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.