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PORTRAIT, CHILDREN, FAMILY, Studio Amanda Macchia PORTRAIT, CHILDREN, FAMILY, Studio Amanda Macchia

Now Booking Full Bloom โ€” Spring-Inspired Studio Mini Sessions AMP

Full Bloom is a seasonal Spring Mini Session designed to capture light, warmth, and connection in a bright studio setting. Featuring a cream loveseat framed with soft florals, these limited sessions are perfect for families, couples, and creatives looking for joyful, polished images that feel fresh and alive.

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PORTRAIT, Studio Amanda Macchia PORTRAIT, Studio Amanda Macchia

She Was Always a Star: Briar Blush, RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18, and the Magic We Made Before the Mainstage

Boston's own pin-up princess Briar Blush brought her retro-gothic glamour to RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 โ€” and weโ€™ve had a front-row seat to her artistry long before she ever stepped into the werk room. This post celebrates Briar's unforgettable run on the show as we look back at the creative partnership between one of Boston's most exciting drag performers and AMP!

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WEDDINGS Amanda Macchia WEDDINGS Amanda Macchia

Getting Married at the Boston Public Library: Cost, Wait Times & What to Expect

The Boston Public Library is one of the most iconic wedding venues in New England โ€” but booking it takes planning, and the costs can surprise you. This guide breaks down pricing across every space, how far in advance you need to book, and a little-known $200 micro-ceremony option in the stunning Guastavino Room. Whether you're dreaming of a grand 300-person reception in Bates Hall or an intimate elopement with 12 guests, here's everything you need to know before you reach out.

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WEDDINGS, ELOPEMENTS Amanda Macchia WEDDINGS, ELOPEMENTS Amanda Macchia

 Queerly Beloved: How Six Wedding Vendors Threw the Most Magical LGBTQ+ Wedding Day Boston Has Ever Seen

On January 5, 2025, six Boston-area wedding professionals came together to create something the city had never seen before. Queerly Beloved โ€” co-founded by Amanda Macchia Photography, One Bell Designs, DJ Dayglow, Dearly Studio, Althea Floral Design, and Lensy Michelle - along with several other vendor partners - brought seven LGBTQ+ couples to the altar for free micro-wedding ceremonies at The Sinclair in Cambridge, followed by a dance party open to all. Over 400 guests showed up. $4,000 was raised for the Trevor Project.

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PORTRAIT, BRANDING, Studio Amanda Macchia PORTRAIT, BRANDING, Studio Amanda Macchia

Open Studios with AMP | High Impact Studio Minis for Artists and Creators

Open Studios with AMP offers fast, affordable studio mini sessions designed for artists and creators who need bold, polished images without committing to a full shoot. With a seamless white backdrop, sculpted light, and intentional direction, these 15 minute sessions deliver strong, versatile content you can use immediately. Perfect for performers, small business owners, and creatives ready to refresh their presence.

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WEDDINGS Amanda Macchia WEDDINGS Amanda Macchia

Shepherdโ€™s Run Weddings: A Stunning Rhode Island Venue

Shepherdโ€™s Run in Rhode Island offers couples a versatile and romantic setting for their wedding day. From lush outdoor grounds to elegant indoor spaces, this venue accommodates all couples, including queer couples, even on rainy days. See how one coupleโ€™s rainy-day wedding was transformed into a gorgeous celebration, with photos across the estate and heartfelt indoor moments.

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FAMILY, CHILDREN Amanda Macchia FAMILY, CHILDREN Amanda Macchia

How to Prepare for an At-Home Newborn & Family Photography Session

Capturing your familyโ€™s first days together at home creates timeless, intimate memories. This guide from a Boston and Somerville-based at-home family photographer covers everything you need to knowโ€”from preparing your home and baby to choosing outfits and propsโ€”so your newborn or family session is relaxed, safe, and beautiful.

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WEDDINGS Amanda Macchia WEDDINGS Amanda Macchia

Sarah & Marinโ€™s Intimate Winter Elopement at Arnold Arboretum

Sarah and Marinโ€™s winter elopement at Arnold Arboretum was cozy, intimate, and full of joy. Just a few of their closest friends were there to witness them say their vows, surrounded by snow and the golden glow of the setting sun. It felt quiet, magical, and completely them โ€” the kind of day where every laugh, glance, and tiny moment gets to shine. From a surprise beach proposal along the New England coast to this perfect winter wedding, their story is full of adventure, love, and getting to share it with the people who matter most.

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Winter Engagement Sessions in Beacon Hill: Brownstones, Lights, and Holiday Magic

Thereโ€™s nothing quite like a winter engagement session in Bostonโ€™s historic Beacon Hill. From its iconic brick sidewalks and gaslit streets to twinkling holiday lights and charming brownstones, this neighborhood becomes pure magic when snow is falling and the city is glowing. Whether youโ€™re bundled up for a romantic stroll or cozying up near a decorated doorway, a Beacon Hill session in the winter is full of intimate, timeless moments.

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WEDDINGS, ELOPEMENTS Amanda Macchia WEDDINGS, ELOPEMENTS Amanda Macchia

Crystal & Andiโ€™s Intimate Dearly Studio + Wild Child Wedding

Crystal and Andiโ€™s Dearly Studio wedding at Bow Market was the kind of celebration that radiated authenticity, love, and queer joy. The two met back in 2015 at Aeronaut Brewing Company trivia night โ€” bonding over identical beer orders and late-night conversation. Nearly a decade later, they were surrounded by their closest friends, raising a glass of champagne in the bright, tastefully designed Dearly Studio before heading to Wild Child for a cozy, wine-filled reception. Both in sequins โ€” Crystal in a floor-length dusty rose gown and Andi in a dark green mini dress โ€” their day felt effortlessly them: bold, intimate, and full of community.

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