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The Incomparable Elle | Boston Lifestyle Photographer

March 7th, 2012

From the moment Elle contacted me, I knew I would adore her. She heard of me after sitting in class with the lovely Tiffany, inquiring how Tiff got so many bug bites, and then hearing the story of our photographic romp through nature. Some days you have to face the elements to get the shot, [...]


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From the moment Elle contacted me, I knew I would adore her. She heard of me after sitting in class with the lovely Tiffany, inquiring how Tiff got so many bug bites, and then hearing the story of our photographic romp through nature. Some days you have to face the elements to get the shot, so it is exciting to work with someone who not only understands but encourages that level of boldness & veracity. I love when a client becomes a friend, and I have found a real kindred spirit in this lil beauty.

Meet Elle:

 

 

Elle is a student at Berklee College of Music.  She is in the process of recording songs and building a website.  I look forward to seeing these images pop up on her future album! Hopefully her music can be featured on Music Monday in the near future.

 

 

 

 

The best part of working with Elle was how authentic she is.  Keeping with the style of her music, when asked what general feel she wanted these images to have, she simply responded “I want to just… be”.  Our time in the woods felt much like my younger years, exploring the mountains with nothing but a camera & a dear friend. Working with Elle is refreshing, effortless, & such a treat. Who needs ANTM to find a Covergirl… we’ve got easy, breezy, beautiful right here.

 

 

 

 

 

Love this little nook.

 

 

 

Elle included this beautiful, personal touch… a family heirloom.

 

Another fun little personal touch… you know I can’t resist sharing  a cute animal… real or not.  :)

 

 

 

To end on a fun note, here is a peek at an outtake from our day. I tend to be a bit silly behind the lens. ;)

 

Elle, I adore you!  Looking forward to many more fun adventures in the future.

Cheers,

Briana

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California Love pt. 4 | Valerie Geary

February 3rd, 2012

Valerie and I go back quite a few years, both gaining an edjumacation at good ol’ sunny VUSC. As an English major, Val might want to smack me through the screen for my intentional spelling botch. My sociology degree would lead me to tell her that is completely within social norms… but I digress.   [...]


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Valerie and I go back quite a few years, both gaining an edjumacation at good ol’ sunny VUSC. As an English major, Val might want to smack me through the screen for my intentional spelling botch. My sociology degree would lead me to tell her that is completely within social norms… but I digress.   After each moving away to more northern, woodsy, and liberal climates, we have managed to continue a friendship via blog, and a mutual love of literature & snark.

What you should know about Val is that she is a brilliant writer. I would reserve a specific space in my bookcase for her first big novel, if I only knew the color of the book cover. ;)   We have discussed a joint desire to work together to produce some images for her blog,  promotions, and (drumroll please) author photos for that impending big novel that will hit the world by storm! Alas, this collaboration was postponed due to her living in “the other Portland” (secretly scheming to relocate her to the obviously superior East Coast), but as luck would have it, we both were back in Orange County to attend Bonny & David’s wedding, so we seized the day… (sans choreographed dancing & newsboy caps, though I happily would have integrated that).

Meet Valerie:

 

 

 

(insert snarky comment, get these faces)

 

 

There is a story behind this location that I don’t know if I’m allowed to share. Val, feel free to chime in below in the comments. ;)

 

 

 

Charlie decided to hop into a few photos, and as you can see, he is a natural. Work it Charlie. Work. It.

Tree nook with a favorite book = heaven.

 

 

Valerie, what can I say… I am quite fond of you.  Also, I look forward to seeing my work on the jacket-flap of a Pulitzer. ;) Wishing you the absolute best in your work, your marriage, and your efforts to keep Charlie’s ego in check after seeing all of his images.

Cheers,

Briana

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California Love pt 2 | The Booterbaugh Family | San Francisco Lifestyle Photography

January 25th, 2012

Let the California Love continue! Our last day in San Francisco, James & I had the opportunity to meet up with our dear college friends, Kyle & Colette. They were the subjects of my first official engagement session in my first year of business. Years later,  despite having the entire country between us, we were [...]
 

Let the California Love continue!

Our last day in San Francisco, James & I had the opportunity to meet up with our dear college friends, Kyle & Colette. They were the subjects of my first official engagement session in my first year of business. Years later,  despite having the entire country between us, we were determined to find a time for them to frolic for the camera again… mostly to show off this cute lil mug:

 

Meet Kyle, Colette, and Bella Booterbaugh!

 

We began our time together at the Palace of Fine Arts.  This tranquil setting was a perfect location to get to know Bella! We walked, explored, climbed, talked to ducks (of course), and then learned about a few of Bella’s favorite things.

Books…

Performing…

 

Random sticks (or wands, or swords, or not so successful boomerangs… it took on many forms)…

While the fellas headed to the car for extra clothes, we wandered to the park to enjoy some mom & daughter time.

 

That hair and that smile are going to melt too many hearts. Watch out world.

 

Sneak Dad attack!

 

As the sun started to dip down, we headed to the Golden Gate Promenade for the main attraction: beach time!

 

 

The water in the San Francisco Bay was quite cold. Props to mom & dad for braving the temps together ;) .

 

 

Bella is a TOTAL daddy’s girl. That’s one happy little bundle. :)

 

 

 

Kyle, Colette, and Bella… we love you dearly. Here’s to many more chances to both document, and of course,  simply share your lives. We look forward to seeing you back in SoCal this April!

Cheers,

Briana

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Prologue | Elle

November 13th, 2011

  Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent – Victor Hugo   Cheers, Briana
 
 
Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent – Victor Hugo

 

Cheers,

Briana

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Jason & Kevin | Boston Lifestyle Photographer

November 9th, 2011

I am often asked if I have an “ideal” client & style, and truthfully, I could never narrow that focus; I love variety. What I love is creating images that are true to the subjects. What inspires me is a couple who is authentic… and desires that their photographs are as well.  That said, imagine [...]
 

I am often asked if I have an “ideal” client & style, and truthfully, I could never narrow that focus; I love variety. What I love is creating images that are true to the subjects. What inspires me is a couple who is authentic… and desires that their photographs are as well.  That said, imagine my excitement when Jason requested a lifestyle portrait session with his partner, Kevin. Added bonus: Jason & Kevin are two of my favorite people in the world. Photographing people I love in love doing what they love… it’s better than a double rainbow.  ;)

 

We started this session in their new home. Cicero says that a room without books is like a body without a soul. I’m happy to say these boys have got soul! As scholars, lovers of literature, and fellow hardcover book-snobs (represent), their extensive library is prominent in every room.

 

*Special FB/Twitter shout out to the first person who can guess my favorite detail in their office. ;)

 

 

Well balanced as a couple, they are equally balanced in lifestyle. Content with quiet time at home, but also extremely active in the community, we naturally needed to capture both sides of their life. After a time of study & relaxation at home, Kevin & Jason were ready to hit the streets! :)

 

The Boston skyline is stunning.  The vitality of an urban setting juxtaposed with the beauty & intimacy of nature makes Boston one of my favorite cities in the world… and a perfect backdrop for these two.

 



Snuggly. :)


 

To see a few more from this session, visit their Facebook Album

Fellas… I adore you. I can’t wait for our follow up session this winter!

 

Cheers,

Briana

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Tiffany Wilson | Boston Lifestyle Photographer

August 4th, 2011

Do you ever meet somebody and just think they are too much… in the best of ways? That’s Tiffany. Too gorgeous. Too talented. Too sweet.  I get it… you may think that sounds nauseating… but it’s impossible to feel anything but joy around her, because on top of it all, she’s just too lovely.   [...]
 

Do you ever meet somebody and just think they are too much… in the best of ways? That’s Tiffany. Too gorgeous. Too talented. Too sweet.  I get it… you may think that sounds nauseating… but it’s impossible to feel anything but joy around her, because on top of it all, she’s just too lovely. ;)   I met Tiffany a little over a year ago when she came to Boston to audition for Berklee College of Music . She made the cross country voyage with  Melody, her equally lovely sister and college friend of mine.  Upon meeting up with them in the city, my first thought was “Come on Wilson girls… please share the wealth”. It should be illegal to have that much dazzle in one family! Seriously.  I was immediately taken with Tiffany’s loving spirit and I squealed a bit at my desk  a few months later when I read that she had been accepted to Berklee. Since that moment, I have waited for the chance to get this little songbird in front of the camera… and she didn’t disappoint! Keeping with her habit of being too much, it was difficult to narrow down my favorites, but I did my best. :)

 

Meet Tiffany:

 

 

We started our session in a lovely little nook of Norumbega Park Conservation. Other than being jumped upon by a few passing puppies (and who doesn’t love that!?) we had peaceful time in the shade.

 

 


 

Hello yummy sunlight. Thanks for the backlighting. I love you.

 

From here, we headed into Waltham’s popular Moody Street for a quick change of scenery (and wardrobe).


This is what Michael Jackson would call a P.Y.T. ;)

 

Th back alleys beckoned for one more wardrobe change. She happily obliged.


 

This last image is a personal favorite. Don’t let the sass above fool you: she is a total sweetheart. ;)

 

 

Tiffany, I had an absolute blast with you. You are beautiful, in front of the camera and behind the scenes. :) I look forward to you returning in the Fall.

 

Cheers,

 

Briana

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Breugem Family | Boston Lifestyle Portrait Photographer

July 9th, 2011

If asked to describe Joanna in one word, the answer is simple: Pillar. This description spans all of the usual phrases: Pillar of character, of strength, of community, and so forth. Joanna provides essential support to so many, and asks for so little in return. I first met Joanna many years ago, and after one [...]
 

If asked to describe Joanna in one word, the answer is simple: Pillar. This description spans all of the usual phrases: Pillar of character, of strength, of community, and so forth. Joanna provides essential support to so many, and asks for so little in return. I first met Joanna many years ago, and after one afternoon, I walked away thinking “this woman can do anything”. So far, she has lived up to that passing observation. Seriously, if I were tapped to recreate the We Can Do It poster, she would be my modern Rosie the Riveter. She is married to Mark (an Army Ranger who is elite both on the job and at home), and together they are fabulous parents to four (yes, four) lively children. As a family they have lived all over the country, and beyond. She thankfully is an avid blogger, allowing those of us who love and respect her vigor to keep up with their escapades.

My encounters with the family are few and far between, and up until now the timing has never been right for us to come together and document any part of their lives. With Mark away, Joanna opted to drive up to the area to visit friends, so we seized the opportunity for a quick session! With 8 fast feet and 4 individually charged psyches, we opted to forgo the usual portraits &  just let the children run free. Our time was organic, chaotic, and dynamic… I wouldn’t expect anything less. :)

Come frolic with us:

 

 

Did I forget to mention Joanna’s impeccable taste? Because if I don’t, it’s a crime. Look at these perfectly coordinated outfits. The colors. The textures. The shoes. It’s like working with wee J Crew models.   My heart melted the minute they bounced out of the mini-van.

 

 

I love Annie’s eyelashes. She was so comfortable around the camera & her sweet spirit came right through.

Weston was full of ideas for creative individual portraits… I caught this grin just after his best ninja pose. Mattie is observant and cautious. She took her time opening up, and while I managed to get a few great giggles, I thought this expression best represented her thoughtful personality.

  Clara Beth loves to sing, and performed an impromptu concert for me right on the lawn. This girl has serious star potential.


 

This is my favorite image from the day.  It perfectly captured their spirit.

 

Joanna… it is always a pleasure. :) I hope our next encounter is sooner rather than later!

 

Cheers,

 

Briana

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Prologue: Breugem Family

June 30th, 2011

  Children have neither past nor future; they enjoy the present, which very few of us do.  ~Jean de la Bruyere
 

 

Children have neither past nor future; they enjoy the present, which very few of us do.  ~Jean de la Bruyere

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Faux Ox | Boston portrait photographer

June 23rd, 2011

As is apparent by my Music Monday posts, music is a HUGE part of my life and my inspiration. I was flattered when Ben from Faux Ox connected with me to discuss promotional images for the band. We chose to split our time between the Usen Castle at Brandeis University, and a favorite hiking location [...]
 

As is apparent by my Music Monday posts, music is a HUGE part of my life and my inspiration. I was flattered when Ben from Faux Ox connected with me to discuss promotional images for the band. We chose to split our time between the Usen Castle at Brandeis University, and a favorite hiking location in Prospect Hill Park. I had a delightful time both chatting with and observing the band together. Ben, Anthony, and Jagdeep are anything but cookie cutter. It is refreshing to watch a small group of people so different in style and personality who have bonded over a love of music. My time with them made me nostalgic for my years in Orange County where I practically lived at places like Chain Reaction and  The Glass House.  Fellas, thank you so much for sharing this time with me. I look forward to enjoying one of your shows soon!

 

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Molly & TJ | Boston Lifestyle Photographer

May 12th, 2011

I have had the pleasure of shooting with the DeMarco’s multiple times now, and it always brings me joy. Molly & TJ were High School sweethearts. They met at 13, started dating at 16, and the rest is history.  When Molly and I met for coffee before our first session, she shared with me that [...]
 

I have had the pleasure of shooting with the DeMarco’s multiple times now, and it always brings me joy. Molly & TJ were High School sweethearts. They met at 13, started dating at 16, and the rest is history.  When Molly and I met for coffee before our first session, she shared with me that their wedding photos were devastatingly disappointing (heart hurts just typing that), and her realization that nearly 10 years of marriage without any frame worthy photos would just not do. Last year, I captured them on campus at Brandeis University, where Molly is working hard as a PhD candidate. A few months ago, I was honored to photograph TJ as he became an ordained minister.  Both sessions were enjoyable, but this was by far my favorite, because I got to watch Molly and TJ simply be. Molly describes the start of their relationship as organic, and that is true of their love today. They share a sweet, sassy, and honest intimacy that can only come from that many years of sharing life together.  I love the freshness and excitement of engagements and weddings, but there is something so lovely and grounding about a couple at this time in their marriage. Still young, with so much life and growth ahead, but their love is already so deeply rooted…. it’s quite beautiful.

Cheers, Briana

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