Two hands reaching towards each other against a blue sky with clouds, reminiscent of Michelangelo's 'The Creation of Adam' painting. medium format, 120 film.
A yellow-green butterfly silhouette with antennae.
Two women showing their wedding rings on their fingers over a bouquet of flowers, including roses and anemones. Central Park, NYC elopement. 35mm film photography.
Close-up of an illustration of a smiling mouth with pink lips and visible black teeth.

Burikitak | Documentary Wedding & Portrait Photographer | NYC, NJ & Destination

Emotional, film-inspired photography for weddings, elopements, and portraits at home and around the world. Inspired by analog film, wild flowers, and imperfect beauty, Burikitak captures not just how life looks… but how it feels. Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement in NYC, a portrait session at home in Brooklyn, a Hudson Valley whimsical wedding, or a destination wedding across the globe, I document your story with presence, tenderness, and truth.

Two women sitting on a bench outdoors, holding hands and touching each other's legs and arms. They are dressed in white and have tattoos and red string bracelets. Central Park, NYC elopement. 35mm film photography.
An open Pandora jewelry box with rings inside, surrounded by pink and white flowers on green grass, with a small glass bottle containing seashells nearby. 35mm film wedding photography.
Stylized yellow starburst graphic on black background
Black starburst shape with small lines on a pink circular background.

Every moment has a heartbeat — a glance, a touch, a burst of laughter. My work as a wedding & portrait photographer is about capturing that heartbeat so you can hold onto it forever. Through a blend of raw emotion and intentional artistry, I tell stories that are both timeless and deeply personal.

Group of women preparing for wedding, with one sitting and others getting ready, some using hair and makeup tools in a hotel room. 35mm film wedding photography in NJ.
A couple in wedding attire sharing a kiss outdoors near a lake, surrounded by trees and grass. 120 medium format film photography in NJ.
Two clinking champagne glasses with a dark background.

Stories I’ve Had The Honor to Tell

Every gallery is a glimpse into the way love feels… the laughter, the stillness, the in-betweens. From NYC rooftops to backyard weddings in New Jersey, from maternity sessions at home to destination celebrations across the world, these are stories told with presence and truth.

Closed red envelope with a black seal in the shape of an 'X'
Stylized yellow heart outline on a black background
A stylized pink seashell silhouette with black background.
  • women showing ring after a wedding ceremony, one wearing a white dress holding a bouquet of flowers, and the other with painted nails and jewelry. Micro-wedding photography in Brooklyn, NY

    Weddings

  • two woman sitting on a park bench, holding hands, with some tattoos visible, dressed in casual white or light-colored clothing, and wearing white sneakers, elopement in Central Park, NYC.

    Couples + Elopements

  • fashionable couple pose on a city street with multi-story brick buildings and parked cars in the background. The woman is pregnant, wearing a fur coat and jeans. Maternity 35mm film photography in Brooklyn, NY.

    Family + Maternity

  • A woman with dark hair styled backwards, wearing a white shirt, hugging her knees and looking at the camera against a plain white background. 120 film photography in studio. Brooklyn, NY

    Portraits + Lifestyle

  • A bouquet of flowers with pink, red, white, and yellow blooms arranged on a neutral surface with a small stack of plates in the background. Super 8 film in NJ, NYC, Brooklyn, PA

    Super 8 Video

  • A woman with light brown hair and dark lipstick, wearing a red lace scarf over her head, sitting in front of a graffiti-covered wall. Portrait photography on 35mm film in Brooklyn, NY

    Music + Artists

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A woman with long, curly auburn hair and fair skin sitting outdoors on a blanket during daytime, wearing a yellow and white gingham dress, with greenery in the background and a picnic basket nearby. engagement session.

Wedding, Elopement & Portrait Photography | NYC, NJ & Destination

Presence over performance. Images that feel like memory. Your story deserves to be documented in a way that reflects how it truly felt. From New York City rooftops to Caribbean beaches, from Hudson Valley barns to European elopements, I travel wherever your love takes you.

  • Full-day coverage for celebrations in NYC, New Jersey, the Hudson Valley, and destination weddings worldwide. I focus on candid moments, in-betweens, and the atmosphere of your day.

  • From intimate city hall vows to faraway escapes, elopements are photographed with the same care as the biggest weddings.

  • From engagement sessions to in-home portraits and maternity stories, these sessions are about capturing your life beyond the wedding day. Honest, tender, and personal… a reflection of the season you’re in.

  • Tangible keepsakes and creative layers for your story. From archival prints to handcrafted albums and nostalgic Super 8 films, these are designed to make your memories last beyond the digital.

A woman sits on a chair outdoors in front of a white fabric backdrop. She is wearing a blue and white checkered dress, and there are potted plants on either side of her. Trees and sunlight are visible behind the backdrop.

Storyteller with a camera

Storyteller with a camera

Hi, I’m Andrea — your storyteller behind Burikitak.

I believe photographs are more than images. They are proof of love, joy, resilience, and connection. From the laughter in between poses to the quiet moments no one else notices, I aim to capture the heartbeat of your story.

I’m a Latina, LGBTQ+ friendly portrait & wedding photographer based in NYC/NJ who also travels worldwide for couples who want their love stories documented in a way that feels true and alive. My approach is intuitive and human, grounded in observation, honesty, and care.

I create an environment where you can simply be, because that’s when the most honest beauty emerges. Every session is a collaboration between us. You bring your story. I bring presence and attention. Together, we make something timeless.

  • Andrea is truly a dream to work with!

    Besides being super talented and having a knack for capturing the energy of the moment, she genuinely is a wonderful person! She makes you feel calm and reminds you to focus on the importance of being in the moment. As a person who does not enjoy photos of myself, she made me feel relaxed and happy on my wedding day. My husband and I could not recommend her enough. We truly feel we gained a friend in this process and if and when we ever need photos again we will use her services without a second thought!

    - Vanessa F.

  • Incredible!!!

    She’s super professional and really made sure to make me feel beautiful on my special day! She was so patient with me and helped capture the best moments of our wedding. The photos came out sooooooo beautiful that they had me in tears just remembering all of those beautiful memories! Would highly recommend!!

    - M.B.

  • Absolutely perfect !

    Andrea was our first choice for a wedding photographer and we were so lucky that she was available to shoot our wedding. We were looking for a candid-style wedding photographer with a relaxed, artistic style that’s both modern and timeless, and Andrea’s vibe aligned exactly with what we were seeking. Her eye for detail is astounding, and beyond her technical expertise, she is an absolute joy to work with. Andrea is extremely organized, kind, and creative. We are in awe of how filled with love and light the photos are. The most candid, intimate moments, captured artfully. We will treasure these photos forever.

    - Jessica M.

  • She is the very BEST

    Andrea is a professional in everything that fits that word. Her charisma and determination to create a beautiful experience for us was unique. The quality of the work is unquestionable. We will always recommend her. Thank you so much for creating our best memories.

    - Ruben & P.

  • Intimate, personal, and heart-warming.

    If you’re looking for a photographer who feels like home, Andrea is it. Wherever the session takes place, she creates a safe, grounding space. From the moment we met, I knew she was a kindred spirit: sensitive, intuitive, an artist at heart. Her portraits are timeless, capturing the rawest, most honest emotions. I’ll always treasure the photographs we’ve made together, and I’d create with her again in a heartbeat.

    - Nicolle Jadad

  • Adaptive, Keen and Decisive

    Andrea has a knack for adapting to any situation that comes up at a photography event. The things I noticed most are a keen sense of what needs to be done and how it should be approached. This is a very collaborative team oriented person who will always be in the right place when you need them. Andrea is also very decisive and does not hesitate or over-complicate things. I found Andrea to be kind, open and polite to guests and our clients. I couldn't really ask for more than that. I especially appreciated Andrea's work with the TLR camera.

    - Meadowlark Stills

  • Best pictures we’ve ever had of our band!

    We are so happy with the pictures Andrea took of us on one wedding we worked together! Thanks to those pictures we got to book so many other weddings to play at. Sometimes photographers don’t pu to much attention to the musicians, understandably so, however it’s so helpful to all vendors at the wedding to be able to get a little footage to promote the work we do.

    - Ricardo Angarita

  • Creative direction that we desired!

    Andrea made sure to capture every moment on our special day! Including the digital photos, she even gave us special film captured photos! We requested video of the ceremony and consulted with us before hand to create a video to remember.

    - Pilar

Your story is worth preserving with honesty and care.