Lisa and Suzy’s Portsmouth NH Engagement Session

Where do I even begin to tell you about Lisa and Suzy? When Dan and I first met them this past February, we met quite possibly the most welcoming people in the world. Even though we were there to talk business and find out if we were going to be a good fit for their wedding, Dan and I felt an almost immediate comfort around them, like they were hosting us, even in a restaurant. When we left that night, Dan and I felt like we had stumbled into an unforgettable relationship and we were blessed to not only know them, but to be able to photograph their wedding this July.

After 18 years together, Lisa and Suzy will officially tie the knot in Portsmouth NH and we cannot wait to be there to not only photography it, but to see two of our friends marry one another.

For their engagement session, we met them at the Venue where they will be holding their reception and got to see the place up close and personal before the big day. After the rooftop fun, we headed to their house and met their two dogs, and got to just spend time with them while they did what they do, which is honestly the most genuine place for couple to be. It was a pleasure.

Amber and Mark’s Boothbay Harbor ME Engagement Session

Amber and Mark wanted us to photograph their rehearsal dinner, but the boat ride would only last 2 hours. They decided to have a mini-engagment session with us before we all embarked on a cruise around the Boothbay area. The weather was unparalleled. It was truly the most perfect weather in my opinion for a day in Maine.

During this session, they gave one another gifts.  Amber gave Mark a handsome watch and Mark gave Amber diamond earrings, which she showed off all night long, (and I assume for years to come). Mark actually grew up in Boothbay. As we were walking around the town and visiting some of his favorites spots, (including the candy store he worked at as a kid), I asked him if he was aware of this place. What I meant was, did he see the town for all its beauty and charm, or was it simply home and therefore not on his radar? He assured me that it was not lost on him. Whew!

Danielle and Will’s Cambridge MA Engagement Session

We have to start by telling you that the way Will looks at Danielle is something we don’t see a lot. He adores her and there is absolutely NO denying it when you see how he holds her, snuggles her, and simply looks at her. It was almost distracting. The energy between these two was something to note. It was like they had known one another all their lives but were in no way, over it.

On the day of our engagement session, Danielle had just moved to Boston, to be with her fiancé Will. As much as she misses Philadelphia, she was so happy to be starting a life with Will here in Boston, even though he won’t eat bologna and she loves the stuff.

We walked around near the Charles and then headed to their neighborhood in Inman Square and visited some of their favorite local haunts. It was a perfect evening, full of laughs and nuzzling. Their wedding looks like it is going to be a joining of two people who will be together forever.

 

2011: Favorite Photos

In the ninth hour, Dan and I finally sat down to look through our hard work of 2011 and review all the images we took through weddings, engagement sessions, family sessions, and commercial shoots. We closed our eyes and thought of the images that came to mind instantly and want to share them with you. It’s amazing to see all the people we got to meet and share really precious moments with throughout 12 short months. Everyone will have a lasting impression on our lives and on our work and portfolio. We are blessed to have met all of you and are grateful to you for choosing us to capture what was important to you. You really rocked out world. Here’s to 2012 and all that it holds!

Lyndsey and Ben’s Boston MA Engagement Session

Talk about a gorgeous afternoon! It was a far cry from the weather the day we had to cancel their first scheduled engagement session. It looks like the weather rewarded us for being wise. The leaves in Boston were at their absolute peak for the season and the weather was more than perfect. We got to stroll around the city in buttery light with perfect temps with this sweet couple that we now ADORE! Lyndsey and Ben met us at their absolute favorite restaurant, the Mistral. We had the place to ourselves and got to capture some really fun images of them hanging out in a place they love. We walked to Copley Square and the famous John Hancock building. Later we walked along the Commonwealth Avenue Park and ended the evening at the Esplanade. We couldn’t have asked for more with these two. They were full of love for one another and it was a breeze to get on camera. Their wedding next year is going to be at a music hall, which just might be awesome enough to top this afternoon… but just barely.

We almost forgot, the English Bulldog’s name is Lola!