silhouette of twin boys with their hands in prayer at their communion photoshoot in Scotch Plains NJ with Joan Marie Photography

First Holy Communion in Scotch Plains, NJ

As a photographer, I often find myself in the midst of heartwarming celebrations, and a recent communion shoot in Scotch Plains at my studio was a perfect example of just that. Join me as I recount the joyous occasion of photographing twin boys as they celebrated their communion, with their darling little sister by their side.

Communion: A Celebration of Faith and Family

Communion is not just a religious milestone; it’s a moment of profound significance for families. As the twin boys, dressed in their crisp suits, stepped into my studio alongside their equally dapper little sister, the air was filled with excitement and anticipation. It was clear from the start that this shoot would be a celebration of faith, love, and the unbreakable bond between siblings.

Twins in Sync

One of the most delightful aspects of this recent Communion shoot in Scotch Plains was witnessing the natural camaraderie between the twin boys and their sister. Despite being dressed to the nines, they exuded a playful energy that was infectious. Whether they were sharing mischievous grins or wrapping each other in affectionate hugs, their bond was unmistakable and made for some truly captivating moments captured through my lens.

Elegance Meets Playfulness

While communion is a solemn occasion, there was no shortage of lighthearted moments during the shoot. From striking elegant poses reminiscent of adults to engaging in playful antics that had us all laughing, the boys and their sister effortlessly blended reverence with joy, resulting in a series of images that beautifully captured the spirit of the day.

Creating Lasting Memories Through Sacrament

As the session came to a close, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of gratitude for being able to document such a special moment in this family’s journey. The images we captured together will serve as treasured mementos, preserving not only the significance of the occasion but also the love and bond shared between siblings for years to come.

Gratitude

As I reflect on this communion shoot, I am reminded once again of the privilege and joy that comes with being a photographer. It’s moments like these that remind me why I do what I do—to capture the beauty, emotion, and connection that make life truly meaningful.

In a world that often feels chaotic and uncertain, it’s moments of celebration and togetherness like this communion shoot that remind us of the importance of family and faith. I am honored to have been able to document this special day for the twin boys and their little sister, and I look forward to continuing to capture the beauty of life’s milestones for families in the future.

Featured Communion Shoots

Communion Photography

This is a little story about an event I did for communion photography. This post is kinda personal. I don’t like to talk about religion. I believe everyone has a right to believe what they want. I was raised Catholic. I went to public school my whole life, but ended up at an all girls Catholic high school, The Academy of St Elizabeth, when I was 14. I went from knowing no one and having no friends, feeling lost and sad and angry, to meeting some of the most amazing girls (now women) that I will ever know. Some of my best friends to this day are girls that I met in my four years at this small and tight knit school. I am by no means a deeply “religious” person, but I am spiritual and I LOVE my St E’s girls.

One of the girls I met was Lauren. Lauren was younger than me, but we both played softball. Age didn’t really matter much once you crossed that sports line. Our teams were like family and we really genuinely cared about each other. Lauren was a hell of a pitcher too, so she had that going for her 😉

Fast forward years and years and years (not telling how many LOL) and Lauren reached out to me for family Christmas photos. When I met her 2 girls I immediately fell in love! They were little fire crackers! And seeing Lauren was like a sweet memory of being young again. Fast forward and it’s 2021 and her older daughter was making her Communion. I was lucky enough to be able to come and document the reception. Her family is pure and loving and genuine and real and sweet and I honestly feel like another one of the family when I am around them. So I was so happy when she asked me to do their communion photography.

But one of my favorite memories of this day was Lauren’s Papa. He was the same age as my Grandma and had this twinkle in his eye. The love that poured out of him when he looked at his family was literally tangible. And I caught it that day. The way he looked at Lauren’s daughters, the way he looked at Lauren. I caught it. This is what I live for…

Lauren recently lost her Papa. I recently lost my Grandma. They were both in their late 90’s. So when I saw her share that he had passed away I immediately understood her sorrow. We were so lucky to have these strong and important people in our lives for so long. To have our kids know their Great Grandparents is such a gift. And while we understand how lucky we are, it is still such a deep loss. Maybe BECAUSE of all the time we had with them.

So when I write this and share pictures from Giuliana’s Communion, the definition of Communion holds so much more meaning. “The sharing or exchanging of intimate thoughts and feelings, especially when the exchange is on a mental or spiritual level.” I’m sharing the communion of the day I captured with Lauren’s family. I am letting Lauren know that I love her and I am so grateful for her and for the honor to be able to capture these special moments in time for her and her family.

Lauren I am so sorry about your Papa. I met him ONE time that I can remember. Who knows, he may have been at some of our softball games! But he was special. I felt it. I saw it. And you were so lucky to have him in your life. XOXO

All the love to my SEAster, Lauren and her amazing family <3

Here are some photos from 2021. Next time I won’t be 2 years behind on blogging and will share pics from Olivia’s Communion soon!

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