Preparing for your Engagement Session

Requests have been flooding in ever since the holiday about engagement sessions and wedding packages. I am SO thrilled for all of my new couples and want to help them have the BEST session they can. Julita, Dale and I met up at Larz Anderson park mid morning, which is a time I usually like to avoid for sessions. If you’re ever stuck in a situation where you have to hold your session mid-day, your photographer will probably want to find pockets of shade to pose you in, but if they’re real pros they’ll also…

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Ice Castle Adventure Session with Abigail Seabrook

It was -10℉ and windy when we ventured into the White Mountains for this photoshoot. Our model and friend Abigail Seabrook was an absolute powerhouse to work with under those conditions. We couldn’t have done it without her partner Dylan and my P.A. Mike Krodel. It really makes such a difference having a team on days like these…

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Tracey + Bennet's Elegant Newport Wedding at The Chanler

Mike and I got a thank you card from Tracey's parents shortly after their wedding with a note to us from each of them. The one from her dad simply says "When I think of you, I smile." 🥹 I love Tracey and Bennet's story because these days, it's anything but average. This pair met over 7 years ago at a fitness center. She was on the stair master doing her thing, and he just kinda walked up to her and asked for her number (go Bennet!)…

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Venue Review: Friendly Crossways, a Rustic Farm with a Backyard Feel

It’s everyone’s favorite Boston-area wedding venue that feels like your own amazing backyard - Friendly Crossways! This little rustic barn venue has a rich and storied history that dates back over 100 years. Originally established as a Quaker retreat center in the early 1900s, the property has been a haven for spiritual seekers and nature lovers ever since…

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A Very Hoppy Fall Wedding at the Brewery at Four Star Farms

Where to start with this wedding?! Held at Four Star Farms, a unique wedding venue in Western Massachusetts known for its picturesque hops fields, pops of foliage, and it’s stunning barn and brewhouse - what made this day truly special were the unique, personalized touches that A + A incorporated into it…

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A Sunny White Mountains Proposal Atop Cathedral Ledge

Love is a beautiful thing, and when it comes to proposals, it's hard not to get swept away in the magic of it all. Recently, Yash proposed to his partner on a warm, sunny September morning at the lookout on Cathedral Ledge in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. It was such a sweet moment, and one that they'll both cherish for the rest of their lives.

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It's time for Spring Mini Sessions with Amanda Macchia Photography!

Spring is here, and what better way to celebrate than with a beautiful outdoor photo session? Join us for our Spring Mini Sessions at the Arnold Arboretum. This park is one of my favorite places to celebrate Spring, with so many colorful blooms and lush green backgrounds. The best part? All proceeds will be going to the Transgender Law Center…

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An Intimate Chinese Wedding at the Arcadian

We love an intimate celebration! This small, Chinese wedding began with a tea ceremony at the super fun Arcadian Hotel in Brookline in the couple’s hotel room, followed by family photos and couples photos. Tea ceremonies are a traditional of a Chinese wedding. Sin-Lei and Yushi bowed and served tea to their parents and grandparents as a sign of respect, gratitude, and appreciation. Their elders then take a sip of tea and offer blessings to the couple. The tea is often served…

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Zac + Devon's Winter Island Park Wedding

Salem was a zoo during the month of October when Zac + Devon and all their family and friends traveled up from the south for their destination wedding at Winter Island Park. We met up with them outside of the famous house from Hocus Pocus and made our way through the city of Salem to as many iconic spots as we could. Talk about waiting out the crowds! I’m kind of amazed at how many photos we got without people in the background…

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Winter Senior Session at Beaver Brook Reservation in Belmont

Winter can be a magical time for photo shoots, especially for senior sessions and portraits. The crisp air, frosty landscapes, and cozy comfort-wear provide a perfect combination for capturing blissful winter memories. If you're looking for a unique location for your senior session, Beaver Brook Reservation in Belmont, Massachusetts, might be just what you're looking for…

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A Couples Session + Graduation Shoot at Harvard Business School

The Harvard Business School campus is surrounded by lush green spaces, gorgeous brickwork, covered walkways and wrought iron details and is within walking distance of Harvard Square, making it convenient and fun for graduation sessions…

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A Playful North End Engagement Session with Kelsey + Mel

Get ready for puppies! Well, one puppy and her two adorable elder siblings. Follow along as we wander playfully from the North End, through little alleyways and small parks, ending on the Harborwalk with giggles and sunset kisses…

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An Enchanting Hope Artist Village Wedding for Amanda and Jonathan

Although it’s a bit of blank slate of a space and that can require a bit more planning on the couple’s part, Hope Artist Village has a lot of built in backdrops for your event and for gorgeous photos due to its unique blend of history and industrial charm…

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Love in the Stacks - An Emmanuel College Engagement Session

We joined Abbi and James at their alma mater and the place where their love first blossomed, Emmanuel College in Boston. We started off in the library, where the couple spent countless hours studying together and falling in love. We wandered through the stacks, caught hidden moments between books, and spent a little time pretending to study…

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A Seaside Ice Skating Date + Proposal in Newport with Mikayla Nogueira

We planned an intimate Newport date night and seaside proposal under twinkle lights ON AN ICE SKATING RINK! for Mikayla Nogueira and her fiancé Cody. Just wait until you see all of this beauty and love!

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Vivian + John's Seaside Saybrook Point Wedding

Old Saybrook in late summer is simply stunning. This little coastal town is full of quaint, historical charm with an unexpected elegance to it. We were delighted to explore its Marina for Vivian + John’s wedding! From the Three Stories Guesthouse to the Lighthouse Bridal Suite out on the docks, we were smitten!

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Moody Fall Maternity Session at Purgatory Chasm

This moody maternity session was dreamt up by Sarah and I last fall. She put her trust me. Between her initial ideas and my guidance to style our session, we created some of my favorite images. The bright orange of the fall leaves against the charcoal grey of Purgatory Chasm's stone created an idyllic backdrop to the witchy, magical maternity gowns Sarah and I chose from Flutter Dress…

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Natalie + Breanne's Coolidge Corner Engagement Session

We met Natalie and Breanne in one of their favorite neighborhoods, Coolidge Corner in Brookline, to create the perfect date day. We started our photo adventure at Brookline Booksmith and then headed around the neighborhood before stopping for a pie at Otto pizza…

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Tufts Graduation: Individual vs. Group Sessions

Solo vs. Group Graduation Sessions. Which should you do? As you get ready for graduation, you may be considering a photo session to celebrate your accomplishments. If that’s the case, we think it helps to consider which type of session you want to do.

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