When Kerry came in to meet with us, wow, two years ago now, it was a marathon client meeting where we talked about our families and childhoods and passions in life. Turns out, Kerry and I are very similar... well, almost identical except I like country music and she doesn't. I'm serious- that's the only difference. Kerry is also a photographer, and her and Mike's little girl, Rosie Mae, is only 6 months younger than Autumn. Right now, that means that Autumn is massive compared to this little peanut, but as time goes on, they'll level off and just be the same age :) Anyway, Kerry and Mike had gorgeous portraits from their wedding because Kerry put a lot of thought into them, brought things that were important to her, and dedicated a chunk of time to having them taken(even if that meant freezing on the beach on a particularly cold
In Category: Boston Weddings
Kerry & Mike {Marshfield Beach Photos}
May 17, 2012
A few weeks ago, I was taking headshots of some college kids. I got to the fifth or sixth student, and she asked to see the back of the camera because she "looks bad in every photo." (I get this from a lot of people, actually, particularly grooms.) I thought she looked great, I had posed her in a flattering way and had photographed her in front of the sun - which is really hard to do, but looks great if you know how (think a halo of golden sun surrounding you) Anyway, I show her the photo and she gushes. She's so happy. And then she says the words every photographer dreads: "You must have a great camera because that photo is awesome." Yeah, the same way Michelangelo had a great paintbrush. Ok, fine, I'm not a Renaissance master, but stilllllll. I gave her my spiel about how yes, I have
Indian Pond Kingston, MA {Jacki and Matt Wedding Teasers!}
April 23, 2012Even monsoon-al weather (yeah, that's right, monsoon-al is a word!) couldn't shake Jacki and Matt's beaming happiness. Seriously, their cheeks hurt from smiling so much! Stay tuned for more- or see our facebook page!
Hamilton Hall Teaser {Nicola & Shawn are married!}
April 22, 2012Nicola & Shaw were married at Hamilton Hall in Salem yesterday. So beautiful! Here's a classic portrait, an absolutely radiate photo of Nicola, and something artsy from the reception...
Lucky us! {Boston wedding photographers grow up}
March 29, 2012I've spent the last couple of days at a conference at the Sturbridge Host Hotel in Sturbridge, MA. It was crazy for me, because I shot one of my very first weddings there in the summer of 2005! It was film, and I was scared. to. death. The bride and groom were super relaxed (a trend that would follow us our whole career, I guess!). I actually helped write the vows before the ceremony, and Jesse tied the ties for all the groomsmen. Thus began our careers as so much more than just "the photographers." But because the conference was all about building my business and getting refreshed creatively, it was this funny little juxtaposition for me - to be shooting literally at the spot where it all started. I feel so lucky, and I feel so experienced and confident after those 7 years. But even though it feels like a lifetime between
Commander’s Mansion Wedding Feature!
March 14, 2012Julia & Andy's wedding is featured today on The Broke Ass Bride website. http://www.thebrokeassbride.com/2012/03/real-wedding-julia-and-andrews-home-brewed-spendin-wisely-new-england-wedding/ (And if you're in love with this wedding, see more posts of it on our blog: Julia's commentary on her fav wedding photo My fav photo from Julia & Andy's wedding The entire blog post of the wedding A couple little extras And Julia & Andy's Engagement Session) You may be thinking, "But, Heather, there's no way to fit your awesome-town photography into a broke ass budget." But au contraire. Julia explains how she did it, and more! (PS Andy has an awesome beer blog too, www.beantownbrews.com. Brewing your own wedding beer is not for amateurs.) Love this and want to know more about us shooting your wedding?! Contact us at cirasphotography@yahoo.com
Noah & Laura {Fairmont Copley Boston Wedding}
February 15, 2012What?! No post on Valentine's Day from a wedding photographer? Yeah, that's right. We buck the trend. We aren't huge Valentine's Day fans. I think it's maybe because we spend our lives with people who make every day romantic and beautiful. Like Noah & Laura, who got married on a chilly January day... a day which happened to be their 10th anniversary! They're only married a month, yet they've already been through so much together! Even though it was freezing outside, they braved the cold because it really was a beautiful day. And, it was a great idea to have a dance instructor during the reception because day weddings are usually a little more relaxed, and this got everyone up and moving! The details: Wedding Coordinator – Marrero Weddings and Events Hairstylist – Amanda Andella (Salon d’Emilio) Makeup – Christine Savas (Savas Studios) Dress Designer(s) – Pronovias USA (bought at La Reine Bridal) Officiant – T. S.
How to hold your flowers
January 31, 2012I've been trying to think of little things that I point out during the wedding day that could be helpful to post on the blog. So while it's not rocket science to hold the bouquet of flowers correctly, I might as well point it out because I do at 99% of the weddings we shoot. Step 1: Commandeer Bouquet. Step 2: Hold bouquet with both hands Step 3: Bring the bouquet down. Almost everyone naturally holds it too high. See how nice it looks at this height? And, if you leave a little space between your body and your elbows, it has a slimming effect: Step 4: Pretend that you're resting your forearms on your hips. That's the right height. See here: Step 5: Point the flowers out just slightly, so that when I'm taking photos, I see a bit of the top of them, not just the side. Step 6: Stop worrying that you're holding them
This past fall, our Halloween wedding from 2010 was featured in Bride and Groom Magazine! Mandi and Jay had a classy wedding that wasn't Halloween themed, but was inspired by the day: http://cirasphotography.com/2010/12/wayside-inn-wedding-mandi-and-jay/
Planning a wedding day timeline that doesn’t make your photographer want to kill you.
January 23, 2012I kid about the title. I have never actually wanted to kill any of my brides, though in the beginning there was a little drama concerning timelines. It had mostly to do with me, as I wasn't assertive enough to tell my brides and grooms what I thought was best way to get good photos on their wedding day. (Though Jesse might contend that I've never not been assertive enough to say anything!) Not anymore folks. This is my way to help you budget time better on your wedding day, and preferably not at high noon when the sun overhead makes you all look like raccoons. Well dressed raccoons. The photo above perfectly illustrates the need for a good wedding day timeline that allows room for awesome photos. Lisa looks unstressed and happy as she approaches Eric, and Jesse was able to get this artsy photo that we had brainstormed before