Hi, I'm Heli!
An NYC-based Couples & Wedding Photographer
Thank you for taking the time to check out my work! I’m a documentary style wedding photographer capturing moments with love!
In 2024, I jumped into the deep end of the pool and took on photography as a full time job, but for me it never feels like ‘work’. It’s an absolute privilege to document these memories for you.
Why do I do what i do?
I believe that photography is more than a service—it's a way to convey the feelings that words cannot capture. Growing up, I loved flipping through all the photo albums my parents had. Seeing my parents getting married, my older sister growing up, and the silly chopped bangs I had at age 5.
I’m passionate about documenting these moments and soon-to-be memories. I lean on observation to freeze the details of the day, capture the emotions that were felt, and ultimately capture the story of the day rather than build the day myself. Of course, I'm there to help you with posing and all the times you're not quite sure what to do with your hands to get those framed photos your family will for sure be printing out. Capturing genuine moments in time that help tell the story of your day. This is why I do what I do, and also why I love what I do.
A few fun facts about me...
- I went to UC Berkeley and studied Cognitive Science & Data Science and thought I was going to be a product designer in tech... funny where we landed now
- I was a figure skater for almost 10 years and still love skating. If you're proposing on ice, I'm your gal!!
- I love sumo oranges
- Always looking for the best matcha - so far, it's Verse in Astoria <3