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Bride and groom embracing each other on their wedding day, holding a beautiful wedding bouquet, Photographed by North Shore, Massachusetts wedding photographer Marcela Plosker

To engaged couples out there, I have great news: A stress-free wedding day is possible!  Whether you’re in the beginning or final stages of wedding planning, I have some tips for you so you can enjoy your special day to the fullest. Here are my essential wedding planning tips and tricks for a perfect, stress-free […]

Marcela Plosker photographing a wedding couple in North Shore, Massachusetts

When I started out with photography, one of the trickiest questions I struggled with was: what should a wedding photographer wear? I needed to figure out how to dress up a bit, but still wear an outfit that allowed me to move around easily and blend in. These would be long days, and I needed […]

a bride taps her groom on the shoulder as he anticipates their first look while standing inside a stately room in Boston, Massachusetts

What even is a first look? I get asked this question often. A First Look is when the couple getting married sees each other for the first time alone, before the wedding, with just their photographer and/or videographer capturing the moment. I know this might seem like it breaks a sacred tradition, violates a taboo, […]

an areal view of a bride and groom holding hands and facing each other during their wedding ceremony in North Shore, Massachusetts

New England weather seems to include the possibility of rainy weather for most of the year. As a wedding photographer based in Boston, I’ve seen my fair share of rainy wedding days. I often have worried clients call me to ask how they can best prepare for a rainy wedding day. The good news is […]

Boston baby shower maternity north shore wedding photographer

Colette’s sister planned an absolutely amazing baby shower for Colette and her husband, Mike, at The Commons 1854. Guests were greeted by a beautiful, hand-lettered sign illustrated by the mama-to-be’s dear friend, Melsys. A graceful balloon arch accented by flowers, elegant floral garlands, and additional illustrations by Melsys completed the picturesque scene designed to welcome […]

I understand how meaningful photographs become because I didn’t grow up with many of my own after moving from Uruguay to Massachusetts as a child. It’s part of why I’m drawn to preserving memories.

As a Massachusetts wedding photographer, I approach each celebration with a calm presence and a thoughtful eye.  Knowing when to gently guide and when to step back. Anticipating moments rather than forcing them. Paying attention not only to the details of the day, but to the people and relationships that make it meaningful.