menuclose

New Jersey Outer Banks Portrait Photographers & Real Portraits

New Jersey Outer Banks  Portrait Photographers & Real Portraits 

So earlier today I was stopped by this portrait of my son when he was two years old………that was twenty years ago. It is a 5×7 that is displayed in our family room and I see it every day, but today I just stopped and stared at it for a while, then I wondered how many people have a real portrait of their child, and not just a whole bunch of pictures on their phone. And not a cheesy portrait taken by someone that they know who has a good camera, but a real, honest to goodness portrait that stands the test of time. One that is displayed properly to enjoy just about every day, and not just a bunch of digital files on your computer that you never look at, digital files that you are going to lose anyway when you accidentaly delete them or when your computer crashes, then what?

Do you have one? One created by a real portrait photographer, and if not why? It really doesn’t even cost that much, not much different than a dinner at a great restaurant, and you’ll have the portrait forever, and enjoy it every day. When you leave the restaurant it’s over.

web-chris

The good news is that it’s never too late to get started having real portraits made

of your children and family.

Because the portrait that you commission with me today is the one that you will be enjoying in your home in twenty years.

outer banks photographers

Let’s face it, photographers are a dime a dozen these days.  Just because someone has an “expensive” camera does not make them a photographer.  I hear from clients all the time that they let a neighbor, acquaintance or “mom’s friend” do their portraits and things went horribly.  Then they came to me.

It takes a lot more than a new camera and a “little” experience taking photos of family members and neighbors to create great photos.  Save yourself the headache and disappointment by allowing me to create your custom portrait session and images that you will be thrilled with.

web Orsillo 2014-1766

Feel free to contact me anytime when you are ready to get started with your portrait, or if you would just like to chat about the process. You can reach me 24/7  by calling 800.646.5812 or by filling out the form below and clicking submit.

Outer Banks Photographer

I know it sounds weird, but I am always seeing light and lines. Always seeing pictures in everyday life. If you would like to see some of my other work, please visit my Instagram page and follow me, or check out iPhone Photo du jour, a fun little site that i started a few years ago.

web sunset3015

And on another note, I’ve been getting in a lot of miles recently. Yesterday I passed the 500 mile mark for the year, and the running streak has hit 2,915 days!

web run 3-15

More snow that I expected on the trails yesterday in Stephens State Park and today in the Deer Path section of Allamuchy State Park, both in New Jersey. Hope there is not any snow on my run on the beach in Corolla this Tuesday :-)

web-bruce3-15

Well, that’s it for now from this runnin’ Outer Banks and New Jersey photographer, see you next time.

peace

Check out my Instagram photos

(and be sure to click follow, thanks!)

Lots of images of large, medium and small family groups on and off the beach in New Jersey and Corolla and Duck and the entire Outer Banks of North Carolina. There are also many images of sunrises, sunsets and surfing photos in the Outer Banks, along with a mix of dog and pet photography, business portraits and headshots from sessions in New York City and all over New Jersey. Lots of fun photos from my journey.

One portrait on the wall
beats a hundred on a hard drive.
When families are all together, it’s worth preserving. Because sometimes “we’ll do it later” quietly becomes never.
If you’d like to plan a family or large family beach portrait in Corolla or anywhere in the Outer Banks, you can call or text me anytime at 908-313-6995 ☮️❤️😀
Like a setting sun, hard to believe January’s almost in the rearview mirror.
The sun’s a little higher, the miles feel a little easier, and the ski wax will soon be giving way to sand between the toes. 🏃‍♂️⛷️🌊

And in a few days, that old groundhog will have his say. ☮️❤️😀 #keepmovingforward #keepdreaming #liveyourdash #obxsunset #corolladise
the sun is the same in a relative way
but you’re older
☮️❤️😀 #keepmovingforward #liveyourdash #obxsunrise #corolladise
hmmmmm these boot thingies they want me to wear are sure gonna take some gettin’ used to ☮️❤️😆🐾❄️ #duncan-the-jackrat #jackratterrier #jackrat
And when I come home cold and tired
It’s good to warm my bones beside the fire ☮️😆❤️🔥 #shovelingsnow #xcskiing
Good day out there at blue today, can’t wait for Monday! ☮️❤️😀🎿⛷️#mountaintherapy
And you run and you run to catch up with the sun but it’s sinking ☮️❤️😀 #obxsunset #enjoyeverysandwich
nice little snowy walk down to the river w/ @javapatti and @duncan_the_jackrat just now ❤️☮️😀🐾❄️ #timeforanap
yup! ☮️❤️😀 #obxsunrise #corolladise #nothinglefttodobutsmilesmilesmile
Blue w/skip ☮️❤️😀⛷️ #liveyourdash #doepicshit #itsbettertoburnoutthanitistorust
it’s just another scrumptious day in #corolladise ☮️❤️😀 #grateful  #bekind #liveyourdash #obxsunrise
@duncan_the_jackrat digs the beach at sunrise ☮️❤️😀🐾 #corolladise #corollasunrise #obxsunrise
miles away from ordinary ☮️❤️😀 #corolladise #forgetthatblindambition
Her first run of the season and Skip’s still got it, even after missing all of last season - good day at Blue Mountain today. ☮️❤️😀⛷️🎿 #useitorloseit #keepmovingforward
happy Wednesday☮️❤️😀#keepmovingforward
Good morning, hope ya’ll have a great day!☮️❤️😀 #keepmovingforward
treadmill today ❤️☮️🏃#keepmovingfoward
happiness is a dog cozying in on your lap on a chilly winter morn, wmvy on the radio and your wife/other whipping up a super healthy smoothie, and then sitting and sharing it with them ☮️❤️😀🐾 #howdidigetsolucky #grateful #rockon #keepmovingforward
really, you’re making me do this? Merry Christmas!🎄🐾🎅
enjoy every sandwich ☮️❤️😀 #corolladise #OBXsunrise
New ROC Gear Just Landed!
Freedom never looked this good. The newest version of Official Republic of Corolla tees are here — a navy long sleeve for cool nights and a super-soft white short sleeve for sunny days.
Each one features the ROC oval logo up front and the Official Seal of the Republic of Corolla on the back — because independence deserves good style.

👉https://republic-of-corolla.printful.me  or click the link in the bio

ORDER BY DECEMBER 10 FOR HOLIDAY DELIVERY!
#RepublicOfCorolla #ROCgear #OBXLife #CorollaNC #BeachRepublic #OuterBanksStyle
Another perfect morning in Corolla — where the pathways lead to quiet moments, the ocean lights up like fire, and the day begins exactly the way it should. No traffic. No stress. Just salt air, sunrise magic, and that unmistakable Corolla calm. ☮️❤️😀 #republicofcorolla #roc
The New Official Seal of the Republic of Corolla
The Seal of the Republic of Corolla is a masterpiece of coastal symbolism, steeped in salt air, sunburn, and just the right amount of rebellion.
At its center rises the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, standing tall as the Republic’s eternal beacon—guiding confused locals, lost tourists, wayward pelicans, and the occasional rogue paddleboarder safely home. It represents vigilance, hospitality, and our shared commitment to never climbing all those stairs again.
To the side, a surfer carries his board overhead, symbolizing the tireless pursuit of the perfect wave (and the willingness to look heroic doing it). His stance reflects the Republic’s national motto: “Stay Upright and Carry On.”
The wild horse gallops freely across the sands, a proud descendant of Spanish explorers—or maybe just the world’s most photogenic beach bum. Either way, it reminds us that true freedom requires no fence, no shoes, and definitely no schedule.
Behind it all shines the sun, its radiant rays blessing the land with golden light and the occasional sunburn. The ocean waves beneath complete the circle—constant, powerful, and occasionally in your cooler.
Encircling it all, the proud declaration:“Republic of Corolla – est. 2009” —a timeless reminder that greatness can indeed be founded on a summer evening, a stretch of sand, and a really good idea.
https://blorenz.com/republic-of-corolla/
It’s a 3 dog kinda morning ☮️❤️😝🐾 #dogsitting
got me one of those crazy ones @javapatti ☮️❤️🤪 #crazygrandma
“good planets are hard to find” s forbert ☮️❤️😀🌎
poor little guy has what the vet thinks is an allergic reaction to the fall season/leaves in his right paw, hopefully this will stop the licking ☮️❤️🐾 #duncanthejack #helookssosad
happy November One, what a beautiful day to be in the woods in NW NJ ☮️❤️😀🏃‍♂️#keepmovingforward
Lorenz Fine Photography

call me anytime 800-646-5812

corolla nc hackettstown nj and everywhere in between!