About The Artists

Jennifer Canter is a Syracuse, NY native. She has always found inspiration in nature and had a passion to create works of beauty from drawing to three-dimensional art. Jennifer's meticulous eye for detail
led her to earn a degree in Surface Pattern Design from Syracuse University College of Visual and Performing Arts. Her studies concentrated on gouache, watercolor and drawing.

Daniel Canter is also a Syracuse, NY native. From an early age Daniel always excelled at drawing and hand lettering. He earned his degree
in Graphic Design from SUNY College at Buffalo. Daniel's studies concentrated on hand lettering, graphic design and drawing.

In 1993, Jennifer and Daniel were inspired by their Rabbi and urged by their parents to combine their artistic talents and design their first Ketubah, for their own wedding. Since then, they have been creating beautiful Ketubot, calligraphy and Judaic art for many satisfied couples. Click here to view some samples in our gallery.

Our Process

From the subtle hint of gold leaf to the fine brush strokes, each Ketubah we create is a custom, one-of-a-kind piece of art, unlike a preprinted ketubah, which is impersonal and often doesn't include calligraphy. Our Ketubah take an average of 40 to 60 hours or more to complete, depending on the level of detail and size the couple chooses. We use the highest quality water color, inks and gold leafing on 100% acid-free rag paper that won't yellow over time. Our Ketubot start at $1,800.

We work closely with the bride and groom to ensure their vision is captured. Our process begins with an in-depth interview of the couple, helping us form the initial concept capturing their emotions and personalities. Next we present a sketch for approval. Once approved, a color scheme is chosen, the design is painted and the text is penciled in. Before the text is inked the couple and their rabbi proof the document for accuracy. Finally, the text is inked and the Ketubah is complete.

Each Ketubah is presented with a detailed write-up explaining the symbolism and English definitions of the bride and grooms Hebrew names.