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Mazel Tov: Sophia + Brad's Joyous Olio Peabody Wedding

Weโ€™re back at Olio! We love it here, and getting to work with the team at Kelly Elizabeth Events meant this day was going to be flawless. Sophia and Brad met on a blind date years back. Sophia taught Hebrew school and regularly tutored Bradโ€™s bossโ€™s children. He and his wife thought Brad would get along, so they fixed them up! The pair had their first date in Harvard Square and later got engaged on a trip to Maine at a sculpture garden overlooking the oceanโ€ฆ

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Booking For Fall 2024 Mini Sessions Is Now Open!

You know the deal by now! Bring on sweater weather, pumpkin spices everything, and all the apple cider donuts. Oh - and of course - Fall Minis! These joyful little sessions are such a fun way to celebrate family, and we can't wait to make some mini magic with you this October! Spots are extremely limited this year, so sign up nowโ€ฆ

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A Picture-Perfect Fall Wedding at The Mansion at Turner Hill

Theo and Travis constantly have us gooped and gagged. Just check out their engagement session in Newport, Rhode Island with Parker the pup. If you think we had enough outfit and location changes there, well just wait until you see this stunning wedding and T + T planned this past fall. Picture this: golden sunlight filtering through the trees, leaves crunching beneath your feet, and the sound of laughter filling the air. That's exactly what Theo and Travis experienced on their special dayโ€ฆ

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Love is a Downpour: An Unforgettable Engagement Shoot in Brooklyn's Prospect Heights

I love coming to New York for any reason really, but was extra extra excited when Matt and Eliza suggested Prospect Park as the location for their session. Even though Iโ€™ve spent so much of my time wandering NYC, Prospect Park was a place I never managed to visit and I was really pumped to do it with these two. We started at one of their favorite bars, The Branded Saloonโ€ฆ

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Embracing the Joy of Full Family Sessions: A Playful Fall Session at Torbert Macdonald Park

As summer heats up, Iโ€™m thinking about Fall! Weโ€™re gearing up to begin booking fall minis, and soon enough the air will turn crisp, the leaves will change, and itโ€™ll be time to celebrate the magic of fall with a family photo session. And let me tell you, there's something truly special about opting for a full family session versus just a mini sessionโ€”especially when you have a stunning location like Torbert Macdonald Park in Medford as your backdropโ€ฆ

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Welcoming Baby Lyra: A Sweet At-Home Newborn Session

There's nothing quite like the joy and excitement of welcoming a new addition to the family, and baby Lyra's at-home newborn session captured that magical moment perfectly. Surrounded by love, laughter, and a whole lot of cuddles, this sweet lifestyle session focused on capturing precious family moments that will be cherished for years to come. As baby Lyra made her grand entrance into the world, her parents, pup, and grandparents couldn't wait to shower her with love and affectionโ€ฆ.

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An Early Spring Wedding at the Red Lion Inn with Adriane + Dave

Iโ€™m so thrilled to share the story of Adriane and Dave's April wedding at The Red Lion Inn in Massachusetts. This popular venue is great for Boston-area couples and anyone looking for a turnkey venue that doesnโ€™t sacrifice quality. Nestled in the heart of Cohasset, The Red Lion Inn is a gem of a venue that perfectly blends rustic charmโ€ฆ

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Embrace the Seasons: A Tale of Two Harvard Square Engagement Sessions

Today, we're diving into the magic of golden hour with not one, but two Harvard Square engagement sessions. Each set against the backdrop of the changing seasons, these sessions capture the beauty and diversity of love in all its forms. Our first engagement session takes place in late fall when the air is crisp and the leaves are ablaze with vibrant hues of burnt orange and gold. As the sun begins its descent, casting a warm glow over the landscape, our couple snuggles up amidst the autumnal splendorโ€ฆ

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Rise and Shine: Book Your Sunrise Engagement Session at the Arnold Arboretum!

A couple of years ago we had a sunrise session in the Seaport, with a 2nd location set for the Arboretum. When we arrived it was maybe an hour or so after sunrise and I was floored. I have spent many, many afternoons here with my clients, and golden hours always slap. But thereโ€™s something else about mornings at Harvard Universityโ€™s Arnold Arboretum. It was clear to me that I needed to convince one of my couples to meet me here for a sunrise sessionโ€ฆ

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Planning Your City Hall Wedding: Tips and Inspiration from Emma and Bill's Quincy City Hall Celebration

Hey there, lovebirds! If you're considering a city hall wedding, let me tell youโ€”it's the epitome of intimate, fuss-free romance. Just take it from Emma and Bill, who recently tied the knot at Quincy City Hall before celebrating with their nearest and dearest at Mama Maria's in the North End. Let's dive into their story and glean some tips for planning your own city hall weddingโ€ฆ

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Chasing Sunsets at Crane's Beach with Laer + Vanessa

Crane's Beach is one of my favorite coastal photo spots in the area. Not only did I grow up going to this beautiful place, but so many of my couples love how close it is to Boston and the option to explore the beach as well as the dunes. Off-season, the crowds have dispersed, and the beach is ours for the taking! Our couple were total powerhousesโ€ฆ

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Posing Tips for Enby and Queer Couples: Let's Get Adventurous!

So, picture this: it's a crisp fall day in Boston, and we're gearing up for an epic engagement session with a badass couple Our location? A hidden oasis right smack dab in the heart of the cityโ€”a pond surrounded by lush greenery, with just a hint of autumn in the air. The leaves hadn't quite gotten the memo yet, so we didn't have that picturesque fall foliage to work with. But hey, we're all about making lemonade out of lemons, right? And let me tell you, we nailed itโ€ฆ

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A Late Fall Engagement Session at Arnold Arboretum

As a photographer, there are moments when everything aligns perfectly: the setting sun casting its golden hue, a picturesque location, and a couple so in love it's palpable. Such was the case during our engagement session at the Arnold Arboretum with Adriane and Dave. The Arboretum was a riot of color as the leaves transitioned from green to fiery hues of burnt orange and red, and Adrianeโ€™s floral yellow dress seemed to capture the warmth of late autumn perfectlyโ€ฆ

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A Wedding at the Metropolitan Waterworks Museum

I love a full-circle moment, and these two have such a special one! Briana and Matt both went to the same college and were active in the comedy scene on campus. While they knew one another, they didnโ€™t interact much. Until three years after college when the pair reconnected on the dance floor at a mutual friendโ€™s wedding. The coupleโ€™s love of architecture was always a big part of their story. They chose the Waltham Watch Factory for their engagement sessionโ€ฆ

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