About Elke
Hi there! I’m Elke.
Let me tell you a bit about my story.
I've always loved being behind the camera, observing and capturing little details that make up the magical moments in life. I gravitate towards the use of colors, patterns, and natural lighting in my work. It’s those serendipitous moments that make for the best photographs.
Photography is a connector, enabling us to more deeply understand our dynamic world and multiple cultures. Growing up bicultural and bilingual in Spanish, photography has always served for me as a bridge that simultaneously celebrates the differences and acknowledges the similarities among us. The stories contained in each photo have the capacity to evoke an emotional response in everyone, regardless of which language we speak, where we come from, or how we spend our lives. This is one reason why I love photography: visual communication unites us, rather than divides us.
My 20+ years of photography experience spans portraits, headshots, family photos, fundraisers, sporting competitions, maternity, newborns, engagements, couples, musical theater, dance performances, and more. While studying Diplomacy and World Affairs at Occidental College, I was the yearbook’s Photography Lead. I then moved to Oxford, England, to pursue my MSc in Digital Media Production. Most recently, I spent 5 years photographing every school event, athletic competition, performance, and high profile parent fundraiser at Castilleja School. The kids fondly called me the “Camera Lady.” Due to privacy reasons, my portfolio and website do not include images from this time.
When my client happily has a set of photographs that reflect their best self, I know that my work is complete. Feel free to reach out with questions or inquiries. I look forward to delivering you memories of beautiful and magical moments.
I am based in NYC, but frequently visit the San Francisco Bay Area. Will happily travel!
Warmly,
ET (“The Camera Lady”)
