Kate and Alex: Essex Wedding

I've known Kate for over a decade, and in this time I've been blessed to travel with her through many transitions. Alex has been part of Kate's life almost that long, and I remember meeting him for the first time in J.P. Licks when they were planning on moving to Boston some years ago.

More recently we've grown closer as two dog owning families, exchanging treats and walks, dog care and advice. They even brought Skittles the pug on their engagement shoot last fall!

In many ways Kate and Alex have had a tough year, so it was beautiful that, for one day, time stood still and they were able to realize how much they are loved by so many people. Kate and Alex held their wedding nestled in the forest at the Essex Conference Center, a beautiful, sculpture-filled retreat center that I would highly recommend.

I am so pleased to share these images with you, and want to take a moment to thank Kendra Engel for being the best 2nd shooter I could imagine!

Kate and Alex: I love you both and wish the world for you.

-Yana

Jennifer and David - A Literary Affair

I had a great time shooting Jennifer and David's Engagement Shots last fall, so I was thrilled when the end of the school year finally rolled around and I got to shoot the wedding! It was clear that Jen had been hard at work for many months making and getting all the details in place. The book leaf bouquets and the table signs of their favorite books both looked awesome!

David's family traditions were also a large part of the day - before the ceremony, both families gathered in a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, an event in which everyone shows their love and blessings for David and Jennifer's marriage.

There were many other fun surprises, including Stark the dog's sneak into Jen and David's first look as well as our impromptu photoshoot on the playground in Canton.

I wish these two the very best!