Ryan’s Bar Mitzvah Rehearsal: April 4, 2024 It’s been quite a while since the beginning of this adventure in April and the end of this adventure in October but we are finally done. What started out as Ryan’s bar mitzvah rehearsal at Beth Tzedec a few days before his bar mitzvah, has ended with a beautiful family photo shoot in Cedarvale Park. We are done. Our bar mitzvah rehearsal was a hit, Ryan was fantastic reading from the Torah, just enjoying his moment in the spotlight. Once all the mitzvah balagan was over, we settled into a walk through Cedarville just as the fall leaves were coming into colour. Great time guys, mazel tov.   The Story of Ryan’s Bar Mitzvah: Selected Photos: HERE All the Photos: HERE
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Lexi’s Bat Mitzvah Week: October 26, 2024 Day 1: And so began my four-day escapade with Lexi and her wonderful family. Our adventure kicked off with a photography rehearsal at Holy Blossom. Toronto in the fall—what a showoff! The sunshine was extra generous, and the trees were throwing a full-on colour party. Everything went off without a hitch: Lexi nailed it, the family brought their A-game, and we wrapped up perfectly prepped for day two. Day 2: Enter Cedarvale Park, stage left. This place wasn’t just beautiful; it was showing off. Fire-engine-red trees stood like nature’s paparazzi backdrop, and we were the stars of the show. We twirled through sunbeams, dodged joggers, and exchanged pleasantries with curious passersby—all under the watchful gaze of my trusty partner, Stevie the GoldenD. Stars all around. Bring on day three! Day 3: Today’s vibe? Post-ceremony cool-down. We hit up Holy Blossom again for a celebratory lunch after Lexi crushed her bat mitzvah service. The pressure was off, and the mingling was on. Schmoozing, munching, and basking in the afterglow of success—we’d officially hit the halfway mark, and spirits were still flying high. Day 4: Cue the grand finale: a kids’ party at The Factory! […]
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Bella’s Bat Mitzvah Party: January 28, 2024 My third time around with this family could not have been more special. We have grown accustomed to seeing each other in celebration, either in a synagogue, or at a home, but this is the first time we’ve come together at a fantastic kids party. Uncommon for this bat mitzvah, the party came first while Bella will be called to the Torah in June. But that was OK for everyone in attendance, no one was unhappy to be letting loose with some celebratin’ this Sunday evening in January. Slinky from the Magen Boys was on deck to raise the roof on the Factory Lounge, where this party was taking place. It was just a fun night. Bella looked stunning, and there was no time wasted to get this crowd on their feet. Mazal Tov guys, looking forward to wrapping this up in the summer, it will take a while to recover from this evening anyway.   The Story of Bella’s Bat Mitzvah Party: Selected Photos HERE All the Photos: HERE  
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Judah’s Bar Mitzvah: January 20, 2024 It’s always special for me when I have a connection to my clients, and double special when the event is the first one of the year.   I am back from New Year’s vacation feeling invigorated and excited. Judah’s dad and I share an affinity for the bicycle, and have spent many a kilometres in the saddle chatting about this and that, and now this and that has come to pass, and it was a smashing success.  We started off with a rehearsal at Beth Sholom for the family.  Some reading from the Torah, some family fun, but mostly we were waiting for the Saturday night. So fast forward a few days, and I met up with the family at Duke’s Refresher on Front Street for what was going to be a crazy ‘jersey‘ party like none other. This is a location I have not yet been to so that adds to the excitement. Judah was great, we walked around to get acquainted with the place, took some chilled out photos before inviting his sisters and finally parents to join in. Then everything just went crazy as both sides of the family showed up and […]
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Jolie’s Bat Mitzvah Rehearsal: December 3, 2020 I met Jolie’s family at Temple Sinai for a bat mitzvah rehearsal photo-shoot. Quite a chilly day, I might add, but we managed ourselves nonetheless. Jolie and I got some photos outside before darkness fell, and then headed into the chapel for some Torah photos.  Once that was done, we wrapped things up in the foyer of Temple Sinai with some family photography. Guys, a fun way to spend the afternoon, Mazel tov!!.   The Story of Jolie’s Mitzvah Rehearsal: Selected Photos HERE All the Photos: HERE   Tallit: Women of the Wall Custom Kippahs: Israeli source Rabbi: Michael Dolgin, and the amazing clergy team at Temple Sinai Invitations: Ladybug Designs Photography: Jonni Super Location: Our dining room, celebrated on zoom during lockdown in April Lunch: Cafe Landwer takeaway for 4 Drive by: included family and friends Balloon lawn sculpture: TWSS Balloons Hair and makeup: Mom Dress (Mitzvah): Marla’s Fashions Shoes: Adidas superstar slip ons Mom: Carolina Herrera Dad: Hugo Boss Bro: JCrew
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Shalva 2019

by Jonni Super· December 12, 2019· in Events, People· 0 comments
Shalva 2019 Another fantastic night with Shalva and the Shalva Band at Shaarei Shomayim Synagogue.   All photos HERE
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Matthew’s Bar Mitzvah: October 26, 2019 Photographed by: Ben Matthew’s Bar Mitzvah was at the Avenue Banquet Hall on a crisp Saturday night.  We were still able to head outside for some amazing red fauna photos in the parking lot.  This family is wonderful, relaxed and ready for a great time. Bounce Entertainment was on hand to offer up the tunes and MC the event. Tiffany put her amazing spin on the evening, and K-man / breakdancer extraordinaire was on hand to show the crowd what real dancing is all about.  We partied long and hard, and finally it was done. No more kids, no more mitzvah’s.  Mazel Tov, guys.   The Story of Matthew’s Bar Mitzvah: Selected Photos HERE All the Photos: HERE   •Cake: Smash cake…Chocolate Charm •Decor: Centrepieces and dance floor balloons…Jacqui Cohen of TWSS Balloons •DJ Entertainment: Bounce entertainment with Tiffany as the MC •Photographer: Ben Gaum – Jonni Super Photography •Venue: The Avenue Banquet Hall •Cantor: Moshe Saadon
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Nathan’s Bar Mitzvah Rehearsal: October 25, 2019 I was back at Chabad Flamingo to photograph Nathan’s bar mitzvah rehearsal and family.  This synagogue offers some nice outdoor photography options, especially when the trees start to change their colour in October/November.  Nathan braved the cold, and we headed outside.  Sibs and parents followed until we were done, and then headed back inside to photograph with the torah and a whole lot of extended family.  All in all, a fun rehearsal photoshoot.  Mazel Tov, guys!!   The Story of Nathan’s Bar Mitzvah Rehearsal: Selected Photos HERE All the Photos: HERE   •Clothing (Mitzvah): Crawford Boys •Shoes (Mitzvah): North Boys •Clothing (Mom): Saks •Clothing (Dad): Harry Rosen •Decor: S & H Design •Photographer: Jonni Super •Venue: Chabbad Flamingo •Caterer: Menchens •Rabbi: Mendel Kaplan
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Jen’s Family Photoshoot Just another day in Cedarvale with a lovely family. Can’t beat October in the park, now can you?   The Story of the Day: Selected Photos HERE All the Photos: HERE
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Leah’s Mitzvah Night Out: October 5, 2019 This was a wonderful romp around Yorkville, from rooms in the Hazelton Hotel, to the theatre in the hotel, to the foyer, and then outside on the street.  Just a fun time for all.   The Story of Leah’s Night Out: Selected Photos HERE All the Photos: HERE
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Eli & Evan’s B’nei Mitzvah: September 27th, 2019 Photographed by Jonni & Justine Eli and Evan had a rehearsal and family photoshoot with me on Wednesday and a pre-Friday night ceremony friends and family shoot with Justine.  We started at the Chabad of Midtown synagogue on St. Claire before heading to the bridge over the Cedarvale Ravine, just an amazing space to photograph a family.  These kids were great, just having fun before the sun went down.  The Friday pre-ceremony friends and family photoshoot was just that, friends and family, with Justine handling duties.  Mazel Tov, guys.   The Story of Eli & Evan B’nei Mitzvah: Selected Photos HERE All the Photos: HERE   •Clothing (Bar Mitzvah): Crawford boys •Clothing (Bat Mitzvah): Avenue Girls & Zara •Clothing (Sister Mitzvah): Dress hand me down c/o Lisa and Quinn Covens high top shoes from H&M •Shoes (Bat Mitzvah): Van’s •Clothing (Mom): Winners & Nordstrom •Clothing (Dad): Tom’s Place •Decor: Dvora Deitsch •Invitations: Paperless Post •Makeup: Taline Hanceroglu •Hair: Patricia Monecinos from A La Moda •Event Planner: Dvora Deitsch and Lili Senman •Photographer: Jonni Super & Justine Apple •Venue: Chabad of Midtown  •Rabbi: Nechemia Deitsch
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Jonah & Aviva’s B’nei Mitzvah: September 21, 2019 This was one fabulous party that took place at the Warehouse in North York on a spectacular Saturday evening. Jonah and Aviva were up for some fun, as was the rest of the family, as was Jordan from the Magen Boys, …and fun is what we had. We started outside with some family photos, until we gathered the big family for some group pix. Once that was complete, we were off to the races, and so the party began. Schmoozing and snacking on delectables was par for the course, while the hora and speeches started things off. MC Jordan held down court while both Jonah and Aviva worked the crowd. Just a fun night at the beginning of this mitzvah season. Mazel Tov, guys!   The Story of Jonah & Aviva’s B’nei Mitzvah: Selected Photos HERE All the Photos: HERE   •Clothing (Mitzvah): Jonah- North Boys, Aviva- Whistlekids •Decor: Balloontrix •DJ Entertainment: Magen Boys •Invitations: Event Prints •Photographer: Jonni Super •Venue: The Warehouse •Caterer: Toben •Photo Booth: Fun Photo
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Phil’s Birthday Blast: September 14, 2019 I usually catch up with this family for younger events like bar and bat mitzvahs but today it was a special 80th birthday party for a very well loved grandfather. We met for dinner at Francobollo Restaurant but before the feasting began, we had to capture the man of the hour. Mazel Tov, Phil!!   All Photos are HERE            
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Feldman Family: August 28, 2019 I go back a few years with these guys, so it was really special to connect for a family photo.  I’ve photographed the weddings, maternity, and now the kids are growing up… so cool.  Just a beautiful day in the park with some special people.   The Story of the Day: Selected photos HERE All photos HERE    
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Mitch, Jen, & Family in Cedarvale: Aug 19, 2019 Well you can’t go wrong with this park, just a beautiful summer day with a beautiful family long after the mitzvah stress has passed.  The only thing I can say is I am so looking forward to the next one.   All Photos are HERE Selected & Black ‘n White are HERE
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Donna’s Birthday Party: July 28, 2019 This was a lovely birthday lunch for Donna, friends and family, a great time had by all.  Mazel Tov, guys!!!   All photos are HERE
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Shelley’s Birthday Party: July 22, 2019 Well this was a lovely evening at George Restaurant on Queen East, where Shelley celebrated her birthday.  A fantastic night with family and friends.  Mazel Tov!!   All Photos are HERE
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Sarah & Leor – Maternity Session: July 31, 2019 By the time you’re seeing this, the babe is already here… this was just the lead-up to the main event.  Fun afternoon walking around the neighbourhood and in the studio.  Have tons of fun, Mazel Tov!!   Selected photos HERE All photos HERE
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Ben’s Bar Mitzvah Rehearsal: June 20, 2019 I had so much fun photographing Ben’s bar mitzvah rehearsal, we were at Adath Israel Synagogue in the late afternoon, and it was perfect. Ben and I did some walking around outside before the family joined us for some family photos. Inside we managed to get great rehearsal pictures before incorporating the grandparents and great grandparents into the scene. Ben got some style happening y’know, like GQ style.  He’s got that look down, and it’s a good one.  Look out high school.  Mazel Tov Guys!!!   The Story of Ben’s Bar Mitzvah Rehearsal: Selected Photos HERE All the Photos: HERE   •Clothing (Mitzvah): Harry Rosen   •Clothing (Mom): The Bay   •Clothing (Dad): Harry Rosen   •Decor: S&H Design    •Makeup: Kirsch Cosmetic Studio    •Hair: Marilyn M, Salon Teti    •Event Planner: Vivian Ringwald    •Photographer: Jonni Super •Venue: Adath Israel Congregation    •Caterer: F+B Kosher    •Rabbi: David Seed  •Bar Mitzvah Tutor: Howie Kamen    •Other Stuff: “We loved having a very traditional Shabbat morning service with a freilich and heimishe luncheon following. An a cappella group allowed us to have a fun hora to celebrate this milestone occasion.”
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Talia @ BMO Field: June 7, 2019 This was a lots of fun, I photographed Talia’s bat mitzvah last year but we were waiting until 2019 spring or summer to photograph the family. Well the day finally arrived and off to BMO Field we did go.  We basically just goofed around and had a fun time in the stadium, no holds barred. It was ours to do with what we wanted.  So nice to see these guys again, great day, guys.   The Story of the Day: Selected Photos HERE All the Photos: HERE
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OneFamily Hike 2018: Arava Valley Experience I finished up my seventh year as photographer for the OneFamily hike in Israel. This is a fantastic photographic opportunity that I am offered every October. We raise money and awareness for families and children who have been it affected by terrorism in Israel. OneFamily’s mission is to support them in every way possible: psychologically, financially and emotionally.  This was another amazing year spending time with some very special people, I feel privileged to be a part of this organization.   All Photos from 2018 HERE   All Photos from 2017 HERE All Photos from 2016 HERE All Slideshows from 2012 – 2017 HERE
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Mars Hotel Halloween Bash: Oct 27, 2018 Had the opportunity to photograph my good friends band last night at the Mars Hotel Halloween Bash. A ton of crazy costumes, people gettin’ silly, and just a wild night of music.   Photos are HERE
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Jordana’s Family in the Park: August 31, 2018 I got to revisit with Jordana’s family a few months after the bat mitzvah for some time in the park.  The Alexander Muir Garden is one of the best places to photograph in the city.  Love it.  Great to see you guys again.   The Story of the Day: Selected Photos HERE All the Photos: HERE
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Maya’s Bat Mitzvah: May 6, 2018 Maya’s bat mitzvah was a beautiful celebration of a young woman approaching adult hood. We started with some family photos outside The Warehouse in Downsview Park, and then it was just party all night. Magen Boys as usual raised the roof, there were drummers, there was a guy on stilts, there was just a whole bunch of stuff to entertain and a maze. Fern Cohen (event planner extraordinaire) brought everything together seamlessly.  Maya was so graceful, the family was loving and kind, and her friends spoke so very highly of her, it was just one fantastic night. Mazel tov!!!   The Story of Maya’s Bat Mitzvah: Selected Photos HERE All the Photos are HERE   Catering:  Toben Food by design Decor and flowers:  Trevor Florence Entertainment:  Magen Boys, MC/ Page Video:  Lisa Feinstein Event Planner:  Fern Cohen Invitations:  Elyse Hildebrand Photography: Jonni Super
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A Taste for Life – OneFamily 2018 Once again, tonight was the one family fundraising event, a taste for life. This is a very heartwarming and emotional evening spent together with OneFamily caseworkers and family members who have come from Israel specifically for this night.  Tonight’s event was hosted by the spectacular art gallery PI Fine Art on Caledonia Rd.   All Photos HERE
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Gorman Family Photoshoot: May 3, 2018 Photographed by Ben Over the years I have been referred to as the 4th Gorman brother.  I have known and loved the family my entire life and couldn’t have been happier to be asked to shoot the entire clan up north in beautiful Jackson’s Point.  The weather couldn’t have been nicer and the venue more beautiful. Thanks for having me along, guys.   All Photos HERE
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Rose’s 100th Birthday Party: March 11, 2018 This was a beautiful celebration of time, love, family, inspiration, and memories.  Nothing more to say, happy birthday Rose, wishing you a wonderful year.   All the Photos are HERE
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Adam’s Bar Mitzvah: October 7 & 8, 2017 Adam’s Bar Mitzvah took place at the stunning Maple Downs Country Club in Richmond Hill. The rehearsal the day before was beautiful and the ceremony on the Sunday even more spectacular. You can’t go wrong photographing at this venue; green everywhere in early October. I’ve known Adam’s parents for 20 years and it was great to reconnect with them. Sunday started with Adam and me walking around the club, photographing and having fun, before we eventually met up with the family and headed into the ceremony; Adam was fantastic, enough said.  The tennis themed lunch was delicious, the amazing Kenny Munshaw holding down the musical end, and everything tied together beautifully by Karen Garscadden from Karen G Events.  So good to see you guys after so many years, definitely looking forward to the next one.   The Story of Adam’s Bar Mitzvah HERE Tali’s Selected Photos HERE All Photos HERE   Event planner – Karen G Events Adams outfit and shoes – North Boys Music (piano) – Kenny Munshaw Decor – Brittany from Decor and More Cake – Baked with Joy  Venue – Maple Downs Golf Club  Photographer – Jonni Super
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Jared’s Bar Mitzvah: Sept 5 & 10, 2017 Jonni: I photographed Jared’s bar mitzvah rehearsal  at the wonderful Beth Torah synagogue. I love shooting here during the day, the light is fantastic and the room is warm. These guys were all about jubilant displays of affection with no holds barred. We finished up at the synagogue and then went to the park to wrap it up. I was done and Ben took over to photograph the luncheon. Ben: I love these types of celebrations!  Instead of a big party, they decided to have their closest family and loved ones over for a beautiful catered brunch at their home for the afternoon.  The totally relaxed, unscripted and mutual love for everyone in the room is always such a pleasure to photograph.   The Story of the Mitzvah HERE All Photos HERE
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Chiara’s Bat Mitzvah: Sept 9, 2017 Photographer: Ben Chiara looked stunning right from the start.  Our photoshoot in Alexander Muir Park was special, it’s such a wonderful place to shoot.  The whole family was in fine spirits before the main event.  This group really knows how to throw a party, and they sure did. The Uptown Loft is always warm and inviting, and as usual the Magen Boys raised the roof. I could tell it would be pure energy right from the start.  The family did not disappoint as they partied long into the night.  You know when the parents are dancing harder than the kids….its going to be a fun evening… and it was.   The Story of Chiara’s Bat Mitzvah HERE All the Photos HERE   •Clothing (Mitzvah): Little Ones      •Decor: Smash Event Designs •DJ Entertainment: The Magen Boys    •Invitations: Cathy Vogel •Makeup: Kirsch Cosmetics •Hair: Dani Hair Studio •Party Planner: Sarah from the Uptown Loft •Photographer: Ben Gaum     •Venue: The Uptown Loft •Caterer: The Uptown Loft
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