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Why You Should Rent a Private Estate in Vermont for Your Dream Wedding + A Few of My Favorite Venues

If you're dreaming of a non-traditional wedding surrounded by nature, thereโ€™s no better place than the great state of Vermont. Especially a private estate in Vermont with a charming pond, rolling green hills, and total privacy to celebrate with your closest friends and family. Whatever type of day youโ€™re planningโ€ฆ

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Why Flexibility is Key in Wedding Planning & Why City Hall Plaza is the Perfect Boston Elopement Spot

When I first met Annie and Eli years ago it was to photograph their engagement session. We had wildly different plans for their wedding day. But in 2024, four years after the start of the pandemic, COVID was what changed everything for them. I woke up on the morning of their wedding to texts and voicemails from a tearful sounding Annie who had chosen to cancel their wedding in order to keep everyone involved healthy. We obviously were there to stand by them during such a difficult time and told them to just reach out when they were ready...

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We're now a Preferred Vendor at Ipswich Country Club!

Ipswich Country Club offers a unique and stunning location for couples seeking an unforgettable wedding experience. Nestled in the heart of Massachusetts' scenic North Shore, this private country club provides breathtaking views, elegant indoor and outdoor spaces, and impeccable service, making it a favorite among local couples - and we happen to be a preferred vendor!

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WEDDINGS, ELOPEMENTS Amanda Macchia WEDDINGS, ELOPEMENTS Amanda Macchia

A Blackโ€™s Creek Elopement for These Two College Sweethearts

These two college sweethearts eloped and it was perfection! I met them at Merrymount Park in Quincy by the gazebo. The sky was overcast and their was a chill to the air, but we all knew this was happening rain or shine - and I LOVE that energy. From the moment I met them on the morning of their wedding, they were full of laughter and joyโ€ฆ

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Mike and Nicole's Chelmsford Elopement Tale

Mike and Nicole's story began in the bustling halls of Chelmsford High School, where they first formed a deep bond as friends. Little did they know that the foundation of their enduring connection was being laid during those formative years. Years later, as their friendship blossomed, I had the privilege of hosting a gathering that would change the course of their storyโ€ฆ

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My Best Friend's "Wedding"

When my best friends told me hey were joining their lives forever, and filing for their domestic partnership, I was already over the moon. To top it all off, they wanted to let me photograph the day for them. They started their day with breakfast followed by private vows at one of their favorite libraries, and then headed to Somerville City Hall to file their paperwork, officially! Thatโ€™s where we met up with them and started our sessionโ€ฆ

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WEDDINGS, EDITORIAL Amanda Macchia WEDDINGS, EDITORIAL Amanda Macchia

Editorial: Juicy Spring Elopement at a Flower Shop

Lusting after Spring much? Us too! This juicy, bright, colorful editorial is inspired by the times - offbeat elopements are whatโ€™s in, so why not get married at your neighborhood flower shop? What more do you need but a spot with beautiful light and clean white walls to make all of your details POP. Added bonus: flower shops come with dope florists who can transform any space...

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Editorial: Caught In a Snow Globe - A Modern Winter Elopement at The Liberty Hotel

The Liberty Hotel is a historic landmark in Boston. This former jail turned upscale hotel is located right next to the red line, the Charles River, and Beacon Hill, and of course not far from city hall, making it the perfect spot for your Boston Elopement. A snowy winter day, combined with the pandemic, made for a quiet lobby and one epic photo session

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Wedding: E + C's Flowery Backyard Microwedding

E + C are just another couple in a long line of incredible, resilient, creative clients of ours that stun us with their ingenuity and flexibility during such difficult times. This full-day Lyman Estate event turned backyard Microwedding spared no elegance or detail.

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