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5 Reasons You Should Elope on Nantucket

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Couples

I had the privilege of photographing a gorgeous elopement for an incredibly kind and thoughtful couple on Nantucket last month. This adventurous duo had actually never visited the island before, and made a relatively last-minute decision to hop on the ferry and get married on a sunny Friday morning on a quiet stretch of beach.  […]

Baby deer sitting on green grass.

5 Ways to Improve Your Wildlife Photography

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Nature & Wildlife

Hello friends!  I hope you all had a wonderful holiday weekend. As I hit publish on this post, I’m on my way out of the country for a very special vacation/adventure with my family. My mom turned 70 last month, and she and my stepdad have planned the trip of a lifetime to celebrate this […]

Piping plover chick looking directly at camera with blurred ocean in background

Explore the Wild Beauty of Nantucket in My Print Shop or the Dreamland Theater!

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Lifestyle

Okay, it’s still a little chilly out there to be calling it summer, but nevertheless my summer photo season on Nantucket begins today! I am so looking forward to seeing many of you over the coming months – I know it’s going to be a great season and I’m excited to share my love of photography with you.

If you’re looking for some fun weekend plans, you can stop by the Nantucket Photographer’s Network show at the Dreamland on Friday evening (5/26). I will be amongst several photographers showing and selling my work in support of the local nonprofit Addiction Solutions of Nantucket. There will be refreshments and a cash bar, so come enjoy yourself while you peruse some beautiful artwork.

The photos I’ll be sharing – along with many other favorite pieces of mine – are all available in my print shop. My passion for wildlife and nature around New England is abundantly on display in these photos, and are beautifully displayed using only the highest-quality print materials. I’d like to use this post to share some of my favorites with you, and the stories behind them.

Mom sitting with daughters in front of mirror, in white dresses

The Only Gift Your Mother Needs This Mother’s Day

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Families

First off, I want to wish all mothers and mother figures out there a Happy Mother’s Day! Spring is a time for reflection, gratitude, and new energy, so it is truly the perfect time to show some love to those around you (and maybe treat a mom to brunch!).  With so many events happening lately, […]

Fun Things To Do on Nantucket This Summer (For you and the kids!)

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Lifestyle

With the sunny season quickly approaching, I wanted to share some of my personal favorite things to do on Nantucket (other than going to the beach!), as well as some recommendations on things to do with your kids on Nantucket. You don’t need an excuse to get over to Nantucket, but it’s nice to have a few ideas in your back pocket, which I’ll be sharing with you. I’ve also got a great photography event I would love to see you at when the summer kicks off so that you can document the summer of ‘23 in style. 

Boston mom and daughter

Spring Photography Sessions: What to wear?

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Families

Whether you’re joining me for an in-home or studio photography session in Boston this spring, or planning to get outside with your family and enjoy spring’s bounty of flowers and sunshine, I’ve got tips for you!  In my last post I shared my favorite locations for outdoor spring sessions in Boston, as well as timing considerations for this time of year.  Today I’m sharing some ideas about what to wear for your spring family or motherhood photographs. 

A Boston Photographer’s Guide To Spring Sessions!

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Families

As a Boston photographer, I am always eagerly anticipating the arrival of spring. The warmth of the sun, the blooming flowers, the vibrant colors, and the excitement in the air, among many other things, make spring the perfect time for capturing beautiful outdoor photos. I love the way the light dances through the trees as the days lengthen, and the many opportunities to take advantage of New England’s natural beauty. Spring is a great time to get outside and take photos of all the beautiful flowers that emerge over the course of just a few short weeks, especially in the Boston area.

Mom and newborn baby smiling

The KSP Spring Motherhood Photography Event

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Families

A deeper dive into my motherhood photography event in Boston this April. As some of you reading this probably know, I’m hosting a brand new photography event in Boston this spring, one I hope to offer every year in the spring for many years to come.  It’s a Motherhood Photography Event, set aside specifically for […]

15 Holiday Gift Ideas to Impress Everyone on Your List

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Lifestyle

If you’re tired of trying to outdo yourself in the gift department every year, this one is for you! I’m giving you some excellent and easy holiday gift ideas for Mom, nature lovers, the kids, astrology lovers, and anyone who dreams of magical summer days on Nantucket. Hopefully, this list will take the stress out […]

Visiting Vancouver & Arizona – Time Well Spent!

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Lifestyle

I finally took a vacation. Shocker, right? Tim and I were already planning to go to Arizona for my sister’s wedding, so we saw a perfect opportunity to make it an extended trip (despite it being the middle of the busiest time of year for family photos in Boston). We went ahead and added Vancouver […]

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