Rachel is a sweet and charming young woman and it was my pleasure to photograph her at her Bat Mitzvah party this past weekend. (The party was held at the Alpine Country Club here in New Jersey.)

Mazel Tov, Rachel!

I recently had the privilege of photographing Abbey’s Bat Mitzvah. It was a real pleasure, because Abbey is one of the most delightful young women I’ve photographed.  Mazel Tov, Abbey!

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The following images are from Abbey’s Bat Mitvah party which was held at Nyack seaport, NY.
The candle-lighting …

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The hectic party …

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After the party, when the guests had left, I spent some time with Abbey taking a few more portraits.

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And finally, Abbey and her mom, Susan, spending a quiet moment together on the bank of the Hudson River.

When I met Liat’s parents, during consultation about photographing Liat’s Bat Mitzvah, they told me how a sweet and wonderful child they have … and they were right.  Liat was a pleasure to photograph at her Bat Mitzvah party - full of energy, and with a sparkling personality.

And it also helps that the party was a lively non-stop event.

Mazel Tov, Liat!