Holiday love + thanks

As the holiday season wraps us in its warmth and magic, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all of our amazing clients. We are incredibly thankful for the trust you’ve placed in us to capture the most precious moments of your lives—your weddings, engagements, and everything in between.

This year, as we reflect on the love and joy we’ve had the privilege to witness, we are overwhelmed with appreciation for each of you. It’s your stories, your laughter, your quiet moments of connection that inspire and fill us with a sense of wonder. Every couple, every wedding, and every milestone we’ve had the honor of documenting has been a true gift.

We are a female-owned and operated studio with nearly 15 years of experience, and with each passing year, we are more grateful than ever for the amazing couples we’ve had the honor to work with. Your trust means the world to us, and we are so thankful for the opportunity to be a part of your love story.

As one of the top-rated wedding photographers in Boston, we are always inspired by the magic that each couple brings to their day. It’s a true privilege to help preserve those memories for you, and we look forward to continuing this journey with all of you in the years to come.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for allowing us to capture the most important moments of your life. Wishing you a joyful, peaceful holiday season filled with love, light, and cherished memories. We can’t wait to see what the new year brings!

xoxoxo,

Sister City Studio

Best locations for romantic engagement photos in Boston

Visiting our beautiful city?

Here are the best, most photogenic spots to take engagement photos.

Beautiful Boston! Our city is so picturesque. Ivy covered brick, quaint cobblestone streets, immaculate historic landmarks, sailboats on the river, manicured greenery and vast city skylines.

There is no shortage of gorgeous backdrops here.

Here’s my love poem to Boston (in photos)…

Boston: a love story.

I moved here on a whim for college. A freshly 18 former-Floridian who never learned to dress for the cold, nor drive on snow. I was the epitome of a fish out of water. (I still don’t really know how to dress for the cold - what do you mean I can’t wear a crop top in January?)

To be honest, after college I was ready to leave Boston - I wanted to try new places, I wanted to see the world. The reason I stayed was my business, which had grown more than my wildest dreams. This business has brought me places I never fathomed, and success I didn’t think possible as a freelance creative (huge thank you to everyone who supported me back then, and since)

So, I lived other places since - and yet, I keep coming back. For half the year (avoiding winter, you bet), a month or three, wedding season, a few select weddings…
There’s a funny thing about working as a photographer - well, I want to work in a beautiful place. I’ve traveled the world, I’ve lived all over the USA - yet Boston remains where my business is based, where I keep returning to with my camera - because of the beautiful places and beautiful people I connect with and photograph here.

After hundreds of weddings, countless photo shoots and thousands of people photographed in beautiful Boston, I’m pleased to say I know my way around this sweet city.

Visiting Boston? Not sure where to start when planning your engagement shoot?
Give me a theme, vibe or inspiration photo - and I’ll handle the rest.
I can also help you book hair and makeup, dinner reservations - you name it!

Get in touch about booking your shoot with Sister City Photography.

Acorn Street

Yes, it’s worth the hype. This is quintessential Beacon Hill - a cobblestone street, lined with ivy-covered brick buildings, bay windows with hand-forged iron gates and flower boxes overflowing with seasonal plants and color.

This is a popular tourist photo-op! If you want a photo with no pedestrians in the background, I highly recommend you come during an off-peak time. Ask your photographer when is best to plan for this stop along your route.

People live here, PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL!

Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill IS New England charm. It’s practically perfect.

Take a stroll off the beaten path (Charles Street) and be charmed by Boston’s cutest (and oldest) neighborhood.

The South End

A sweet neighborhood with a mix of greenery and urban charm. And a great area for a post-shoot dinner or cocktail.

The T

It’s our metro, our subway, our train… it’s called the “T”!

Whether it’s an intentional destination or just your transportation from one location to another, couples photos on the T are SO cute.

Boston Public Garden

Our central park, this gorgeous greenspace is perfect for photos (and for a moment of serenity and nature amongst downtown). Lush greenery, a historic bridge, plenty of picnic space, amazing peoplewatching… this park is free, always open, and large - there are plenty of places to explore and photograph.

I love watching the leaves change color and new plants be planted seasonally. The spring tulips are my favourite.

Charles River

This famed river separates the cities of Boston and Cambridge. There are plenty of footbridges to cross over the river (they make for gorgeous backdrops, too).

If you’ve planned to stop in the Boston Public Garden for your engagement shoot, take the footbridge at Arlington Street to cross Storrow Drive and get to the small park that lines the Charles - a great spot for photos at sunset.

Fenway Park

Home of the Red Sox and not to be forgotten! This is a fun area of town and worth a trip - right at or after sunset is great for photos here, to capture some energy of the city.

400 photo shoots and counting! Crazy! Thank you, thank you thank you.

I’m so proud to be capturing love stories in this beautiful city. I love to hear your stories that have led your love to Boston.

If you need some insight planning your Boston big day, or are looking for photography to capture this moment in time and magical place - get in touch - I’m happy to help chat through your vision for your shoot!

View our wedding portfolio here. Visit our website homepage here.
Reserve your date with Sister City Photography here.

xoxoxo,
Daniela

City Hall in style

M + D’s Boston City Hall elopement

A City Hall wedding, but this time, with style.

Congrats to these two babes on their wedding and on doing it their way - in a purple dress, leather jackets, bookstore, coffee shop, and traveling by subway (love it).

Definitely the best looking babes on the train that morning.

Ok, if you know Boston, you know our City Hall is… well… iconically ugly. But we made it look gooooood.

After their tilldeathdousparts they grabbed a coffee, shopped a bookstore and wandered the city.

We love when our couples want to take photos in places or in poses that are characteristically them.

We love love love City Hall elopements and we love love love Boston city shoots.

This one was one for the books (or blog, rather)! We love a non traditional dress, a city stroll, and some moody, creative photos…

Congratulations, M + D.

We love small ceremonies, micro weddings, intimate elopements, neighborhood parties, family gatherings and all thing LOVE. We still have dates (yes, including Saturdays!) and DEALS available in Summer and Fall 2024! Get in touch and help us fill out calendar, and you’ll receive the best rates this year.

Photography by Sister City Photography

The landlord’s daughter… Dorchester love story and backyard wedding

S + P’s love story began

when he moved into her mom’s rental property in the famed Boston neighborhood. She lived a floor away, they met, sparks flew… as it goes, he fell in love with the landlord’s daughter…

Years later, they had their First Look outside the very same apartment door he walked into (and moved into) and changed his life and love forever. We took their photos on the same street corner where they had their first kiss (below!)

Oh, I am a sucker for sweet sentimentality.

After a heartfelt first look outside the couple’s apartment, we wandered a few streets over to the sweetest backyard ceremony at the bride’s best friend’s home around the block in Dorchester.

The bride’s parents were also married at her mom’s best friends home in Dorchester. * queue sentimental happy tears *

After a relaxed cocktail hour, some champagne bottles popped and lots of hugs, the evening moved into a cozy string-light-lit dinner at a long communal table, with family-style take-out from a local favorite restaurant.

Speeches, more happy tears, and dancing closed out the evening, along with a cake made by the groom’s parents that included their cake topper from their wedding back in the day - did I mention how thoughtful and sentimental this entire experience was? Sweetness surrounds these two.

Most certainly a night to remember.

We adore you, S + P!

I love small ceremonies, micro weddings, intimate elopements, neighborhood parties, family gatherings and all thing LOVE. We still have dates (yes, including Saturdays!) and DEALS available in Summer and Fall 2024! Get in touch and help us fill out calendar, and you’ll receive the best rates this year.

Photography by Daniela, Sister City Photography

xoxoxo

Make your dating profile photoshoot fun, easy and NOT awkward

Yes, it’s possible!

We hear this story all the time. You neeeeed new photos of yourself, but hate to have your picture taken. WE GET IT.

As a former un-photogenic camera-phobe (hence why I took up being behind the camera) I insist that getting your photo taken doesn’t need to be intimidating. All you need is a great photographer and comfortable setting to ensure a great shoot that feels true to you.

We are experts at helping singles of all ages and all genders update their dating profile photos.

We know how to deliver an experience that is approachable and relaxed, and leave you with fresh, fun photos that ultimately portray the best essences of you.

Sister City Photography has worked with individuals of all ages from Boston to Orlando to Los Angeles, making great portraits and helping them find their best poses, outfits, and angles.

We are continually contracted by several high-end boutique matchmaking services, and understand some shoots require an NDA or privacy concerns.

We operate with the upmost professionalism, and are happy to work with you if you’d like to keep your images private.

Here are some tips to assure a successful shoot:

• Relax, don’t overbook yourself on the day of the session.

• Try on all your outfits beforehand, ask friends, colleagues or your pro matchmaker for advice. Take phone photos of yourself in each outfit to get another perspective. In need of styling help? We do that, too!

• Be in your element. Do you love to be outdoors? Take your photos in a park. Do you love books? Let’s shoot in a bookstore.

• We believe in quality and quantity. Variety is key. Change up your look by bringing an extra jacket or scarf to throw on for a few photos. Change your hairstyle for a few shots. Take some pictures with glasses, some without. A few subtle changes can help your photos, when presented on your profile, have some variety to them and look less “posed.”

• Practice! The more often you pose for photos, the easier it gets. Having updated photos of yourself adds to the legitimacy of your profile, too.

“I didn’t expect to like a single photo of myself. But in fact, I couldn’t choose a favorite out of the 100 in my final gallery.”

Gary, client in Boston, MA

Posing tips:

• Stand for most of your photos. If you sit, be sure your outfit looks okay when sitting, and don’t forget to pay attention to your posture!

• Don’t face the camera straight on. Rather, place one foot in front of the other and angle your hips slightly for a thinning effect.

• Walking, or even a slight sway from side to side, adds lively movement to your pose.

• Try a few photos looking over your shoulder. Cross your arms or have them at your sides - avoid arms protruding towards the camera.

• Props can be SO helpful, and help display your essence. Bring a book, get a coffee from a cafe, bring your pet, carry an accessory like a purse or your laptop to show off how you’d look in real life.

• If you have multiple outfits, don’t wear your favorite first. It sometimes takes clients a few minutes to settle into the shoot and you may feel your best later in the session - save the best for last (or second, at least!)

Get inspired by viewing our portrait portfolio.

Sister City Photography has worked with hundreds of clients, companies, and brands. We have been in business for 13 years and are the top rated photographer in the Boston area.

View our portrait portfolio

Don’t let fear of the camera keep you away from unlocking your full potential and best life. We get it, and we are here to help you along this exciting journey. Let’s find your best light together! Send us an inquiry below, or email us to chat about your vision.

Matchmakers and dating services - we have relationships with the USA’s best boutique dating services. We would love to work with you, too! Send us a note.

xoxoxo,
Daniela and the Sister City Photography team

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We can’t wait to meet you!

Sister City Photography

Stylish South End & City Hall Elopement | Boston

Ersi & Thilo at Boston City Hall

Looking sweet and stylish in Back Bay and the South End… these two were married at Boston City Hall and sure made that place look goooood.

Retracing the couples’ typical commute (cute), we took the T to State Street from Back Bay, taking photos along the way.

Big hugs, and big love to these cuties.

We love city shoots, small elopements and civil ceremonies - what fun to adventure around Boston with your love.

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