A WINTER HILL AND BOW MARKET ENGAGEMENT SESSION

One of my favorite things to encourage couples to do during their engagement session is to incorporate elements of their real life—places they love, routines they enjoy, and little pieces of their story that make their relationship uniquely theirs. Mike and Aria’s session was a perfect example of this!

We started the morning just a stone throw away from their apartment in Somerville at Winter Hill Brewing Co., a cozy neighborhood spot where they spend many Thursday nights playing trivia and sharing a beer. Since our shoot began bright and early, we traded the usual pints for something a little more morning-friendly—coffee for Aria and a fresh OJ for Mike (which felt very on-brand for him! lol).

After that, we headed over to Bow Market, a charming outdoor plaza tucked in the heart of Somerville, filled with some of the best local food, craft beer, and eclectic small shops. It's the kind of place that perfectly reflects Mike and Aria’s easygoing, fun-loving vibe. We wandered through the alleyways, snapped photos in front of colorful murals, and soaked in the quiet buzz of the market just beginning to wake up.

Sessions like this are always so special—not just because of the beautiful backdrops, but because they capture couples in their element, doing things that feel familiar and meaningful. It was such a joy to document a little slice of everyday life for Mike and Aria, and I can’t express how pumped I am for their big day!!