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This was my first time working with David for acting headshots, and I couldn’t be happier! After searching all over, I found most photographers overpriced with limited options. David offered unlimited outfit changes, plenty of time, and an amazing price. He made the experience comfortable and fun—I’ll definitely be using David Genik from now on!
Reply from David Genik
2025.11.12
Thank you so much! Really glad your first headshot experience was a positive one. Making sure actors have the time and flexibility they need to get a variety of looks is important - headshots are such a crucial tool for your career. It was great working with you, and I'm here whenever you need updated shots. Best of luck with the auditions!
I took some headshots with David on 11/05/25.
He was a very friendly and personable guy, and he took me around different parts of Soho and overall did an awesome job taking photos of me in those areas with different lightings and backgrounds, all for the cheap price of only $250.
So glad I found this guy. I will definitely call him up again the next time I need to take another round of headshots.
Reply from David Genik
2025.11.12
Thank you so much! It was great walking around Soho with you and finding those different spots. Really glad you're happy with how the headshots turned out. Definitely reach out whenever you need updated ones - I'm here!
Really great studio. David has an ease and a nonchalance that will capture some very real moments for headshots. And his speeches that are transcribed before heading into the session are worth their weight in gold.
Reply from David Genik
2025.11.12
Thank you! I'm really glad the pre-shoot conversation was helpful - setting the right mindset before we even start shooting makes such a difference in how the photos turn out. Appreciate you taking the time to share this!
David was awesome. Great knowledge of lighting and framing. Took advantage of the environment and the natural light without needing flash.
Spent lots of time and shot hundreds of photos! I would definitely recommend David! Hi quality!
Reply from David Genik
2025.11.12
Thank you! Really appreciate that. I love working with natural light when the environment allows for it - it creates such a natural, authentic feel. Glad you're happy with how everything turned out and that we got plenty of great options to choose from!
David really knows what he is doing, I wouldn’t hesitate to get my headshots taken with him again. He knows how to get the shots and makes it fun too :)
Reply from David Genik
2025.11.12
Thanks so much! Really glad you had a good time and that the headshots turned out well. It was great working with you - definitely reach out whenever you need updated shots!
David is my go to for any photoshoot, headshots, editorial, etc. He can do it all and at a high level, he's equipped with all the latest gadgets and has his own studio. Lastly, he's also super accommodating and provides very reasonable prices.
Reply from David Genik
2025.11.12
Thank you! Really appreciate the continued trust and support. It's always great working with you, and I'm glad the studio setup and flexibility work well for your needs. Looking forward to the next shoot!
David is amazing! He’s a super funny photographer who was extremely helpful throughout the session. He gave great advice about the models and comp cards as well. There was no rushing or pressure at all. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants beautiful photos for any occasion!
Reply from David Genik
2025.11.12
Thank you so much! I'm really glad the session felt relaxed and that the advice on models and comp cards was helpful. It's important to me that people feel comfortable and have the time they need to get great shots. Really appreciate the recommendation!
A very positive experience. David wants you to come away with exactly the photo you want, and he'll take pics of you in a lot of different poses and lighting and backgrounds and then he has you evaluate them on the laptop to create your ideal composition and you can switch outfits, adjust makeup, hair, etc. all along so that in the end you have hundreds of pics to choose from and literally dozens of really solid candidates from which to then select your finalists for retouching to reach your ideal headshot. He's not in a hurry, and he has the technical skills to bring your vision to life.
Reply from David Genik
2025.11.12
Thank you so much! I really believe headshots should be a collaborative process - it's your image, so you should have input every step of the way. Really glad the approach worked for you and that you walked away with exactly what you needed. Appreciate you taking the time to share this!
My husband is an actor, who keeps going back to David for his headshots. Always very pleased with the results, very reasonable pricing and just an overall great guy! Will probably always return :)
Reply from David Genik
2025.10.04
Thank you so much! It's always great working with your husband - I really appreciate the continued trust. Looking forward to the next session!
I’m not naturally comfortable in front of a camera and usually feel pretty unphotogenic, but working with David was a completely different experience. He explained how to pose, taught me about lighting, and kept the session casual and fun with stories that made it easy to relax and smile. In the moment it felt effortless, almost unstructured, but once we were finished it was clear he had guided me through nearly a dozen different styles and setups. I ended up with more great photos to choose from than I could ever use. Highly recommend!
Reply from David Genik
2025.10.02
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure working with you. Making people feel comfortable is such an important part of portrait photography - I'm really glad the relaxed approach worked and that you walked away with photos you love. Those candid moments when you're actually enjoying yourself always translate into the best shots. Really appreciate you taking the time to share this, and hope to work with you again down the road!
I had my first professional photoshoot and,with David, it was amazing.He is really talented, professional, gave me so many helpful tips. The vibes were so chill and the photos turned out even better than I imagined. Really happy with the shoot and photos!!
Reply from David Genik
2025.10.02
Thanks so much! I'm really glad your first professional shoot was a positive experience. It's always rewarding when someone walks away excited about their photos. Appreciate you trusting me with your headshots - hope they serve you well!
One of the realest people and photographers you’ll ever come across. Works with what you got, and still makes it look better than what you think. Highly recommend.
Reply from David Genik
2025.10.02
Really appreciate that! I always try to work with people authentically and bring out what's already there. Thanks for the kind words and for trusting me with your headshots!
I highly recommend David Genik! I celebrated my Birthday in NYC and hired David to photograph my birthday portraits in his studio. He was patient, professional, and produced high quality images!
Reply from David Genik
2025.10.02
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure being part of your birthday celebration. I'm really glad the portraits turned out well and that you had a great experience in the studio. Hope you had an amazing time in NYC!