Bar/Bat Mitzvah Photos Checklist

Compliments of Joel Perlish Photography -- 610-789-POSE(7673)

 "Anything You Can Picture!"

 

Joel Perlish Photography - 610-789-POSE(7673)

     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 Ceremony at Synagogue

Mitzvah Child

 

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: