Being a professional social & portrait photographer, means having a busy schedule processing images and albums inbetween bookings. That’s why my personal work is so important. It shows a love of craft over money!
I like my personal work to be an extension of my commercial images. It is my outlet to take risks, and to explore styles without interference or worry.
A concept will strike, and inspire the need to actualize it, play with it and create something which is different from my regular work but which in turn could lead to more interesting paid commissions. So really, personal work is an investment in the future – or am I away with the fairies?
Avromi’s Barmitzvah
Tuesday February 23rd 2010
Barmitzvah Portrait
Tonight I dusted off my winter moth balls and photographed Avromi’s Barmitzvah at The Hendon Hall Hotel.
I discovered just what a gorgeous young man Avromi really is when he called over Reich the Caterer and thanked him for serving such delicious food to all of his guests.
A fun time was had by all with separate dining and dancing for the men & women.
I even wore a skirt, which for those who know me well is a rare event!
Wedding & Barmitzvah Invitations
Thursday February 11th 2010
Batmitzvah Invitation
A wedding or barmitzvah invitation will sit on the fridges of your guests for quite a while so put the effort into a great design. Off the shelf invitations are generally at the cheaper end of the market, while handmade invitations are next in line. Bespoke invitations are the most expensive but are the first glimpse that your guests will have of your wedding or barmitzvah style. Don’t forget that postage costs can add up quickly, so if you are sending out a lot of invitations (and reply cards) this should also be accounted for in your budget.
When looking for stationery try to consider the paper type, the style of printing, embellishments such as ribbon & bows and whether you want every invitation uniquely addressed to each of your guests
Wedding and barmitzvah invitations are not the only items of stationery that you will need.
• Save the date cards especially useful when the event is abroad.
• The invitation & envelopes
• RSVP cards
• Order of service
• Table plan
• Place cards
• Menus, toast & speech cards
• Thank you cards
Barmitzvah Invitation
If you are having a particular colour or theme for your function, this will really help you narrow down your choice of invitations. Or you could pick a photograph for your invitation that has special memories such as one taken by Hayley Lehmann at an engagement or studio portrait session.
Whatever you choose for your wedding invitation make sure that it is unique to you. And be sure to keep a copy for us to use in your album.
