Blog: Behind the Lens

Your caterer feeds your guests for a few hours. Your photographer feeds your memories for decades. Here’s why your bar mitzvah photographer deserves just as much thought as the menu.

Should you take Bar and Bat Mitzvah portraits outdoors or indoors? A New Jersey Jewish photographer breaks down the pros, cons, and what to consider when planning your portraits.

Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes before a Bar Mitzvah begins? A New Jersey Jewish photographer shares the hilarious reality of photographing the setup — and why those perfect room shots are harder to get than they look.

As a New Jersey Bar Mitzvah photographer, I share my favorite simple trick for keeping young kids happy and cooperative during family portraits.

Planning a summer Bar Mitzvah in New Jersey? Here are a photographer's tips for looking your best on camera — even when the heat is on.

After photographing dozens of Bar Mitzvahs across New Jersey, here's what I've learned — and what every family should know before the big day.