Pond Meadow Park Engagement Shoot in Braintree, MA | Paulina and Steven

On a crisp fall afternoon in November I was privileged to capture Paulina and Steven’s blissful engagement photographs.

After speaking with Paulina and Steven briefly, we decided to get together at my gallery located in Braintree, MA. Immediately we realized we were a flawless fit. 

I love it when a newly engaged couple contacts me.  I know it’s because they are in love with the photographs they have already seen while I was documenting someone’s love story. It a few short months I will be capturing their wedding photography as well and I couldn’t be more thrilled.

Paulina and Steven made this engagement shoot particularly easy.

Every one of my couples have such a distinctively different story. Being able to use my passion to record it is unbelievable to me.

We had a great time laughing while we traveled around Pond Meadow Park. Its just a lovely area made up of 320 acres. Its located between Braintree and Weymouth, Ma about 20 minutes south of Boston, Ma. Its 20 acre dam and pond provide flood protection to the Weymouth landing area nearby.

Congratulation Paulina and Steven!

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Houghton's Pond Engagement Session in Milton, MA | Meaghan & Tim

I recently met up with Meaghan and Tim on a beautiful October afternoon to capture their engagement photos at Houghton's Pond in Milton, MA. 

What a sweet and fun couple. They met online and dated for 9 months before Tim popped the question.

Meaghan and Tim love football, she even mentioned that she wants to throw a football in her wedding dress.

Located in the Blue Hills Reservation, Houghton's Pond is a 24 acre green oasis just outside of downtown Boston, MA. It is a great location to swim, hike, fish, BBQ, and picnic.  

We had so much fun during this engagement shoot. Meaghan and Tim are getting married in June 2017 in Cape Cod, MA. I am so excited to capture their wedding photography on their big day. 

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Lake Pearl Fairy Tale Wedding Photo Shoot in Wrentham, MA | Janie & Marc

On a beautiful fall day, Janie and Marc were married at Luciano's on Lake Pearl. What an adorable and loving couple! These two hopeless romantics dreamed of an enchanted fairy tale wedding just like in the Disney movies.

The couple had their wedding ceremony in a chapel overlooking Lake Pearl. The harpist played Aladdin's "A Whole New World" as the wedding guests arrived. 

Janie looked like a princess in her gorgeous ball gown and diamond crown as her father walked her down the aisle.

This wedding ceremony was officiated by a Rabbi and a Priest to incorporate both Jewish and Christian traditions. The ceremony commenced with the lighting of the unity candles and closed with the breaking of the glass.

Their "I dos" were sealed with a kiss.

The boat house chapel was nestled right on the edge of Lake Pearl. After the ceremony, I captured breathtaking photographs along the water. 

Janie and Marc took dance lessons in preparation for their big day. They rehearsed their first dance on the beach one last time before heading to the reception. 

Located in Wrentham, MA, Luciano's on Lake Pearl is a premier wedding venue in the South Shore. What a fantastic establishment! There were so many locations on the premises that provided a variety of gorgeous backdrops for portraits.

The bridesmaids looked absolutely stunning in their royal blue chiffon gowns. 

Janie and Marc had such a gorgeous bridal party!

The cocktail hour took place in the East Garden Room (below) and the wedding reception took place in the Garden Room. 

It was so touching to see the union of the two families.

During the wedding reception, we snuck outside to capture more magical moments! Lake Pearl's boat house chapel, gardens, pumpkin carriage, arches and gazebos allowed for so many amazing opportunities for photographs.

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Photo Booth Rental at The Hoosic Club Milton, MA | 80's Themed Party

I recently rented my photo booth at a 1980s themed party at the Milton-Hoosic Club in Milton, MA. More than 250 people showed up to support and raise money for PTO for the teachers at the Glover School.

The 1980s were known for bright neons, big hair with lots of hairspray, boom boxes, Adidas sweatsuits, Kangol hats and Converse sneakers. We had a blast! An open photo booth rental is a fun addition to any party or special event.

Here's a peek at some of our favorite moments!

Established in 1891, Milton-Hoosic Club is a neighborhood country club which has soaring high ceilings, chandeliers, hardwood floors, french doors and fireplaces. The Milton-Hoosic Club is a popular venue in the South Shore for weddings, holiday parties, bridal showers, bar mitzvahs and corporate functions.

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Boston Public Garden Senior Pictures in Boston, MA | Luvron

I recently had the pleasure of capturing, Luvron’s graduation photo’s on a beautiful afternoon in November. Brenda, Luvron’s mother was a little concerned at first about the weather being less than perfect, but I was able to put her mind at ease.

Believe it or not a little bit of overcast makes for the perfect lighting. It’s not to bright and it’s not to dark and best of all there aren’t to many shadows, which the sun always manages to create.

Luvron is an incredibly smart young man who just graduated high school. It was so nice to see how proud his mother was. The entire afternoon she was just so excited. I remember when I was graduating from high school, how proud my mother was of me.

Although I didn’t know Luvron outside of doing his graduation photography, my assistant and I couldn’t help but be proud of him.  What he has accomplished already is amazing and his plans are to keep doing more of the same!

We choose The Boston Public Gardens in Boston, Ma as it provided the perfect backdrop. Boston Public Garden, is a large park in the heart of Boston, MA, adjacent to Boston Common. The Public Garden was the first public botanical garden in America.

Congratulations Luvron! They sky is the limit!

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Brenda really enjoyed her entire experience. This is what she had, I was extremely touched by her thoughtful and kind words. Thank you Brenda J

Giovanni,

I would like to Thank you for the awesome photos you took of my son for his senior pictures...Thank you for making the raining day look so fabulous with your lighting. I absolutely loved, loved the pictures....my son felt so comfortable in being himself while you captured great shots that are so memorable. I really appreciated the fact that you were so flexible with our work schedule to get these photos done.  You're the BEST...I would highly recommend you to all of my friends and family as a photographer for any event.....again Thank you. Brenda J

Chinese/Vietnamese Engagement Session at World's End Hingham, MA | Alina & Ray

I recently captured engagement photos for Alina and Ray at the World's End in Hingham, MA. This adorable couple dated for 9 years. In March, Ray popped the question at a family dinner where she least expected it.

Ray and Alina absolutely love autumn in New England so we patiently waited for peak of leaf season for their engagement shoot. The vibrant foliage made for some breathtaking backdrops for the portraits.

Here's are some of my favorite moments from our time together!

Alina and Ray are getting married in May 2017 at Hei La Moon in Boston, MA. They are having a traditional Chinese and Vietnamese wedding banquet. I am so excited to capture the wedding videography on their big day!

The World's End is one of my favorite locations for portraits. The peninsula overlooks Hingham Harbor and offers so many different options from rustic woods to the romantic views of Hull and the Boston skyline. This is one of the best locations on the South Shore for hiking, picnicking, fishing, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing.

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Photo Booth Rental at American Legion Post 227 Middleton, MA | Rich's 50th Birthday Party

I recently rented my photo booth at a 1980s themed surprise 50th birthday party in the North Shore MA. The DJ played the top hits from the 1980s as the guests danced the night away at the American Legion Post 227 in Middleton, MA. 

The 1980s were known for Adidas tracksuits, bright neons, big hair, boom boxes, and hard rock music. You can always count on a photo booth to bring out the excitement in everyone!

Happy 50th birthday Rich!

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Hampton Beach Wedding Photo Shoot in Hampton, NH | Diana & Ian

I recently captured Diana and Ian's wedding at Lamie’s Inn in Hampton, NH.

Diana and Ian dated in high school. They lost touch after graduation but they were never too far from each other. For years, they both lived in the same town in San Ramon, CA and didn't even know it. In 2009, they reconnected on Facebook. Soon after Ian accepted a job in Maryland. Diana sold her house and moved to Maryland to be with Ian. 

The lovely couple said their "I dos" in front of a small group of their closest family and friends. After reading their wedding vows, they performed a love lock unity ceremony. Diana and Ian clasped a lock together as symbol of their commitment to each other. The lock is to be thrown in the ocean to never be opened again. 

Built in 1740, Lamie’s Inn is a charming family owned and operated colonial style inn. The inn also has an award-winning restaurant, The Old Salt Restaurant. This location is the perfect setting to host any special event such as weddings, engagement parties, baby showers and bridal showers.

Congratulations Diana and Ian!

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Photo Booth Rental at Longfellow's Wayside Inn Sudbury, MA | Kelley & Nick

I recently rented my photo booth to Kelley and Nick for their wedding reception at the Longfellow's Wayside Inn in Sudbury, MA. The couple got married on a beautiful fall day. Their reception was held in an elegant tent with gorgeous drapery and chandeliers hanging overhead. 

Check out some of my favorite moments!

Established in 1716, the Longfellow's Wayside Inn is the oldest operating inn in the United States. For the past three hundred years, the venue has held countless historic meetings, weddings, special events and functions. 

Congratulations Kelley and Nick! It was such a pleasure to be a part of your big day!

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Photo Booth Rental at Southers Marsh Golf Club Plymouth, MA | Meagan & Shawn

Meagan and Shawn were recently married in a small wedding ceremony on Martha's Vineyard, a small island right off Cape Cod. The following weekend, they gathered their family and friends to celebrate again at the Southers Marsh Golf Club in Plymouth, MA. The sweet couple rented my photo booth for their reception. A photo booth rental is a fun and exiting addition to any wedding or special event.

Established in 2001, The Southers Marsh Golf Club is one of the most popular wedding venues in Plymouth, MA. Just outside of Boston, MA, the venue is surrounded by perfectly manicured lawn and overlooks a 100 year old cranberry bog. This is such a lovely location in the South Shore for any engagement party, bridal shower, birthday party, wedding or holiday event.

Congratulations Meagan and Shawn! Here are some of my favorite moments that we captured.

The guests each have a printed copy of their photo booth session to remember this special day for a lifetime. 

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Shattuck Golf Club Wedding in Jaffrey, NH | Maddie & Adam

Maddie and Adam were recently married at the Shattuck Golf Club in Jaffrey, NH. They met online and instantly clicked (no pun intended). This sweet coupled dated for four years before saying their "I dos." 

The wedding ceremony took place outside on the gorgeous Stone Terrace. For the reception, we moved inside to the Cathedral Ballroom where the high ceilings and lighting created a warm and inviting ambiance. Their closest family and friends gathered to celebrate and danced the night away. What a fun crowd; we had a blast!

Maddie and Adam incorporated many Jewish wedding traditions on their big day. A Jewish wedding is not complete without the breaking of the glass and the guests shouting "Mazel Tov!" And we can't forget the Hora, or chair dance. It is always exciting to see the bride and groom's reaction when they are hoisted in the air.

The Shattuck Golf Club is a premier wedding venue in New England, right on the Massachusetts and New Hampshire border. I love the drive from Boston, MA to Southern NH during this time of year because of the beautiful foliage. The Shattuck Golf Club is surrounded by pristine grass and gardens in addition to romantic views of Mount Monadnock in the background. The Cathedral Ballroom can accommodate up to 250 guests.

It was a perfect day in September, everything came together beautifully because of Jennifer Matthews, wedding planner at Memorable Events. She did an amazing job on the decor and all the details ensuring Maddie and Adam had the best day of their lives.

Their amazing wedding photography was captured by Scott Hussey of Scott Hussey Photography. What an amazing photographer to work with!!!
 

Congratulations to the newlyweds! Here are a few of my favorite moments from their wedding festivities.

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Boston Public Garden Engagement Shoot in Boston, MA | Otuko & Frank

I recently met up with Otuko and Frank for an engagement shoot. The session took place at the Boston Public Garden, right in the heart of downtown Boston, MA. This couple exemplified love; one could see it every time they looked at each other.

Established in 1837, the Boston Public Garden was the first public botanical garden in the United States. This is one of my favorite places in the world. I have so many memories of feeding the ducks, riding the swan boats, and walking my dog. Moreover, I even had my first date with my wife here eleven years ago. It is funny to think about how many families and couples have made special memories here over the centuries.

Otuko and Frank are getting married next spring in Lee, NH. I am so exited to work with this lovely couple again on their big day.

Here's a peek at some of my favorites from the photo shoot.

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Photo Booth Rental at The Neighborhood Club Quincy, MA | Rebekah & Michael

I recently rented my photo booth at Rebakah and Michael's wedding reception at the Neighborhood Club of Quincy. The flower crown was definitely a crowd favorite that night! An open photo booth rental is a great addition at any wedding or event. Michael specifically requested something different, so we did a black background with blue back-lighting. We had such a great time with the bride, groom, and their wedding guests!

The Neighborhood Club of Quincy is a premier wedding venue in the South Shore, just 10 miles from downtown Boston, MA. The venue was established in 1917 as a social club. Over the past 100 years, it has evolved into a charming venue for weddings, holiday parties, bridal showers, bar mitzvahs and corporate functions. The Neighborhood Club of Quincy has five elegant rooms that can accommodate up to 200 guests and the staff were so friendly and professional. 

Congratulations to the newlyweds!

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Photo Booth Rental at The Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Worcester, MA | MCPHS University Casino Night

I recently rented my photo booth at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) in Worcester, MA. What a fun way to kick off the school year with a Casino Night. An open photo booth rental is a great way to add tons of fun to any event and to capture the memories for a lifetime. The hostesses, Joyce and Rachel, were fun and friendly. These college students know how to have a great time. 

The Casino Night event was sponsored by the Student Volunteer Optometric Service to Humanity (SVOSH). SVOSH is a student organization dedicated to providing vision care needs to impoverished populations locally and around the world.

Check out a few of my favorite pictures from the night!

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The Farm at SummitWynds Wedding in Jefferson, MA | Brandy & Michael

Brandy and Michael were recently married at The Farm at SummitWynds in Jefferson, MA.

This was my first time capturing a rustic country wedding on a working farm quite like this. On the horizon, there was a stone barn, rolling green pastures, blue skies and puffy clouds. It was a beautiful August afternoon. Warm and sunny with a slight breeze. There were children, goats, and chickens running around in anticipation of the wedding ceremony ahead.

Brandy and Michael got married on a pasture surrounded by their closest family members and friends. The bridesmaids donned pink dresses and cowboy boots which fit so naturally in this vintage barn wedding.

The Farm at SummitWynds is located in Central Massachusetts, just 15 minutes from Worcester, MA. Built in 1945, this was once a ski lodge which was turned into a horse barn. It was recently converted to a dream wedding venue. In addition to the gorgeous stone barn and views of Mount Wachusett in the background, there is also a blueberry field, horse pastures and fields full of flowers that offer wonderful backdrops for portraits.

I am so happy to have witnessed your bond, love, and friendships. Congratulations Brandy & Michael!

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Malaysian Wedding Ceremony at The Islamic Center of Boston Wayland, MA | Farhana & Anthony

Farhana and Anthony were recently married at the Islamic Center of Boston in Wayland, MA. A traditional Malaysian wedding ceremony begins with the “akad nikah.” The akad nikah is the formal marriage contract and is also known as the marriage solemnization or wedding vows.

During an Islamic solemnization, everyone is seated on the floor. The groom seals the marriage contract with the bride’s father or a “wali.” A wali is an authorized person who is the bride’s grandfather, brother uncle or close male relative.

Some brides are isolated in another room while the ceremony takes place while some brides are present in the same area but facing a different direction or sitting at a distance behind so that the groom cannot look directly at the bride. The solemnization is sealed with the groom kissing the bride’s forehead and the bride kissing the groom's hand.

Malaysian culture is a diverse mix of Indian, Malaysian and Chinese heritage. In India and its neighboring South Asian countries, women have "mehndi" or henna applied on their hands and feet for festive occasions such as weddings, religious events and traditional ceremonies.
 

The Islamic Center of Boston was established in 1979. The center services the Muslim community in New England. In November 2005, the building was reconstructed. The intricate designs on the walls, windows and floors of the mosque made the most beautiful backdrop for the portraits.
 

What a gorgeous couple! Congratulations Farhana & Anthony! It was truly a pleasure to be a part of your special day. 

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Sweet 16 Photo Shoot and Photo Booth Rental at The Knights of Columbus Randolph, MA| MacKenzie

I recently rented a photo booth for MacKenzie's Sweet 16 at the Knights of Columbus in Randolph, MA. We also did a photo shoot before the party started. MacKenzie was absolutely beautiful and her photos came out amazing!

The Knights of Columbus is a great venue for baby showers, bridal showers, holiday parties, engagement parties, and retirement parties. It is located in the South Shore, just outside of Boston, MA.

Here is a peek from the photo shoot and birthday festivities.

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Marina Bay Engagement Session in Quincy, MA | Annmarie & Brian

I recently met up with Annmarie and Brian in Quincy, MA. We caught the tail end of a gorgeous sunset for their engagement shoot and photographed until there was no light left. Here’s a peek at our time together!

I am thrilled to capture this beautiful couple’s wedding ceremony this December at the Hampshire House in downtown Boston, MA.

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Country Club Wedding in N. Kingston, RI | Christine & Joe

I recently captured Christine and Joe's wedding ceremony at the Quidnessett Country Club in North Kingston, RI. The ceremony was supposed to take place outside in the beautifully manicured garden but there was a strong thunderstorm looming. They did not let the rain bring them down on their big day. The lovely couple said their 'I dos' with their Italian grayhound, Joseppi, right by their side. To make it even cuter, Joseppi was suited up in a tuxedo and bow tie!

The Quidnessett Country Club is a premier wedding venue in Rhode Island, just outside of downtown Providence, RI. The venue offers an incredible golf course and stunning views of the Narragansett Bay which creates a beautiful background for wedding photography and videography. 

Congratulations Christine and Joe!

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Photo Booth Rental at Regatta Events and Banquet Hall Eliot, ME | Father & Son's Joint Birthday

I recently rented a photo booth for a Father & Son's Joint 60th and 90th birthday party at the Regatta Events and Banquet Hall in Eliot, ME. What a fun night with this family full of doctors and dentists. 

With all the different glasses, necklaces, hats and props that come with the photo booth rental, there is literally something for everyone.

Happy Birthday Sal and Richard! 

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