Baby Baptism and Family Brunch in the Financial District, Manhattan
This two-hour session began with a full Roman Catholic mass and baptism for baby Sebastian at St. Peter’s Church in the Financial District—one of the oldest and most architecturally striking churches in Manhattan. The ceremony was traditional and reverent, filled with meaningful moments between family, godparents, and clergy. Afterward, I followed the group to a nearby restaurant for a celebratory brunch, capturing decor details and candid moments in a more relaxed setting.
Baptism sessions like this benefit from full coverage—starting in the church and continuing into the gathering—so families walk away with a complete, natural record of the day. If you’re planning a religious event or milestone celebration, having professional photos allows you to be present while still preserving the moments that matter most.
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!