Photographing religious ceremonies like confirmations can be both a privilege and a responsibility, as you’re tasked with preserving important memories for those involved. It is a special experience to witness such a significant event and to document it for posterity.

I use a Godox collapsable Octobox to get a real nice soft lit subject. I like the affordability of the Godox product and it is very reliable too.

These kids are so fun to photograph. I have to calm them a little by telling my bad jokes, but it loosens them up for the portrait. They will soon meet the bishop who will then anoint them at the altar.

Confirmation is a Sacrament in the Catholic Church in which the one who is confirmed (confirmandi) receives the gifts of the Holy Spirit through the imposition of hand and anointing with oils by the bishop. It’s considered a sacrament of initiation which means that it brings you deeper into communion with the Church.