Photographing Teachers College, Columbia University's Long-Term Employee Recognition 2026 / June 20, 2026 by Christian Hernandez

Every year, I travel to New York City to photograph Teachers College, Columbia University’s Long-Term Employee Recognition ceremony, and this year marked my fifth time capturing the event. The celebration honored faculty and staff who have dedicated anywhere from 10 to 40 years to the college, and I was grateful to once again cover the event on my own. Here is some of what I captured.

Teachers College, Columbia University's Staff Recognition Ceremony 2022 / February 10, 2023 by Christian Hernandez

I was asked to return to TC to photograph a ceremony in June that was halted by COVID-19 for two years - their Staff Recognition Ceremony. It was a 2-day celebration of faculty and staff who have been at the college for anywhere from 10 to 55+ years. I photographed this event on my own and was glad to be called in for this project. I had a great time covering the event. Here is some of what I captured.

Photographing Teachers College, Columbia University's New Student Orientation - 2019 / February 9, 2023 by Christian Hernandez

I attended Teachers College, Columbia University in New York City both as a full-time and part-time student from 2013-2017. During my time at the college, I worked as a Student Assistant for the Office of Student Affairs, where I did some photography and graphic design work. In September 2019, I was asked to photograph their new student orientation for a third year and here is some of what I captured.

Photographing Teachers College, Columbia University's New Student Orientation - 2018 / February 8, 2023 by Christian Hernandez

I attended Teachers College, Columbia University in New York City both as a full-time and part-time student from 2013-2017. During my time at the college, I worked as a Student Assistant for the Office of Student Affairs, where I did some photography and graphic design work. In September 2018, I was asked to photograph their new student orientation for a third year and here is some of what I captured.

Photographing Teachers College, Columbia University's New Student Orientation - 2016 / February 7, 2023 by Christian Hernandez

I attended Teachers College, Columbia University in New York City both as a full-time and part-time student from 2013-2017. During my time at the college, I worked as a Student Assistant for the Office of Student Affairs, where I did some photography and graphic design work. In September 2016, I was asked to photograph their new student orientation for a third year and here is some of what I captured.

NYC Photo Walk - 2019 / September 8, 2019 by Christian Hernandez

A collection of photographs I took while walking around New York City in September 2019.

NYC Family Maternity Shoot / July 4, 2019 by Christian Hernandez

In late April, a good friend asked me to photograph his upcoming June engagement in New York City. I happily obliged and we captured some great images (seen here). During that trip, I took some time to walk around the city once again, as well as share some time with old friends from the church community I attended when I lived in NYC.

Photographing a New York City Engagement / July 2, 2019 by Christian Hernandez

In late April, Cecil - a good friend from church - told me he was planning on proposing to his girlfriend Ally and asked if I would photograph his engagement in June in New York City. Without hesitation, I said a big YES!

8 Hours Walking Around New York City / September 7, 2018 by Christian Hernandez

A collection of photographs I took while walking around New York City for 8 hours in September 2018.

Photographing Teachers College, Columbia University's New Student Orientation / September 6, 2018 by Christian Hernandez

I attended Teachers College, Columbia University in New York City both as a full-time and part-time student from 2013-2017. During my time at the college, I worked as a Student Assistant for the Office of Student Affairs, where I did some photography and graphic design work. In September 2018, I was asked to photograph their new student orientation and here's some of what I captured.

PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS & TRICKS (PART I) / July 1, 2017 by Christian Hernandez

Through my years in photography, I've gained experience on how to shoot photos in many different scenarios. In this post, I'm sharing a bit of my process in hopes of helping you capture better photos and ultimately add to your toolbox for when you are behind the camera.