MICHEL NAFZIGER

Elle

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Vogue France

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Girbaud

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United Bank of Africa

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Guy Laroche

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Wells Fargo Bank

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American Vogue

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Samsung USA

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Vogue Italia

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YSL

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Elle 〰️ Vogue France 〰️ Girbaud 〰️ United Bank of Africa 〰️ Guy Laroche 〰️ Wells Fargo Bank 〰️ American Vogue 〰️ Samsung USA 〰️ Vogue Italia 〰️ YSL 〰️

With 3 decades of experience producing global campaigns and editorials world wide, I now also provide expertise to corporations and individuals looking for authentic, high-quality imagery.

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Group of eleven men in business suits posing for a professional photo against a plain gray background.
Kirsten Davis walking outdoors on a bright day, wearing a black jacket, black shirt, and black pants.
President Bill Clinton for le Parisien wearing a suit, tie, and collared shirt.
Young man in a dark suit, white shirt, and red tie smiling against a gray background.
A man in a navy blue suit with a white shirt and a patterned tie, standing indoors with glass walls in the background.
A smiling elderly man with blue eyes and gray hair wearing a blue button-up shirt against a white background.
A large group of diverse people in a start up company in casual and business casual attire gathered in an office space, posing for a group photo.
A man in a blue suit and red tie speaking at a podium during an event about empowering African entrepreneurs, with a man in a suit and a backdrop with logos of the Tony Elumelu Foundation and UNDP.
A large formal gathering at a banquet or gala in an elegant, well-lit hall with chandeliers. Attendees are seated at round tables, dressed in formal attire, engaging in conversations.
A woman with blonde hair sitting outdoors on a white couch with green foliage and white flowers in the background, wearing a black blazer with a gold brooch, white shirt, and gray pants, looking at the camera.
A young boy with curly hair lying on a white surface, smiling and laughing, wearing a white shirt and striped shorts, with arms raised and legs relaxed.
A family of five standing outdoors near a lake with trees in the background, smiling for a photo.
A smiling couple dressed in wedding attire, walking down a city street with brownstone buildings in the background. The woman is wearing a white lace wedding gown and holding a bouquet of flowers, while the man is wearing a checkered suit with a white shirt and dark tie.
A family of three with their dog in front of a bronze sculpture of bears and a dog, set in a park with green foliage.

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, assisting 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.

His Fashion website is available upon request.

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SEE WHAT CLIENT’S ARE SAYING

-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 easy! Just contact me through my website or by phone. We'll start with a quick consultation to understand your goals, then schedule your shoot, handle the creative planning, and deliver high-quality images optimized for your intended use.

  • My website offers a good overview of my work, and I’m always happy to explore my clients ideas and concepts. Collaboration is at the heart of what I do.

  • My quotes are transparent and tailored based on the shoot type, duration, location, and deliverables.

    I can customize packages for multiple days large group of employees or recurring needs and match competitive quotes.

  • To confirm a booking, I require a 50% deposit the remaining balance is due upon the shoot completion and before sending finals images.

    Payments can be made by Bank transfer, Venmo, Zelle or credit card. A 3.5% processing fee applies to card payments.

  • All digital files are delivered through a secure cloud folder by either We-Transfer or Dropbox.