Cambridge, MA Yoga Photo Shoot {Barre & Soul Teacher Trainee Mini Sessions}

Lately, I have been thinking about how incredibly fortunate I am to have the energy that surrounds me in my work. From my amazing clients' infectious smiles and their calming and energizing natures, to the beautiful studios and breathtaking scenic Boston locations, and even to my light-filled home office and snuggly kitty, I am able to soak in so much love and so much positivity. I am truly thankful for this every day. Places like Barre & Soul Harvard Square energize me. They calm me. They leave me smiling ear to ear as I walk back to my car and commute home. I was able to work with their yoga teacher trainees earlier this week for a series of mini sessions and between the space and the people, I can't tell you how fortune I feel to be doing what I do. What an incredible group of women! I hope you enjoy these previews.

Congratulations to the teacher trainees on graduating from you 200 hour yoga teacher training program!

You can learn more about the yoga and barre teacher training offered at Barre & Soul, right here. And, for those asking about the gorgeous hair braid on the beautiful Catyn Piven (fuschia pants, infectious smile), she was styled by the super talented Amanda Andella.)

If you're interested in learning more about yoga photo shoots, please contact me today.

Boston, MA Yoga Photo Shoot along The Charles River Esplanade

This photo shoot is exactly what I love about Boston. There is just something about the charm of the city, the beauty of the Charles {as long as you're not swimming in it} and the whole energy of being near the water and near the city at the same time. The sail boats, the sunsets, the touristy gondolas all play at my heart strings every time. The Esplanade along the Charles River will always have a place in my heart after taking countless walks there while at BU. At the time I didn't realize how lucky I was to have the city at my fingertips.

If you're interested in booking a yoga or barre photo shoot for yourself or your studio, please contact me today.

Groton, MA Wedding at The Barn at Gibbet Hill {Samantha and Michael}

This wedding has been featured on Borrowed & Blue!

I am so excited to share a few previews from Samantha and Michael's gorgeous wedding day this past May. Sam and Mike chose The Barn at Gibbet Hill in Groton, MA for their rustic themed barn wedding. The girls wore brilliant red bridesmaids gowns that photographed like a dream and the groomsmen touted dapper grey suits with small succulent boutonnières. {You may already know, I am a sucker for succulents.} Les Fleurs decorated the day not only with gorgeous bouquets for the bride and bridal party but also with a beautiful ladder archway arrangement for the ceremony that was completely stunning. I am constantly in awe of florists' abilities to transform a space with their creations. Speaking of, I am thrilled to share that Lizzie Baker Designs created the most beautiful paper succulent place cards for this wedding. They were just so unbelievably beautiful. {Lizzie not only created all of the bouquets and boutonnières for my wedding but also is a close personal friend and I can't help but gush over her amazing work. My jaw is constantly on the floor when she shows me her designs.} These florals are some of my very favorites of her creations.

Sam and Mike were just amazing to work with, super happy, so in love, and completely radiant on their wedding day. They both had the absolute best smiles during their ceremony and I am pretty sure there wasn't a dry eye in the crowd when the two of them read their personalized wedding vows.

I absolutely loved being a part of their beautiful wedding day. Without further ado, please enjoy some photographs from Sam and Mike's wedding.

Here's a shout out to all of the vendors that made this day possible!

Venue: The Barn at Gibbet Hill

Florals: Les Fleurs

Place Cards: Lizzie Baker Designs

Bride's Dress: Vows Bridal Outlet

Bride's Hair: Deanna Warwick, Verde Salon, Braintree, MA

Bride's Makeup: Amanda McCarthy

Bridesmaids' Dresses: Alfred Angelo (This store has since closed.)

Groom's and Groomsmen's Suits: Jos. A Bank

Groom's and Groomsmen's Shoes: Kenneth Cole

Rings: Cliffords Jewelers, Boston, MA

Ceremony Music: Emma Galloway

Reception DJ: Edward Kelley

Wedding Cake: Konditor Meister

Groom's Cake: Jessica Corsentino

And details from the following Etsy Shops:

Bride's Shoes: Sharina Wedding

Bride's Hair Flower: Pure Blooms

Wedding Program Chalkboard Signs: Keep Life Simple Design

Pick a Seat Not a Side Sign: The Peculiar Pelican

Groom's Cufflinks: Spiffing Jewelry

Garter: Anna Brides

Ring Bearer Pillow: Happiest Creations

Guest Book Sign: Willow Road Designs

Wedding Pillow: Eab Designs

Gift and Card Signs: Country Bliss Designs

Guest Book: Tracy Rodriguez Photography

Photography: Tracy Rodriguez Photography with Michael Carmen Photography

If you're interested in booking a wedding package or would like more information, please contact me today.

Narragansett, RI Engagement Session on Scarborough Beach {Erin + Brian + Braiden}

Amazingly, in the midst of the heat wave earlier this week, the weather cooled down for one night, providing the perfect temperature, a light breeze, a calm ocean, and that golden beachy evening light that seems to last forever. It was truly the perfect day to photograph Erin and Brian's engagement session with their son, Braiden. Erin and Brian are getting married next month at The Towers in Narragansett, RI and we photographed their engagement session just down the road at Scarborough Beach. With such amazing weather, all of the beaches were packed full of families enjoying the day, but we were lucky to find a little alcove with flat sand, beautiful rocks and a distant jetty as our backdrop. I had such a great time photographing these three because they are so fun loving and cheerful and totally up for getting their feet wet and just enjoying the time together. I cannot wait for their big day next month! Until then, enjoy some previews from their engagement session! 

If you're interested in booking an engagement session or learning more about wedding packages, please contact me today.