Jewish Wedding Photographer New York

Jewish Wedding Photographer New York - Laurent Baranes

Jewish Wedding Photographer New York - Tradition, Elegance, Synagogue | Laurent Baranes

Jewish wedding photographer in New York, Laurent Baranes captures every sacred moment of your houppa: synagogue, kosher reception, family atmosphere and New York elegance.

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New York: the capital of international Jewish weddings

New York is a city where Jewish tradition is deeply rooted in the urban fabric. With its many synagogues (Orthodox, traditional, liberal, Habad), experienced Jewish wedding planners, klezmer and Israeli orchestras, Michelin-starred kosher caterers and exceptional venues, it's the perfect place to celebrate a wedding that's at once religious, family-oriented, refined and highly personalized.

I'm Laurent Baranes, a wedding photographer ranked 57ᵉ worldwide by the WPE, specializing in high-end Jewish weddings in France, Israel, the United States and Europe. My approach is based on technical mastery, a deep respect for rituals and a strong artistic sensibility, at the service of your story.

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Jewish wedding venues in New York

Emblematic synagogues

• Central Synagogue (Midtown Manhattan): magnificent Reformed building, perfect for an elegant ceremony
• Park East Synagogue (Upper East Side): Ashkenazi rite, modern Orthodox, solemn atmosphere
• Habad Crown Heights or West Side Sephardic Synagogue: tradition, fervor and a warm welcome

Reception

• Private rooftops with Manhattan views: Tribeca Rooftop, Midtown Loft & Terrace
• Luxury hotels: The Plaza, Cipriani 42nd Street, Gotham Hall, The Pierre
• New York lofts (Soho, Brooklyn, Chelsea): for a chic urban ambience
• Premium kosher caterers: Foremost Caterers, Esprit Events, Abigail Kirsch (kosher-style), Glatt/Beth Din certified

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Rituals captured with precision and emotion

I photograph your entire Jewish ceremony, in a style that is discreet, fluid and respectful of sacred moments:

• Preparations (kittel, tallit, separate Hattan/Kallah makeover)
• Badeken: first look, covering the veil
• Chuppah: blessings, exchanges, breaking the glass
• Séouda: kosher meal, speeches, rituals
• Male/female dancing (hora, Mizrahi, Ashkenazi), unique and warm atmosphere
• Intergenerational moments: linking families, paying tribute to elders

Photographic style

• High-end reportage, controlled lighting, natural composition
• Sober retouching, faithful to the emotions and mood of the day
• Capturing Jewish symbols: kippah, mezuzah, ketubah, kiddush
• Fast delivery, HD private gallery
• Optional: art albums, custom boxes, Fine Art prints

Testimonial

"We held our Jewish wedding at Central Synagogue, followed by a reception in a loft overlooking Manhattan. Laurent captured every moment with accuracy, discretion and emotion. The result is sublime, profound and true to our tradition."
- Léa & Benjamin, New York

A typical Jewish wedding in New York City

1. Separate preparations for Hattan and Kallah
2. Family portraits before the houppa
3. Badeken and chuppah ceremony
4. Couple photos in Central Park, Brooklyn Bridge or rooftop
5. Festive reception, souda, live music, dances, speeches

Jewish Wedding Photographer in New York - Laurent Baranes

Jewish Wedding Photographer New York - Houppa, Tradition, Reception | Laurent Baranes

Jewish wedding photographer in New York. Laurent Baranes captures your houppa, religious ceremony, dances, souda and family emotions in an elegant, sober and timeless style.

A Jewish wedding in New York: an unforgettable experience

New York is the city in the world where Jewish culture is the most deeply rooted, diverse and vibrant. Organizing a Jewish wedding in New York gives you access to :

• prestigious synagogues: historic or modern, Sephardic or Ashkenazi, Orthodox, traditional or liberal
• Experienced, bilingual rabbis(French, English, Hebrew)
• Top-quality kosher caterers (Glatt, strict Beth Din, or kosher-style)
• Spectacular reception venues: rooftops, lofts, iconic hotels
• To a unique atmosphere of halachic respect and American energy

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My approach as a photographer

I am Laurent Baranes, wedding photographer specializing in exceptional Jewish weddings. Ranked 57ᵉ worldwide by the WPE, I work regularly in France, New York, Israel and Geneva.
My style is:

• High-end documentary: I capture reality without artifice
• Respectful of tradition: I know the key stages and values
• Elegant, timeless: an album that will span generations

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Ideal locations for a Jewish wedding in New York

Synagogues

• Central Synagogue (Midtown): a masterpiece of Reformed architecture, much in demand.
• Park East Synagogue (Upper East Side): Ashkenazi, traditional, very refined
• West Side Sephardic Synagogue: Sephardic rite, modern, very well organized
• Chabad Crown Heights / Chabad SoHo: a warm, inclusive and dynamic spirit
• Oratories in Long Island or Brooklyn villas for intimate weddings

Kosher receptions

• New York lofts transformed into reception halls: Tribeca Rooftop, Midtown Loft, Glasshouse
• 5-star hotels: The Plaza, The Pierre, Cipriani, The Knickerbocker
• Private yacht on the Hudson: catered ceremony or floating reception
• Event spaces in Brooklyn / Queens for ultra-traditional weddings (up to 500 guests)
• Renowned kosher caterers: Foremost, Michael Schick, Esprit Events, Main Event-Mauzone

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Precisely photographed rituals

I know and respect the order and rhythm of traditional Jewish rituals, which enables me toanticipate key moments withoutever disrupting the religious proceedings:

1. Separate preparations
   
   • Kallah with mother, sisters, bridesmaids
   • Hattan with rabbi, witnesses, talit, tefilin if requested
2. Badeken
   
   • Vow by the hattan, blessings, emotion of the first look
3. Ceremony under the chuppah
   
   • Arrival in procession, 7 blessings (cheva brakhot), reading of the ketubah, breaking of the glass
4. Séouda (dinner)
   
   • Speeches, songs, blessings
   • Separate or mixed dances according to custom: hora, Mizrahi, Ashkenazi
5. Late evening
   
   • Gentle last moments, subdued lighting, intimate atmosphere

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Photographic style

• Bright, structured, non-intrusive coverage
• Careful retouching: controlled contrast, natural tones
• Use of natural and artificial light (subdued rooms, nocturnal rooftops)
• Files delivered within 10 to 20 days via secure private gallery
• Optional: wedding album (leather, linen, HD photo paper), boxes, enlargements

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Testimonial

"We celebrated our wedding at Central Synagogue with reception at Glasshouse. Laurent exceeded our expectations. He knows the rituals, knows how to be discreet, and the photos are sublime. He captured our family, our faith, and the beauty of the city."
- Judith & Aaron, New York

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International expertise

I travel to New York for :

• Traditional or modern Jewish weddings
• Sephardic, Ashkenazi or mixed ceremonies
• French-speaking customers living in NYC or coming from France/Israel

I work in collaboration with your :

• Wedding planners
• Rabbis
• Caterers
• Musicians or DJs specializing in Jewish weddings

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Contact

Laurent Baranes
Jewish wedding photographer in New York
Mail : bylaurentbaranes@gmail.com
Tél : +33 6 22 75 04 64
Site : www.baranesproduction.com

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