Pre-Wedding Session at Boston Common in the Fall


There’s something truly special about a fall wedding in Boston — and Aleksandra & John’s celebration captured everything I love about this season.

We started the day before their wedding with a relaxed pre-wedding session at Boston Common, right in the heart of the city. The foliage was at its peak, with warm tones of red, orange, and gold creating the perfect backdrop for their photos.

A couple in wedding attire smiles at each other outdoors in autumn, she in white dress, he in navy suit with red tie.
A couple in wedding attire share a romantic moment outdoors, with the bride in white gloves and groom in a navy suit with red tie.
Couple in wedding attire walking hand in hand through an autumn park, groom in navy suit, bride in white dress.
Couple in wedding attire holding hands in autumn park, groom in navy suit red tie, bride in white dress.
Couple poses by a black lamppost under a vibrant yellow ginkgo tree in a park during autumn.
Couple in wedding attire gazing into each other's eyes outdoors with autumn foliage backdrop.
Newlyweds sharing a romantic glance outdoors, groom in navy suit, bride in elegant white dress, fall foliage.
Newlywed couple embracing romantically under golden autumn trees, groom in navy suit with red tie, bride in white gown.
Interracial wedding couple sharing a tender moment under vibrant yellow autumn trees in a scenic park setting.
Bride and groom holding hands in black and white wedding photo outdoors.
A couple in wedding attire holds hands walking on a bridge in Boston Public Garden with city skyline backdrop.
Couple in wedding attire holding hands outdoors in autumn park, bride in white wrap smiling over shoulder.
Elegant couple in winter wedding attire embracing outdoors, bride in white dress with fur wrap, groom in navy suit with red tie.
Bride and groom holding hands on stone steps in a park during autumn, wearing white dress and navy suit with red tie.
Black and white photo of wedding couple embracing near bridge and pond, bride in white fur wrap.

A Quiet Moment at Boston Public Library


After our session, they headed to the Boston Public Library for a quiet tea moment — such a beautiful and intimate way to slow down before the big day. I captured a few images there, keeping the atmosphere natural and unobtrusive.

Newlywed couple sitting at wedding reception table, groom in navy suit with red tie, bride in white strapless gown.
Couple in wedding attire seated at elegant reception table with glassware and floral centerpiece.
Couple smiling at each other while reviewing menus at an elegant restaurant on a romantic date.
Couple reviewing a Courtyard restaurant menu together at an elegantly set dining table.
Couple smiling at each other while reviewing a wedding menu at an elegant restaurant table.

One of my favorite moments from the session was completely unexpected — as I was photographing Aleksandra alone, a squirrel walked right up to her. It felt like a fairytale scene, something straight out of a storybook.

Bride in white gown feeding a squirrel in an autumn park with yellow fallen leaves and a monument in background.
Girl in white dress crouching to feed a squirrel in an autumn park with yellow leaves and a monument.
Woman in white dress crouching near a squirrel in an autumn park with yellow leaves and a monument.

Intimate Wedding at Brookline Town Hall


The next day, we met at the Brookline Town Hall for their wedding ceremony. It was a small and meaningful gathering with a few close family members, creating a very personal and emotional atmosphere.

Man in suit shows video call on tablet to woman in white dress during a meeting in a modern conference room.
A bride gazes lovingly at her groom in a navy suit during a romantic wedding moment indoors.
A couple exchanges vows at a civil wedding ceremony while an officiant holds an open binder indoors.
A professional Asian man in a dark suit and red tie smiling during a formal meeting or event.
Couple exchanging vows with officiant holding binder during intimate indoor wedding ceremony.
A bride in a white dress and gloves reads vows during an intimate courthouse wedding ceremony.
A smiling bride and groom stand with an officiant during a casual courthouse wedding ceremony.
Couple exchanging vows with officiant in formal courthouse civil wedding ceremony setting.
A happy bride in a white strapless dress smiles warmly at her partner during a wedding ceremony.
A bride in a strapless dress exchanges vows with a groom during an intimate wedding ceremony.
Black and white photo of a couple exchanging vows at a civil wedding ceremony indoors with an officiant.
Couple exchanging rings during a civil courthouse wedding ceremony with an officiant holding a folder.
Couple exchanging rings during a civil wedding ceremony with an officiant holding a binder in an office.
Newlywed couple sharing a romantic embrace in a courthouse courtroom after their civil wedding ceremony.
Couple sharing a first kiss as newlyweds in a courthouse ceremony room with American flag backdrop.

Even though some of their loved ones couldn’t be there in person, they were present in the most meaningful way — watching the ceremony live from abroad. It was such an emotional moment to witness.

Two men photograph a tablet displaying a video call with multiple participants in a modern conference room.

Fall Portraits in Brookline, MA


We continued with family photos and portraits outside, where the autumn foliage in Brookline added even more beauty to the day.

Aleksandra & John’s wedding was a perfect example of how intimate celebrations can be just as powerful — filled with connection, emotion, and meaningful moments.

Group of seven people posing for a formal photo on a decorated staircase at an elegant holiday event.
Elegant couple in formal wedding attire embracing on a balcony, groom in navy suit, bride in white strapless gown.
Couple in wedding attire embracing outdoors among golden autumn leaves, bride kissing groom on cheek in sunlit backyard.
A bride and groom share a romantic moment in an autumn park, surrounded by golden fall foliage.
Joyful newlyweds holding hands and running through a park with vibrant autumn foliage on their wedding day.
Couple in wedding attire embracing among autumn trees with golden sunlight in a romantic outdoor setting.
Elegant couple in wedding attire holding hands and gazing at each other among colorful fall trees.
Couple in wedding attire embracing outdoors in autumn, groom in navy suit with red tie, bride in white dress.
Couple in wedding attire embracing in autumn park, groom in navy suit with red tie, bride in white dress, sunlight through trees.

As a Boston wedding photographer, these are the stories I love to capture.