Investment & FAQ
What’s your 'style' of photography?
I am a visual storyteller. A master photographer. My photojournalistic and portraiture skills were honed over many years photographing for television programs like The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, shooting events for the biggest companies in the world and running one of NYC’s top headshot/portrait photography studios.
I use my expertise to photograph every Bar & Bat Mitzvah for it’s uniqueness and capture all the big and small moments in a collaborative process. I love photographing Mitzvahs and if you haven't figured it out yet "I'm really fun to work with!"
Curious about some of the more famous faces I’ve photographed? After you’ve finished reading below head on over to the showbiz section of my website:
https://gorensteineventphotography.com/Celebrity---Headshots-&-Live-Performances/ShowBiz/thumbs
What locations do you cover?
New York City, Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Please note: A minimum travel cost of $200 will be incurred for Tri-State locations more than 1 hr from NYC. Please contact me directly for exact rates. I love to travel.
Where are you located?
My photography studio is located in the Garment District Beaux Arts building, steps from the hustle and bustle of Times Square in NYC.
What are your Mitzvah photography rates?
Social Distancing Bar & Bat Mitzvah At Home Photo Shoot - $495
Instead of the big simcha at your Synagogue you had envisioned, the pandemic has caused you to pivot and now your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah service will be a smaller celebration at home. In response to our new reality, I have created the “Social Distancing Bar & Bat Mitzvah At Home Photo Shoot”. This will take place in the back or front yard of your home. Here’s how it works:
- I show up outfitted in my most fashionable safety mask and plastic glove attire along with my camera and TELEPHOTO lens.
- We convene outside at a socially safe distance apart and I capture beautiful family photos, individual images of the Bar or Bat Mitzvah celebrant and even photos of the family pet joining in on the fun.
- The photo shoot can be done after the service or even on a separate date should you actually be doing the service on Shabbat.
- As a bonus anyone who hires me to photograph their rescheduled party will be entitled to deduct the full cost of this shoot from the overall prices listed on my website.
- To book a “Social Distancing Bar & Bat Mitzvah At Home Shoot” call 646-734-4762 or email douglas@douglasgorenstein.com
Mitzvah Party Photography Package #1: $1950
- A 1 hour pre event collaborative consultation in person at my studio or by phone for your convenience.
- 5 hours of party event photography coverage.
- 1 hour synagogue/temple photography for family portraits. Day of the service or weekday if preferred.
- 300+ professionally digitally mastered high-resolution images with printing rights available to download.
- A password protected online gallery to share with family & friends as well as the downloadable high res gallery.
Mitzvah Party Photography Package #2: $2950
- A 1 hour pre event collaborative consultation in person at my studio or by phone for your convenience.
- 5 hours of party event photography coverage.
- 1 hour synagogue/temple photography for family portraits. Day of the service or weekday if preferred.
- 350+ professionally digitally mastered high-resolution images with printing rights available to download.
- A password protected online gallery to share with family & friends as well as the downloadable high res gallery.
- 10 x 10 Fine Art Leather Mitzvah Album
- Mitzvah Party Photography Package #3: $4500
- A 1 hour pre event collaborative consultation in person at my studio or by phone for your convenience.
- 6 hours of party event photography coverage.
- 1 hour synagogue/temple photography for family portraits. Day of the service or weekday if preferred.
- 400+ professionally digitally mastered high-resolution images with printing rights available to download.
- A password protected online gallery to share with family & friends as well as the downloadable high res gallery.
- 12 x 12 Fine Art Leather Mitzvah Album
- Pre-Mitzvah magazine style portrait shoot for your Mitzvah Kid in NYC or Westchester. I recommend at least 1 month or longer prior to the actual Mitzvah to use blow up prints for the party and share on social media (see more details below in the add-ons section)
How do I book you to photograph our Mitzvah celebration?
Call my studio at 646-734-4762 or email douglas@douglasgorenstein.com
Payment Terms:
- A deposit of one third of the total secures your Mitzvah date.
- Second third is due 60 days prior to the Mitzvah date.
- The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the big celebration.
What payment options do you accept?
Checks, cash, Venmo, Paypal and chocolate (especially the English variety)
Mitzvah Add-Ons:
Tell us more about the Pre-Mitzvah portrait shoot for Mitzvah kids mentioned in Package #3?
Not every Mitzvah kid can say their photographer has worked with Harry Styles, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Dwayne Johnson, Derek Jeter, Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, Demi Lovato, Justin Bieber, Zac Efron and Jennifer Lawrence.
The Pre-Mitzvah portrait shoot for your "Mitzvah Kid" should be booked in advance of the actual Mitzvah date – that way you can utilize the images for the party and share on social media.
The photoshoot will take place in any number of locations: the streets of NYC (I know amazing locations), at my NYC studio, Central Park, a sports venue or the place of your choosing. Let’s talk! The rate will be based on the range of the shoot locations and concept.
Are Mitzvah Display Prints an option from our Mitzvah Kid’s portrait shoot?
Absolutely. If you do the Pre Mitzvah Shoot I can make you a signing board, posters and huge prints.
Do you make albums?
As much as I appreciate digital images there is nothing better than a printed photo. In this case … YOUR MITZVAH PHOTOS!!!
We design beautiful handmade genuine leather fine art Bar & Bat Mitzvah Albums that will become a family heirloom for generations to come.
The 10 x 10 Fine Art Mitzvah Album
- 100% Leather
- 10x10 opens flat to a comfortable 20×10
- 20 layflat spreads (40 pages) which holds between 40-60 images all flush mounted.
- $1300
The 12 x 12 Fine Art Mitzvah Album (Most Popular)
- 100% Leather
- The 12×12 opens flat to a commanding 24×12 making it the ultimate way to showcase your Bat Mitzvah images.
- 20 layflat spreads (40 pages) which holds between 60-80 images all flush mounted.
- $1500
The Grandparent 8 x 8 Fine Art Mitzvah Album
- 100% Leather
- 8x8 opens flat to 16 x 8
- This is a smaller identical album to the 10x10 & 12x12.
- $950
We love albums and we also really love large prints … can you help?
I offer beautiful archival prints in an array of different sizes. Did you say billboard? No problem … Let’s blow your photos up marquee size.
Will you photograph the Mitzvah Ceremony?
If photographing during the service is allowed at your house of worship, I am available. Ceremony photography rates start at $250 as an additional service.
What if we want to add additional hours of photography coverage onto our package?
I'm there for you. The rate is $250 per hour.
How do I get in touch?
Contact me directly to discuss your Bar or Bat Mitzvah event at 646-734-4762 or douglas@douglasgorenstein.com
Lights, camera, action - Get ready for your Mitzvah close up!
Best, Doug