Nikki Cole

Oct 04

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Kate and John’s Boston Harbor Hotel Wedding

For those of you who have followed my blog, you’ll know how much of a sucker I am for a close family and a great story. Safe to say, I’m in love with Kate and John. Their wedding at the Boston Harbor Hotel could not have been more fun and gorgeous to photograph. The champagne colored bridesmaids dresses were elegant. The flowers (oh my god, can you say white dahlias?) all in cream were fabulous. But beyond that, they’re truly special people with amazing friends and family. You won’t be able to miss Kate’s spectacular smile in every single photo. That smile is completely genuine. And she’s not stingy with it. I have no doubt that smile and warmth is exactly what made John fall in love with her. Kate and John both have wonderful and close knit families. Kate made sure we went out of our way to have formal photos in Post Office Square as a nod to her father who actually designed the park. And John’s two brothers made a point to mention one of their favorite things about Kate was her warmth and special relationship with John’s third brother, Andrew who has special needs. Family, and […]

Sep 23

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Kristyn and Tom’s Cape Wedding at Wequassett Resort

It’s that time of year when the weather can be just perfect for weddings! The last few days of summer are giving way to the crisp, cool fall evenings. It was a gorgeous day for Kristyn and Tom’s wedding at Wequassett Resort. Their first look on the pier was incredibly picturesque. And after some wedding party portraits on the beach, we were able to wander the property and grab some quintessential Cape Cod photos. The ceremony overlooking the ocean couldn’t have been prettier. Check out the adorable ring bearers walking down the aisle with Kristyn and Tom’s puppy! After the ceremony, guests headed to the waterfront for cocktails and a fabulous nautical themed reception. You’ll love all the little details! Don’t forget to check out their full slide show! VENDORS Venue: Wequassett Resort Florist: Lyndsey Loring Hair: Raimi Warren Makeup: Eva Oseva

Sep 16

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Laurie and Josh’s Westin Copley Boston Wedding

When Laurie started planning her wedding, she wanted it smack dab in our beautiful city of Boston. And she got her wish! With the Westin Copley as our home, we are able to sneak over to the Public Garden and the Boston Public Library for photos. It couldn’t have been a more lovely day for it. Both Laurie and Josh got ready at the Westin, so I was able to pop into both rooms while they were preparing for the big day. I loved watching Josh (to be more accurate, one of Josh’s groomsmen) tying a real bow tie. After an intimate and lovely first look we were driven to the Public Garden for wedding party and bridal portraits. Then, it was back to the hotel in time for their Ketubah signing. The ceremony was held in the ballroom with the gorgeous city view as their backdrop. The chuppah was adorned in beautiful muted pink and white flowers. When guests returned to the ballroom after the cocktail hour, the room was totally transformed with the city view twinkling and pink up-lighting filling the ballroom. What a transformation! The only thing more brilliant and vibrant was Laurie’s smile. I swear, that […]

Sep 11

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Lisa and Dave’s Thompson Island Wedding

Lisa and Dave’s wedding was the type of day photographer’s dream about with a gorgeous setting and a totally low maintenance couple. The wedding was set on Thompson’s Island, one of the Boston Harbor Islands. I was able to take an earlier ferry to capture Lisa dressing and a great first look. But not before totally pulling one over on Dave with a fake first look (substituting one of Lisa’s girlfriends). The look on Dave’s face was priceless! Guests took the next ferry over and had some time to relax on the island prior to the ceremony while Lisa and Dave signed their ketubah, the Jewish marriage contract. The ceremony was held under the shade of two beautiful trees right on the beach. During the cocktail hour, guests enjoy lawn games and the gorgeous setting sun over the Boston city skyline. After some truly heartfelt toasts (the only real formalities of the evening) was a delicious lobster dinner and dancing in the island’s pavilion. Toward the end of the evening a bonfire was lit, so smores were obviously in order! It couldn’t have been a more perfect day for an absolutely perfect couple. Don’t forget to check out […]

Sep 02

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Jenna and Matt’s Oceanside Gloucester Wedding

Jenna and Matt wanted a beautiful wedding on the ocean in Gloucester and the Elks at Bass Rocks provided the perfect setting. It was a warm, hazy summer day and the muted pink and green tones of the bridesmaid’s dresses were a perfect match for the light blue and gray sky and ocean. It was stunning. Jenna and Matt were married on the lawn overlooking the ocean where they made a point of including some important family. Matt’s cousin wrote and performed a beautiful song as part of the ceremony. Jenna’s aunt officiated the ceremony where she explained why Jenna and Matt chose August 22 for their wedding date. It also happened to be Matt’s grandparent’s wedding date! Guests enjoyed cocktail hour while the couple and the very brave wedding party climbed out on the rocks of the Gloucester beach for some fabulous photos. Then, dinner quickly gave way to a totally packed dance floor. What a great day! Don’t forget to check out their full slide show! VENDORS DJ – 617 Weddings Makeup – Amanda Kotkowski Hair – Lisa Frallicciardi Florist – Peperberry Florist Invitations and Stationary – Katherine Elizabeth Events

Aug 28

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Sooji and Joe’s Elegant Endicott Estate Wedding

I have a special fondness for Sooji and Joe. They’re sweet, talented and totally in love with each other. And they’re in the wedding business which makes them extra fun! Sooji and Joe are florists and met in school learning the craft. They now work together and created every piece you see on their wedding day! When I arrived at the Endicott Estate, Sooji and Joe were still putting the finishing touches on the room. It had to be tough putting all that work in on your own wedding day, but it was totally worth it. The centerpieces with white hydrangea and orchids were beautiful. The bouquets of calla lilies were simple and gorgeous and you have to check out the amazing ceremony pieces and place card table piece. They both ran upstairs with just enough time to prepare for the big day. Joe surprised Sooji with the most lovely bracelet. It was a gorgeous day for an outdoor ceremony by the gazebo on the Endicott Estate property. And we were able to take some beautiful portraits under one of the many big, beautiful trees on the vast lawn of the estate while their 50 guests enjoyed cocktails and […]

Aug 27

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Shawna and Scott’s Lake Winnipesaukee Wedding

What a beautiful two days! I love when I have the chance to capture the rehearsal dinner with my clients. And with Shawna and Scott, it was an extra treat. We were able to do a full bridal session together the day before the wedding. Props to the happy couple for getting in their formal wear a day early so we could spend some time on Lake Winnipesaukee with some gorgeous late afternoon light! After our session, and a quick change, the couple had a fabulous New England themed dinner at the Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club. Watching Shawna and Scott’s many nieces and nephews and Scott’s beautiful daughter Hallie on the putting green was absolutely priceless! It was also a blast watching guests perform their own versions of “Row Row Row Your Boat” with words themed to the wedding. The following day, Shawna and Scott started at the Boston LDS Temple with a sealing ceremony and some photos outside the temple. Then it was back to New Hampshire for a ring exchange ceremony and a wonderful celebration right on Lake Winnipeasukee at Mills Falls Church Landing. The couple exchanged rings with the Lake as their backdrop and under a […]

Aug 14

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Pam and Dan’s Cafe Escadrille Wedding

OK, this wedding was so fun! Pam and Dan worked hard to make sure their wedding had a real home town feel. When we first spoke, I remember her telling me how she wanted to keep everything about their wedding local and personal. Pam got ready in her childhood home in Burlington and Dan at their home together in Billerica. The ceremony was also held in a local church. We took many of our family and wedding party portraits in the beautiful back yard of Pam’s parent’s home. Pam and Dan both coach at Burlington High School and are proud of their school! I’m so happy we got the chance to spend some time shooting bridal portraits at the school’s football field on that beautiful summer day. Right down the road, their reception was held at Cafe Escadrille. Both the best man and maid of honor had fun stories from childhood. And Pam’s dad had a wonderful surprise during their father/daughter dance. He actually recorded himself singing to his beloved daughter. Pam’s reaction was fantastic! Dan’s dad had his own surprise (at least a surprise to me). He rocked that dance floor like a champion! I’m pretty sure I have […]

Aug 05

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Isabelle and Andrew’s Royal Sonesta Boston, Summer Wedding

Isabelle and Andrew are such a fun couple! All you have to do is see Isabelle enjoying a sip of champagne (my kind of lady) or watch Andrew mugging it up for the camera to know I’m telling the truth. We had a great day at the Royal Sonesta in Cambridge. The weather was gorgeous. The beautiful summer day was the perfect backdrop for Isabelle’s vibrant color palate of pink and blue (or was that your idea Andrew?). After the ceremony, we spent time along the Charles River creating some fabulous portraits. And the vibrant colors continued in the ballroom with gorgeous pink centerpieces and bright pink up-lighting. The color in the intimate ballroom popped beautifully, but never felt overwhelming. Now that’s the way to do vibrant color at a wedding. The only things that popped more were the smiles on Isabelle and Andrew’s faces! Don’t forget to check out their full slide show! VENDORS RECEPTION: ROYAL SONESTA BOSTON DJ: SIAGEL ENTERTAINMENT FLORIST: JUDY’S VILLAGE FLOWERS, FOXBORO HAIR AND MAKEUP: SPECIAL EVENTS BEAUTY DRESS: BELLA SERA, DANVERS VIDEO: VERA PRODUCTIONS

Jul 30

by Nikki Cole in Photography Blog 1 comments tags: autumn weddings in new england, garden wedding ceremony, garden wedding photos, new england photographers, new england professional photographers, summer weddings in new england, weddings at woodstock inn, woodstock inn vermont

Marisa and Seth’s Woodstock Inn, Garden Wedding

This is such a special post for me! I had the absolute honor to photograph the wedding of my best friend’s brother. It was like working with my own family (except slightly less large and crazy). Seth and Marisa are a fabulous couple. They have an incredibly active lifestyle (running, hiking, biking kayaking, and much more), so I don’t think I’ve ever seen them together when they weren’t sweaty and dirt smudged. You can imagine my glee when I saw this absolutely gorgeous couple on their wedding day! We spent the entire day at the Woodstock Inn in Vermont. The couple’s first look, formal photos and ceremony were held in the gardens and grounds around the inn. I thought it was so sweet when the couple watered a tree to be planted at their home as part of the ceremony. The ceremony was followed by a group photo of the entire wedding. Then guests celebrated the occasion in the lovely ballroom decorated simply and elegantly with white hydrangea. Don’t forget to check out their full slide show! VENDORS Flowers – www.laurathomsondesign.com Band – www.searchpartyboston.com Reception – www.woodstockinn.com Dress: www.bella-bride.com