So today I thought I would share one of my favorite e-sessions Dave photographed this summer. I have been saving this one and it really is great. Alyssa and Slava are absolutely wonderful people, truly sweet on each other and both with great senses of humor. For their e-session, Dave met them at the Fort Point Channel, with stunning views of the Boston skyline and the harbor. Beautiful!

Here’s a few from their late afternoon portrait session….

If you want more from Alyssa and Slava, check out their engagement slideshow or their wedding sneak peek and scoop. Enjoy!

You may recall that Jackie and William celebrated their ceremony and reception at a private women’s club in the Back Bay. While we aren’t able to share photos that show a lot of the interior, I picked out a few images that don’t show the space, but give you a sense of the emotion of the evening.

Jackie and William stealing a moment after dinner.

Soon after, they made their way to the ballroom for their first dance as husband and wife.

Then the dancing really got going. They had an intimate wedding, but all of the guests took their turn on the dance floor. The party was raging, with some fabulous 80′s music. And perhaps one of my favorite memories of the evening, the club staff always takes a spin on the dance floor- a special house tradition. And so we figured we would too. We got to party with our bride and groom. Very very fun!

After everyone left for the evening, we spent a couple more hours with Jackie and William doing some night portraits around the city. We started by their very cool vintage Cadillac, outside the club. Loving the feel of the brownstones and the way the car is a character in this image (those are William’s words, but he is so right).

And we met them at the Boston Harbor Hotel, where they would start their honeymoon.

Catching the reflection of the BHH’s Atrium on the waterfront.

And one of my absolute fave’s, in front of the hotel, with the city streaming passed them. A very cinematic capture by Dave.

Jackie and William’s wedding really was an amazing event. So I want to thank all of the people who made it so very special:

Getting ready venue: Boston Harbor Hotel and the club
Ceremony and reception venue: Back Bay private women’s club
Wedding dress: Vera Wang
Groom’s tux: Brooks Brothers
Floral Design: Edison from Madison Floral
DJ: Mike Love
Cinematography: Naomi, Jack, and Lauren from Generations Cinemastories

And so much gratitude to Jackie and William for including us in your beautiful, beautiful day. We are so glad we could capture these photos for you. It has been an absolute joy.

If you would like to see more from Jackie and William, definitely check out their engagement session and their sneak peek.

Dave started the day with William at the Boston Harbor Hotel, where he was getting ready. This view from William’s room would totally put anyone in the right frame of mind- peaceful, serene, stunning.

William was very excited about the tux he had custom-made by Brooks Brothers for the occasion. It seems only fitting that he receive artful photos of his attire.

A final check….

The effort and choices he made were impeccable. He looked so dashing.

William made his way to the club in a Rolls Royce, arriving in high style.

Meanwhile, Jackie was at the club getting ready. She chose a Vera Wang gown; the fabric flowed beautifully and totally showed off her figure. Plus the texture and shape was a perfect match for the cherry blossoms, which she used throughout to decorate.

After they saw each other for the first time (a truly emotional and beautiful experience), we popped outside for some photos around the Back Bay. Comm Ave is surrounded by gorgeous brownstones and a tree lined pedestrian way, so finding locations was no challenge. Plus we still had the Rolls Royce to play with.

Such a gentleman…

And a few little bits from the ceremony. The groom’s vows…

The embrace.

And a post ceremony portrait of their gorgeous puppy, who also played the roll of ring bearer. He was so cute walking down the aisle, and looked so handsome with his bowtie.

More to share soon, but if you want more now, and I wouldn’t blame you, definitely check out Jackie and William’s engagement session in Princeton and their love story by Generations Cinemastories.

They chose to get married at Boston’s City Hall. Since photos were not allowed of the ceremony, Dave met up with them beforehand to capture stylish portraits in and around their neighborhood, Beacon Hill. They wandered among the cobblestone streets and brownstones, ran into a few local girls who had to have their photos taken with the bride and groom, and even ventured to their roof top for some great city views. We hope you enjoy their adventures.

If you want to see more from Galit and Boris’ wedding portraits, check out their slideshow.

This is the actual spot where Albert proposed- literally on the bridge. He woke up Pamela before sunrise to take her to this spot near her apartment. What a way to start the day- a beautiful view and a very happy "Yes!"

More smiles and fun in and among the leaves.

The Charles River makes a gorgeous backdrop for this moment.

This path was so pretty with gorgeous trees on both sides. It felt magical.

In Beacon Hill, we avoided the busiest alley ways and found this stunning wall. It was like a rainbow of leaves.

One of my favorites from the portrait session. It’s amazing how such a busy city (and it was really busy that day) can feel so private.

And I am really excited to share their PicFlick. They sent us the romantic Chinese song as the background music. You can check it out here.

I truly can’t wait to celebrate with them at the Copley Plaza next fall. Do I really have to wait almost a whole year?

We started off their engagement session on the Cambridge side of the Charles River, for some great views of the city.

As it happened, we came across this enchanting forest. The trees were so cool. Lindsay and Alex look right at home.

Dave’s view….

My view…

Then we headed into the city for a few more urban images in their old ‘hood. Dave’s turn for a kissing moment…

But I got the smiles and laughter.

So sweet how they smile just after a kiss.

We walked over Soldier’s Field Road to get to the Boston side of the River. We had hoped to get a spot on the dock, but there were people enjoying the day on every corner of it. As it turns out, we found an even better spot amidst the trees.

Then under the willow trees. It was a pretty magical place. And I absolutely love the way Lindsay and Alex are enjoying the moment.

We had such an amazing afternoon. Thank you guys! It really was Sweet.

And if you would like to see more, check out their movie.

This weekend, we snuck in an engagement session with Jess and Ivan, whose wedding is in just over a week. We wanted to make sure we had this chance to get together in a relaxed setting before the wedding. And also, to share the photos with them and get their feedback before the big day. The weather had been less than cooperative for our initial plans, but this day was perfect. As was the location.

With the Back Bay as our playground, we enjoyed the wealth of possibilities our fair city has to offer. Gotta love Boston!

We actually know Ivan and Jess pretty well already. Ivan and Dave had been roommates in college at UMass Amherst; as soon as we moved back to the Boston area, we got together with them. We instantly adored Jess.

And of course, playdates with Max and their pup Noodle were a must. Both dogs love the tennis ball and neither is agressive about having it. Excellent playmates.

Perhaps my favorite thing about heading out on a photographic double date with Ivan and Jess was pausing to watch them interact with each other. They laugh so much!!!

And my other favorite thing was watching them play with Noodle- who is totally absolutely adorable. Such a happy family.

And so cute, Noodle watching Jess and Ivan. Like he wants to join in.

All around a great morning! Thank you both- we had so much fun.

We really can’t wait for your wedding at the Harvard Club. It is going to be amazing. And we are totally going to take you up on your offer to hang out and dance for a bit after we are finished shooting!

If you want to see more, check out their slideshow.

So when Tasha told us that she and Bill were celebrating their anniversary, I knew we had to do something special. They hadn’t had professional portraits taken since the wedding; we immediately thought, “portraits would be a great way to celebrate!” We met up with them at their home in Newton.

It was our first time meeting Bill, and let me just say, he is great! I think he and Dave could have hung out all day talking about the Red Sox. Such boys! And even more importantly, he is clearly still so sweet on his beautiful wife.

Here’s a few of the happy couple.

Breaking out with some totally fun goofiness….

Hanging out on the back porch.

Now into a section of "Favorite Things", aka the best parts of life, or that which Tasha and Bill love.

First off, Mariah, she totally posed for the camera. What a beauty!

And Elton, definitely more camera shy, glad Tasha was able to catch him. He’s so handsome.

His and hers cocktails; getting snuggly in the background.

Note the Red Sox attire. The couple that cheers together, stays together.

Since it was an anniversary session and Tasha looks fabulous, we coaxed her into doing a few in her wedding gown. No surprise, it fit perfectly. Besides, what girl doesn’t want a chance to put on that beautiful white dress just one more time?!

Mariah came back for a repeat performance.

And one parting image… I love the juxtaposition of Bill in his Red Sox shirt with Tasha all gussied up in her wedding gown! Makes me smile.

We are so thankful to Tasha and Bill for inviting us into their home. We had a really great time with you both!

If you would like to see more, check out their slideshow.

Of course, now that Shelley and Andreas have had a chance to check out the photos. We can share them with you.

When last I wrote, I shared the Sacco’s bowling alley portion of the shoot.

In keeping with our retro theme, we headed over to the Rosebud Diner also in Somerville. We had hoped for at least one shot of the two sharing a milk shake- classic, no? Alas, this diner doesn’t have ice cream and therefore no milkshakes. We were all bummed, but still found ways to enjoy the space, inside and out.

Then walking about town, we happned to pass by Redbones BBQ and saw this fabulous red vintage truck.

Finally, we finished off our session in front of a modern wall. Dave and I have been wanting to create a composite image like the one above, and this seemed the perfect opportunity to do it. I also wanted to play with the lensbaby a bit.

We all were having such a great time, we decided to put away the cameras and grab a bite to eat. Redbones BBQ was calling- yum! yum!

Coming soon- the amazing slideshow Dave put together to show off Shelley and Andrea’s images. We will post the link on our Facebook fan page. So definitely become a fan to find out when!

However it is clear that I am not the only one in love with this little girl. She clearly melts her daddy’s heart…

And her mom’s…

And her puppy, Bailey’s.

Someone wants her pacifier….

Catching a little shut eye.

I love this shot Dave captured of Kinsley holding her dad’s finger. And I love that we see his wedding ring on that hand. For me, this is a symbolic family portrait, everyone is present in some fashion.

A huge thank you to Dave, Aleda, Kinsley and Bailey for welcoming us into your home to capture these images.

If you are like me and you just can’t get enough of this cutie-pie, check out her slideshow.