rachel and zachary's b'nai mitzvah {fort lauderdale bar mitzvah photographer}

So much to say and so many images to post. Many of you know how dear Debbie's Dream Foundation is to me, as its founder, Debbie Zelman, is a good friend of mine. So, when Debbie asked me to photograph the B'Nai Mitzvah of her twins, Rachel and Zachary, I was touched and happy that I would be there to document such a special time for her and her family. I got to know Rachel and Zachary a lot better at their pre-shoot (will blog that later), and I can honestly say that they are just such good, sweet, fun kids. So, I was even more excited to photograph the upcoming event. Saturday came around and we met Debbie, Andy, Rachel, Zachary, and adorable Sarah at Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El before their service for the family formals. They were great, relaxed, and ready for the big day to begin. Then, Wayne and I went to Temple Solel to start photographing the party room, and OMG - it was stunning! It was like eye candy for a photographer - the colors, lights, and overall decor was just gorgeous. The party was a joy, a real celebration of Rachel and Zachary and also for Debbie and Andy and all they have been through over the last three years. Every guest (all 250+ of them!) looked thrilled to be there and celebrate with the Zelman-Gutman family. Rachel and Zachary and their friends danced the night away, played poker, wii, got tattoos, and enjoyed a yummy candy table, cotton candy, chocolate shakes, and more amazing desserts. And, seriously, the dessert table was out of this world - I couldn't help but post some images of it. I think the guests liked it too (; Also, thank you to Tracy from Tracy Larsen Photography for joining us to photograph the event - she was such a great addition for us. And with that, enjoy the Sneak Peek! And to Debbie, Andy, Rachel, Zachary and Sarah - we love you all x0x0