New York City Photographer & Videographer
For couples who’d rather feel seen than directed.
I’m Athina — New York photographer and filmmaker drawn to what’s real, imperfect, and deeply felt.
People ask me how long I’ve been doing photography and it’s always a hard question to answer. As a child I always had a camera in hand. When I was 10, I began crafting stop-motion videos using LEGO bricks, followed by filming family travels at 14, and vlogging on my YouTube channel at 17. I quickly became the family and friends photographer: shooting anything and anyone I could.
These early experiences ignited a passion, and I realized that capturing these moments was more than just a hobby – it was my life's purpose. Through my own lens, I captured special moments, as it became my way of connecting with the world and conveying emotions where words often fall short.
3x Marathoner, 9x Half-Marathoner, Full-Time Storyteller.
Rooted in New York. Inspired Everywhere.
Photography isn’t the first place I found movement — running was.
I’ve been lacing up for over a decade, ever since my high school track days. Since then, I’ve run NYC and Chicago, coached at my alma mater, and logged countless sunrise miles between wedding weekends.
For me, running and storytelling feel the same: it’s about rhythm, endurance, and being present for every step. Travel carries that same heartbeat. From solo backpacking trips across Europe to van-lifing through Utah’s national parks, I’ve always found inspiration in new landscapes — the way light shifts through cities, mountains, and quiet coastlines.
Even when I’m off the clock, my camera’s never far; documenting is how I connect with the world.
At the core of it all, I believe in creating a life you love — one full of motion, meaning, and stories worth remembering.
That’s what I bring to every wedding, session, and film I create.
So when you invite me into your story, you’re not just getting a photographer — you’re getting someone who knows how to find rhythm in every season of life.
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My Approach
Connection First, Always
I believe the best photos and films come from trust — not direction.
Before I ever pick up the camera, I want to know you — your people, your story, what makes you snort-laugh until you can’t breathe.
When we work together, expect conversation, collaboration, and clear communication from day one.
I’ll guide you when you need direction and step back when the moment speaks for itself.
Whether I’m fixing your veil, hyping up your partner, or blending into the crowd on the dance floor, my job is to help you feel fully present — because that’s when the real candid moment happens.
What Matters Most
My work is built on three things: presence, honesty, and intention.
No matter where your story unfolds — a rooftop in Manhattan, a beach in Santorini, or a quiet backyard at home — I aim to create art that feels alive.
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Intention — to craft images and films that still move you ten years from now.
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Honesty — to tell your story without filters or performative perfection.
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Presence — to notice the moments others might miss.
My Team
Every story deserves complete attention, which is why I work with a trusted circle of second shooters and videographers who share my calm, intuitive approach.
Together, we capture the full scope of your day without ever interrupting it.
“Working with Athina and her team was such a pleasure. She’s super responsive and helped make our planning process feel more FUN than stressful. She’s the BEST!”
“We could immediately tell that she just *gets it* - her videography style matched our preferences perfectly.”
- Haylie
