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Article on OneWed’s Savvy Scoop Blog!

A while back, I was contacted by OneWed.com to write an article for their new Savvy Scoop Blog. I had lots of ideas for an article, but one in particular kept coming to mind. So many brides out there are looking for photographers and have no idea why we’re all priced so differently, so I figured I’d tackle that first. Check out the article and let me know what you think!!!


And if you’re one of my brides and can take a minute to leave a review for me on my OneWed listing, that’d be super awesome! But, only if you have something nice to share ;) Haha, only kidding!!

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Exciting news!

A month or two ago, I applied to the Wedding Photojournalist Association (WPJA). The WPJA is a great organization of photographers, and I’d heard it was incredibly difficult to get in because they’ve got some pretty strict regulations. Even as I looked them over, I was wondering if I really qualified. I mean, as far as photojournalism goes – photoshopping images isn’t really cool – and I do like my Photoshop… So, after a few weeks without hearing back, I assumed that I’d been rejected. But, then a couple of weeks ago I got this in my Inbox…

“It is our pleasure to inform you that after having reviewed your web site and image portfolio, we agree your beautiful work meets the Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association membership requirements! We hope you accept this invitation as we look forward to having you as a new member.“

I am SO EXCITED! “The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association [AG]WPJA is a group of international wedding photojournalists, who capture unscripted wedding moments as they happen, and excel in the art of post-production image processing. The [AG]WPJA is a division within the Wedding Photojournalist Association (WPJA); one which specifically promotes Fine Art Wedding Photojournalism.” That’s exactly how I like to describe my work, and it’s honestly a much better fit for me than the straight-up WPJA. Massachusetts currently has only 12 photographers in the [AG]WPJA, so it’s an incredible honor to be included amongst some of my favorite local photographers (i.e. the Graziers and Anne Ruthmann)!! Pretty cool, huh?!


And to top it off, yesterday I applied for and was accepted as a founding member of Modern Photographers, which is going to be a new site for brides created by the folks behind Trash The Dress and Don’t Box Us In. This is the twitter I got from Mark Eric… “Hey Krista, you’re work is stellar. You would be a welcome member. :) Pre-approved.” YAY!!!!!!!!! Go over there and check it out, I’m listed in the header of the site – along with a few other amazing photographers from around the country!!!


Ok, that’s enough tooting my own horn! It’s just pretty exciting to get some encouragement from your peers!

Now, if any of you brides want to toot my horn for me… I’m listed on a few bride sites and would love to get your reviews!!! Click any of the links below. As much as I love feedback from my peers, it’s the opinion of my brides that really matters to me!!

bridalhood.com, local wedding vendor reviews and information

toot toot! ok, really, now I’m done! ;-)

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Off to New York City!

Well, I’m off on another little adventure! Or, a business trip, depending on your perspective :) I’m heading down to New York City tonight for the PDN PhotoPlus Expo for the next few days. I’ll be wandering around a giant trade show, listening to amazing speakers, hanging out with old friends, connecting with new friends, meeting with a potential client, and possibly doing a family portrait session. All this, and then down to Newport, RI for a wedding on Sunday! Shwew! It should be a great trip!


I have a TON of stuff to edit and blog about when I get home. A wedding, a bat-mitzvah, another wedding, another bat-mitzvah, an awesome family portrait session, another wedding, and then some! I won’t able to do much editing while I’m away, but I should be able to respond to emails at least once a day. If you need to get in touch with me, please call! And if you’re a photographer who wants to meet up at PhotoPlus, let me know!!

peace out ;)

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Switching Servers

Hi there! Sorry for the long delay since my last post!! Life’s been busy :) I’m in the process of switching my website onto a new server – yay! But, this may cause some interruption in my ability to send & receive emails. If you send an email and don’t hear back from me within a few hours – try emailing me at kristaphoto@mac.com. I’ll keep you posted, and when the transition is finished – the new website will be LIVE!! Woo HOO!!!!

And just because posts without pics are boring – here’s a shot of my office manager, Ozzy…

haha, I’m so hilarious ;)

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Sneak peak…

Oooooh! The new website is almost done! I’m so excited I could almost pee my pants! but I won’t – don’t worry :)

Here’s a little sneak peak to get you all excited too…

the splash page

the site in all it’s glory

the cute menu bar at the bottom


Seriously, I LOVE this site! I’m so excited to get it finished and online for all of you to see!
Soon, very soon…

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March PUG was awesome!

A couple months ago, I switched my schedule around so I could take part in an awesome photographer’s community here in Boston – the Boston Pictage User’s Group (or PUG). My good friends Matt & Enna Grazier are the local PUG leaders. Since I’m not working for them on a regular basis anymore (aw, sad), I wanted to make sure I still got to hang out with them at least once a month. Plus, I’ve had the chance to meet a whole slew of other great local photographers!

Last month, I got to hang out with Justin & Mary Marantz who were presenting that week. It totally motivated me to win a mentoring session with them through the Thirst Relief auction. Plus, I got to meet my new friend Shyla. Yay! Shyla has become a dear friend in such a short time, and I’m so happy to have her close by :)

This month, the PUG was held at Boston University’s Center for Digital Imaging Arts. Matt & Enna secured prizes from all sorts of awesome photographers and vendors, and were raffling them off.


The main speaker of the night was ::e:: – also known as Eric Laurits. Eric is an awesome photographer and quite the artiste. He’s also pretty excited about a system that has revolutionized his workflow – ShootQ. So, he was presenting all about ShootQ and how great it is. I’m not sure it’s the best thing for me, but I’m thinking about it… Anyway, I had front row seats, and this was my view most of the night :)


There were a TON of photographers there that night! I got to meet a bunch of new people, as well as catch up with my friend Robert Mirani. Robert was one of the first photographers I met out here in Boston, and I have had the opportunity to second shoot with him about a dozen times in the 2 last years. He’s an awesome photographer, and an all around great person :)

this photo was “borrowed” from Matt Grazier


This was a bunch of the stragglers at the end of the night. We just couldn’t stop chatting!

this photo was taken from the Grazier’s blog, but was shot by Doug Levy


I can’t wait till the next PUG!!

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Great News!!

While I was in Zimbabwe, I got some awesome news! Here’s the story…

Back in September, a fellow wedding photographer, Davina Fear, was offering a scholarship to a new photographer just starting out on their own for $500 towards a seminar or workshop of their choice. As soon as I heard about it, I got excited! First of all, I could use a workshop, and even had one in mind. Second, I could use that $500!! Plus, the scholarship would include 2 mentoring sessions with Davina – and that’s pretty awesome!

I mentioned the scholarship to Matt & Enna Grazier, and they totally encouraged me to apply. In fact, before I’d even begun my application, they each sent recommendations to Davina on my behalf. They were the sweetest, most supportive letters, and I practically started crying when I read them. So, at that point, I had to apply! So, just under the wire I sent in my application, and prayed that God would do whatever He wanted with it…


As it turns out, I WON! Can you believe it?? I’m so excited! I can’t wait to connect with Davina, and I can’t wait to go to the workshop! I decided to attend Liana Lehman’s Photo Business Boot Camp next month here in Boston. I think it’s going to be awesome for me and for my business, and I am so grateful to have this scholarship to help me do it!

Thank you Davina for your willingness to help other photographers pursue their dreams! I feel so honored and blessed by this opportunity!

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Going Solo!

Back in February of 2002, I lost my HR job in Chicago, and I was wondering what to do with my life. Someone asked me one of the most important questions of my life… What would you do if money didn’t matter? For me, the answer was easy – travel and take pictures. So, I decided to find a job in photography and see what would happen. And the rest, as they say, is history…

Flash forward 5 1/2 years. I now live in Boston (well, Woburn actually) and I’m preparing to leave my part-time studio job and take on my own photography business full-time!!!!!!! I can’t believe it! It’s been such a blessing to see how the Lord has provided for me over the years, especially since I moved out here last year.

I still can’t believe how much I’ve learned and grown in 5 years. This, of course, is all thanks to the many amazing photographers who have graciously taught me along the way… Steven E. Gross gave me a chance and the opportunity to learn the hard way – by actually doing it. My 5+ years working with Steven at Real Life Weddings has truly made me the photographer I am today. And the wonderful Matt & Enna Grazier who I’ve worked with for the last year have been such an encouragement and inspiration! Since working with them I can see such a change in myself – my work has improved, my passion has increased, and my confidence is up! Without them, I don’t know if I’d even feel ready for all of this. Every photographer I’ve worked with has taught me something and I’m so thankful to each one – Robert Mirani, Stephen Serio (aka Serpico), Mark Tomaras, Alternate Angles, Tsar Fedorsky, and many more. Thank you for all of your encouragement and help over the years!

I’m so excited for this new chapter in my life and I can’t wait to see what happens next!