I'm typing this from my new dining room...because we moved!
There are boxes and bags and piles of stuff everywhere. There's art that needs to be hung, and honestly, a lot of things are going to go straight into storage for now.
This is the first really peaceful morning I've had in a while to sit down and focus on my own work.
A couple short weeks ago, I had just finished prepping our basement as a preschool/playroom/home learning space when we got a call that our landlord was planning to sell our condo. It felt like our world got completely turned upside-down, but thankfully, we found a new place very quickly! The Universe did us a huge favor and we were able to stay in the same complex, the same school district - actually, the only address change is our street number!
In the grand scheme of things, I feel very lucky. We have an amazing support system of family and friends, and we are safe and healthy.
When big changes happen, it puts a lot into perspective. This move meant taking a lot of emotion out of the equation in order to let go of some things we had stored away for a later time. It was stressful in the short term, but in the long run, this will be a great place for us and the kids. They’ll have space to run around safely outside and our new place will serve us better during this time of home learning, working at home, home pre-schooling, etc.
Since I essentially hit pause on my work a month ago to deal with all of this, I'm itching to get back to my work - to paint, and to dig into the fall photo season. I am still booking fall family photo sessions! I will be in Massachusetts this coming weekend, the 26th and 27th and have two morning openings. I will also be in Massachusetts October 10th and 11th with morning sessions available!
If you're looking to book a session, simply hit reply to this email, or message me at hello@shannon-sorensen.com. I can't wait to hear from you! The chilly weather this weekend has me ready for boots and sweaters! :)
Have a beautiful week!
Kiera + Nate's Blue Hills Country Club Wedding
Kiera and Nate were married in August last year at St. Mary of the Hills Church in Milton, Massachusetts, and their reception followed at Blue Hills Country Club. Every aspect of their day felt like a celebration, which is always the best kind of wedding to photograph! Everyone had fun, was happy, full of joy and support and love for the couple. It doesn't feel like work, I can simply be a part of the day and watch it unfold and photograph all those special moments, reactions, and emotions. And come on, a bride that does the worm? This crowd came ready to party.
Kristen + David :: Commander's Mansion Wedding, Watertown, Massachusetts
Fall is just the best. I may be biased because I'm an October baby, but there's just something so special and vibrant about the season. I love the crispness of the air, the gorgeous colors that erupt from the trees, and the rusticness of being outdoors when you have that smell of dry leaves and a neighbor having a fire in the fireplace.
Kristen and David were married in early November at the Commander's Mansion in Watertown, Massachusetts. It was my first time shooting there and I absolutely loved it. They opted for an indoor ceremony and reception, and the layout of the mansion allowed for it to feel like an intimate party, with guests floating room to room, having a little dance, grabbing a drink, chatting in the hall, playing games upstairs. There was always something going on, it never felt like people were just waiting around for the next thing to happen.
Another thing I loved was the available space for both Kristen and David to get ready upstairs with their friends. It just makes everything so much easier when you don't have to travel from one location to another. More time spent taking pictures = win-win for both me and the couple!
Here are highlights from the day - enjoy!
Newport Rhode Island Engagement in Winter
Katie + Mike's engagement session was so much fun. I love Newport, all the boats, nautical little shops. It's a place with so much character, especially in winter when it's not so crowded with tourists. We made our way all over the place and embraced the cold and snow. Having grown up in New England, I don't shy away from winter. I love it!
Venue: Proctor Mansion Inn, Wrentham, Massachusetts // Veil by Althea Nicole
Bridal Photography at Proctor Mansion Inn :: Wrentham, Massachusetts
These photographs were taken in November 2011 at the Proctor Mansion Inn in Wrentham, Massachusetts for Althea Tower's veil and bridal accessory line. We had a gorgeous fall day and I loved getting to play with the light that sparkled through the grandiose windows in each room. I could picture photographing an intimate, elegant wedding there - hopefully someday! There are dressing rooms upstairs, and several large rooms downstairs that would make for a cozy soiree.
Our model for the day was the lovely Liz of Flutter Letterpress. If you're in need of invitations, cards or anything letterpress, she's your girl. Her work is so wonderful. There's nothing like receiving a piece of her letterpressed cards in the mail.
