The Portrait Shoppe is a full service event & portrait photography studio
Because in life there are no second takes!
Thank you for visiting the Portrait Shoppe! We’ve been doing quality, award winning photography since 1980, and can’t wait to photograph your next event! Let us capture the memories of your next wedding, Bar Mitzvah, sweet sixteen, christening, birthday party, or other special occasion.
The Portrait Shoppe is a full service studio, and offers:
Party Video Recording and Editing
Sign in Boards & Books
Digital Posters For Decorations
Photo Party Favors
Commercial Photography
Airbrush Party Favors
And More!
It’s the party of a lifetime, and you want everything to be perfect, right down to the decorations. Let our staff create a theme graphic for your party that can be incorporated into posters, sign boards, books, grab bags, standees, centerpieces, and nearly limitless other items. Using the latest advances in digital photography, we can make anyone into anything, anywhere, any time. Be on the cover of your favorite magazine! Travel the world in a day! Star in a blockbuster movie! With the magic of digital photography and image manipulation, you can do it all, be it all.
Professional Broadcast Video Taping
If a picture is worth a thousand words, imagine the volumes contained in a video! Our unobtrusive crew will capture the tears of joy, sounds of laughter and the smiles of a lifetime, without missing a moment. Includes Candid Coverage, Professional Studio Editing, and formatted for Big Screens & DVD‘s.
Complete album packages for your event starting at $1980.00, with many options for all budgets. Call any time to arrange a relaxed viewing of our distinctive portfolio. We love what we do, but don’t believe these words. Believe your eyes! No obligation, no pressure!
Think beautiful and leave the rest to us. The Portrait Shoppe Photographers.
Contact Us
The Portrait Shoppe
55 West Old Country Road
Suite C
Hicksville, New York 11801
phone 516–938-3936
fax 516–433-6552
E-mail tpsfoto@aol.com
www.portrait-shoppe.com
Keywords: Weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, Video, Digital Graphics, Sweet 16s, Portraits, Model Portfolios, Headshots, Passport Photos
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Portrait Shoppe has been creating beautiful images and preserving special memories for over 30 years, but remaining fresh through education and evolving staff and practices
What is your primary product or service?
We provide photography and video for Weddings, Communions, Mitzvahs, all Corporate and Family events, Fine Portraiture, Products, Modeling, Business - Acting and Social Profile Headshots. We produce the best passport photos anywhere!
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
My first camera was a kodak hawkeye instamatic in 1965 and I have been taking photos ever since, from the bottom of the oceans to the top of volcanoes, and from maternity and new born to 85th birthdays. I studied photography at Florida Institute of Technology and continue to study with courses from the best photographers in the country and internationally.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We provide the highest levels of creativity and service at moderate prices, providing exceptional value for our customers. All work is either completed or overseen by the owner,award winning photographer Alex M Wolff. For albums, we include 1 hour initial design consultations and 30 minute enhancement reviews, ensuring your work is made to your style.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Our studio is on Old Country Road in Hicksville but we shoot on location all over Long Island and NYC, and meet with clients weekdays in NYC and on Long Island. Our portable studio lights enable us to bring exceptional results in your home, parks, or other locations, including destination weddings.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are 2 doors west of Broadway (rt 107) Hicksville, on Old Country Road. We have a huge parking lot so coming in is always hassle free. We are frequently on location so appointments (516 938 3936) are necessary.
What type of payments do you accept?
Checks are preferred but can accept credit cards and paypal.
Which areas do you service?
All of Long Island and NYC.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Alex M Wolff is the owner, operator, main photographer and album designer. Alex is an award winning photographer and mentor to other photographers in photography and photoshop.
What are your hours of operation?
We are flexible and meet with all clients by appointment.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
There are a few I love to hear - it was a pleasure to work with you and I will use you again and refer you to everyone I know. My other favorite is There were so many great photos it was hard to narrow down the selection.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Be the change you want to see in the world.