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Wellfleet Family Photographer
Updated June 2026 By Katie, Rhode Island and Cape Cod family photographer for 13+ years I’ve been coming to Wellfleet my whole life. My parents got engaged at The Beachcomber, and for most of my childhood, we rented a cottage at the Wellfleeter on the far end of Mayo Beach. My family bought a house…
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Providence RI Family Photographer
Updated May 2026 By Katie, Rhode Island and Cape Cod family photographer for 13+ years I lived in Providence for four years when I attended Providence College, but I’m still discovering new parts of the city. As a Providence family photographer, that’s one of the things I love about working here. There’s always another spot….
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Narragansett Family Photographer
Updated May 2026 By Katie, Rhode Island and Cape Cod family photographer for 13+ years I’m a Narragansett family photographer, and after years of working these beaches, I know this stretch of the Rhode Island coast well. From the Point Judith Lighthouse to Bonnet Shores, Scarborough State Beach, and the rocky ends of Narragansett Town…
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Westerly, RI Family Photographer
Updated May 2026 By KT, Rhode Island and Cape Cod family photographer for 13+ years As a Westerly, RI family photographer, I can tell you that this town rewards the families willing to treat their session like a small adventure. The parking isn’t always easy, and most of the best spots require a walk to…
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Lord Thompson Manor
Lord Thompson Manor is a private estate setting for weddings tucked away in the peaceful northeast corner of Connecticut. Located down a long, wooded driveway, this 40-acre property features a beautiful manor house, lush gardens, and indoor and outdoor spaces with cozy fireplaces. Lord Thompson Manor specializes in all-inclusive wedding weekends, offering couples the unique…
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OceanCliff Weddings
Imagine having your OceanCliff wedding on 10 acres of rolling lawns, with breathtaking ocean views in every direction. This historic estate in Newport, RI offers an idyllic setting for weddings. Constructed in the 19th century, this picturesque venue combines timeless elegance with natural beauty to create unforgettable moments for couples and their guests. History of…
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10 Beautiful Places to Elope in Rhode Island
Before planning to elope in Rhode Island it’s important to note that the concept of elopement has evolved significantly and become popularized in modern times. Merriam-Webster Dictionary reflects this shift in meaning, noting that “Elope’s meaning is shifting towards ‘a small destination wedding’ whereas it used to mean ‘to run away and secretly get married.’”…
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Wedding Venues in Rhode Island | 2024 Guide
2024 Guide Wedding Venues in Rhode Island Discover your dream wedding venue in Rhode Island! Explore 100+ locations, from hidden gems to luxurious waterfront estates in this guide. Welcome to your guide for Rhode Island wedding venues! If you’re engaged, soon-to-be engaged, or helping someone plan their big day, congratulations! Choosing the right venue is…
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Newport Beach House Weddings
Dreaming of a beachy boho modern wedding, surrounded by the soothing sound of ocean waves? Look no further than the Newport Beach House, a picturesque seaside venue located just a stone’s throw away from downtown Newport, Rhode Island. This exquisite beachfront venue offers a stunning backdrop for your special day. In this blog post, we’ll…
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Provincetown Family Photographer
Affectionately known as “Ptown” by locals and visitors alike, Provincetown Cape Cod is a charming and picturesque town. This quaint little paradise is renowned for its vibrant arts scene, welcoming atmosphere, stunning oceanside setting, and a rich history of tolerance and acceptance. It’s no wonder that Provincetown is a top destination for families. What better…
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Glen Manor House Wedding
Are you envisioning an elegant mansion wedding set against a backdrop of natural beauty? Then look no further than the enchanting Glen Manor House Wedding venue in Portsmouth, RI. Nestled on the shores of the Sakonnet River, this historic mansion offers a picturesque setting that will leave you and your guests in awe. Glen Manor…
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The Bohlin Weddings and Events
The Bohlin Weddings and Events provided the perfect backdrop for these stunning boho wedding photos. Tucked amidst elegant yachts, The Bohlin’s dock offers unobstructed views of the harbor and the iconic Newport Bridge. It has a laid-back ambiance, contrasting with the opulent gilded-age mansion venues nearby. The Bohlin was the ideal choice for Rachel and…
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Castle Hill Inn Weddings
Castle Hill Inn Weddings are all about luxury and sophistication. If you’re dreaming of an elegant wedding by the sea, this is THE wedding venue to make your dreams come true. The sprawling 40-acre estate with its historic inn overlooking Narragansett Bay has stunning views around every corner. The property has many beautiful options for…
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Shepherd’s Run Weddings
I am in love with Shepherd’s Run – Rhode Island’s newest wedding venue! Shepherd’s run was originally a 1930’s summer manor home, then it was part of the Prout School, and now it is a winery and event venue. I have yet to try the wines, but I’ve heard good things. The building, vineyard, and…
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Harkness Park Wedding
I’m very excited to share photos from this elopement with wedding photos at Harkness Park. If you’ve never been, Harkness Park in Waterford, CT is just a gorgeous location that never disappoints (check out the last wedding I photographed at Eolia Mansion!). Not even in the pouring rain… Inn at Harbor Hill Marina Before heading…
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Napatree Point Engagement Session
Epic is the word I’d use to describe this Napatree Point engagement session. This was actually my first ever job at Napatree Point in Westerly, and it did not disappoint. We ended the engagement session with the most amazing sunset for Jessie and Mason. Wilcox Park We started the evening at Wilcox Park in Westerly. …
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Winter Wedding in Newport RI
Maggie and Abe’s winter wedding in Newport, RI was a long time coming. Originally scheduled for December 2020, it had to be postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the challenges, they decided to have a small wedding that year at Queen Anne’s Loft. They held out patiently until December 2021 for their big wedding…
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Eastham Family Photos
This year I’ve seen a huge demand for family photos in Eastham (and all of Cape Cod for that matter). Families are going on vacation again and getting back together after being apart during the pandemic. What better place for family photos than Eastham on Cape Cod? Cape Cod Beach Family Photos By far the…
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Fort Adams Wedding
Weddings are back! I could not have been more excited to photograph this one in Newport, especially the wedding photos at Fort Adams (a place I had not been before)! I rarely get to be a second photographer, so this was a real treat working with Ken Pak at Chelsea and Niall’s wedding. First Look …
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Hotel Viking Wedding
This Hotel Viking wedding closed out my 2020 season, and what a season it was! I was so impressed with how ALL of my clients handled the curveballs that 2020 threw at them. Maggie and Abe were no exception. Their big Newport wedding got pushed back by a year, but that didn’t stop them from…
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Shelter Harbor Inn Wedding
New favorite wedding venue alert – the Shelter Harbor Inn. How am I just finding out about this adorable venue in Westerly, RI? It all started last year when Heather and Michael hired me to photograph their spring wedding in Newport. We hit it off immediately because (among other things) they met at Providence College,…
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Aldrich Mansion Wedding
An Aldrich Mansion Wedding, FINALLY! I say finally for two reasons. First, my clients were supposed to have this wedding back in May. COVID forced them to reschedule (twice). They ultimately decided to have a very small wedding on their third date and hold off on the big party until next year. The second reason…
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Blithewold Mansion Wedding
This Blithewold Mansion wedding is the stuff dreams are made of. Believe it or not, this wedding happened in LATE October. It’s hard to believe because it was 70 degrees and the Blithewold Mansion gardens were still in full bloom – the perfect wedding weather! Then in true New England fashion, it snowed the following…
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Block Island Wedding
The most beautiful Block Island wedding happened last month amidst a global pandemic. And you know what, it didn’t matter in the slightest because Keith and Eileen’s boat on Block Island was the perfect location for their seven-person elopement. I have to say, I love photographing these micro weddings! Block Island Wedding Prep I took…
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Rhode Island Maternity Photos
I did this gorgeous Rhode Island maternity photo session a couple of weeks ago in Westerly. The couple is expecting a baby girl in September and Watch Hill is their go-to beach location. We made a plan to meet up and take the photos on East Beach, a perfect location for maternity and family photos….
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Tennis Hall of Fame Wedding
I was so looking forward to finally photographing a Tennis Hall of Fame Wedding this year! Heather and Mike were scheduled to get married at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, RI on June 19, 2020. They planned to have their wedding ceremony at St. Mary’s Church in Newport (where JFK got married). …
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Chequessett Club Wedding
Chequessett Club is a truly remarkable wedding venue, conveniently located just up the street from my parents’ house! As they are members of the club, I have enjoyed countless hours at the beach and on the golf course. The venue offers a breathtaking view of Wellfleet Harbor and Great Island, which becomes even more stunning…
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Branford House Weddings
The Branford House is one of the most elegant seaside Connecticut wedding venues. It’s a gorgeous stone mansion that rivals those you’d see in Newport. Situated on Uconn’s Avery Point campus in Groton CT, Branford House Weddings enjoy panoramic views of the ocean. Branford House Exterior The grounds surrounding the stately Branford House mansion are…
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Mount Hope Farm Weddings
Mount Hope Farm is a gorgeous country estate in Bristol, RI, and a perfect wedding location! As you first drive through the gates and onto the grounds you see the historic inn, gardens, and barn. Keep going another mile down the road and you’ll pass through woodlands and by a lovely pond. Finally, when the…
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Belle Mer Weddings
Belle Mer is the best Newport wedding venue for glamorous seaside weddings. My favorite feature is the Ocean Lawn, a manicured green lawn that is used for outdoor wedding ceremonies and cocktail hours. Thanks to its location on Goat Island it has unobstructed views of Narragansett Bay, numerous sailboats, and the Newport Bridge. It faces…
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12 Most Photogenic Newport Wedding Venues
Which Newport wedding venues are the best? A question I get asked often. It makes sense since I’m a professional Rhode Island wedding photographer. After all, my job has sort of made me an expert on all things weddings. I’ve had the pleasure of working at most of the top Newport RI wedding venues, but…
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Inn at Mystic Wedding
You may remember Erin and Marc from their engagement session at Harkness Park. Their wedding took place in late August at the nearby Inn at Mystic. Getting Ready at Haley Mansion The bride got ready for her wedding downstairs in Haley Mansion on the Inn at Mystic grounds. Her bridesmaids and bridesman helped her into…
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Elegant Goat Island Wedding
I’m so excited to share some of my wedding photography from Tori and Brian’s elegant wedding at Belle Mer on Goat Island in Newport, RI. You might remember them from their engagement session on Cliff Walk earlier in the year. But first, take a gander at the wedding slideshow I made them… Bridal Prep The…
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Eolia Mansion Wedding
Bride Getting Ready Mirinie and Andy’s Eolia Mansion wedding started in their hometown of Shelton, CT. The bride got ready in her awesome loft-style apartment. It had brick and natural light. I was a happy wedding photographer! She was surrounded by family and four adorable flower girls as she got ready. Groom Getting Ready Meanwhile,…
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Lakes Region New Hampshire Wedding
I decided to try something new for Kelly and Justin’s Lakes Region New Hampshire wedding. Usually I deliver all of the photos en-masse when they are ready and hope that the couple will sit down and look at them together. This time I put together a special slideshow of my favorite moments from their wedding…
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Lake of Isles Wedding
It was a beautiful, fun, HOT day for Alli and Liam’s Lake of Isles Wedding. Temps were over 100 degrees, and we were all so thankful to be in air-conditioning most of the day. It didn’t stop them from going out for photos though. Just like the frigid cold didn’t stop their engagement photos last…
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Watch Hill Engagement Photos
I’ve wanted to do engagement photos in Watch Hill for YEARS now. Everyone always picks Newport for their Rhode Island engagement session location. I can’t blame them, Newport is fabulous. But the little coastal village of Watch Hill in Westerly, RI has tons to offer for engagement photos too! It is the location of the…
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Harkness Memorial State Park Engagement Photos
I don’t think I could ever get sick of taking Harkness Memorial State Park engagement photos! It’s just the most beautiful location in Connecticut for engagement sessions. Full disclosure – my husband and I took our engagement photos at Harkness Park back in 2011. So I MIGHT be biased. It’s also one of my favorite…
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Stamford Museum and Nature Center Wedding
Being a wedding photographer is incredibly rewarding with clients like Dana and Chris and a stunning venue like the Stamford Museum and Nature Center. I had previously photographed an engagement session at the Stamford Nature Center, so I knew this day would be exceptional. Bride Getting Ready Upon arriving at the couple’s home, I immediately…
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Wicked Tulips Farm Photographer
I scored a ticket to Wicked Tulips Farm in Johnston, RI yesterday and decided to bring along my son Cam and test it as a location for a photographer. I was expecting it to be a bit of a $h!t Show – it rained earlier in the day and they had sent out an email…
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Newport RI Engagement Photos
My clients Victoria and Brian were in Newport, RI last weekend for their wedding tasting at Belle Mer so we decided to fit their engagement photos in on Sunday. The weather here in late March is variable, but they lucked out with a weekend where the temps were in the 60s! But of course, Sunday…
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Providence Engagement Photos
It was late November when we did Grace and Tristan’s Providence engagement photos. It was kinda cold and kinda rainy. There definitely weren’t any leaves left on the trees. And you know what….it was awesome! When we were going through the different locations in downtown Providence for engagement photos, I suggested several urban locations with…
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The Sagamore Lake George Wedding
I LOVE working as a professional wedding photographer at The Sagamore on Lake Goerge. I say this even though it is four hours away from me. It’s so beautiful there! My in-laws live nearby so I have a free place to stay AND a babysitter. So of course I was thrilled to be hired by…
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Central MA Engagement Photography
We had so much fun at Andrew, Ashley, and Emmy’s Central MA engagement photography session at Moore State Park near Worcester. Andrew and Ashley are getting married at the Five Bridge Inn Barn in February 2019. Andrew was actually the one who originally reached out to me about wedding photography, so I knew right away…
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Rhode Island Indian Fusion Wedding
As a professional wedding photographer, I am so lucky to be able to photograph many different types of weddings. I was beyond excited when Katie and Kushan hired me to be the professional wedding photographer for their Indian Fusion wedding at Mount Hope Farm in Bristol, RI. Having photographed a Hindu wedding before, I knew…
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Kalmar Village Weddings
Kalmar Village Weddings are my favorite as far as Cape Cod beach weddings go. Out at the tip of Cape Cod in Truro MA, this wedding venue has 400 feet of private beach! I don’t know of any other Cape Cod wedding venues on the water where you can have both your wedding ceremony and…
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Christmas Wedding in Newport, RI
I’ve been working as a professional wedding photographer for 5 years now, and this was my first wedding at OceanCliff! I was not disappointed having heard so many great things about this Newport mansion wedding venue. Bride Getting Ready Cathy and Dan’s Christmas wedding took place on a sunny but brisk day in mid-December. Their…
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Provincetown Inn Wedding
There’s something special about Provincetown Weddings that makes me love my job as a professional wedding photographer. The whole town is so vibrant and friendly. It’s hard not to have a good time when you’re there! I was honored when family friends hired me to be the wedding photographer at their Provincetown Inn Wedding. The…
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Colt State Park Wedding
I first met Allison and Casey over skype and then in person when I did their professional engagement photos. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know them and their fun personalities and knew their Colt State Park Wedding in Providence, RI would be nothing short of epic. Getting Ready at The Dean Hotel The bride got…
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Roger Williams Park Wedding
I had so much fun photographing this Roger Williams Park Wedding! It was the perfect day. I had met Allie and Rodrigo the prior November at their engagement session. The day of the e-session ended up a little less than perfect, as they lost power in their apartment. Imagine trying to get ready for a…
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Regatta Place Wedding
Bride Getting Ready Amanda and Simon’s Regatta Place Newport wedding was on my wedding anniversary. And it rained, just like on my wedding day. But that didn’t stop the bride from enjoying time with friends and family while getting ready in a suite at Gurney’s Resort in Newport, RI. Afterward, she headed to another hotel…
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Summer Seaside Wedding in Newport
Bridal Prep in the Island House We got the most beautiful late summer day for Charles and Victoria’s seaside wedding at Belle Mer in Newport. My first stop was the Island house where the bride and her maids were getting their hair and makeup done. I was very drawn to her gorgeous dress that was…
