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How To Pick the Right Photographer for Your Wedding Day

We get this question ALL of the timeโ€ฆ Why are you the right photographer for us?

And itโ€™s a hard one!

Truth is, we arenโ€™t always the right photographer. There are so many amazing couples planning beautiful celebrations for their wedding days, and weโ€™re just not the right fit for every single one. A big part of the process of hiring your wedding vendors is finding that perfect fit. So what do I tell folks when they ask meโ€ฆ

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ENGAGEMENTS Amanda Macchia ENGAGEMENTS Amanda Macchia

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 youโ€™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 theyโ€™re real pros theyโ€™ll alsoโ€ฆ

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EDITORIAL, PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia EDITORIAL, PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia

Ice Castle Adventure Session with Abigail Seabrook

It was -10โ„‰ 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 couldnโ€™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 theseโ€ฆ

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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." ๐Ÿฅน 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!)โ€ฆ

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WEDDINGS Amanda Macchia WEDDINGS Amanda Macchia

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

Itโ€™s everyoneโ€™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 sinceโ€ฆ

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WEDDINGS Amanda Macchia WEDDINGS Amanda Macchia

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 itโ€™s stunning barn and brewhouse - what made this day truly special were the unique, personalized touches that A + A incorporated into itโ€ฆ

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ENGAGEMENTS Amanda Macchia ENGAGEMENTS Amanda Macchia

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 Centerโ€ฆ

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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 coupleโ€™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 servedโ€ฆ

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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! Iโ€™m kind of amazed at how many photos we got without people in the backgroundโ€ฆ

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GRADUATION, FAMILY, PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia GRADUATION, FAMILY, PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia

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 forโ€ฆ

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