Here are some ideas for the more formal photos that may be taken on the mitzvah day. These are only ideas... they are not recommendations.
Different synagogues and rabbis have their own plans and ideas for when formal photographs may be taken. Be sure to check with your synagogue for their requirements.
I've found that planning ahead helps save time... and helps make sure you get the pictures you want. Of course, if there are any questions or other ideas just let me know. -- Joel

**HERE'S A HELPFUL HINT**
If you are having a candle lighting ceremony make sure you have the candles and some matches!

Before Reception During Cocktail Hour

		in front of ark
		with torah in front of ark
		reading torah at lectern
		holding kiddish cup
		reading from a prayer book
		outside portraits
Mitzvah Child With Others
		portrait with dad (inside / outside / both)
		portrait with mom (inside / outside / both)

		portrait with mom & dad (inside / outside / both)
		portrait with siblings (inside / outside / both)
		portrait with whole family (by ark / around torah / neutral background)
		portrait with dad & torah (by ark and/or at torah)
		portrait with mom & torah (by ark and/or at torah)
		portrait with grandparents (1 side / 2 sides) (by ark / around torah / neutral background)
		portrait with both sets of grandparents

		entire family portrait (ark / torah / out)
		portrait with specific other relatives/friends
		other:
		other:
Other Photos
		portrait of each sibling
		portrait of parents together
		portrait of parents singly

Before Reception During Cocktail Hour

Mitzvah Child

		portrait
		portrait with dad
		portrait with mom

		portrait with mom & dad
		portrait with siblings
		portrait with whole family

		portrait with grandparents (1 side / 2 sides)
		portrait with both sets of grandparents

		entire full family portrait
		portrait with specific other relatives/friends
		other:
		other:

During Reception

		mitzvah with mom or dad dance
		candle lighting shots
		table shots
		other:
		other:
		other:
		other:

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