Family photographer in Staten Island, NY, serving NYC and NJ

I help you pause time, so you can relive your family’s story over and over.

“No one can stop time except a photographer.”

To the constant family photographer:

Your phone is full of photos of your family. You are the one who always takes the pictures. You tell your kids to smile. You fix your husband’s shirt.

Now scroll through the last year of your photos. How many are you in? A few selfies?

You deserve a beautiful, timeless record of YOUR life with your family.

I’m Tobias, a family photographer in Staten Island, and at West Shore Studio, my mission is to give you exactly that.

A little about me

Photography is how I held onto my own family’s story.

My father was always the one with a camera in his hands, and picking one up myself felt natural. Photography became how I held onto my own family’s story, and now I bring that same care to portraits, events, and business photography from Staten Island across NYC and New Jersey.

Tobias

Introductory offer

The 60-Minute Keepsake

Entry point for headshots and personal portraits.

1 hour

One look

5 edited images

Why clients choose West Shore Studio

Confidence

See your photos on a large screen right after each shot, so you always know exactly what you’re getting.

Freedom

Choose your setting, professional studio, outdoors, or a location of your choice.

Peace of mind

Careful attention to every detail, from planning your session through your final gallery.

What people say

“Your photographs are more than just pictures. They are pieces of art. The attention you pay to detail and color makes each photo come alive. They leave you absolutely awestruck.”

Donna

“Whether Toby is shooting a family gathering or a national monument, his photos show the spirit and essence of his subject. Always beautiful.”

Ann

“Toby’s photography is absolutely beautiful. He loves what he does, and he makes sure you’re happy. He puts a lot into his work, and his photos show it. Beautiful job, extremely happy!”

Maryann

“Tobias Cafiero’s photography is exceptional and professional. His photos show exquisite imagination and attention to detail in every photograph displayed.”

Olivia

“Tobias has a great eye and a genuine interest in working with people. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer for headshots, portraits, or other personal photography. "

Maya Barkai

“The photos are amazing, I love them. Keep up the good work.”

Katie

How it works

Step 1

Book your session

Step 2

We plan it together, coverage, styling, and approach matched to your goals

Step 3

Come to your session, and I’ll handle the rest

Step 4

Receive your polished, ready to share gallery

These years pass fast, and the photos you skip today are moments you won’t get back.

You won’t remember exactly how your daughter’s hair looked at six, or your son’s laugh at three, unless there’s a photo to bring it all back. Don’t let this be the season you wish you’d captured.

Let’s put you back in the picture.

Book your session

I reply to every inquiry personally, usually within one business day.

Book your session

I reply to every inquiry personally, usually within one business day.