Follow him on Instagram to see what he does next.
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9. Vlad Shurigin
Vlad Shurigin (also known as Zuumy) is a wildly popular New York City car photographer who also makes content as an influencer on social media. He’s even got his own high-end, hyper-stylish detailing service and accompanying set of products. In other words, he’s a busy man, but he doesn’t let anything distract him from his primary mission: taking some of the most jaw-dropping automotive photos on the planet.
10. Cris Guamanzara (C3)
Cris Guamanzara—aka “C3”—takes moody, atmospheric shots of SUVs, super-saturated golden hour photos of classic blue low-riders, and neon-tinged nighttime images of Lamborghini, just for starters. Check out his Instagram page for a sampling of some of his best work. Like many of the best New York City car photographers, his work is widely published, and he’s the go-to photographer in his region for a number of high-end automotive brands. We’re sure he’s only going to continue to do big things in the future.
Who doesn’t love a glamorous car photo?
We’re suckers for some good car photography. It’s the next best thing to getting to test-drive a Maserati or an Aston Martin. The best New York City car photographers have a way of capturing the true spirit of a car and reflecting its design philosophy in the images they craft. When those same photographs also include a bit of The Big Apple for scenery, all the better.
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