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Sarah & Sean | Grounds for Sculpture engagement

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Sarah and I went to high school together, so when we reconnected over Facebook and I found out that she wanted me to be her wedding photographer, I was so honored! We met up again a few months ago in one of her favorite places–Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton, New Jersey. It’s a contemporary sculpture park with beautifully landscaped grounds. I couldn’t have thought of a more unique and fun location to catch up with her, get to know Sean, and make some lovely images of them together! I’m so glad Sarah introduced me to the park, and though it’s a ways away from Boston, I hope to visit there again soon.

I’ll be shooting Sarah and Sean’s wedding this August and can’t be more excited! Here are a few of my favorites from their engagement session…

Grounds for sculpture engagement session in Hamilton, NJ New Jersey engagement session at Grounds for Sculpture Bamboo forest engagement session in New Jersey

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Oahu & Hawaii Island

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

I consider myself very lucky to know special people in Honolulu whom I can visit and ring in the new year with (for the second year in a row!). This time I had a week on Oahu and then made my way over to the Big Island for a few days. The time was spent kayaking, snorkeling, paddle boarding, hiking across craters and lava flows, exploring black and white sand beaches, watching numerous sunsets (including one ABOVE the clouds!), stargazing, and taking in the sunshine and oh-so-many incredible views. Such an amazing way to welcome 2012!

punalu'u black sand beach hawaii island

ala moana honolulu hawaii

punalu'u beach and halema'uma'u crater big island photography

honolulu view from diamondhead crater

kcc market honolulu oahu hawaii

waimea rock oahu photography

mauna kea hawaii island photography

makalawena beach sea turtle

makalawena white sand beach hawaii island

sunset beach north shore and waikiki beach

kilauea crater trail

lanikai beach from pillbox hike view

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January 17, 2012 - 11:17 am

Meredith Perdue - Ah! These are incredible and brought so much warmth to my snowy morning!

January 17, 2012 - 12:16 pm

Bobby - Wow, these pictures are great. I especially like the guy in the yellow kneeling with his surfboard.

January 17, 2012 - 2:48 pm

jeningphoto - Thanks! I love that surfer picture too. He spent a couple of minutes in that exact position..I believe he was praying to the ocean gods for a safe ride. Pretty cool to watch. :)

January 17, 2012 - 3:45 pm

Kelly Dillon - Jen! These are beautiful!! You have a travel photographer talent!!

January 17, 2012 - 8:44 pm

Briana moore - Gorgeous! Definitely a wonderful way to start 2012. :)

2011 Weddings and Engagements

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

2011 has been a special year for many reasons, but one that makes it most memorable for me is that I went from shooting weddings part-time to being a full-time wedding photographer. I wouldn’t be able to do what I do without all of the wonderful couples that I’ve had the chance to work with on their engagements and weddings. Thank you so much for your trust in my work and for opening up your lives to me. It’s been a year of sweet moments, immense love, all-out celebration, and many, many special photographs, so I wanted to take this time to look back on some of my favorites from the year. I have some sessions from the last couple of months that I still need to share, but those will have to wait until I return from my holiday travels in January. Until then, you’ll see a few sneak peeks below!

If these images are any indication, it’s going to be a fabulous 2012…

Boston wedding at the Commandant's House - bride walking down stairs

Maine apple orchard wedding

Elm Bank wedding in Wellesley MA - ceremony

Harvard wedding at Adolphus Busch Hall - Cambridge, MA

Boston wedding at the Goethe-Institut - First Look

grounds for sculture engagement session

Boston engagement session in the Back Bay

harvard cambridge engagement

New Englad beach wedding at Manchester Bath and Tennis Club

Boston wedding at the Commandant's House - father walking bride down the aisle

Wellesley engagement session

new hampshire wedding at wentworth by the sea country club- bride and groom portraits

mit chapel wedding in cambridge ma - ceremony

Elm Bank wedding in Wellesley, MA - bride and groom portraits

Boston beach wedding - tennis portraits

Maine backyard wedding

Charles River engagement session in Cambridge - couple at sunset

St. Gregory's wedding in Boston

Boston Public Garden wedding portraits

harvard square engagement session

grounds for sculpture engagement - smiling couple

Boston esplanade engagement session

massachusetts beach wedding at manchester bath and tennis club

colonnade hotel wedding in boston back bay - bride and groom

South End Boston engagement session

boston esplanade engagement session

south end boston engagement session - couple walking down street

goethe institut boston wedding - best man toast

boston public library wedding portraits - bride and groom

mit chapel and boston museum of science wedding - portraits

Boston wedding at Hei La Moon

wentworth by the sea country club wedding in new hampshire - reception dancing

Boston tent wedding at the Commandant's House

Boston MA beach wedding - bride with flower girl

See you next year!

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December 27, 2011 - 12:41 pm

Briana moore - SO many beautiful images, but I especially adore the bride spinning around the child. The light/emotion is amazing :)

Ketaki & Sam | Beacon Hill and Public Garden engagement

Thursday, December 15, 2011

One of the first things I ask couples when I consult with them about shooting their wedding or during our engagement session is, “How did you meet?” When I asked Ketaki and Sam this question, I was expecting one of the usual stories–meeting through a mutual friend, at school, at work, through a dating website, etc.–and instead heard an answer that is less typical for this region of the world yet is personally very close to me since my parents were brought together the same way: arranged marriage. I think it’s common to misconstrue the concept and meaning behind it, so I’m excited to share their photographs which help show what I think it boils down to: two people being brought together who otherwise wouldn’t have met, who have incredible respect for and trust in their families and their culture, and who have another way of viewing marriage and how that relationship can develop. And, of course, two people who are so, so excited to be together. :)

Here are some of my favorites from our stroll through Beacon Hill and the Public Garden…

Boston engagement session portraits - happy couple

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December 16, 2011 - 10:33 am

Lauren Methia - Great session! Love the colors!

Amanda & Ajay | Wentworth by the Sea Country Club Wedding

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Amanda and Ajay’s wedding was held at the Wentworth by the Sea Country Club in Rye, New Hampshire. It was a beautiful September celebration, though from the images and the pops of pink color it really feels like spring or summer! What I loved most about their day was that they really put spending time with their guests and making sure everyone enjoyed themselves at the top of their priority list. They scheduled most of their portraits to be done before the ceremony so that they could spend quality time with loved ones during the cocktail hour. They also included some Indian dance instruction during the reception to incorporate Ajay’s culture into the day while making sure all of the guests could participate. Finally, they extended their night with an after-party at a local bar so that they could have even more time with their friends before the night was officially over. Such a fun time!

Here are some of my favorites from the day…