Award Winning Boston Wedding Photographer

Award Winning Boston Wedding Photographer serving Boston, Cape Cod, Newport and New England. Celebrated for her empathetic understanding, meticulous organization and impeccable time management, Deborah brings a distinctive collaborative approach to her craft.

The School Sessions

A One Day Portrait Event

At the end of 2014 I wrote a short note in my journal, "How can my business exist to bless others?" I felt a tug on my heart to be more generous with my time, finances and talents but wasn't exactly sure where to start. When fellow photographer Jamie Delaine reached out to see if I would like to be invovled in something she and her husband Randy were starting called the School Sessions, I couldn't help but jump on board. It was the perfect fit!

If you're a DZP newsletter subsciber then you were given a sneak peek into the School Sessions and what they are all about last night! The School Sessions, is an incredible one day portrait event happening across the globe on Sunday, April 12, 2015, aimed at raising $200,000 to build a school in Haiti. Jamie and Randy's hope is is for photographers all over the world is to sign up and photograph a session on this day, donating 100% of the proceeds to the School Sessions. The goal is to raise $200,000, which will be used to buy land and also build a ten classroom school for 220 students. The previous building was destroyed by the 2010 earthquake and these children (ages 3 to 16) are in need of an earthquake and hurricane-proof school to learn and grow.

I don't know about you, but the idea of a global wide initiative of photographers across the world coming together to help serve and care for others sets my heart on fire! Wondering how you can get involved? Check out these ways below!

1. If you're a photographer, contact the School Sessions and get signed up!

2. Share this post and the School Sessions website to help spread the word and encourage participation!

3. You can donate directly to the School Sessions, visit their website to get set up!

AND FOR THE MOST EXCITING PART!

4. On April 12, 2015 I am offering one portrait session at a special rate with 100% of the proceeds going to the School Sessions. If you're interested and would like the opportunity to have your pictures taken while contributing to a beautiful cause, contact me today!! Please email deborah@deborahzoephoto.com, subject : The School Sessions.

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Thank you to Jamie and Randy for leading the way!! I hope that you've been inspired to jump on board and participate! Let's use our talents and gifts to help better the world, create opportunity and build a community of giving!! If you'd like to grab your spot for the Apil 12 portrait session email me toda, there is only one spot available!

The Best of 2014

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The Engagements

What fun it was to search back through the blog, remembering the amazing clients and engagement sessions I had the joy of photographing this past year. It started off with a bang in the cold of winter with Brandon and Katherine's snow inspired session. I just knew that the rest of the year was going to be magical and magical it was.

These images not only remind me of the growth I've experienced this year as a photographer but more importantly the amazing relationships formed with each one of these amazing couples. I know I sound like a broken record, but I truly do work with the best! DZP couples have something special about them and I count myself lucky to have them as part of the "family!"

There's lots of pretty to be shared so I'll get right too it! Enjoy the second installment of the Best of 2014, featuring the amazing engagement sessions photographed throughout this year!

Brandon & Katherine with Whim Events. The Best of 2014 : The Engagements. By Deborah Zoe Photography. Paul & Emma Andy & Liz with Whim Events.Cory & Jayme Chris & Lauren Mikio & Sarah RJ & Meredith Chris & Hannah Justin & Sarah Isaac & Yunji

Harvard Yard Engagement Session

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Yunji and Isaac wanted a winter wonderland for their engagement session. We picked the first Friday in December and wouldn't you know at Thanksgiving we were pounded with several inches of white fluffy snow! Just in time! But of course this is New England and the weather here is never a constant. Just when we thought we'd have a wintry, snowy back drop it was suddenly 60 degrees (in December!!) and it all melted away. Not to worry though, Yunji and Isaac moved forward with the date and I'm so glad we did! It turned out to be the perfect afternoon and while there wasn't any snow on the ground, Harvard Yard shined. There was character and charm abounding!!

Yunji and Isaac met in Boston and so of course the area has lots of meaning to them, especially Cambridge. I'm a sucker for the historic architecture, charming details and college feel of this area so I was delighted to photograph this beautiful couple here! We also made a stop at Christina's for some delicious ice cream and to recreate one of Yunji and Isaac's first dates!

Yunji and Isaac are two of the sweetest people around. I probably sound like a broken record (hey DZP couples are the best!) but it's true. They radiate joy and kindness and it was delight to get to know them better! I cannot wait for their epic celebration this spring!! They have a bit of planning and traveling to do, but last Friday they took a moment of out all the busyness to just be together. I was lucky enough to capture it on camera (and FILM!) and it's one of my fave sessions of the year!

A Harvard Yard engagement session by Deborah Zoe Photography.

Thank you so much for sharing a bit of yourself in front of the camera and for your warmth and friendship! I can't wait to celebrate with you soon! Enjoy your images!!

Bethesda Fountain & Central Park Engagement Session

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A Central Park Engagement Session

Many people are shocked when I say this but around 50% of my clients live outside of the New England area. Washington D.C, New York and Chicago are some of the places that my clients call home. I LOVE it!! These are some of my favorite cities in the world and I'm honored to serve couples who choose New England to say "I Do!" Many are transplants who grew up in New England and moved away, but who still want this area to play an important role in their nuptials.

Justin and Sarah are one of those couples! They currently live in NYC but will be getting married on the Cape next summer. When we originally started chatting about their engagement session it was becoming increasingly more difficult to find a time when they would be in the New England area (and when it wouldn't be negative 500 degrees outside;)). Besides, NYC is where they call home and they really wanted to have that represented in their engagement session. After a few emails back and forth we decided that a fall engagement session in the Big Apple was the PERFECT idea!! I couldn't have been more excited to photograph this darling couple in one of my favorite cities!!

Justin and Sarah spend a lot of time in Central Park, running, people watching, spending leisurely weekend mornings together. In a city of over 8 million people, Central Park has become a place just for them, an escape. With it's endless charm and character, it provided an incredible backdrop for their session. It had also been a secret dream of mine to photograph a couple here, so needless to say I was in photographer heaven!!

Sarah and Justin were such naturals in front of the camera and by the end of the session it was like I wasn't even there! I love that! It was a dream to photograph these two in a place that means so much to them! Sarah and Justin, I simply cannot wait for June!! Until then, enjoy your images!!

A Central Park Engagement Session by Deborah Zoe Photography.

Nothing says romance more than dancing in Central Park to the music of a violin!Sarah you are stunning!!How sweet are these two?!My FAVE from the day!!Love this one too! So romantic!

A Downtown Boston Engagement Session

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Chris and Hannah were adorably nervous at the start of their session, popping a bottle of bubbly to sip and enjoy while being photographed. But what did they have to be nervous about?! As you'll see, these two are naturals in front of the camera. Add in their over the top cute pup, Phoebe, and well you have one of my favorite session of the season!!

We started at their quaint apartment with Phoebe quickly stealing the show. After an outfit change we headed to the beautiful Kelleher Rose Garden with our final stop in the Fort Point District using the city skyline as an epic backdrop for pictures. Engagement sessions are so fun for me, I love having the opportunity to hang out with couples and photograph their every day love. The love that will take then through every season of their life together, the love that will grow them, mature them and change them. It's a privilege to be given a glimpse into the lives of my client's in this way and I'm so incredibly grateful for it!

Chris and Hannah were just a delight and are two of the sweetest people I know. They are a team and the best of friends, the perfect pair. I know I've said it before, but it is wonderful to watch two people who respect, cherish and LIKE each other, BE together. It inspires me to love my hubby just a little bit more. Well done you two!!

An at home engagement session by Deborah Zoe Photography.

An downtown Boston engagement session by Deborah Zoe Photography.

Alright, enough chit chat and onto the PUPPY, ahem, I mean Chris and Hannah!! Enjoy you two!!

A Fall Foliage Engagement Session

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When Meredith first contacted me about her engagement session with RJ she threw around a few ideas of what would make the perfect session for them. I'm a huge fan of incorporating personal elements into a couple's session so when she mentioned that they have a puppy I just KNEW that Paisley had to be a part!! I think it took a little convincing on Meredith's end, but let me tell you...Paisley was a star, she fit perfectly into the session! This fiesty pup plays such a huge part in RJ and Meredith's life so of course she had to be included!

I met Mere and RJ at the Groton Town Forest where they spend much of their free time. They love being outdoors, playing with their puppy and stealing away precious moments together. These two are a very busy couple with school, business and life, so any chance they can get away together is a lovely and dear gift. This is where they escape, and I loved that we were able to include a place so special to them, into their session.

It was scheduled to rain and though it was quite drizzly we managed to sneak everything into before the skies really opened up! Meredith and RJ are just the sweetest, two beautiful souls who love others and love each other dearly. They were nervous to have their picture taken, but as you'll see below they couldn't have been more natural in front of the camera! I cannot wait to celebrate with them come June!

Meredith and RJ thank you so much for your warmth, kindness (and bringing Paisley tag along!) I had a blast hanging out with you and I cannot wait for your wedding next year!! Enjoy your images, you guys are adorable!!

A fall foliage engagement session by Deborah Zoe Photography

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A fall foliage engagement session by Deborah Zoe PhotographyA fall foliage engagement session by Deb

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A Marblehead Engagement Session

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A Downtown Marblehead Engagement Session

I'm not sure why but Marblehead seems to be a hot spot lately for engagement sessions! Actually, that's a lie. I DO understand why! The picturesque backdrops, the ocean, the cottages, it is a quintessential New England experience all wrapped up into a charming seaside community! It's one of my favorite places, so when Sarah and Mikio expressed interest in having their session in Marblehead, well I did my little happy dance. (Yes I have one, don't judge;)).

To top if off Sarah had this great idea of heading to the Landing for part of the session to enjoy a few cocktails and oysters. While I'm not one to slurp down an oyster, it did make for some darling photos! I love when we can incorporate some sort of action or activity into an engagement session and this was the perfect fit for Sarah and Mikio! Plus you couldn't be the location on the water and having the deck all to ourselves!!

Sarah and Mikio will be getting married this New Years and are busily pulling together a fantastic celebration for their family and friends!! (Personally, I can't wait for the fooooood and fireworks!!:)) But on this afternoon they put the planning on hold, just for a few hours, to enjoy some time together. A fun loving couple, Sarah and Mikio love to goof around with each other. They are truly best friends and it was so lovely getting them in front of the camera to capture their relationship!! Nothing is more beautiful than two souls who have found their perfect partner in each other, a person they can walk through life together, to grow with together...I'm honored to be there to photograph the beginning of that journey.

A downtown Marblehead engagement session by Deborah Zoe Photography

Alright on to the photos!! Enjoy Sarah and Mikio's adorable Marblehead engagement session!! (And make sure to come back later this year for their epic New Years bash!!)

A Downtown Marblehead Engagement Session

Sometimes I meet clients for the very first time at their engagement session. Having only spoken on the phone with Lauren, I didn't even know what they looked like! This "not knowing" can sometimes lead to a bit of anxiety for me... Will we be a good fit? Will they be nice? Will we get along? These are the kind of thoughts that can run through your brain when meeting clients for the first time! But the minute I stepped out of my car in time for our sunset session in Marblehead, I was immediately put at ease.

From across the street, Lauren gave a cheery "Hi Deb!" and I was met with warm hugs and a kiss on the cheek from Chris. What did I have to worry about? Lauren and Chris are two of the warmest souls, putting anyone in their presence at ease. They exude confidence and a friendly spirit that is just infectious. Even as we wandered throughout the streets of Marblehead, often stopping in front of home of people we didn't know, these two immediately made fast friends. As an introvert myself, I love watching people like Chris and Lauren. You can't help but be energized by this couple and I'm going to guess that their friends count themselves lucky to be in the company of two such wonderful people.

With family in Marblehead Chris and Lauren were familiar with the area but not having spent a lot of time here they didn't exactly know their way around. I have deep family roots to this place and it was fun for me to show them around town! Plus with it proximity to the ocean, it's no wonder why it's one of my favorite places!

It was the perfect backdrop for this JCrew loving pair, who came dressed in perfectly coordinated outfits, perfectly them and perfectly "Marblehead". I love Lauren's effortless sense of style. So you're probably wanting to get onto the pictures huh?! Ok enough chit chat from me, please enjoy Chris and Lauren's perfectly prep, downtown Marblehead engagement session!! Enjoy you two!!How cute are they?!Point in case, Chris made fast friends with the people that owned this house... that's what the giggles are for;):)!Lauren's engagement ring was an heirloom from her Mom. Never reset, the ring is exactly as her Mom had it years ago...I love that!Lauren, you are stunning!One of my faves of the day!

A Boston College Engagement Session

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Boston College runs in their blood. Ok, maybe not literally but it certainly is a family affair. Both of Jayme and Cory's families attended the famous Boston school, so when it came time to pick their own college of choice, they both knew exactly where they wanted to go. During their freshman year at BC Cory and Jayme met, spending the next four years getting to know one another and ultimately falling in love. Their's is a story of two college sweethearts and having fallen in love with MY husband during college, well I think it's all just incredibly sweet:)

When it came time to choose the location for their engagement session, there really wasn't a question. Boston College just had to be the background to their session, a place that makes up such an incredible part in their history together. So on a hot and humid morning, I met Jayme and Cory on campus for a sunrise session! The campus was so incredibly quiet and there was such a beauty to this place as the sun softly made it's debut. Having never been to BC before, I didn't realize just how beautiful this place is. Jayme and Cory were my tour guides and happily recalled many fun memories they made together on this campus. It was fun to relive those moments with them while creating new memories during their session!

I think I might be slightly obsessed with sunrise sessions, I mean you just can't beat the gorgeous light as you'll see below! Jayme and Cory, thank you so much for your warmth and big smiles (first thing in the morning!) and showing me around your beloved campus! I can't wait to celebrate with you next June!

A favorite for sure!!

Check out her beautiful ring!!

Another favorite:)!

After a quick outfit change we explored even more of campus.

That beautiful first morning light...

We even snuck on to the field!! Couldn't be a Boston College session with out some Screaming Eagles pride!

Love!

I'll end with one of my faves!!

The Importance of Backing Up Your Images

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Protect Your Memories

Last night I attended the monthly meet up of a Boston area photographer group, the PUG. This month Joe Ciarcia, a New England wedding photographer and backup expert took us through the steps of backing up data and how to ensure that our important files, like images, are protected. As a wedding photographer this area of my workflow is of great importance, I want to make sure that my clients precious memories are protected and safe, so I spend a lot of time making sure that everything is in it's place and backed up.

It's also incredibly important to me as MOM and documenter of memories for my family to know that my images are safe. But how many of us can say that we are as meticulous with our own personal files as we are with those for our clients?! I know I certainly fall short when it comes to protecting my own personal images. I've eluded to it before but never went in depth about the "epic iPhone battle" of this past fall where, after my iPhone failed to turn on, the hard drive was taken to away be repaired and subsequently "lost". That phone had on it images from my son's first few months of life, of only which two months had been backed up and stored safely. As you can imagine I was DEVASTATED. My images were gone. I should have been backing things up but I took for granted their safety and became relaxed in how regimented I was in doing so. Because I didn't have a system in place for my own images, they were lost and I spent lot of time last fall crying over images I'll never see again.

Image back up is SO SO SO important and yet so many of us "forget" to do it. In our age of digital EVERYTHING it can hard to remember that drives fail, images are lost and files are corrupted. Backing up our images is the best way to ensure that even if the "worst" did happen, we'd be secure knowing that we can get those images (MEMORIES) restored.

So how do you go about doing that? Here are a few of the ways that I backup my PERSONAL images.

1. PRINT -- My favorite and number one recommendation for backing up images is to GET THEM PRINTED. Please, please, please get those precious images off of your computer and into an album or a frame or a canvas. Get them printed into tangible memories that you can hold and enjoy. Printing your images ensures that if your files were ever lost or damaged you'd have a REAL, PHYSICAL copy of that image either in an album or a frame somewhere in your home. Plus prints never change format. So while firewire, USB, jpgs, DVDS, they all change your prints remain the same.

2. CLOUD -- Another great way to protect those images that you hold dear is to backup them up somewhere online. There are MANY companies that do things like this such as BackBlaze, Crashplan, Carbonite. I partly use PASS as my cloud storage as I know the images are there and safe for years to come. I also use this system to deliver images to my clients and it does double duty as a secondary backup solution!

3. HARD DRIVE -- But it doesn't just stop there. You never know what could happen to the internet or the cloud. I know that it sounds silly, but having more than one backup system helps to ensure that should one of those systems ever fail you have another outlet in which to restore your important documents. Having a physical hard drive that is a duplicate copy of all the things you want to back up is a great option.

This is different system than I use for my client backup workflow, which is a whole another blog post! This post is to encourage all of us, whether your a Bride and Groom, another photographer or a regular reader, to back up our personal files. Develop your own system of ensuring the safety of those images. I've learned first hand what it feels like to loose the memories you cherish. I never realized what those silly little iPhone images meant to me until they were gone. Images are worth something very dear, they deserve to be taken care of and protected!! backing up and safe guarding your images deborah zoe photography.jpg If you are a past or current client and would like to create a TANGIBLE memento with your images, it's never too late to get started!! If you have any questions about how to order prints or would like to create an album please don't hesitate to reach out at deborah@deborahzoephoto.com.

A Garden Inspired Engagement Session

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It's really funny just how small the world is. Being a small business owner really puts this idea into perspective as I am constantly amazed at the way that my clients find me and how we are connected. Like Andy and Liz for example. Liz's sister is a dear friend of a friend of mine from college. I first met Liz when I photographed Megan and Kenny's wedding two years ago and when it came time for her own wedding she called me. Andy jokes that Liz has known me longer than she has known him! Either way, it makes my heart happy to not only have personal connections with clients but to also to work with people who are incredibly excited about what we can create together. (Plus it doesn't hurt that they are adorably in love and have the sweetest proposal story ever)!

Which leads me to their engagement session. You see Andy is a landscaper (and a kid at heart!) and for their proposal Andy wanted to do something epic. On their two year anniversary he convinced Liz to come and see a landscaping project that he had been working on at a client's home. Completely fooled, Liz agreed but was confused as it was night out and wasn't sure how she'd see the project in the dark! Not to worry, Andy had candles ready when they got to the home which lit the "project". The project being a log with the words carved in the side "Will You Marry Me?" Andy had friends hiding across the way and when he gave the signal they lit off fireworks. He got down on one knee and well, the rest is history!!

When it came time to plan their session Liz knew the perfect place, the property where Andy proposed! We spent a beautiful and blustery spring day getting to know each other a little better, talking about cameras, drinking wine and having an amazing time. The lovely ladies at Whim Events provided some amazing blooms for Liz, adding the perfect touch to this garden inspired session.

Congrats Andy and Liz, I simply cannot wait to celebrate with you in July!! Enjoy your images:)!!

A garden inspired spring engagement session.

Garden inspired bouquet from Whim Events.

Spring inspired engagement session with florals from Whim Events.

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After a quick outfit change we headed over to Mahoney's for a few more fun portraits together. Floral Design : Whim Events

Location : Private Home & Mahoney's Garden Centers

Copley Square and South End Buttery Engagement Session

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We are in a never ending winter here in the Northeast, or at least that's what it feels like. Yesterday we were slammed AGAIN with a batch of snow making our total count, well, A LOT. But despite my hatred for the cold and those pesky white flakes, I have to admit that there is a beautiful charm to Boston after some freshly fallen snow. We lucked out with just that, an abundance of winter charm in the city for Emma and Paul's engagement session this past weekend. Following another storm, the city was dusted in a blanket of white.

Emma and Paul live and work in and around the city. It's also where Paul proposed (in a candle lit suite at the Fairmont!) Fittingly, Emma wanted to revisit some of the spots around town that are meaningful to the two of them. We spent the afternoon exploring the city while Paul and Emma did their best to stay warm with lots of snuggles and laughs!

We started our time together at the Boston Public Library, one of Emma's favorite spots in the city. We meandered around Copley Square and tried our best to stay warm!! It was COLD on Sunday, so we popped in to one of Emma and Paul's favorite spots, the South End Buttery for some coffee and treats.

Emma and Paul, I had a great afternoon with you as we wandered the streets of Boston visiting some of your favorite places. I can't wait to celebrate with you this spring -- Enjoy your images!

Boston Public Library engagement session

Fairmont Copley Square Engagement Session

Brandon & Katherine Engaged

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An Endicott Park Engagement Session

When Katherine originally contacted me about shooting her wedding, one of the first things she mentioned was her desire for a winter wonderland engagement session. Though Katherine and her fiance no longer live in the New England area (they are students finishing up degrees), she has a strong connection to this part of the country. It's where she grew up and she absolutely loves New England in the winter. While I often proclaim my hatred for snow, I will have to agree that New England is truly magical after a first snow.

New England is all famous for it's up and down weather though, and there was simply no guarantee that we'd have a white snowy landscape for their session. No matter, we pushed ahead, created a Pinterest board and start to think about all things wintry, like boots, and mittens and hot cocoa. And then wouldn't you know, the day before their session is snowed over 20 inches!! Talk about timing. Katherine, you certainly got your winter wonderland!!

I met Katherine and Brandon at quaint Endicott Park in Danvers, a childhood favorite for many in the area including Katherine and I! It was absolutely stunning as we quickly found lovely places to shoot within the property. But even better than a lovely backdrop was Katherine and Brandon. Often I tell couples that it will take a little while to find their groove as we work through the session, but not these two! Immediately Brandon and Katherine felt at ease with each other and in front of the camera and it made my job so incredibly fun! It was a joy to watch as these simply enjoyed being together. Their love is infectious and they are joy to be around!

I cannot wait for their WARMER wedding this coming May in Rockport, but for now grab your hot cocoa and snuggle in for one charming winter wonderland engagement session!!

Endicott Park Winter Engagement Session Deborah Zoe Photography

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That barn was perfection!Adorable, am I right?!Since it was nearly 0 degrees, hot cocoa was an absolute must!Obviously, eskimo kisses are the best way to stay warm:)!Looking good Brandon!I loved this red blanket Katherine brought, perfect for snuggling!They had an audience...I love this one!Katherine has such style, I loved the outfits she picked for their session!I have to give a huge shout out to Moira of Whim Events, who created this lovely bouquet that fit perfectly with Brandon and Katherine's session!Katherine you are simply stunning!Of course I have to give a HUGE shout out to Moira from Whim Events who create this darling bouquet that complimented Katherine and Brandon's session perfectly!After a quick outfit change we headed back out into the cold for some more portraits before the sun disappeared.I LOVE this one!Another favorite of the day!These last few are some of my favorites, you can't beat some white fluffy snow!!I love Katherine's engagement ring which Brandon designed himself!Venue : Endicott Park

Florals : Whim Events

Wardrobe : JCrew, Talbots, Mikimoto, United Colors of Bennington, Banana Republic and Eddie Bauer

Year In Review 2013

Behind The Scenes

It's hard to believe that this year's wedding season is over! I feel like I was just packing up my bag for the first wedding of the year, my first wedding after having a baby! What a transition it was! It was hard but unbelievably rewarding. I simply could not have accomplished this season without the amazing help from the wonderful team I worked with this year. Plus, together we had a LOT of fun!! Here are just a few images of the behind the scenes action that went into making some lovely images this year!! Feel free to have a giggle at our expense too;)!!

(And if you missed it click here to see a Year In Review Engagements and Weddings!)This is my favorite behind the scenes image from the year... I absolutely LOVED working as a team with these wonderful people!! deborah zoe photography behind the scenes year in review boston wedding photographer0001.JPG And of course I had to include this image because my hubby makes a sneak appearance... can you spot him?:)The videographer and the VERY preggo photographer.Smile on my face!!Lauren, my beautiful test subject!! deborah zoe photography behind the scenes year in review boston wedding photographer0005.JPG There she is!!Do you remember this day in July, when it was 500 degrees out?!! The lovely Cristen, who hates to have her picture taken but I make her do it anyways!!Karla nabbed this shot from the balcony at this HUGE church. deborah zoe photography behind the scenes year in review boston wedding photographer0010.JPG Krista snagged these, I start to get a little touchy...Shooting some details...OH HEY COCO, can you spot her?!Lauren hard at work makin' that veil do it's thing!Then Coco got a turn!Word.I ALWAYS do that foot up thing... not explanation! deborah zoe photography behind the scenes year in review boston wedding photographer0023.JPG Karla workin' the veil!How many people does it take to fluff a dress? More than you think...Bwahahaha, don't hate me Cristen, I LOVE this photo!!This was also just after a bunny ran across the path...I have no words... deborah zoe photography behind the scenes year in review boston wedding photographer0031.JPG My lovely test subject again!! I love these next few images, as Lauren and I are all smiles as we do our job!!There you have it, a year of behind the scenes!! I absolutely love what I do and I'm so grateful for the couples and photographers who make my job beautiful!!

Year In Review 2013

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The Engagements

Yesterday I celebrated the lovely weddings I had an opportunity to photograph this past year. Today it's all about the engagements!! I love photographing engagement sessions and being able to spend that precious time with each couple. It's a time when couples enjoy the moment together, releasing all of the pressure and stress of wedding planning to enjoy and celebrate each other. Of course that is incredibly fun to document!! From the city to the farm, we covered a lot of ground this year!! Grab your favorite drink and reminisce with me as we review this past year of Engagements!!

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Mitch and Claudia's engagement at the Boston Public Library.Jon and Melissa's engagement at Blithewold Mansion. Basil and Kim's engagement in Boston's Back Bay. Mark and Christina's engagement at Harvard University.

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Mark and Marlo's engagement at Fenway Park and downtown Boston. Michael and Lindsay's engagement in downtown historic Salem.Hannah and Barrett's engagement at Brooksby Farm.Debbie and James' engagement at the House of The Seven Gables.

Holiday Print Sale

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The Annual Holiday Print Sale Is Here!

The annual Holiday print sale is here!! (Well, almost!) Beginning on Small Business Saturday and ending on January 4, all print galleries will be featuring a 30% discount for print orders. Details were released via the Newsletter last night, but in case you missed all the information check out the details below:

-- In celebration of the Holidays please enjoy a 30% discount off your next print order!!
-- To receive your discount enter code HOLIDAY30 during check out.
-- To find your print gallery please visit here.
-- For questions about this print promotion please email me at deborah@deborahzoephoto.com.

Last year I introduced this sale and past and current clients alike were able to revisit their images, print TANGIBLE memories for their homes, all while enjoying a 30% discount!! And while I originally viewed this as a way to celebrate shopping SMALL around Small Business Saturday, I realized that this could also be a way to extend a thank you to my amazing past and current clients as a year end celebration!!

Starting on Saturday, enjoy a 30% discount with code HOLIDAY30 on all print orders via your printing gallery!! Remember, images are not meant to sit on a computer or a thumb drive. They are meant to be printed and ENJOYED. Get out there and order some prints, for your home and for your families. Enjoy!! deborah zoe photography christmas decor00021.JPG

Best of 2013

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The Annual Canvas Contest Is Here

It's that time of year again! Time to rally up your friends and family to help you win a beautiful canvas for your home! With the end of the 2013 wedding season I'm excited to announce the start of the annual Best of 2013 contest! This is one of my favorite traditions to do each year and it's certainly become one of the most popular for my clients and their loved ones.

All you have to do is head on over to the Facebook page and find the Best of 2013 album. There you'll be able to vote for your favorite image by liking or commenting on the image. The couple with the most votes by December 16 will win a beautiful canvas print for their home!

Ever year I love seeing friends and family rally around their loved ones to help them win! For more information check out the instructions below. Spread the word and HAPPY VOTING!!

Here's the 411:

1. Go to my Facebook page and make sure you're a fan!

2. Find the Best of 2013 Contest album.

3. To vote, find your favorite image and click Like or leave a comment. (Duplicate or additional comments from the same person will only be considered as one vote.)

4. Encourage, bribe, flatter, cajole, and tell your friends and family to vote for YOUR image!!

5. Eagerly await for December 17, 2018 when the winner will be announced right here on the blog! That's almost a whole month of voting!!

*The contest will officially close on December 16, 2013 at 11:00pm. No entries past that time will be considered.

So now that you know the rules, get out there and VOTE!!! Will you YOU be the winner?! Find out December 17th!!
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Brooksby Farm Engagement Session

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Barrett and Hannah are both Cornellians, people who are studying/have studied at Cornell. It's where they met and fell in love and it plays a HUGE part in not only their courtship but their engagement as well. As Hannah tells it, she and Barrett never had a relationships on their mind, but when they met, all that changed.

Hannah was, like most freshman, unsure of her feelings towards all the new change college can bring. Being a freshman can be hard and sometimes lonely and what often brought Hannah comfort were the famous chimes that would ring throughout Cornell's campus. These chimes played a huge part in encouraging Hannah during those first few months at Cornell.

Barrett, who is very musical, was also drawn to same chimes that brought Hannah so much joy her first year on campus. Through his time at Cornell he became involved in the very selective team that plays the infamous bells (he's currently head chime master!). Well, when Hannah found this out she was immediately drawn to Barrett and saw it as a sign. Just as the chimes played a huge part in her first year on campus, Barrett was about to play a huge part in the rest of her life. Ahh, ivy league love;).

While Barrett and Hannah live outside of New England much of Hannah's family still reside in the area. Both Barrett and Hannah love the old charm of New England and especially love the fall here. Fittingly, Hannah wanted to take what she loved most about New England in the fall and turn it into an engagement session. So with a little bit of inspiration and the help of Brooksby Farm we created an ode to all things fall in New England. Hot apple cider, a cozy blanket, the changing leaves, a wool scarf. I absolutely loved how adorable these two are and how each hand picked item helped to pull the session together.

So without further adieu I giver you two Cornell lovebirds and their quaint and cozy orchard inspired engagement session. Enjoy!!

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They are so CUTE!!Most of the foliage is gone now, but I was amazed to see these apple trees still had color!!Work it you two...Hannah, you are beautiful.Of course we had to indulge in some hot apple cider!!There were scattered sprinkles throughout the afternoon, but Hannah and Barrett were determined to make the most of every minute together!!Remember that scene from my Best Friend's Wedding when George is laying on the bed with Juliet tell her to tell Michael that she loves him?...yeah, inspired by that!!:)So cozy!!Hands down my favorite from the day! The light was simply amazing!I loved the intricate detailing on Hannah's ring, beautiful!After a quick outfit change we wandered the property around the farm as the skies continued to clear.Work it, work it!

House of Seven Gables Engagement Session

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A House of Seven Gables Engagement Session

I don't think that many couples can say that an earthquake brought them together, but for James and Debbie that's exactly what happened. Both were traveling and met while on a hiking expedition in Patagonia. They interacted some but spent little time together during the trip. At the end of the trip however, there was a huge earthquake destroying the airport that they were supposed to leave from. Huddled under a tent, waiting for a return flight back to the States, James and Debbie began to fall in love. It would take a few more dates and a long distance relationship to solidify their commitment, but their shared experience under that tent built the foundation that is their relationship today. I for one find that wildly romantic!

Last week I met them both in Salem at the House of the Seven Gables for their engagement session. Both love the outdoors and historic settings and the Gables was the perfect spot for these two! I simply adore the history and charm of this area of Salem and I am so thankful for the wonderful team at the Gables who welcomed and invited us in!!

So grab your favorite hot fall drink (it's a blustery day out there!), and enjoy James and Debbie's lovely and charming fall engagement session in Salem!

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How adorable are they?! I knew right away that I was going to have fun with them!!This white room was a photographer's dream...Definitely a favorite from the day!Adorable...I love this one too...there were so many nooks to photograph in, I loved it!!I love this series!! That red house was an awesome backdrop!!After a quick jaunt across the property we snuck away into the garden. The light and color made it simply magical.After a quick outfit change we stole a few more portraits in the courtyard.LOVE this one!!The trees were full of beautiful foliage in and around the side streets near the Gables. The light was perfect and so of course we had to take advantage!!These next few are some of my favorites from their session. When I asked if they would be up for throwing some leaves in the air, James couldn't have been more excited!! I love when couples take chances and trust in my vision, because you end up with adorable pictures like these;)!LOVE these!! James was giggling because Debbie was having a little trouble throwing the leaves just the right way...hehe.Foliage perfection.The good looking couple. Work it guys!!Debbie, you are beautiful!James is originally from the area and so we wanted to make sure that they had pictures which represented all that is wonderful about New England. Of course we had to get a few pictures near the rocky coast. LOVE, love, love, the result!!A perfect ending to a perfect fall afternoon!

Mark & Marlo Engaged

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A Fenway Park Engagement Session

I really didn't plan it this way...who knew that the Red Sox would be in the World Series?! But how appropriate to share this adorable Fenway engagement session with you today after a victory in Game One last night! Often couples will seek my advice when it comes to the location of their engagement session, and of course I'm always happen to offer any suggestions that I can. But when it came time for Mark and Marlo to pick a spot they knew exactly what they wanted.

Both Mark and Marlo are born and raised New Englanders, and the Red Sox (heck all Boston sports) have a special spot in Mark and Marlo lives. So last week we braved the crowds and headed to Fenway Park to enjoy some time walking around the field and enjoying the excited spirit that surrounded the park. We, ok Mark, even spotted some Red Sox as we walked. Too bad we didn't ask them to hop in a picture or two...

Mark and Marlo met while studying at the University of Connecticut and instantly became best friends. Adorable really, and their friendship shines brightly still. You can tell that they truly enjoy being together and have built a beautiful foundation for their marriage. I loved spending the afternoon with them and simply cannot wait to celebrate as they marry next summer at Regatta Place. Whether or not you love the Red Sox, I just know you'll adore this couple and this session as much as I did. Congrats Marlo and Mark, I can't wait for next July!!

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The Red Sox have grown beards for this 2013 season, which have now become infamous. Of course we had to take pictures in front of this amazing poster!!The area around Fenway is quite industrial and this alley way is one of my favorites spots to explore!!Definitely a favorite from the day...trash and all;)!I kept joking that I gave Mark and Marlo the "hard" poses first...but seriously they rocked it out!!How adorable are they?!Gate E is one of my favorite spots to photograph outside of the park....HOT!!Doesn't Marlo look like Topanga from Boy Meets World right here?! The park was bustling with activity but we managed to find a few angles that weren't cluttered with spectators.After a quick jaunt to Kenmore Square we were off to the Public Garden for the rest of their session! (This being right after Mark spotted Ryan Dempster walking down the street...:))Before they changed outfits we took a few moments to grab some portraits with one of the only trees left with foliage in the park... it made for a beautiful backdrop!How stunning is Marlo's ring?! Her Burberry scarf made for the perfect backdrop too:).I know, I know, I'm a sucker for twirling photos...but how could I not be with this amazing light?!These two know how to work it!!The next series are some of my favorites...the light, the couple, the location, it was perfection.Sometimes direct sunlight can be scary (harsh shadows, strong highlights) but in this case I think it worked beautifully!!I love when couples trust me enough to take risks...Mark and Marlo have no problem climbing this rock with a host of people looking on. I'm so glad they did because these last images were my favorite from the day, thank you guys!!

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