"I can't say enough about our experience with Ellen Wolff who did a superb job at our son's Bar Mitzvah in March. From beginning to end our dealings with her were professional and courteous. She was clear in expressing her philosophy and boy did she deliver. What I loved about her photographs was that they ran the gamut from traditional at the Temple, on the bimah, to fun and wild at the party the next day.....So different and fun! Ellen was there at every turn but was never intrusive and throughout the process of viewing, choosing, etc. she always was on top of things and easy to reach and work with, not insignificant in this day and age. I guess the best compliment I can give is that when it came time to choosing pics to enlarge or for the album, it took me hours to decide because they were all so great. You can't go wrong with Ellen Wolff behind the lens!" Dr. Julie H.
Why am I a social events photographer? When I think about what motivates me and interests the me most while working, I can reduce it to two things: I thrive on the alchemy of creating something from scratch, creating something brand new and unique that has not existed before - the story of your day. The second reason I do this, I am motivated by knowing these photos will be appreciated by future generations of your family. You might not realize this as you begin to search for the best photographer to create your family portraits and capture your party. I know this, and I want you to know it too: the photos I make for you will get better with age. The family heirlooms I create for you will become more important and valuable to you and your family over time. This is also why I offer professional products: the best and long lasting albums available and the best fine art products you'll find available anywhere.
In addition to formal family portraits take in the Temple, at the bima, I offer casual family portraits that can take place anywhere. I have met my families on Fire Island for portraits with the family dog, at parks and I can also set up in your home and do a portfolio of portraits of your child, such as these of a beautiful Bat Mitzvah girl. Pre Bar and Bat Mitzvah portrait sessions can also be used for custom party favors and signing boards.
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