Long Island Bar Mitzvah Photographer/Bar Mitzvah Photos

Posted on August 6, 2018August 5, 2018 by Irene Bello

Long Island Bar Mitzvah Photographer

I was super excited when an old friend contacted me to see if I was available to be her son Jonathan’s Long Island Bar Mitzvah Photographer. She was planning a very simple low key event with only close friends and family. Instead of having the services at a temple, she opted to have the services and luncheon all held at the Bonwit Inn in Commack, New York. Since everything was to be held at the restaurant, we met up prior the service to take some portraits and family formals. After that it was time for the service and then lunch was served.

It was a nice little event and the theme was Broadway since Jonathan is a huge enthusiast and loves the theatre and has seen many broadway and off broadway plays. Much to my surprise, he also loved being in front of the camera. He really enjoyed having his portraits taken. Right before his candle lighting we went around the restaurant to get some really cool dramatic photos. I found a small booth with a small window and the light was just exquisite.

Below you can find a mix of portraits, family formals and then the highlights of the day, including some photos of the service and the candle lighting as well as some detail shots from his Broadway theme.

Long Island Pre-Sweet 16 Photos

Posted on August 16, 2017April 20, 2020 by Irene Bello

Long Island Pre-Sweet 16 Photos

I am always excited to do a Long Island Pre-Sweet Photos session. Turning sixteen is such a special time in a young lady’s life that it deserves to be honored with not just a beautiful dress and Sweet 16 party, but with beautiful photos that she will have to cherish and remember this special occasion. And having a pre-sweet 16 photo session prior to the party has so many advantages.

Stephanie is absolutely beautiful, inside and out. So full of smiles, laughter and joy. I loved meeting her and her mom. We all got to know each other quite well while I was taking her photos and we talked all about the party. I learned that it was going to be a Disney theme. When I heard this, I felt like a kid again. You see, not only is Stephanie a huge Disney fan, but so am I. She wore a gorgeous pink gown and tiara. Just like a Disney princess. We started her pre-shoot by taking some photos in a pretty white and blue summer dress and then quickly moved on to the pink gown. We took some indoors and then went to one of my favorite parks and finished the shoot over there. Here is where Stephanie got to dance and twirl in her big gown. I was excited about the party, as was she and was happy to be the one that was going to capture the photos for what I knew was going to be an awesome party.

I really love doing these pre-Sweet 16 sessions, because they are such a beautiful season of life for these young girls. If your daughter is having her Sweet 16, I would love to document this time in her life with a session like this one. Contact me today if you are interested in having this special session, or if you are looking for a Sweet 16 photographer to capture the party.

Long Island Bat Mitzvah Photographer: The Sands Atlantic Beach

Posted on April 4, 2017April 20, 2020 by Irene Bello

Long Island Bat Mitzvah Photographer: The Sands Atlantic Beach

What a beautiful day it was for this Long Island Bat Mitzvah celebration at the Sands Atlantic Beach. I had the great opportunity of capturing Lauren’s bat mitzvah celebration and the Sands offered many great photo opportunities. I loved that we were able to take advantage and photograph some of Lauren’s portraits and family photos outside by the beach. I absolutely love the ocean blue doors by the white boardwalk out in back of The Sands. Even the inside provides for some great photo opportunities including a piano and staircase.

The family was so nice to work with, and Lauren, the Bat Mitzvah girl was one of the sweetest 13 year olds. I just loved her pretty coral pink dress. It really matched up perfectly with the beach theme! I had a great time capturing these portraits and all the special highlights of her birthday party. Congratulations again, Lauren! It was great being part of your special day.

If you would like to speak to me about your daughter or son’s bar or bat mitzvah or any other special event please contact me here. I look forward to hearing from you!

Taylor’s Sweet 16, Long Island Event Photography

Posted on May 31, 2016April 21, 2020 by Irene Bello

Taylor’s Sweet 16 Long Island Event Photography

Taylor’s Sweet 16 Long Island Event Photography. I recently posted Taylor’s Sweet 16 pre-event glamour photos. Because Taylor’s party start time was when it was already dark, I explained to her family that we would have to meet three hours early on the day of the event in order to get the photos taken in the park that they wanted. After explaining all the benefits of having a pre-event Sweet 16 photo session, Taylor’s Mom agreed. We still planned to take some formal portraits of Taylor and her family on the day of the event. Taylor arrived an hour early with her family and court in order to get these portraits taken in and outside Jericho Terrace. It was a lovely night and Taylor had no problems going outside to get some cool night shots which I absolutely love taking. She absolutely loved taking these night shots. And Jericho Terrace certainly provided a beautiful backdrop for them. Afterwards, we went back inside and we took some photos with her court and her family. A select few of those are listed below. It was then time for the party to start and boy did this family know how to throw a good party. All the kids had a blast and it was super fun capturing this event and being part of Taylor’s memorable day.

Special dances with both her dad and grandpa. Just look at her glowing!

It’s Party Time!!!!

Sixteen Candles…..

Long Island NY Sweet 16 Photographer/Stuart Thomas Manor

Posted on October 29, 2013April 11, 2015 by Irene Bello

Long Island, NY Sweet 16 Photography/Stuart Thomas Manor

Last month Jeni contacted me to come out and take some portraits of her, her lovely family and her best friends at her Sweet 16 party held at the Stuart Thomas Manor in East Farmingdale in Long Island NY. She looked absolutely beautiful in her red gown and she even rocked out some glitzy red Converse shoes that she blinged out specially for the occasion. Here are a few favorite pics from her special event.