Isaac’s Bar Mitzvah Rehearsal: April 6, 2025
It was such a pleasure to be back at the BAYT — it’s been quite a while since I photographed there. I think the last time may have been pre-Covid, which feels like a whole other lifetime. I met Isaac and his lovely family on a bright and breezy Toronto spring Sunday, you know, the kind of spring where the sun says “yes” but the wind still says “not so fast.” What was meant to be a quick little photo shoot and rehearsal turned into something much bigger (in the best way). Isaac was in fine form, we wandered around the synagogue, chatting and snapping photos as we went. Just easy and fun. Then his brothers joined in, slightly surprised by the whole “spring” temperature situation, but they powered through with style and good humour. The parents? Totally composed and on point, like seasoned photo pros. Eventually we headed back inside, where we were greeted by what felt like a small village, a big, beautiful extended family full of kids, parents, and lots of energy. Honestly, a photographer’s dream. The BAYT is a joy to shoot in when it’s quiet, it turns into this calm, naturally lit studio space. So the tricky part was already handled. Add in a bunch of lovely people having fun, and it all came together effortlessly. We finished up with a few shots in the sanctuary on the bimah, the perfect way to wrap things up. Isaac, you were awesome. Wishing you and your whole crew the best time this Saturday. Enjoy every moment of the bar mitzvah!
The Story of Isaac’s Bar Mitzvah Rehearsal: Selected Photos: HERE
All the Photos: HERE
•Clothing (Mitzvah): North Boys
•Shoes (Mitzvah): Amazon
•Clothing (Mitzvah): Orange Square
•Shoes (Mitzvah): Browns
•Invitations: Paperless Post
•Makeup: Facesbytess
•Hair: Shira Cohen
•Event Planner: Flo Dimant
•Photographer: Jonni Super
•Venue: BAYT
•Caterer: Ely’s
•Officiant: Rabbi Korobkin
