Winter Archives - Krista Photography Blog

Posted on September 14, 2015September 2, 2015 by Amy Panichella

A holiday session at home with family

winter extended family lifestyle portrait photography at home near Christmas

Talk about a quintessential pre – holiday family day! These grandparents had their children and grandchildren over for a beautiful session with Krista just before Christmas last year. My favorite moments captured are the ones that catch the family just being themselves. Sometimes quietly, sometimes goofily, but always genuine and real.

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Cousin pile-up on the slide!

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This little lady is a girl after Krista’s Harry Potter loving heart!

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Thank you, Petrakos family, for inviting Krista into your home for the afternoon!

Posted on April 24, 2015July 21, 2015 by CoCo Boardman

Ashley + Andrew — The Barn at Gibbet Hill Wedding Details – xo, CoCo

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If that picture doesn’t sum these two up then I don’t know what will… Ashley and Andrew had an absolute BLAST on their perfectly snowy wedding day in late February, feast your eyes on all their beautifully thought out DIY details!

Ashley’s dress and Kate Spade earrings suited her perfectly: feminine and soft, with just the right amount of sparkle.

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She and her bridesmaids wore coordinating flannel pj’s as they got ready, they were so cute!

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Gotta keep an eye on the weather!

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We all braved the at least 4 feet of snow to shoot some portraits at Fitch’s footbridge, on the way from the church to Gibbet Hill.

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And man was it worth it!

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Then the snow really started to fall…

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I mean…

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This is how excited we are about shooting in the snow!

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The reception details were equally soft, feminine, rustic, romantic and fun.

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While the dance floor was packed, the room with the donuts was too…

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MMmmmmmm donuts…

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Krista and Pam prepping on the dance floor!

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And Andrew bringing the house down!

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Haha! I think that’s a good way to leave it don’t you? Thank you to all the vendors who helped pull this day together, especially the crew at Gibbet Hill, (you ladies rock!) and our new favorite DJ Paul Brogna! Check out even MORE on Facebook!

Ceremony: Our Lady of Grace Parish at St. James

Reception: The Barn at Gibbet Hill

Photography: CoCo Boardman and Krista Guenin for Krista Photography

Videography: Isa Images

DJ: Mass Rhythm Entertainment

Posted on April 20, 2015April 13, 2015 by CoCo Boardman

Ashley + Andrew — The Barn at Gibbet Hill Wedding – xo, CoCo

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GET READY FOLKS. We started 2015 out with a bang and one of the most beautiful winter weddings EVER! Ashley and Andrew, troopers and classic New Englanders that they are, wanted to get married IN the snow, and boy did they get their wish! Not only did we get snow, we got that perfect movie snow that blanketed the ground, the bride’s eyelashes, and made everything feel so romantic and festive. Not to mention the fact that these two are SO MUCH FUN, between Ashley’s laugh and Andrew’s dance moves, there was just no way this day would be anything short of perfect.

I started out with the smiling bride as she got ready with her girls, all in matching flannel pj’s mind you.

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Krista was my second shooter for the day (Dream Team!) She started out with Andrew and his boys, and these icicles, I can’t even look at them! Brrrrrrrrrr…

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Meanwhile everything was starting to come together with the girls! Everyone tied up their dresses in a different way.

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Ashley’s dress was lovely! I loved all the little details and sparkles, so feminine.

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I mean… what a stunner.

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Hahaha!

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Time to get married! Krista waited at the front of the aisle for this, which I just LOVE.

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Woohoo!

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Then, these two absolute champions, actually strapped on their brand new matching LL Bean boots and forged out into 4 feet (at least!) of snow with us to take some gorgeous pictures near Fitch’s Footbridge. Krista caught this one.

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EEEeeeeeee!!

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Their bridal party was also impressed, Krista got this…LOVE.

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I mean, who WOULDN’T need a beer after that?!
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Meanwhile back at Gibbet Hill… it REALY started to snow!

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So we took some time inside for their super fun bridal party, this one from Krista.
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And of course we just HAD to take advantage of all that snow!

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Could it be more pretty?! Not possible.

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At twilight Krista grabbed this from outside the barn, SUCH a beautiful night!

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The reception got started with their first dance.

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And some AWESOME toasts.

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Then it was dancing time!

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Then Andrew, oh Andrew, showed us all what he was made of, with an amazing lip-synching to “It’s Raining Men.” I nearly died of laughter!!!

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Just amazing.

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That’s all she wrote folks! Can you see why I love these two so much?! Ashley and Andrew, THANK YOU for being so wonderful, trusting us with your memories and having the time of your lives on your wedding day. Check out more on Facebook y’all and stay tuned for their adorable diy details!

Posted on March 9, 2015March 6, 2015 by Krista Guenin · 1 Comment

Ashley + Joe — Boston Winter Engagement Session

Joe & Ashley live in Chicago, and LOVE black & white photography… so they were already my favorites before we even met each other! When we did finally meet, it was for their wintery Boston engagement session – and they totally lived up to my expectations of awesomeness!

We started out with a drink at OAK Long Bar + Kitchen to get warmed up (both literally, and figuratively)…

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OAK Long Bar drinks

Then we went for a little walk around Copley Square, in the cold… but they were able to keep each other both warm, and entertained :)

After we couldn’t feel our fingers and feet anymore, we hopped inside the Boston Public Library to warm up… and I swear, we TRIED to be quiet!

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Boston Public Library Engagement

After we finally realized that they’d eventually kick us out for being so giggly… we went back out into the cold for a walk down Comm Ave!
I love those twinkly white lights!

Love these!

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Once it got dark, and even colder, we hopped in to Papa Razzi for more drinks!

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Love this!

Such a fun engagement session!! See, we don’t need sunshine and green grass to make some beautiful portraits – even in the cold Boston snow, we can have fun together and get some awesome photos!

Can’t wait to share more from Ashley & Joe’s killer wedding in my next post! Stay tuned!
(And if you seriously can’t wait, you can head over to their Facebook album and see it all there!)

Posted on June 9, 2014June 10, 2014 by CoCo Boardman

Katie + Keith — Mystic Seaport Winter Wedding – xo, CoCo

We really lucked out for Katie and Keith‘s lovely and intimate winter wedding, it was surprisingly warm and man did we get some fabulous light! These two were total troopers as we led them around the grounds of the gorgeous Mystic Seaport. They had a fabulous time partying with all their RIT friends and loving families, and we were so happy to be there to document it! Enjoy!

Krista was my second shooter for the day and grabbed this as Katie got dressed.

This little guy was cracking me up!

Krista set Keith up for his first look of his bride!

Such a gorgeous spot, huh?!

Krista, the master of the sun flare, grabbed this :).

So cute!

And we’re off! It takes quite a crew to move a bride!

So much anticipation…

After the ceremony, we hung back for some more portraits, Krista caught this as well.

They had very sweet simple details, love those little birds!

Love this ring shot from Krista!

Get down guys!

What a loving and wonderful celebration! Thank you Katie and Keith for letting us document it! If you’d like to see more, check out their Facebook album!

We have these lovely vendors to thank for such a fabulous day!

Venue and Coordinator: Jenna Landon at the Mystic Seaport

Caterer and Cake: Coastal Gourmet

Flowers: Le Francois

Bride’s dress: Stella York from M.A. Carr Bridal, Orchard Park, NY

Bride’s hair accessory and veil: Michele A Bridal Boutique, Westbrook, CT

Bride’s shoes: M.A. Carr Bridal

Jewelry and wedding bands: Dennis Dalton, New York, NY

Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Jasmine from M.A. Carr Bridal

Hair and Makeup: Red Door Spa

Groom and Groomsmen’s attire: Men’s Wearhouse

DJ: Neil Roma

Posted on April 7, 2014May 5, 2014 by CoCo Boardman · 3 Comments

Lephan + Scotty — Providence, RI Engagement – xo, CoCo

I don’t think it’s possible to love a couple more than I love these two! Is that weird to say? I don’t care, I’m sticking with it! From the moment I spoke on the phone to Lephan, I knew we would be a perfect fit. MANY silly emails ensued in regards to her wedding, engagement session, and who KNOWS what else, and the rest is history. I met up with her and her handsome and adorable fiance Scotty in Providence while they were in town visiting for Christmas. Amazingly, we got some gorgeous light and weather, and had so.much.fun. We started out walking around DePasquale Square in Providence’s Federal Hill area, enjoy.

Aaaaand the laughing starts… I just LOVE her smile!

So dapper, no?!

Then, there was this amazing yellow wall in a weird alley, we took a chance and I LOVE it!

Then a quick jaunt over to College Hill, the streets are so beautiful!

I was taking the train home and about to miss it but just couldn’t resist this light!

Lephan you are just gorgeous!

Even if I did miss my train it would have been worth it! Lephan and Scotty I am so excited to see you again in November! Thank you for being so open and honest in front of the camera, however awkward you may think you are! ;) It was such a pleasure, you are the best! If you’d like to see more head over to our Facebook Page!

Posted on April 29, 2011April 28, 2011 by Krista Guenin · 2 Comments

Faith & Ryan’s Wedding – Bedford MA

My friends Faith & Ryan got married this winter, and I was so happy to capture the day! It’s always fun to be behind the scenes with a bride on her wedding day, but when it’s an old friend, it’s even better!

We started the day with Faith while she was getting ready in her suite at the Bedford Doubletree Hotel. Faith looked so beautiful!! I love this shot, the shape of her arms, and the light through her veil. so pretty!

The First Look – one of my favorite parts of the day!

It’s always a great opportunity to get some portraits taken before everything gets crazy

Then we headed to the Vineyard Cambridge to get ready for the ceremony!

Faith & her Dad

Always love a ceremony that involves some laughter!

SO excited!!

Loved this shot my assistant CoCo captured!

then it was back to the Doubletree for the reception! I loved the look on Faith’s face during their first dance :)

a great toast is always a good thing!

And so is a LOT of dancing!

Faith & Ryan – thank you again for inviting me to capture your wedding!! I love you guys and am so very happy for you both! xoxo

To view more of my favorites from this wedding, please check out the album on Facebook!

Posted on April 11, 2011April 6, 2011 by Krista Guenin · 5 Comments

Lieschen & Stephen’s Wedding – Black & White FILM

I shot a few rolls of Black & White Film at Lieschen & Stephen‘s wintry wedding in Beacon Hill. Here are a few of my favorites!

shot with Tri-X 400/120 with my Holga

beautiful suite, with a fabulous view! Shot with Tri-X 400/35mm with my Widelux Panoramic

Getting Ready

Love this one in the courtyard!

Can you spot Lieschen & Stephen in this one?

Ah! Adorable! Shot on Tri-X 400/35mm with my Nikon F100 and 50mm f/1.4 lens

Sweet toast

I love black & white film!! If you love black & white film too, I offer wedding coverage with me shooting in all film and second shooters shooting digital. Let me know if you’re interested! :)

Posted on April 8, 2011April 6, 2011 by Krista Guenin · 2 Comments

Lieschen & Stephen’s Winter Wedding – Beacon Hill

I’ve known Lieschen for a few years now. She is both friend and chiropractor – invaluable on so many levels! I was excited for her last year when she met Stephen and fell in love – and was doubly excited when she called recently to ask me to shoot their wedding just a few weeks later!

The day started at the Liberty Hotel down in Boston. This painting made such a cool backdrop for her dress!

Lieschen & her Mom

yeah, she’s pretty gorgeous

Lieschen’s little nieces were there while she was getting ready – total entertainment for everyone!

FAVORITE!

After she was ready, Stephen came to the suite for the First Look

Everyone had a toast to celebrate

the handsome groom

Then it was down to the courtyard for some portraits. We lucked out and had a really lovely day to go outside! Though, snuggling did make it even warmer :)

Lieschen & Stephen

The wedding was shortly after the holidays, and The Liberty Hotel still had Christmas trees hanging from the ceiling. It was the coolest way I’d ever seen a hotel decorate for the holidays!

Then we headed down Charles Street to The Hungry I for their intimate ceremony & reception

Surrounded by their immediate families, the got married in front of the fire place in a candle-lit ceremony

It was perhaps both the darkest and the smallest ceremony I’ve ever photographed! It was lovely though!!

After the ceremony, everyone headed upstairs for a nice dinner, some toasts, and lots of laughter!

One of the nieces was a little bored at that point, and kept wanting me to play with her… so, you know, I HAD to ;)

The other niece seemed to be having a good time ;)

mmmm, meringue cake!

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Love this shot of Lieschen & Stephen chatting with his uncle!

And just for fun, I had to get one with the bride!

Lieschen & Stephen – thanks again for allowing me to be part of your wedding! I’m excited for you, and for all the lies ahead! ;)

To view more of my favorites, please check out the album on Facebook!

Posted on March 2, 2009August 25, 2009 by Krista Guenin · 3 Comments

Kristopher & Erin’s eSession

While I was in Indianapolis, I had the chance to take some engagement photos for my cousin, Kristopher and his fiance, Erin. Kris & Erin are getting married this summer, and I’m really excited to go home to photograph it! Kris is a filmmaker and they’re having their wedding at a theatre, which is just going to be so cool!

The weather didn’t really cooperate with us while we tried to combine a family gathering and an engagement session into one afternoon. So we stayed close to home and basically shot everything in my parents’ neighborhood. It turned out to be a pretty cool spot, and even though we were all FREEZING, we had a fun time!

Kris is a bit of a joker. Ok, that’s an understatement. He’s frikkin’ hilarious and always making me laugh! It was cool for me to see him with Erin – to see how funny they are together and how much they enjoy each other, and that she always laughs at his jokes ;)