Greek Orthodox Baby Baptism in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Amid the historic charm of the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, family and friends gathered to witness a cherished tradition—the baptism of a beloved child. The solemn ceremony, steeped in centuries-old rituals and symbolism, unfolded as the clergy performed the sacrament, anointing with holy oil, then the immersion in the baptismal font.
Following the ceremony, the celebration continued at the Belvedere Supper Club on Staten Island, where guests indulged in a sumptuous brunch while children enjoyed lively entertainment. Against the backdrop of panoramic views and elegant surroundings, the newly baptized child was welcomed into the embrace of family and community, marking the beginning of a journey guided by faith, love, and tradition.
Here are some of my favorite images from this shoot (click/tap to view full-size and un-cropped):
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All images in this blog post were shot on a Nikon D850, using a variety of lenses, all individually post-processed in Adobe Lightroom.
Jinnifer Douglass is a full-time freelance photographer based in NYC, shooting both digital and film for individuals and brands such as Google, Door Dash, Make Up For Ever, Squarespace, and more! Specializing in portraits, food, and special events, she works to make every piece of your social and website content ‘Insta-worthy’ with high resolution, full-frame DSLR photography and expert Lightroom editing. Interested in chatting? Leave a comment below, or send an email to info@jinyc-photo.com!