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lexi’s bat mitzvah
Besides the fact that I had the hardest time wrapping my head around this whole day, it was totally wonderful! The reason? Ivy (lexi’s mom) is my oldest friend since we were 8 years old. We were at eachothers Bat Mitzvahs about 100 years ago, went to camp together for 6 years, a teen tour across america together, were roommates for a year in Long Beach, in eachothers wedding parties, had babies a year apart, all those milestones and memories. And her daughter getting Bat Mitzvah’d was almost too much to comprehend! But she did, and Ivy asked me to take photos which I was more than happy to do. Get comfy, it’s a lot of pictures!
The Bat Mitzvah girl herself. Didn’t she look lovely?
Just to clarify, Ivy & Jon have been divorced for a few years now but everyone really got along great on Lexi’s special day. 
Lexi’s theme was candy. 
Temple Avodah in Oceanside. They don’t allow photography during the ceremony so I came before to take a few photos and then met them at the party. 
Lexi’s step-family. I’m sure (if you are a blog stalker) that you’ll remember Ivy & Steve’s wedding. 
A quick shout out to Warehouse 5 in Barnum Island for an amazing venue and party! I highly recommend them for your next event.
Austin cutting up the dance floor. He was at it all afternoon and was an awesome dancer!
Both sets of grandparents during the candle lighting.
Work it, gurl!
Go Jonny Fas!
Had to jump in one with Ivy!
Hope you enjoyed all the photos as much as I enjoyed being there and taking them! -
alexis’s bat mitzvah
I had the best time photographing the lovely Alexis and her family on her special day. Loved the whole Broadway/Red carpet theme, the DJ (DJ Jeff Yahney) was awesome and kept the party totally hopping the whole afternoon. I think everyone there had a great time. Mazel Tov, Alexis! You are a doll!!
Nothing like a little lens flare to start the day. 
There are no pictures allowed in the Synagogue so I just grabbed a few quick ones before any of the guests arrived. 
The party was at Lawrence Country Club and was really fantastic.
A little of the candle lighting ceremony. 
Can you see the fake and fun Hasidic Jews in the background?
These ‘dance head’ videos were so much fun!
The kid in the pink hat was the life of the party and can dance like no one’s business! I’m totally hiring him for my next party!
Thanks for letting me capture your day, Alexis! -
jourdan’s bat mitzvah
I was so excited to photography my first bat mitzvah, and Jourdan’s day certainly didn’t disappoint! And let me say that there is no way that I was this poised and lovely at 13. Isn’t she awesome?!
A little review before the actual ceremony. 
The whole lovely family. 
A little love from both sets of grandparents. 
Grandma was honored in Jourdan’s speech and I think she was a little moved!
The wine is never as good as you think it’s going to be. 
Getting showered (or pummeled) with sweetness. 
Making the grand entrance to the party. 
Congratulations Jourdan! You did such a wonderful job and I know you had a great time at your party. Thanks for being easy for the pictures!!