Serving New York City & Northern New Jersey
The Red-Carpet Experience
Luxury Sweet 16, Wedding & Branding imagery captured with zero‑stress precision—any venue, any vision.
250+ Events & Brand Shoots Captured
Our Philosophy
Luxury begins with listening, is shaped through collaboration, and lives on in the legacy we deliver.
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DISCOVERY CALL
We listen first. Your experience starts with a 20‑minute Zoom or in‑studio espresso where we uncover who you are, what success looks like, and any anxieties you carry about being in front of the camera. No hard sell—just alignment.
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COLLABORATIVE DESIGN
Mood‑boards, wardrobe guidance, and run‑of‑show timelines are crafted together. Whether it’s a Sweet 16 grand entrance, a six‑location wedding day, or a 40‑person corporate shoot, every creative detail—and logistical detail—is locked before camera shutters click.
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LEGACY DELIVERY
We believe memories deserve museum‑quality treatment. Your images and films arrive in calibrated colour, cloud‑backed galleries, and heirloom albums built to outlive us all. From next‑day sneak peeks to lifetime backups, the experience ends only when you say, “We have everything we need.”
The Client Journey
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1 . Vision Call
We hop on a quick 20‑minute Zoom (or phone) to hear your ideas, budget, and any worries. You’ll see a few real galleries from events like yours so you know exactly what to expect.
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2 . Style Guide
You fill out a 5‑minute style quiz; we send back a photo mood‑board and outfit tips the whole family can follow. We tweak it until you and your teen both say “Yes, that’s us.”
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3 . Easy Game Plan
We build a step‑by‑step schedule—who needs to be where and when—plus handle any permits or venue rules. You get a simple PDF to share with your planner or family group chat.
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4 . Shoot Day
Our team arrives two hours early to test lights and greet vendors (en español if needed). During the party we guide gently, then step back so you enjoy the moments.
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5 . Careful Editing
We sort thousands of shots, hand‑edit colors and skin, and mix film audio so every laugh sounds clear. Two pairs of eyes check each photo before it leaves the studio.
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6 . Memories Delivered
A 20‑photo preview lands in your inbox the next morning. Full galleries and films follow in a private online link—backed up forever and ready to share with family worldwide.
Behind the Lens
Founded by Mario W. Valladares, Red Studios is a family-led team of photographers and videographers, handpicked for their skill and heart. Mario’s passion began as a hobby and became a dream—one he shares with his wife Ana and their four children. For over 20 years, we’ve helped families in NYC and NJ capture moments that matter most, always with warmth, care, and attention to detail.
Fundado por Mario W. Valladares, Red Studios es un equipo familiar dedicado a capturar tus momentos más importantes, con pasión y atención especial en cada detalle.
Venue & Studio Expertise
Waterside Events • Edgewater
Panoramic Hudson River views and floor‑to‑ceiling windows give you sunset photos with the NYC skyline—without leaving New Jersey. As a preferred vendor we get early load‑in, valet gear access, and rooftop clearance, so your timeline stays stress‑free.
The Venetian • Garfield
Crystal chandeliers, sweeping marble staircases, and a 30‑ft coffered ceiling make grand entrances unforgettable—whether it’s a Sweet 16 court dance or a black‑tie wedding. We know the mezzanine angle for full‑room photos and a hidden garden nook for quiet portraits.
Legacy Castle • Pompton Plains
Twin stone bridges, a private lake, and gold‑leaf ballrooms set a storybook scene. Our team has mapped the best spots—from the grand foyer for first looks to the terrace for sparkler exits—so you get magazine‑worthy shots without losing party time.
Faqs
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Sweet 16s and weddings fill 6–12 months out, especially spring and fall dates. Headshots and small branding shoots can be scheduled 2–4 weeks ahead. If you have a venue, it’s never too early to reserve your photo team.
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Yes. At least one photographer or cinematographer on every job speaks Spanish. All planning emails and forms can be sent in both languages, so abuela and tío stay in the loop.
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Free 20‑minute vision call
Digital agreement + 30 % retainer to lock the date
Style guide and timeline sent within one week
Final balance split 40 % (60 days out) / 30 % (on gallery delivery)
Total time to sign and secure your date: about 10 minutes.
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We arrive two hours early, build a minute‑by‑minute schedule with your planner, and guide only when needed. You enjoy the party; we chase the light, not your family.
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You’ll get a 20‑image sneak peek within 24 hours. Full photo galleries arrive in 5–8 weeks; highlight films follow by week 10. Need them faster? Add our rush upgrade for 5‑day delivery.
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Absolutely. We carry a $2 million liability policy, and all drone pilots are FAA Part 107 certified. We handle venue paperwork so you don’t have to chase signatures.
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Life happens. Reschedule once at no charge with 60 days’ notice. Inside 60 days we credit your retainer toward any open date in the next 12 months, subject to availability.
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Yes—Hamptons, Philly, the Caribbean, even Europe. Travel within 60 miles is included; beyond that we quote airfare or mileage and hotel at cost, with no mark‑up.
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Every file lives in three places: on‑site RAID drives, encrypted cloud storage, and a second cloud vault in a different region. Your online gallery stays active for at least five years, with free re‑downloads anytime.
READY TO GET STARTED?
Book a free 15-minute discovery call with me and let’s discuss your magic day.
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