MICHEL NAFZIGER

"With over three decades creating international advertising campaigns and fashion editorials, I now bring that same editorial vision to executives, professionals, and brands seeking authentic, confident portraits."

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Team portrait of nine executives in formal business attire photographed in a New York photo studio.
Portrait of President Bill Clinton in Black and White
Kirsten Davis, wearing a black jacket and black pants, standing outdoors on a street with blurred buildings in the background, smiling at the camera for a magazine
Headshot man leaning forward on a wooden railing in front of a decorative window, indoors, wearing a white sweater over a dark collared shirt, smiling at the camera.
Professional headshot of a woman with shoulder-length brown hair, wearing a white dress in photo-studio
Portrait of Janet Langhart Cohen photographed in Washington
Large group of diverse young adults smiling for a team photo in a modern office space.
Corporate Headshot of a senior executive with gray hair wearing a bright blue dress shirt against a plain white background.
Outdoors headshot of a man in a navy blue suit standing in a modern building with glass walls.
Young woman with dark hair and piercing eyes wearing a black sheer top, sitting on a carpeted floor in a modern, well-lit living room with contemporary furniture and large windows.
Tony Eleumelu in a blue suit and red tie being interviewed by a female reporter with a camera, surrounded by other people at an event with a backdrop featuring logos of various organizations.
Corporate dinner party in a fancy New York club
Young boy sliding on a white surface, smiling and playing with his arms and legs spread out.
Fashion Advertising campaign on a white surface with a red, textured dress and red pants. The model has wavy blonde hair and is touching her hair with one hand. The bottom of the image has text reading "Guy Laroche Paris."

Your photographs are the first impression you make. Drawing from my international advertising & fashion experience. I will create authentic portraits that reveal confidence and personality.

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About Michel Nafziger

Michel Nafziger is a French-born photographer whose work spans fashion, beauty, advertising, and celebrity portraiture.

Originally from Brittany, Michel began his career in Paris as an assistant to renowned photographer George Tourdjman.

He later honed his craft at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, where he was awarded the Merit Award Scholarship.

Returning to Paris, Michel worked with French Vogue during a golden era of fashion photography, working photographers such, Helmut Newton, Guy Bourdin, Albert Watson, George Hurrell to name a few.

Over the years, Michel’s work has been featured in leading publications, including American Vogue, Italian Condé Nast, i-D Magazine, French Elle, Marie Claire and various international editions.

His visual style has shaped world wide advertising campaigns for brands like Yves Saint Laurent, Marithé & François Girbaud, Guy Laroche, and Hanro of Switzerland, Function of Beauty to name a few. His Fashion website is available upon request.

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See what clients are saying about their experience.

-Once in a while, you luck out and meet someone who clearly loves their profession and who truly cares about getting every detail JUST right. Michel is one of those rare people. He will patiently fix and re-fix that loose strand of your hair that stubbornly keeps falling into your face, tweak the lighting again and again until it falls on you just right, cheerfully take 100 pictures just to keep one, and calmly guide you so you feel at ease every step of the way. Add to that his responsive communication style and easy-going personality, and it’s no surprise he gets 5 star reviews from so many people who have worked with him. Highly recommend. A.H

-Michel is one of the best photographers I've worked with; and I've worked with many.  He made my photoshoot such a joyful and effortless experience. He's not only incredibly talented, but also deeply attentive to the small details - the subtle angles, tiny shifts in posture, or lighting that can completely transform a shot. What truly stood out is how much he cares. His priority isn't just getting through the session, but making sure you get photos you'll love. That kind of heart and precision is rare. He's shot celebrities, models, and global campaigns, and yet brings zero ego. Just calm confidence and mastery that puts you instantly at ease. After 20+ years of doing professional shoots, I can confidently say Michel is one of the best, if not the best, I've ever worked with. Thank you, Michel, for a fantastic session. I'm already looking forward to working with you again soon! C.L

-Michel Nafziger has revolutionized what it means to be a professional photographer in the digital age. After experiencing his work firsthand during my photoshoot, I can confidently say he’s among the most talented photographers I’ve ever encountered. In fact, his photos published in Elle or Vogue to Bill Clinton’s portraits are a testament to his skill and talent. V.M

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Booking is a seamless process. You may contact me via my website or text my phone number. We can set time for a brief conversation to ascertain your desired outcome, we will then schedule a shooting date. Additionally, I will oversee the creative planning.

  • My website provides an overview of my professional work. I collaborate closely with clients to translate their ideas and concepts into purposeful imagery for corporate teams companies of any size and individuals.

  • My quotes are transparent and customized based on the nature of the shoot, the number of individuals involved, the duration, and the location. I can tailor packages for multiple days, large groups of employees, or for a single individual seeking luxury branding, for instance. Please refer to my price lists for a comprehensive overview.

  • To confirm a booking, a 50% deposit is required. The remaining balance is due upon the completion of the shoot and before the delivery of final images. Payments can be made via Venmo, Zelle, PayPal, or credit card. A 3.5% processing fee applies to card payments. Digital files are delivered through a secure cloud folder via WeTransfer or Dropbox. Depending on the size of the project, delivery time is within 24 hours to 72 hours.

  • Yes, while I am based in New York, I can travel nationally and internationally for all assignments. I am bilingual in French and English and have traveled extensively in Europe and the United States.

  • With my background as a fashion editorial and advertising photographer, I specialize in creating high-quality, authentic images for individuals and companies of all sizes and projects. My fashion website is available upon request.