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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 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 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 August 6, 2014August 6, 2014 by CoCo Boardman · 1 Comment

Kate + Peter — Harvard Faculty Club Wedding – xo, CoCo

Man, oh man where do I even start with these two?! Kate and Peter were so much fun to photograph on their rainy yet beautiful wedding day at the Harvard Faculty Club. Kate was glowing, and the two of them were full of smiles and high-fives all day. And if you need more proof of how awesome they are check out their New York Times Vows Video, I’m telling you it’s some serious cute overload.

So I started out with Kate in my favorite room at the Faculty Club, LOVE that wallpaper!

Is it zipped?!

Classic!

My fabulous friend Lara started with Peter just down the hall.

She promptly taught him how to put on a boutonnière, nice job Peter.

So sharp!

Time for the First Look, love this from Lara.

Oh that stair case!

Such beautiful spaces at the Faculty Club, here’s my view:

And Lara’s:

A quick ride to Harvard Memorial Church where we had a fabulous shield from the rain, thanks Peter!

From Lara as well, so cute!

Kate’s parents waiting patiently…

Just breathe.

Kate and her mom were so sweet, both full of tears!

Lara captured this of Peter’s parents, so sweet.

Woohoo!

A few more portraits in this stunning archway.

Time to party!

Lara grabbed this of their very well rehearsed first dance. :)

Kate and her dad were adorable!

And Peter’s parents too! So cute!

What a day guys! SO many smiles and so much laughter with these two goofballs. Thank you Kate and Peter! You are absolutely fabulous! Stay tuned for their details, and check out more in their Facebook album.

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 24, 2014April 23, 2014 by Krista Guenin

Molly + Eli — Seaport Boston Wedding

Molly & Eli’s wedding was lovely, and so very fun! The day began with getting ready at the Seaport Hotel…

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CoCo started with Eli over at the Wintergarden

Then we all met up outside for their First Look. I love CoCo’s sneaky view through the trees!

Love these shots from CoCo of the First Look! So sweet!

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He definitely knows how to make her laugh!

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Then it was time for some group portraits!

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Then it was time to hide before the ceremony… so we went and “hid” all over the Seaport grounds ;)

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Ceremony time!

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The Wintergarden is so beautiful!

Seaport Hotel Boston Jewish Wedding

CoCo got some great close ups

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Seaport Hotel Boston Jewish Wedding

Woohoo! Married!

Seaport Hotel Boston Jewish Wedding

Then it was time for the party!! CoCo grabbed this beautiful shot of the First Dance

So. Much. Laughing!

Is it just me, or are Jewish wedding receptions more fun and crazy high energy than every other kind of wedding?! LOVE it!!

Seaport Hotel Boston Jewish Wedding

CoCo’s view of the crazy dance floor

Seaport Hotel Boston Jewish Wedding

Lots of heartfelt toasts and speeches

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Love this!

Little girls know how to have fun at weddings!

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Time for more dancing!

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What a fabulous day! Molly & Eli, thank you for inviting us into your day, and into your lives!

To view more of my favorites from Molly & Eli’s wedding, check out the album on facebook!

The awesome vendors for this wedding include….

Location: Seaport Hotel Boston, Invitations: Papyrus, Other Stationary: Wedding Paper Divas, Rings: Joseph Gann Jewelers, Caterer: Catering by Andrew, Flowers: Sarah’s Garden, Wedding Gown: Vows, Bride’s Hair: Maral from Salon Mara,l Band: SoHo from Nightshift Entertainment, Videography: Generations Cinemastories

Posted on March 28, 2014May 5, 2014 by CoCo Boardman

Nichole + Steve — Church Landing Wedding – xo, CoCo

Oh, Nichole and Steve, where do I start?! Well first of all Nichole is a friend of Krista’s so when she came to us for her wedding photography, we just couldn’t resist! You may remember them from their North End Engagement, and also remember that they are totally adorable. They were married on one of the last few beautiful Fall days in late November at the beautiful Church Landing in Meredith, New Hampshire. We had the run of the place for the day and could not have been more grateful for the gorgeous light and weather. Not to mention this couple and their wonderfully welcoming families and friends, what a fun day!

He obviously took his job very seriously…:)

Krista was my fabulous second shooter for the day, Nichole is a good friend of hers after all! She started out with Steve and his dudes.

Love.

LOVE.

Oh, Nichole you are such a beauty!

Krista grabbed this of Steve when he first saw Nichole!

Workin hard :)

This is Krista’s view of the dock, love the blue!

And mine.

The next few are Krista’s, man we got some gorgeous light!

Make love to the camera Steve…

Then into the library with the bridal party!

We just had to take advantage of this hallway with branches, it was so cool! This is Krista’s view with ambient light.

The girls needed to kill a little time before the ceremony, so might as well sing “Wheels on the bus!”

The next two are from Krista.

Krista’s view of the kiss!

We found time for a little night photography right after the ceremony, here’s a long exposure of the building from Krista, gorgeous!

And some fun with lights in the trees from me!

Steve’s mom was killing it, love those heels!

Fun with their Photo Booth pictures :)

Steve’s dad, also a champ on the dance floor. :)

Not to mention Nichole!

Woohoo! What a fabulous day it was, thank you Nichole and Steve for being so incredibly easy to work with, you and your wonderful families. We wish you all the best! Find more on Facebook! We also have these wonderful vendors to thank for such a gorgeous day!

Photography: CoCo Boardman and Krista Guenin for Krista Photography

Venue: Church Landing, Meredith, NH

Invitations: Powderhorn Press

Other Stationary: Mad Libs

Rings: Morgan Jewelers

Florist: Local Color Floral Design

Wedding Gown: Essence of Australia, purchased at Bella Sera Bridal

Veil: Bella Sera Bridal

Hair Comb: Hair Comes the Bride

Earrings and necklace: Nadri

Bridesmaid dresses: After Six

Bridesmaid necklaces: Hot Mix Cold

Hair and Make-Up: Cascade Spa at Church Landing

Men’s Attire: Russo’s Tux

Favors: Cookies made by Coffee Tea and Me

Cake: Jacques Pastries

Posted on January 29, 2014May 5, 2014 by CoCo Boardman

Gigi + Jason — Hyannis Private Estate Wedding – xo, CoCo

Oh, Gigi and Jason, where do I begin?! I had the BEST feeling about these two when we first met over beers in Porter Square. They seemed genuinely excited and perfectly in love. Gigi giggled and smiled the whole time, more of that below :) While Jason and I nerded out on beer. Fun fact, Jason and I later ran into each other over the Summer, way the heck out in Vermont at Hill Farmstead, while he was on his bachelor weekend, great minds…

Well all that positive energy continued through to their wedding which was sunny, beautiful, and filled with LOTS of love and laughter. No joke, as I walked around the property in the morning, the first thing I heard was Gigi giggling up in her suite. Just LOVE her. OK, so here we start at this beautiful private estate, with big thanks to Jason’s family for their kindness and hospitality.

These shoes reminded me of Sex and the City, am I right ladies? Hello, Lover.

Gigi’s mother lives in Egypt and I was told she doesn’t get to see her daughters together all that often. She was just incredibly sweet, kissing, hugging and singing all day.

Gigi must have slipped this into Jason’s garment bag, he got ready just down the hallway from her.

I was very lucky to be joined by Paul McNerney of Studio Foto for the day! He grabbed this of Jason, and the next two of their first look.

Love these shots from Paul, Gigi was so nervous and sweet.

Paul also ran upstairs to grab this during the ceremony, absolutely stunning! (Look closely, that’s the Kennedy compound in the distance).

Gigi’s dad, such a sweetie.

Gigi you are killing me!

Love this from Paul.

This lookout felt like the hottest place on earth at the time, but totally worth it!

We grabbed the couple at sunset for a few more portraits, some of my favorites!

Paul‘s view, love.

Paul grabbed this as well.

Gigi and her sisters were killing it on the dance floor.

Gigi and Jason you two are so dear to my heart, thank you and your families for being incredibly welcoming and loving. Thank you for letting me photograph your love! Head over to Facebook for more!

Photography: CoCo Boardman for Krista Photography

Second Shooter: Paul McNerney