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Posted on January 30, 2015March 25, 2016 by CoCo Boardman · 2 Comments

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

Let’s just take a look at how beautiful this spot is. The Essex Conference Center and Retreat is a fabulous North Shore hidden gem, filled with fabulous scenery, outdoor sculptures, lily ponds, oh my! Not to mention all of the hard work Kirk and Ryan and their friends put into their amazingly colorful diy details, feast your eyes!

I can’t even handle this beautiful arbor covered in paper flowers.

They transformed the tent into a colorful oasis, filled with gummy bears, wild flowers and neon.

I brought along my Canonet QL17 35mm rangefinder and shot some snapshots on Fuji 400H color film.

And you know Vince, my second shooter, and I had to test out the light a bit… Aren’t we pretty?

Colorful Same Sex Wedding at Essex Conference Center and Retreat

Ok back to the good stuff! When we arrived, the boys were working on individual messages to each and every guest, including me and Vince., how sweet?! Also shot on Fuji 400H color 35mm film.

Details and portraits from Vince.

Our mascots for the day.

Shot on Fuji 400H color 35mm film during the most wonderful heartfelt ceremony ever.

And a wide shot, such a beautiful scene!

A couple more details shot on Fuji 400H color 35mm film.

This ketubah was handmade meticulously by one of their best friends, it was beautiful.

Not to mention their beautiful art deco rings designed by a family member!

One more on Fuji 400H film, don’t you love the “Summer Camp” feel?

Such a fabulous night!

And Vince and I got our own dance party with our favorite grooms! Hahaha!

And the boys rocked it in short shorts all night long.

We mostly have Ryan, Kirk, and their dedicated friends and family for all the fabulous details, but they did get some help from these fine folks:

Venue: Essex Conference and Retreat Center

Pretzels: Swiss Bakers

Ryan’s Bow Tie: CCADesign

Kirk’s Bow Tie: Southern Gent Bow Ties

Dog Bow Ties and Leashes: The Kozie Canine

Photography: CoCo Boardman for Krista Photography

Second shooter: Vince Schaefer

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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 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 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.

Posted on September 22, 2014September 22, 2014 by CoCo Boardman

Marlana + Matt — Arnold Arboretum Engagement – xo, CoCo

Oh my gosh, I’m so excited for this post! Marlana and Matt are just the best. I met Marlana back in the day at RIT, I knew her brother through my best friend, who is now my brother-in-law, I’m sure we met at a terrible party… :) They’re getting married in upstate NY later this year, but wanted to shoot some engagement pictures in Boston, where they call home. So I was so incredibly excited when she reached out to me, and so pumped to meet her fiance Matt (they’ve been together for 10 years!).

We started out at their apartment in Jamaica Plain, and amazingly got their adorable kitty Audrey to stay still for approximately 2.5 seconds.

It was a B-E-A-Utiful night in JP!

I mean…

The light on the pathway was gorgeous!

Quick costume change at home…

Then off to the Arnold Arboretum!

LOVED this grass.

I was DYING with this crawling grapevine.

Absolute FAVE.

Aaaahh!!! Guys, I had so much fun with you, mosquito bites and all! Thank you so much for sharing your love with me, you are beautiful! Check out even more on Facebook y’all!

Posted on September 15, 2014September 15, 2014 by CoCo Boardman · 2 Comments

Katie + Brian — Boston Long Wharf Engagement – xo, CoCo

Katie, Brian and I got together on one of those beautiful misty mornings in Boston, while most of the city was still asleep, and we had the Long Wharf to ourselves, aside from the P-town ferry crowd. :) The area holds a special significance for these two, since that’s where Brian popped the question! (They even showed me the exact spot). So it was super fun to walk around with them through one of their favorites spots in the city. What a fabulous morning!

That’s the spot! So cute!

City boy and country girl. :)

Fave!

Love!

Those eyes girl!

Love love love Katie’s Texas necklace!

Thanks for taking a look at my favorites, and thank you Katie and Brian for being so gosh-darn wonderful! Can’t wait to see you soon! Also, check out more on Facebook!

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

Elena + Olivier — University of Pennsylvania Engagement – xo, CoCo

Olivier and his beautiful Elena and I met up on the campus of UPenn, where they met, on a beautiful Summer afternoon. They were wearing some fabulously crazy colors, the sun was shining (right when we needed it to!) and the campus was quiet, well except for the occasional scavenger hunters, but more on that later! I had a great time getting to know them and getting a personal tour of UPenn’s gorgeous campus! We started out hiding on these stairs, how great are those colors?!

Love love love those trees!

So sweet… aaaand then we got photo bombed!

Summer Engagement Portrait Session at UPenn in Philadelphia

You know I love a little bit of goofball… :)

Love this building!

Then some very generous security guards let us into the Quad for a few more portraits, it was like Hogwarts in there!

Work it girl!

Haha, you too Olivier!

Beautiful night, beautiful scenery, and two beautiful goofballs, you can’t ask for more! Thank you Elena and Olivier for hanging out with me, it was so much fun! And there’s even more on Facebook y’all!