Giovanni The Photographer, Videographer, and Studio Rental
Wedding Photographer & Videographer, Headshots, Photo Booth Rentals | Creative. Modern. Stunning.
Why Should I pick Giovanni The Photographer as my Wedding Photographer?
For over a decade, I have passionately captured the warmest moments in brides and grooms lives through creative wedding photography in New England. It’s my pleasure to be with you on your wedding day. My artistic and creative touch will enhance the best day of your life. I want to blow you away with every photo I take at your wedding. I wish you could see and feel what I do from behind my camera.
I feel incredibly fortunate to witness fairy tales coming to life. When I capture the moment your eyes meet your fiancé's as you walk down the aisle, the love and joy on your face bring tears to my eyes. It's a moment that takes my breath away, and there's something truly enchanting about witnessing two people in love.
As a wedding photographer, I feel honored to document the happiest day of your life. To think that out of billions of people in the world, the two of you have chosen to spend the rest of your lives together is nothing short of magical.
Picking your photographer
To create truly stunning and expressive wedding photography, I believe it's essential to start by getting to know you as a couple. This includes learning about how you met, how long you've been together, and what your passions are. These details might not seem directly related to wedding photography, but they are instrumental. Anyone can pick up a camera and snap a picture but it’s the passion behind my lens which allows me to showcase your unique beauty and love in all of my work.
Your wedding is a reflection of who you are as a couple, from your dress to your flowers and beyond. By taking the time to get to know you, I can ensure that every photo tells your story and highlights the charm of your unique journey together.
To start the process, I typically begin with a phone call or Zoom meeting. During this time, we'll discuss your vision for your wedding photography and look at examples of my past work.
Over the years, I've had the pleasure of working with couples from a wide range of cultural and religious backgrounds. From intimate gatherings to extravagant celebrations with over 500 guests, I've learned that building a strong personal connection with each couple is the key to successfully working together.
Once we have decided that we are a good fit, the fun begins! I strongly encourage all of my couples to schedule an engagement session before the big day. The session allows you to understand my process and photography techniques.
During the engagement session, I'll guide you through various poses and provide helpful tips to ensure that you look and feel your absolute best on your wedding day. This time together is invaluable in building trust and rapport, which translates into beautiful, natural-looking photos on your wedding day.
I believe that every couple deserves to have stunning, personalized wedding photography that truly reflects their love story. By investing in a relationship with you and taking the time to understand your unique vision, I am confident that we can create beautiful, timeless images that you'll treasure for a lifetime.
Engagement session in the Boston Public Garden
The “almost kiss”
Tips & tricks you will learn during your engagement session
The right angles and poses can make all the difference in creating stunning and captivating images. Symmetrical poses can sometimes feel static and uninteresting whereas an asymmetrical pose adds depth and dimension to the photograph and is far more pleasing to the eye. I'll teach you how to make these poses look effortless and natural, so you feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera.
In addition, I like to use a technique called "turtling," where you slightly stick your neck out to eliminate the appearance of a double chin or wrinkles under your neck. This creates a more flattering and youthful appearance in your photos. This may be awkward for some at first, but when you see the difference in your photographs you will be thrilled to have mastered this technique before your wedding day.
Another technique that I love to use is the "almost kiss" pose, which creates the illusion of a kiss while still being able to see your faces. This pose is far more visually appealing than a full-on kiss, and I'll show you how to nail it so that it looks effortless and romantic.
I have found that doing an engagement shoot helps you immensely by reducing the stress on your big day. Can you imagine walking through all of these instructions and techniques for the first time on your wedding day? Trust me, it can be done, but practice makes perfect. It’s much more relaxing and enjoyable to have had the opportunity to practice beforehand.
The engagement session provides you with a sense of security, knowing that you have chosen the right wedding photographer to capture your special day. However, if you decide not to have an engagement session, don't worry. I will provide physical directions or have my assistant perform the pose. Either way, you can trust that I will capture incredible warm moments!
On the day of the engagement shoot
To ensure that your engagement photos come out beautifully, I visit the location of the shoot prior to the day of the photoshoot. I take a walk around to scout the best spots that speak to both of us. Everything from the landscaping to the architecture is taken into consideration, as well as the time of day, which affects the position of the sun and the shadows it creates. By paying attention to these details, I can create stunning images that truly capture the magic of the moment. The personal connection that we established during our initial meeting also helps me to understand your vision and bring it to life in every shot.
On your wedding day
I will make every effort to ensure that your entire experience is amazing. Prior to your wedding day, we will go over all the vital details and create a wedding day timeline that ensures everything runs smoothly.
Before the wedding, I will canvas the venue for the best indoor and outdoor locations for your wedding photos. This way, we can maximize our time on the big day.
My goal is to create a stress-free, enjoyable experience for you, so that you can simply relax and enjoy the day knowing that I've got everything covered.
Then the fun and excitement begins! My assistant and I check in with the two of you and collect your items for your detail shots. Typically, your detail shots would include your wedding gown, engagement ring, wedding bands and accessories such as jewelry, veil, watch, shoes, etc. Whether it is rustic touches, bold designs, or vintage pieces, I will be sure to capture the subtle wedding details that you spent months planning.
After the detail shots, I will capture you getting her hair and make up done. It’s these detail shots that make your wedding album complete and bring you back to that exact moment when you flip through the first few pages.
This is usually followed by some shots of your fiancé getting ready with his best man or father helping him with his tie, cufflinks, and jacket. Once these photographs are taken, I typically capture any shots of the groomsmen that have been requested by you and laid out in your custom wedding day timeline.
Understandably everything can’t always be planned down to the exact minute, but I find that by assuming the role of the timeline keeper, I can help keep this process moving progressively. This especially helps minimize the stress for the two of you. The day is about you, and my job is to capture as many amazing photos as possible. After capturing the groom and groomsmen’s photos, I head back to the bridal suite.
As the bridal party gets ready, I will capture candid and posed shots of the bridesmaids. Some brides like to do matching robe shots with their bridal party prior to getting dressed, while others exchange gifts with their bridesmaids, write letters to each other, or simply spend some quality time together before the ceremony. These moments create lasting memories that the bride and her bridesmaids will cherish for years to come.
The bridal party photos are typically followed by the bride preparation shots. These include photographs of you getting dressed, your mother or maid of honor helping you put on jewelry, shoes, and zipping or buttoning the back of your wedding gown.
Once the bridal party and bride preparation shots are taken, I move onto photos of you and your bridal party in a variety of group, candid, and individual shots.
These photographs are a great way to capture the anticipation and excitement of the wedding day.
Your wedding day timeline is carefully crafted to include all the special moments that matter most to you. Together, we will create a wedding day timeline that ensures you have enough time to enjoy every moment while still capturing all the memories you will cherish for a lifetime.
First Look (click here for gallery)
Typically, the first look comes next. The first look is when the groom sees the bride in her wedding dress for the first time. To capture this intimate moment, the groom stands at a designated spot and the bride approaches him from behind, taps him on the shoulder, and he turns around to see her. It is truly heartwarming to see the groom’s reaction every single time.
Wedding Ceremonies (click here for gallery)
As we move to the wedding ceremony, I ensure that all key moments are captured beautifully. As the flower girl walks down the aisle, I capture the precious innocence on her face. As the bridal party and groomsmen line up, I make sure to take group photos, highlighting their unique personalities and styles.
The most emotional moment of the ceremony is when the bride is escorted down the aisle by her father. This is one of my favorite moments to capture, as the look of joy and pride on the father’s face is priceless. The exchange of vows, rings, the first kiss, and the newlyweds walking down the aisle are all important moments that I make sure to document.
Throughout the ceremony, I am always mindful of the wedding guests, capturing their emotions and reactions. The tears of joy, the laughter, and the overwhelming sense of happiness are all memories that you will cherish forever.
Newlyweds exiting the wedding ceremony
Family & Friends Formal (click here for gallery)
After the wedding ceremony, we will try to capture all the group shots with family and friends. Prior to the wedding day, I will ask you to compile a list of must have photos with your loved ones.
After we have captured the photos of the bride and groom with their bridesmaids, groomsmen, family and friends, we will head over to the wedding reception. This is where the real party begins! The reception is a celebration of the newlyweds and their union. It's a time for friends and family to eat, drink, and dance together.
During the reception, I'll capture the bridal party making their grand entrance, followed by the newlyweds' first entrance. I'll be there to capture the beautiful moments of your first dance and the excitement on your faces as you cut your wedding cake.
Throughout the night, I'll be capturing candid shots of your guests as they dance, mingle and celebrate with you. These lively photos will be a treasured reminder of the love and joy that filled the room on your special day.
During the wedding reception, I will take the bride and groom outside for a couple sneak out session. This is a special time for the newlyweds to take a break from the festivities and capture some intimate moments together. We will go to the most amazing spots at your wedding venue or local area and capture romantic breathtaking photos.
These editorial style wedding photos are bold and moody which make great fine art pieces.
Love is a beautiful journey filled with unforgettable moments! It is my honor to capture every step of that journey, from the proposal to the wedding day. I cherish the opportunity to document your unique love story, creating special memories that you can reminisce about for a thousand forevers. <3
I am committed to providing exceptional customer service and will work tirelessly to ensure that you are completely satisfied with my services.