August
31
2011
What if I were to tell you that I had an engagement session somewhere other then Albany, Saratoga and Lake George? Is that something you might be interested in? Pardon my nod to Entourage, so sad its coming to an end. Anyway.. Have I ever mentioned how much I love Boston? There are so many things I love about this city. The food, the culture, the history, Sam Adams beer and the shopping are some things I love. However, there is one thing I’m just not that crazy about. You guessed it, The Red Sox. While this engagement session didn’t take place in Fenway Park, the Back Bay or just around town ending on Acorn St it happened in one of my favorite places, The North End. Back in February Danaea and Mike sat in my office and told us about how they live in the North End and have this great roof deck. At that point this engagement session was conceived. Cut to last week, I was in Boston hosting the WPPI Road Trip so I reached out to Danaea and we set this thing up. I must say I’m quite happy with this one. I love everything about it. As if the awesome session wasn’t enough Danaea and Mike treated myself and Kris Ann(their florist ;) to an authentic North End Italian dinner at Vinoteca di Monica on Richmond St, their favorite restaurant. What a great way to end a great day! I can’t wait to work with these two again in January! They promised me they’d come out in the snow!! Guys, thank you for having be do this session, thank you for choosing us for your big day and thank you for the dinner!! I can’t wait for your big day!
ps.. I’m off to Boston again today for a the Yankee game and another engagement session!
Peace,
JP
Before I got into their apartment I had to get past Ryan aka Ry Guy aka Chicken. He’s a sweet little dude and is actually named after Mikes friend Ryan who is the shortest (my height) out of all his friends, too funny.
Danaea don’t play, rocking some Louboutin’s for outfit #1.
We set it off on the freedom trail in Paul Revere Mall, it’s like a one minute walk from their place.
Probably one of the most photographed landmarks in Boston. Due to the light I choose the horses best side ;)
Nothing wrong with a fountain shot…
After a little cash bribery I got him to play them a song.. This is one of my favorites from the first set.
Another one…
Isn’t Boston awesome?
Like I said, I’d rather the red soles than red sox ;)
The North End is full of these awesome little alleys or entrances, I love the light and the texture.
They’re Boston celebs.. I was shooting this and some guy then knew stopped by to outdo me with his cellphone camera. ;)
I finally found some light..
I like this one..
They nailed the Elario Configuration, I asked if they practiced.
Another one..
and one more because its my blog and I said so!
Oh hey there fancy pants.
I’m crazy about the light.. I love shooting into it.
I also will play by the rules and use the light the way we were taught in photo school ;)
This is where I tell you how awesome the choice of blue was. I’m loving all the colorful dresses in these engagement sessions. It’s like she knew we were heading to the harbor..
Heads were turning on Atlantic Ave..
My facebook teaser image which I happen to love! (someone messaged me and said the Boston harbor never looked so good)
Oh come on!
Someone was happy we were home.. I asked him to pose for me but he had to stretch first.. CHICKEN!!
Oh he’s all cool with the paw up, doing the “look away”
On their rooftop deck. Pretty awesome views of Boston huh?
I could get used to hanging out up here.
Danaea, you are too easy to photograph.
One more with their son…
Not a bad sky that night huh?
And the official token “bling shot” North End style..
Oh and this one too! Thanks again guys! See ya soon!!
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Great Photos. NICE Rock on her finger!!!!!!!!!!!
I am in love with all the texture you get with shooting in this location, and they way the light has the chance to peep into some shots. You capture the North end perfectly. But now on to the couple Elizabeth & Aaron you both look great and your style just shows…. the same classic style that we will see next May!! yay!!!
jo, my bet would be you’re going to be traveling to boston a lot more! these are great! I think I love every picture when elizabeth is in her blue dress. aaron’s socks are awesome! good looking couple!
JP I’m loving the little silly cameo at the end!!! Another signature after the bling shot? What do we call this one? The JP triple combo? :)
You have a way with the views from those parking lot roofs!!! Very nice. But onto my most common boston related comment – I LOVE BOSTON.
It is such a beautiful city, oh, so many beautiful places in that city. I love that even the simplest shot, oh here’s a little alley way, they know (and we all do as well), hey that’s right near pizzaria regina’s. Awesome. The north end is definitely not boring. So old school, perfect. I LOVE that shot against the maroon wall with the flower box and bike. :)
Outfits – love the pink shirt with the pink belt. Well done guys. The outfits are great, bright, happy. All these shots are great and make me very reminiscent for my old stomping grounds. Ahhh. All the textures of the north end are just perfect, and Elizabeth and Aaron you’re a beautiful couple :)
Can’t wait til May!!!!
PS – Holy Bling indeed!
Joes- this is SO gorgeous….and makes me smile. Liz & Aaron are a very special client (and friends) so having you as part of their day makes it even more special. Loving so many of these shots, but of course one of my favs is the “forehead kiss” shot!! Love all the colors in the wardrobe selection, including Aaron’s awesome belt! (that’s SO Liz!) and the light in all the parking lot shots….you are awesome!! Can’t wait for the dream team to work together on 5.25.12 at my favorite spot!
these photos are absolutely amazing!!! great job (as always!)
. . # 13 from top – yep . . killer image.
Thanks Elizabeth & Aaron for going with “Elario Photo,Inc.”
Holy butter light! Beautiful E-Session; Beautiful Couple! Congrats Elizabeth and Aaron!
thank you both! thank you, JP, for these wonderful photos. We felt so relaxed and had such a great time! can’t wait for may!!
wonderful!! love their clothing combos, and the parking garage shots… lovely :D beautiful couple, great shots JP, and congrats to Elizabeth and Aaron!!
Liz & Aaron! These photos are so amazing (hats off to mr. elario)! Liz you look stunning! Aaron – not looking too bad yourself. Can’t wait to see you guys soon!