Oh my, how the time flies. And it’s usually not until I am sitting at my computer developing photos until it hits me, hard. TIME. MOVES. FAST!

{flashback – around this time last year I was capturing all the love the Bearce’s share}

This is the first newborn baby girl I’ve shot or held since having Sienna {now 3.5 mos.} That fresh little lady in my arms felt so familiar… Mabel is an angel. Jack has grown so much too!

It hits pretty hard when you realize how quickly time is passing and I feel that now more than ever. This is the biggest reason I’m so passionate about capturing the freshness of newborns and your life as it is on that day. Your family is changing, you’re trying to keep up and often times you forget to stop and look around for just a second. “Look at what we created, look how far I’ve come”.

I feel blessed to be able to give this gift to new parents {especially mama’s}, a vivid memory of this sweet time in your life.

Peace, Love & Gratitude!

April K

All of the snow has melted, the air smells fresh, the cherry blossoms were out, tulips were in full bloom and it felt like Spring was in full effect. This dreamy and romantic celebration of love was the best way to kick off my 2013 season.

Kaitlyn and Kenny exchanged nuptials on a cloudy yet sunny spring day in April. As I pulled up to the extraordinary brick Mansion on Turner Hill, I felt overwhelmed with excitement and wonder. What will the day hold for everyone today I thought to myself… Well that was a short lived thought because as soon as I walked into the sun-filled bridal chambers and saw 8 beauties in linen robes with Champaign flutes in hand, I knew it was going to be a fun day. They welcomed me into the room as if I was part of the bridal party, it was such an amazing start to my day.

After everyone was polished and ready we headed outside to the sweet and romantic gardens. Guests walked upon cherry blossoms that were dropped from the exquisitely large tree to the right.  Kaitlyn and her father walked down a pebble path {she in her Valentino heels} to meet Kenny standing near the terrace kissed with hydrangeas and crystal chandeliers. A giant golden harp sat to the right of the garden as it sang sweet songs to all to hear. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house, they were pronounced husband and wife the trumpets sounded as rose petals flew through the spring breeze… “All You Need Is Love” by the Beatles filled the air and I just about dropped my camera!

… had I died and gone to heaven?!

What made this day most special was the warmth and love that filled everyones faces. Kaitlyn and Kenny are going to have such a beautiful journey together, I’m so excited for them.

This really was a day to remember for everyone in attendance.

Peace & Love… Actually,

April K

This affair was decked from head to toe with 5 Star wedding vendors:
Venue: Mansion on Turner Hill {amazing venue to work with, Carol ROCKS!}
Flowers: Pepperberry’s {knock your socks off gorgeous}
Band:  Night Rhythm {rocked the house down}
Cake: Jenny’s Wedding Cakes {she did a great job!}
Second Photographer: Meghann Gregory Photography

I was thrilled when we decided to start out Emily & Bert’s engagement session in their Back Bay apartment.

Why?

Because I feel the more you incorporate your everyday-ness into your engagement photos {that you’ll have forever}, the fonder the memories will be down the road. “Oh remember that blanket” or “remember what fun it was living in that apartment… remember when we used to walk along the Charles and order out from our favorite restaurant…”  and it just opens the flood gate of memories from such a new and exciting time together.

My wish for each engagement session is for you to look at the memories years from today and be reminded of WHY you fell so deeply in love.

Emily and Bert certainly make a sweet couple, I am so looking forward to their wedding at the Boston Public Library in June of 2013.

Peace, Love & First Apartments,

April K

P.S. How clever and fitting is that Save the Date?!

Alyssa and Nick exchanged vows on a very sunny yet chilly Friday afternoon. Their nuptials took place at the Liberty Hotel in the heart of Boston. What is now a luxury hotel was once, believe it or not, an old prison holding some of Boston’s most notorious criminals.

Alyssa did a fantastic job on creating a vibe all of her own. From the soft whites and pinks of the flowers to the gold key on the invitation and seating cards, each detail was well thought out and meshed well with her style and the history of the venue. It was a beautiful wedding, clearly enjoyed by all who attended!

Peace, Love and Locked up Love,

April K

I often times ask couples what they’ll be doing with engagement portraits, so that I can plan and visualize for whatever it is they’ll be using them for. Sometimes they’re used for save the dates {which I’ll need to leave room for text etc} and sometimes they’re used for a guest book or just because. I feel engagement pictures are such an important piece of the puzzle when you’re starting to preserve your families history.

The engagement period is when it all begins, when you decide to walk through life together and start planning your future together. I feel this time is precious and will be long gone, before you know it you’ll have 3 kids who are all off to college, and you’ll be left wondering what happend. Time moves quick, I don’t need to tell you that. Having photos from a time in your life when you were fresh, new and learning how to love one another is a great “go to” during your marriage. Chances are you have never been photographed professionally together, so why not take advantage of this precious time?

{Christine + Travis}

Beacon Hill’s old world charm and slanted streets make it the perfect location for a very Boston-esq engagement shoot. I was so happy when Christine contacted me to capture not only her wedding {which sadly I cannot shoot} but also her engagement portraits. She is such a kind hearted and energetic person and I was so happy to get to know Travis better. They’re a couple that just melts into one another and can tell they’ll be together forever.

Follow below for our walk through the cutest town around!

Peace, Love & Crooked Streets,

April K

What is my dream as a photographer? Besides my long list of goals… most importantly for me, is for my subjects to be comfortable to be themselves in front of me. Just to be together, not caring what I’m doing or thinking or what bench/wall/any object I’m climbing to get the perfect shot. My dream is to have each and every one of my clients to simply… act as if I’m not there! The goal for me is to capture each couple as they are, naturally, in real life… {just looking extra insanely good doing it!}.

Well Becky and Mark certainly had no troubles doing just that. These two are so much fun and completely and clearly adore each other. It was one of those shoots that I walked away feeling all toasty and tingly inside. Needless to say, I cannot wait to capture their wedding day! It’s going to be off the hook.

Peace, Love & Belly Laughs,

April K

Tammy + Tommy’s nuptials were exchanged at the Cracker Factory in Geneva, NY. What a beautiful and heart felt ceremony. Not only could you tell that there was so much thought and care put into her big day, you could feel it radiating throughout the room. Seriously… I was shedding a few tears behind the lens as she was walking down the aisle and especially when Tammy & Tommy were exchanging their vows.

I’ve been asked various times, what I think is the BEST way to personalize your wedding day? Hands down…writing your own vows. Taking the time, thought and energy to express the way you feel today and how you promise to take care of each other, no matter what, forever and ever,  is something only you can say. Vows are something that should be the #1 thing you think about when you’re planning out your details.

As I was going through these teeny tiny moments in time, I have to say that I got choked up all over again. The ceremony is, without a doubt, the most important part of the day. Watching Tammy and Tommy exchanging vows, watching Tammy get choked up over and over and over again… it’s why I love my job. Being able to give them something that no one else can. The gift of that single moment in time, when the vibrant love they share illuminated the room.

Fun times in the photo booth!!!

Peace, Love & Tears of Joy,

April K

Have you ever been to a surprise wedding?!?! This was my first surprise wedding experience and let me tell you, Kate & John are onto something here.

I had the pleasure of spending the afternoon before her wedding with, Kate. What a beautiful soul inside and out. She’s so calm, cool and collected as she’s getting herself ready for her wedding day AND taking care of her and John’s son, Jack. Talk about multi-tasking!

These surprise nuptials took place on Cape Cod at Woods Hole Golf Club. It was a sting operation (or so I felt). None of the family knew it was a wedding except Kate, John and their immediate families, who were also apart of the ceremony. All of the other guests, family & friends thought they were getting together for an Easter celebration, like they do every year. As everyone was gathering in the club house John’s father called everyone out to the back patio facing the greens and made an announcement. “You may not be here for the reason you think”… and continued to tell friends and family that they were about to witness the wedding of Kate & John. Jaws dropped, tears were shed and Kate & John (and baby Jack) walked down the aisle together to make a beautiful promise that they will spend the rest of their days together.

Kate & John, I had such a great time with you both and I can tell you share a beautiful love. May you have many years of love and laughter.

Peace, Love & SURPRISES!!!

April K

Remember yesterday’s blog post about my girl, Kathryn the Event Designer? Well, besides the wonderful flowers and tablescaping, her family was celebrating her mom, Betty’s 60th birthday.

SURPRISE!

It was such a fun and happy energy that filled the room as Betty walked in and saw all of her closest friends and family there to celebrate with her.

And to top it off…as if 40 of your closest compadre’s wasn’t enough… her twin sons flew in from California to surprise her! Every mother’s dream, a beautiful family together again.

Happy 60th, Betty… (I hope I look that good when I’m 60!)

Peace, Love & Surprises,

April K

Meet Event Designer, Kathryn Yee.

(Below with her Dad)

This tablescaping & flower design mastermind was the influence behind the flowers & tablescaping at my wedding AND the visionary behind Kathryn Yee Design.

What is tablescaping you ask?

Tablescaping is the aesthetic layout of a table (usually weddings or parties) including the centerpiece, color of linen, napkin folds, china and flatware, etc. This has become an ever growing wedding trend around New England and beyond.

When I was planning my wedding I was really concerned with flowers and how the centerpieces were going to look… yes I know, I didn’t even have invitations picked out and all I could think about was centerpieces. I was scouring every wedding blog and pinterest and I had the general idea of how I wanted it to look. I met with one florist who just didn’t get it, I was so frustrated. After meeting with Kathryn and explaining what look I was going for,  she cleaned up my idea and added the extra details it needed.  Kathryn has the gift of visualizing extravagant and beautiful arrangements that will liven up even the most mundane situations. I highly recommend her for any wedding or event.

Here are some detail shots of the surprise party she planned for her mother, Betty at the Harvest in Cambridge, MA. From colorful invites to soft yet vibrant flowers to flags and cupcakes… she covered everything!

Peace, Love and all things Visually Delicious!

April K