Monday, May 21, 2012

Rachel and Scott - A Quiet Engagement Shoot on Beacon Hill

One of the frequent challenges of taking engagement photographs is finding a location that feels private. However, this time around, Rachel told me, "I have just the place," as she led me through a series of gates and tunnels. We had stepped into a magical courtyard in the heart of the city, complete with goldfish, stone walls, and great doorways.

I was so glad to finally meet with Rachel and Scott! I knew I was in for a treat, since Rachel looks and even sounds like her cousin Sarah, who I had the privilege of photographing two years ago. Together, Rachel and Scott are planning an old fashioned DIY Maine wedding for September. Needless to say, I can't wait! Here are a few images from our fun afternoon together.













Congratulations, Rachel and Scott!

Monday, March 19, 2012

Farrah Family Fall Photographs

I love these ladies and their contagious energy! It was great to spend an afternoon feeding off all the three year old enthusiasm.




Saturday, September 24, 2011

Micah and Nicole's Wedding Weekend

It's almost impossible to sum up the amount of fun we had rockin' it in Millinocket last weekend. Between the beautiful blue sky, the breathtaking view of Katahdin, and the quaint surprises left all around by Micah, Nicole, Nancy, Mike, and all of the family and friends who pitched in, we were smiling and laughing at every turn. Thank you, Nicole, for opening your heart and home to all of us - we look forward to years of celebration to come.






Saturday, September 10, 2011

Happy Birthday Farrah!

Talya and I were blessed to join our friends and their daughter Farrah for her 3rd birthday. Farrah greeted us under the pink balloon, telling us, "so... let me show you around," as she led us into the back yard where her party was beginning. Together we painted, celebrated, and gave thanks for all of the progress that they have made together.


































































































Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Ursula and Joe Engagement Session

Techie meets teacher and they fall in love. Get a cat, plan a math-themed Maine wedding, and they're off to a new life together. We had to dodge some thunderstorms and take an early Thai dinner to get these photos done, but in the end it all worked out. Congratulations, Ursula and Joe!

 







Sunday, July 24, 2011

O, Sweet Summer!

Our growing season might be short, but New Englanders can really bring it when it comes to fresh produce. The Portland Farmer's Market has really become the place to be on a Saturday morning. From a small collection of booths just a few years ago to a hearty expanse of folks sharing their goods, it has been exciting to see so many people come together over local foods. And yes, the carrots were both sweet and ginormous!












































































 I was so happy to see Maine's commit to both sustainable agriculture and access to good food for all:






































Yes, Maine is the way life should be.

Sunday, July 17, 2011

Jamaica Plain Lantern Festival

Last weekend I had the pleasure of showing my cousin and her happy family around Boston. We packed up the baby, the dogs, and the cameras, and went up to Forest Hills cemetery for the annual Jamaica Plain Lantern Festival. I had only been to the cemetery once before, last summer when I was shooting Sarah and Del's engagement photos. I was glad to return to this spot for another event. Check out some of the shots below:

At first lanterns stay clumped at the edges, afraid to venture out into the deep water
























Hundreds of lanterns float towards the center of the lake, which reflects light from the full moon
























Photographers, dogs, and families peeped through the trees at the edge of the pond












































Goodnight everyone.