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New York photographer Max W. Orenstein began his professional photojournalism career while a freshman in high school, photographing for his local newspaper The Northampton Press.

Since then, he has photographed for major newspapers such as The Jersey Journal, The Morning Call and Newsday.

He currently works for AOL Music as a photo editor. To inquire about freelance assignments or weddings, please e-mail max@maxorenstein.com.