Krista Photography Blog

Posted on January 28, 2015March 25, 2016 by CoCo Boardman

Ryan + Kirk — Essex Conference Center and Retreat Wedding – xo, CoCo

Here we go folks, behold, the most adorable couple you have ever seen. Ryan, right, and Kirk, left, are two of the happiest most enjoyable people to be around I have ever known. True to form their wedding was insanely colorful, emotional, beautiful in more ways than I can count, and altogether amazing. I don’t know if I’ve ever cried so much in my life, except at my own sister’s wedding! But more on that later, let’s start out with the boys as they got ready, surrounded by their bridal party, consisting of their family members and best friends in the world.

As always, there was a bit of bow tie drama, but these guys know what they are doing.

Colorful Same Sex Wedding at Essex Conference Center and Retreat

The dogs weren’t impressed… where are the treats y’all?

Colorful Same Sex Wedding at Essex Conference Center and Retreat

I mean, those colors. Have you SEEN a better looking couple?!

We took a little tour of the grounds at the Essex Conference Center and Retreat, it was SUCH a gorgeous day, and this place is an amazing hidden gem, I LOVED shooting there.

The fabulous Vince Schaefer was my second shooter for the day, he grabbed this shot, so pretty!

Vince also set the boys up over here by the firepit, killing me.

Colorful Same Sex Wedding at Essex Conference Center and Retreat

Just can’t get over that light!

Colorful Same Sex Wedding at Essex Conference Center and Retreat

Then it was time for the best group photos ever!

Hurry up, finish your vows Ryan!

Everyone needed a little liquid courage before the ceremony.

Wait for it…

And away we go! To ABBA no less…

Commence the best wedding ceremony ever, first Kirk sang Ryan a song.

Then there were dramatic readings of their first emails to each other.

Then a sweet surprise poem.

Then the most beautiful vows ever.

And LOTS more crying.

Ryan’s brother jumping, Vince shooting, I can’t even…

Peekaboo!

The boys mingled for a while…

…then we snuck away for a few more portraits at golden hour. Can’t you just FEEL the happy?

Goofs.

I could barely hold it together during their toasts.

Colorful Same Sex Wedding at Essex Conference Center and Retreat

Then it was short shorts time. These guys know how to party.

Little brother, All-star DJ.

Colorful Same Sex Wedding at Essex Conference Center and Retreat

Ryan and Kirk, you KILLED IT, guys. I’ve never felt so lucky to witness a wedding. Thank you for finding me, for choosing me, for being so honest, so happy, SO in love and wonderful and for having the best party EVER. I love ya! Stay tuned for their crazy colorful diy details and see even more on Facebook!

Posted on January 23, 2015September 19, 2018 by Krista Guenin · 1 Comment

UNTOUCHABLE: Children of God – Coming to a theater near you!

Untouchable: Children of God

In the brothels of India, young girls perish every day. At least 10,000 girls are trafficked from Nepal to the brothels of India each year. A mere 1% of these sex slaves ever escape or get rescued. UNTOUCHABLE: CHILDREN OF GOD, explores the stories of the people most vulnerable to human trafficking, the “Untouchables” of society, specifically the Badi people of Nepal and the Dalits of India.

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I am SO excited to announce that the documentary film I’ve been working on over the last 2 years is finally available in theaters!!!! Code Red Films has partnered with Tugg, Inc. to allow people across America the opportunity to experience this powerful and timely documentary film. Screenings have already been scheduled in Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma, Ohio and Boston – and more will be planned throughout the year! Click here to find or even schedule your own screening in a theater near you!

Krista Photography will host the Boston screening on Thursday, February 5th at 7:30pm at Kendall Square Cinema in Cambridge. The theaters require a minimum number of tickets to be sold in advance in order to proceed with the screening, so we need to sell 112 tickets by THIS SUNDAY 1/25. Please buy your ticket NOW and join us for the Boston Premiere of the film, followed by a brief Q&A!

I will also be attending screenings in Houston, TX on February 24th, and in Austin, TX on February 25th – so I hope some of our Texas friends can come!

Posted on January 19, 2015August 10, 2015 by CoCo Boardman

Sarah + Mike — Lyman Estate Wedding Details – xo, CoCo

Take a look at Sarah and Mike’s beautifully intimate and personal details! So much of their personality shined through during their wedding day at the Lyman Estate, right down to the programs, how cute are those?! I loved every moment of their wedding, I hope you enjoy a few more of my favorite moments and details! Let’s start with the most important part, the shoes.

I can’t speak to how comfortable these were… pain is beauty, and aren’t they such a great color?!

Sarah’s beautiful one-shoulder dress is from The Bridal Garden in Manhattan, a not-for-profit bridal boutique that donates their proceeds to help educate disadvantaged children, now that’s a business model we can get behind!

The rooms at the Lyman have some fab wall paper and woodwork, I could shoot there every day! Allana, my second shooter for the day, grabbed this as mike got ready.

The greenhouse was in full bloom, this space was a dream to shoot in.

Sarah made her own jewelry and flowers, isn’t she crafty?!

Allana, workin it.

Lovely Summer Wedding at the Lyman Estate

Sometimes, we gotta test some light!

To make this look so good!

I brought along a little Canonet QL17 35mm film camera for the day and took some snap shots on Fuji Pro 400H film.

Lyman Estate Wedding

Good lookin crew! Man I love grey suits.

This dining room had the most gorgeous light, not to mention those simple and stately centerpieces!

Haha, caught ya!

Chive Events was serving up some of their fabulous signature cocktails, house made cranberry soda anyone?

Also shot on Fuji Pro 400H 35mm film.

Lyman Estate Wedding

The food from Chive was not only gorgeous, I love their serving platters and utensils, it was SO DELICIOUS.

Don’t worry, the Lord and Lady will watch over your cake.

Mmmmm carrot cake…

… Allana approved.

Marc Anthony from Murray Hill talent gets the award for most energetic DJ ever, he was AWESOME!

And check out this adorable outdoor dance floor that the ladies at Chive set up, it was so fun to party under the stars on a warm Summer evening.

Just LOVE this place!

Lovely Summer Wedding at the Lyman Estate

Thank you to all these fabulous vendors for helping to create such a beautiful day, especially to Hattie and all the ladies from Chive Events for just being awesome.

Vendors:

Venue: Lyman Estate

Invitations and Stationary: Made by the bride and groom

Rings: His–James Allen, Hers–Moissanite Co.

Caterer: Chive Events

Flowers: By the bride and friends

Wedding Gown: Tony Bowls for Mon Cheri, purchased at The Bridal Garden

Hair/Make-Up: Sandra at American Day Spa

Groom’s Attire: Indochino

Cake: Lyndell’s Bakery

DJ: Marc Anthony from Murray Hill Talent

Posted on January 16, 2015January 20, 2015 by CoCo Boardman

Sarah + Mike — Lyman Estate Wedding – xo, CoCo

You may remember Sarah and Mike from one of my favorite engagement sessions EVER. I think the thing I love most about these two is not only are they adorable, fun, perfectly nerdy, and just the right amount of silly, they completely trusted me. They have the type of cool confidence in themselves and in me that makes my job so easy. Also, their wedding was Ah-Mazing! Intimate, beautiful, personal, and FUN… ALL of my favorite things. Alright, enough gushing, let’s start with Sarah in her room at the stately and stunning Lyman Estate, one of my favorite places to shoot, and wait til you see the outdoor dance floor!

Sarah’s girls were cracking me up.

I shot a few snap shots with my Canonet QL17 35mm film camera, using Fuji 400H film throughout the day. Its such a fun little camera, and film brings a whole other quality to their pictures, can you tell the difference?

Sometimes dresses take a long time… :)

Shot with my Canonet QL17 on Fuji Pro 400H 35mm film.

Mt good friend Allana joined me for the day, and started with Mike down the hall, what a handsome guy!

SUCH a beautiful day!

Lovely Summer Wedding at the Lyman Estate

We walked through the greenhouse for a minute, I LOVED the light in there!

FAVE. Guys, you are TOO cute.

And still just the right amount of silly…

Allana brought along her prism to do some experimenting, I just love this picture.

We thought the library might be a nice backdrop, I must say it suits Sarah very well.

Another shot from my Canonet QL17 on Fuji Pro 400H 35mm film.

Lyman Estate Wedding

And here’s Allana’s view:

Bridal party time, and you know what that means… bad jokes to make them laugh!

Their gardens were so lush and beautiful!

STOP. IT.

We had a little time to relax before the ceremony, when does that ever happen?! Allana hung out with the girls upstairs.

While I shot some details in this beautiful house!

Shot with my Canonet QL17 on Fuji Pro 400H 35mm film.

Almost time…

Sarah’s brother officiated, he did so good!

Aaaaaand then it was time for shots! Allana grabbed these, dying.

Omg, love this guy, Marc Anthony, most excited Dj EVER. Shot with my Canonet QL17 on Fuji Pro 400H 35mm film.

After dinner we even got time for MORE portraits, can this day get any better?!

Allana shot this of their “First Dance.”

Then it was time to party, outside! Check out this outdoor dance floor that Chive Events put together!

Lovely Summer Wedding at the Lyman Estate

Man, what an AWESOME day. Sarah and Mike, thank you so very much for your love, your honesty, for trusting me and for your fabulous, beautiful, and perfectly silly faces! You are the BEST! Find more on Facebook and stay tuned for their super fun details!

Posted on January 14, 2015January 14, 2015 by CoCo Boardman

Irene + Joey — Sculler’s Jazz Club Wedding – xo, CoCo

Irene and Joey, where do I start?! These two had a lovely and intimate day with their nearest and dearest and many who came all the way from Greece to celebrate with them! It threatened rain all day, but we lucked out every minute that we wanted to be outside, such a dream! I hope you enjoy my favorites! Let’s start with Irene as she got ready at her parent’s house, so traditional, I love it.

You know, workin hard!

These girls we so cute!

Stunning Irene!

This girl, just so. cute.

A little rain never hurt anybody!

Vince Schaefer joined me for the day and started at the church, I love all these little details for their greek ceremony.

Aren’t those flowers gorgeous?!

I love seeing all those happy faces!

Thumbs up!

From the church we headed to Sculler’s Jazz Club in Allston, where we got to use the roof deck, in between rain showers at least! :) Vince grabbed this great wide shot.

Irene had her florist incorporate a tape measure into her bouquet as a way to remember her grandmother who was a seamstress, isn’t that so sweet?

Time to party! This is Vince’s shot from the happy couple’s introduction.

Another one from Vince of the money dance, so fun!

A team of traditional dancers entertained the crowd, they were awesome!

Vince found a good angle.

Vince’s shot of the circle dance.

Haha! Caught ya!

The couple took a little break from dancing for a few more night portraits, love that view!

That’s it y’all! Thank you for looking and thank you Irene and Joey for such a lovely day!

Vendors:

Photography: CoCo Boardman for Krista Photography

Second Shooter: Vince Schaefer

Posted on January 12, 2015January 12, 2015 by CoCo Boardman

Sarah + Rob — deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum Wedding Details – xo, CoCo

Sarah and Rob had the most beautiful backdrop for their Summer wedding, a gorgeous day at the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum in Lincoln, MA. Hands down, one of our favorite locations ever. Take a look at their beautiful details, and a few more favorite moments from their day.

The girls dark purple dresses were lovely, and I loved the guys tennis racket ties!

NO climbing.

Such a beautiful setting for a wedding!

DeCordova Sculpture Park and Museum Wedding

Me and Christine Maus, workin it!

DeCordova Sculpture Park and Museum Wedding

Sarah and her mom worked hard to try and bring the outdoors in with these beautiful tree centerpieces, birch candle holders, and succulent accents!

Who doesn’t love cookies for the ride home?!

Photographers gotta have fun too!!

Sarah’s cousin wrote them a song and performed it for their first dance, such a sweet personal touch.

A video projection played at the back of the reception space, which doubles as a gallery, Christine shot the cake against the background.

I grabbed the couple’s silhouette against the projection during their first dance.

It was a beautiful and warm Summer evening, perfect for hanging out on the patio!

DeCordova Sculpture Park and Museum Wedding

Thank you for taking a look and thank you Sarah and Rob for such a fabulous day! Also a special shout out to Jevon Mansfield and her team at the deCordova for making everyone’s day SO fabulous! Check out more on Facebook, go ahead, I dare ya.

Posted on January 9, 2015January 20, 2015 by CoCo Boardman

Sarah + Rob — deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum Wedding – xo, CoCo

Oh, Sarah and Rob, it has been so fun looking through your pictures again, especially on this freezing cold January day! I don’t know if I have ever met two sweeter, funnier, more in love people. From the very start I knew their wedding would be 1) Beautiful, I mean LOOK at that background! 2) Heartfelt and full of their many loving family members, including Rob’s 10 siblings! And most importantly, 3) FUN, these two and their friends kept my second shooter Christine and I laughing, like serious belly laughs, ALL DAY. It really was just the best day, hopefully you can see it too!

I started out with Sarah in the library at the deCordova, as she finished getting ready, notice her smile, you’ll be seeing it A LOT.

Meanwhile my fabulous second shooter Christine Maus got Rob ready for his first look of Sarah up on the rooftop, I loved all the sculptures up there.

Then a walk through the garden for some portraits with a really cool installation in the background. Here’s my view:

And Christine’s:

Watch out folks, we’re off-roading!

I mean, have you seen a happier group of girls?!

These guys, seriously killing me, they were so funny!

Sarah’s insanely cute parents, need I say more…

Just a little crying, nothing to see here!

This walk down to the ceremony was so beautiful.

SUCH a gorgeous spot.

Woohoo!

We snuck away for another minute for some portraits with this Dan Graham piece that I love.

I just LOVE that color!

Meanwhile Sarah’s grandma, on right, was having fun with selfies. :)

And the guests got to peruse the galleries.

Then some more crying…

Rob’s twin brother gave the sweetest speech, he had the whole room in tears!

And now it’s time to party!

Sarah and Rob thank you for such a fabulous day. For having FUN at your wedding, crying when you wanted to, and letting everything else fall into place. You make my job awesome, exciting, and easy. Stay tuned for their details post and check out even more on Facebook!

Posted on October 8, 2014October 1, 2014 by CoCo Boardman · 1 Comment

Christina + Preston — Langham Hotel Boston Wedding Details – xo, CoCo

Let’s just start with the dress, because I think we can all agree, it was ah-mazing. This was my view as I walked into Christina’s suite at the Langham the morning of her wedding. I was in love.

So. many. layers.

You can thank my assistant Pam for this one. :)

I LOVE the bodice detail, I’ve never seen anything like it!

Gorgeous Langham Hotel Wedding in Boston

I love the classic look of pastels.

Such a stunningly simple cake.

My second shooter Paul helping set up a portrait, lookin good!

A little behind the scenes from Pam, again.

And one last one of their lovely rings, and Preston’s with their wedding date in roman numerals!

Vendors:

Photography: CoCo Boardman for Krista Photography

Event Venue: Langham Hotel

Invitations: With Grace

Rings: Chicago Diamond Consultants

Flowers: Ilex Flowers

Wedding Gown and Veil: Vera Wang

Bride’s Shoes: Rene Caovilla

Bridesmaid Dresses: Monique Lhuillier

Hair Stylist: Rachel Cushing

Make-Up: Tavi De La Rosa

Men’s Attire: Men’s Wearhouse

Favors: Whispers of Spring

Cake: Konditor Meister

DJ: Every Second Counts: Music & Design

Lighting: AllStar Entertainment & Uplighting

Posted on October 6, 2014October 6, 2014 by CoCo Boardman · 2 Comments

Christina + Preston — Langham Hotel Boston Wedding – xo, CoCo

I mean, have you ever seen a more beautiful couple?? I didn’t think so… From the moment I stepped into Christina’s hotel room the morning of her wedding I knew it was going to be an amazing day. Not only was THE MOST beautiful dress hanging in the window, but the excitedly tense energy in the room was palpable. Not to mention Christina looked regal, ballerina-like and altogether stunning. My second shooter Paul McNerney and I started out with Christina and her girls as they got ready, here’s what we found:

Gorgeous Langham Hotel Wedding in Boston

Love this from Paul, isn’t she gorgeous?!

Sometimes it takes an army to get into your dress!

So graceful.

Gorgeous Langham Hotel Wedding in Boston

Paul met up with Preston briefly, before the girls came down. I love this, looks like he’s getting a pep-talk.

AH! She is so beautiful!

Dance it out girls!

Going, going….

Gorgeous Langham Hotel Wedding in Boston

Love Paul’s shot of Preston’s priceless reaction as Christina came down the aisle.

They were so cute up on the altar, also from Paul.

Only at a greek ceremony can you get behind the couple like this, I love it Paul!

Paul snuck this shot in as well.

Yesss!!

Just the write amount of goofy, these two.

Paul’s view during their first dance.

LOVE Christina’s face!

We stole a little time with the couple to do some more portraits in the fabulous Wyeth room at the Langham, I love this series.

Preston said and I quote, “They should be paying YOU to wear that dress!”

Gorgeous Langham Hotel Wedding in Boston

And some crazy dancing to finish off the night!

What a fabulous day, in so many ways! Thank you Christina and Preston for enjoying every moment of your day, and letting us document it! There will be even MORE in the details post on Wednesday y’all, and don’t forget to check out their Facebook album too!

Posted on September 29, 2014October 6, 2014 by CoCo Boardman · 1 Comment

Liz + Dylan — Boston Esplanade Engagement – xo, CoCo

Man, these two make me so happy. They are legit, some of the funniest people I know. I was so excited to get to know them some more, after weeks of hilarious email exchanges. So we met up one gorgeous evening on The Esplanade, took some pictures, hung out in a tree, and saw the biggest yoga class ever. It was glorious!

Dude.

Haha!

Aaaand off with the shoes!

LIZ! You are so beautiful!!

Fave.

Those legs girl!

Beware runners, I will shoot pictures of you! :)

This tree was the best.

Guys, you are killing me.

And one last runner to finish it off…

Dylan and Liz, I mean it, you are the BEST! Thank you for letting me follow you around with my camera and bad jokes! Can’t wait to see you soon! Check out more on Facebook folks.