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Posted on November 16, 2009November 17, 2009 by Krista Guenin

Sara & Steve’s Wedding – Gorgeous Details

As I mentioned in my last post, Sara & Steve’s wedding was GORGEOUS! There were so many great little details throughout the day, I thought I’d share them in a post all their own!

The flowers were so interesting and different! I love all the feathers and unique touches they put into all of the arrangements. The coolest part… Sara’s MOM did all the flowers!

This shot was taken by my fabulous assistant, Elizabeth!

The cake was beautiful!

It rained pretty much the entire day, but for a couple minutes it let up long enough for me to capture this shot of the tent by the ocean.

I told you it was gorgeous!

Posted on November 16, 2009November 17, 2009 by Krista Guenin · 1 Comment

Sara & Steve’s Wedding – Gerrish Island, Maine

Sara & Steve‘s wedding was planned to be outdoors at Sara’s parents’ home by the ocean up in Maine. But the day ended up being a wet one… I mean, it did not stop raining for a moment all day! They didn’t let it ruin anything though – the wedding was beautiful and everyone had a marvelous time!

The day started at the Hilton Garden Inn in Portsmouth as everyone got ready. There were some great moments as the anticipation grew!

My assistant, Elizabeth, captured this shot of Steve’s daughter with Sara

Sara was just glowing!

The rain couldn’t take the smile off of her face!

Sara’s flowers were gorgeous! Her mom did all the floral design, and it was so fabulous, there will be a whole separate post for the details!

Since the ocean view was out of the question for the portraits, we had to get creative. The porch ended up being an excellent replacement, and with the help of Elizabeth and an umbrella we were able to give them some space for some naturally relaxed portraits.

My FAVORITE!

First Dance

I love the faces of everyone in the background in this one ;)

Steve’s kids were a big part of the day’s festivities…

Ugh, he’s such a cutie!

Sara & Steve – thank you so much for having us there to document your day! It ended up being such a lovely wedding, and such a fun party! I’m so glad you didn’t let the rain get you down :) I hope you love the photos!!

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Posted on November 16, 2009 by Krista Guenin · 1 Comment

Sara & Steve – Rehearsal Dinner

Like many of my couples this year, Sara & Steve don’t live in the Boston area. They live out in California, and we weren’t actually able to meet until the night before their wedding. I “require” all of my couples to have an engagement shoot before the wedding so we can spend some time getting to know each other in front of the camera – it just makes it SO much easier to get great portraits on the wedding day. Since we didn’t get a chance to meet earlier, we captured some portraits before their Rehearsal Dinner. I met up with them at their hotel in Portsmouth and we went for a walk…

Steve does NOT like to have his photo taken. He said that he didn’t think I could get a good photo of him – that I couldn’t get a natural smile from him. Haha! Don’t test me, people! ;)

After our portrait session, we drove up to Sara’s parents’ place on Gerrish Island for the Rehearsal Dinner. Driving down their street, I spotted this little guy out my window.

Steve’s Dad was walking along the shore behind the house, looking for rocks. Totally endearing :)

And some of the boys were throwing rocks. I loved how synchronized they were!

Steve & Sara spent the rest of the evening laughing and enjoying a some time with their friends and family. It was a fun and very relaxed party!

Stay tuned for the photos from their gorgeous (and soaking wet) wedding!

Posted on November 2, 2009December 4, 2009 by Krista Guenin · 3 Comments

Sarah & Peter’s Wedding – Winchester, MA

Sarah & Peter were married this summer on a wicked hot day. Now that it’s getting cold outside, it’s hard to even imagine just how hot we were that day!

The day started out at Sarah’s family home in Lexington. As soon as I walked in, I noticed the gorgeous daisies on the counter. The bright red and the little touches of blue were just beautiful!

Sarah took a moment to read through the scripture for the ceremony.

She looked so beautiful!

The ceremony was held at First Baptist Church in Winchester. Sarah & her Dad shared a moment before heading down the aisle.

Both Sarah & Peter’s families are very musical. Their friends and siblings participated in the ceremony by singing and playing instruments. It was a beautiful time of worship – so special and personal. Even with sweat dripping down my face in the un-air conditioned church, I loved it ;)

The next 2 photos were taken by my assistant, Elizabeth

After the ceremony, we went across the street to Mill Pond for a few minutes alone with the happy couple

After some portraits, we headed back across the road to Hope Christian Church for the reception. Hope recently planted my church, GENESIS in Woburn. Sarah’s Dad is an elder at Hope, and I’ve known their family since before I moved to Boston. It was fun to be so familiar with the surroundings, and the guests, and to feel like such a part of the family at this wedding.

The reception was early in the day, so instead of dancing they had a lot of great toasts and games and fun throughout the afternoon. Peter’s brother gave a tear-jerking toast.

Sarah’s sister, and maid-of-honor, Allie’s toast. You’ll notice that Sarah changed into a great little red dress for the party! So fun!

They had bowls full of personalized M&M‘s out, and I just had to play a little bit!

After a fun afternoon, these two literally ran out the door and off to their new life together! Elizabeth was able to capture this great shot as they ran through the bubbles.

Sarah & Peter – it was so great to be a part of your wedding day! I hope you’re settling in to your new life in England, and enjoying married life!

To view more of my favorites from Sarah & Peter’s wedding, please visit my Facebook Fan Page.

Posted on October 17, 2009October 16, 2009 by Krista Guenin · 2 Comments

Erin & Steve’s Wedding in Black & White FILM

As you may have guessed, I got a bunch of film back from the lab this week :) Here are a few of my favorite film images from Erin & Steve‘s wedding.

Erin & her Dad

A panoramic of the aisle, taken with the Widelux

The church as seen through the Holga

Erin & Steve in the Bentley (Holga)

And a portrait of Erin & Steve

Posted on October 16, 2009 by Krista Guenin · 1 Comment

Megan & Mike’s Wedding – Black & White FILM

I was on my way to Megan & Mike‘s wedding when I got a call from Megan asking if I could shoot some film that day as well! Luckily, my film bag was at home prepped and ready and my assistant was able to run back and pick it up. And I’m so glad she asked :) I love shooting film, and now generally include a bit in all my packages. It just adds such a cool touch to the wedding day, and in this case, it was the perfect classic touch to go with some of the classic details.

Megan… taken on the Holga

A few images of the Ford Model-A that served as the limo for the day. First on the Holga, then on the Nikon F100, and finally on the Widelux.

And finally, the First Dance on film…

Posted on October 15, 2009March 16, 2011 by Krista Guenin · 2 Comments

Megan & Mike’s Wedding – Concord, MA

I knew just by talking to Megan on the phone that I was going to love her! She and Mike live out in San Francisco and were planning their wedding here in Concord, where Megan grew up. I met Megan and her Mom once, but didn’t meet Mike until the Rehearsal Dinner. They are such a fun and sweet couple, and their family and friends are just wonderful. I had so much fun spending the day with them, I can’t even tell you!

The day began at Megan’s parents’ house…

Megan & her bridesmaids have been friends since pre-school, and their families are extremely close. I just fell in love with them and the friendships they’ve formed over the years! They had a little dance-party in Megan’s room while they got ready :)

Dad

Mom

Megan made necklaces for each of her bridesmaids. I think they’re beautiful!

it’s not as easy as you think…

Such gorgeous green eyes!

Instead of renting a limo for the day, they hired these antique cars. It’s a 1928 Ford Model A – so cool!

Waiting to walk down the aisle…

Think they’re excited? I love this shot that my second shooter, Rachel Hadiashar, captured.

A quick portrait of the newlyweds in front of Holy Family Church

The reception was held at the Concord Country Club, so we took some portraits out on the golf course. I love this shot of the bridal party – you can totally see what a fun group of people they are. And don’t you just love the bridesmaids’ dresses?!

Then we had a few minutes alone with Megan & Mike…

This is my favorite!

My favorite part of the day was the reception! I always love a good dance party, and these people did not disappoint!!

Megan & Mike, thank you SO much for trusting me to document your wedding! It was absolutely a pleasure to spend the day with all of you! I hope you love the photos :)

To view more of my favorites from this wedding, please visit my Facebook Fan Page.

Posted on October 1, 2009 by Krista Guenin · 6 Comments

Elena & Dan’s eSession – Walden Pond

I remember reading Walden in high school, and really liking it. Ever since I moved out to the Boston area, and realized how close I was to Walden Pond, I’ve been dying to go there. I have this little fantasy that I’ll go one day and walk around the pond and then sit on a blanket and read the book… but that hasn’t happened yet and probably won’t happen anytime soon. I did, however, go to Walden recently for Elena & Dan’s engagement session. I was totally excited to see it finally, and was equally excited to meet Dan and see Elena again! We met up just before sunset and had a chance to walk around the pond a bit, and spend some time letting them get used to me and my Nikon :)

This one is my FAVORITE!

They are totally cute!

Elena & Dan – it was great hanging out with you two and getting to know you both a little better! I’m really looking forward to the wedding next weekend – it’s going to be beautiful! Enjoy the last week of your engagement and I’ll see you soooon! :)

Posted on September 29, 2009October 1, 2009 by Krista Guenin · 6 Comments

Erin & Steve’s Wedding – Cambridge, MA

Erin and Steve‘s wedding was wonderful! The weather was lovely, Erin was absolutely stunning, and they spent the day surrounded by family and having a really fun time. Sounds about right, doesn’t it? :)

Erin, having her makeup done… totally glamorous!

Erin’s Grandmother was pretty much my favorite person at the wedding :) She’s the cutest!

I’m loving the curve of her waist, and the way her hand is laying on her hip… so gorgeous!

Erin’s sister helping with her necklace

And my assistant, Elizabeth‘s take on the same moment…

Totally excited to see the limo pulling up outside!

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Steve

Erin and Mom getting ready to head over to Our Lady of the Assumption for the ceremony

I love little moments like this during the wedding

After the ceremony, we went over to Hotel Marlowe for some portraits before the reception. Hotel Marlowe is now officially one of my favorite hotels for weddings! It is so funky and has so many interesting details, that I actually preferred to do portraits inside for a change! Plus, they set up a Wii during the cocktail hour and that is just the coolest!

I mean, come on!

Hotel Marlowe sits along the Charles River, so we did venture outside for a few portraits by the water

Erin & Steve’s cake was beautiful. The swirlies all over it were also on the menus and ran throughout the details. It was really well put together.

Elizabeth captured this moment during the first dance

What’s better than a photo of a cute Grandma? A photo of her dancing with her new grandson! Totally precious!

I’m also a sucker for cute little kids at weddings, not just Grandmas…

Thanks Elizabeth for capturing a nice shot of me during the wedding! I’m not a fan of having my picture taken, like most photographers, so it’s always nice when someone can catch a good one ;)

Erin & Steve spent most of the night dancing with their friends, and having a fabulous time!

Erin & Steve – thank you so much for having us along to capture your day! The wedding was so fun, and I hope you have as much fun going through all the images and living it all over again!

To view more of my favorites from Erin & Steve’s wedding, please visit my Facebook Fan Page.

Posted on September 21, 2009June 10, 2016 by Krista Guenin · 2 Comments

Susan & Ethan’s Family Portraits – Indianapolis, IN

Ten years ago, I had just graduated from Butler University and was living in Indianapolis with my friend Susan. I was also working in a psychiatric clinic at a children’s hospital with kids with autism and OCD, but that was in another life… Anyway, it was a bit surreal to meet Susan and her husband and three beautiful children back on campus at Holcomb Gardens this summer for some family photos! We had a blast hanging out though, and I was totally excited to meet baby Lily for the first time!

This is my boy, Jack. We’re totally buds…

Wherever the big brother goes, the little brother will follow…

Ethan and Sam

Susan and Lily

Ugh! Those lips and those eyes!!! And the chubs – I just want to squeeze her!!!!

The whole family. I can’t tell you how many shots it took to get this one where they’re all looking and smiling!!

Sammy and Grandma

haha! What’s wrong Sam?

I LOVE this shot of Jack blowing bubbles!!

Near the end of the session, Sue busted out this gorgeous pink tutu for Lily!!! It was FABULOUS!

This is my FAVORITE!!!

Lily didn’t really want to pose for us…

Momma makes it all better though :)

We even caught a few shots of Sue and Ethan as a couple. Too many people get married, have kids and never seem to get their photo taken as a couple anymore!

And, of course, I have to share a compilation of some of my favorite Jack faces :)

Sue – it was SO great to see you guys!! Thank you for a fun afternoon, and for a delicious dinner. Your family is so delightful, and just insanely cute! I just love that we’re connected again and I get to see your little family grow :)

To view more of my favorites from this sessions, please check my Facebook Fan Page!