Candid and documentary photography for nostalgic souls
Boston based documentary photographer capturing weddings, elopements, and portraits with intention, emotion, and a candid eye.
I grew up just outside of Boston, and from a young age, I found so much joy in exploring New England with a camera in hand. These days, that same sense of curiosity and connection fuels my work as I travel across the region documenting love stories for laid-back, creative couples who value candid moments and real emotion.
Meet
Rachael Shek
I'm so happy you're here! Let's start this journey together, capturing the heartfelt and joyful moments of your special day. Based in Boston and available for travel, I'm excited to document your unique love story with genuine emotion and warmth. Whether it's the laughter shared, the tears of joy, or the quiet, tender moments in between, my goal is to create timeless images that reflect the true essence of your love. Together, we'll craft a collection of memories that you'll cherish forever.
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GLIMPSES OF LOVE
"A thing that you see in my pictures is that I was not afraid to fall in love with these people."
Annie Leibovitz
honored to be seen in:
- victoria, 2025 bride
Rachael was absolutely amazing throughout both our engagement shoot and wedding day! She was so easy to work with and made us feel completely at ease which showed in our pictures. She captured our special day better than I could have even imagined.
"Her way of making you feel comfortable and beautiful in front of the camera is unmatched."
"Since the beginning, when we first connected with her, Rachael has been nothing but kind and accommodating, and even a friend."
- esther, 2024 bride
Rachael was in constant contact with us leading up to the wedding, working with us to iron out the details of a schedule for the big day to help everything run smoothly, and smoothly did it run!
- Timeless, naturally edited photos that capture real moments—images that stay beautiful and meaningful over time.
- Genuine emotions and candid memories that reveal the heart of the day, favoring those joyful, unposed moments over stiff, scripted ones.
- A relaxed, easygoing experience where they can focus on the celebration, not a rigid photo schedule.
- Family and friends are everything, so they love candid shots filled with the love, laughter, and happiness of their guests.
- Nostalgic, tangible keepsakes like film photos, Polaroids, and albums to bring back those cherished memories for years to come.
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WHAT MY CLIENTS VALUE
"In all the world, there is no heart for me like yours. In all the world, there is no love for you like mine." Maya Angelou
LOVE
STORIES
What excites me the most is how unique each wedding is and how couples choose to display their individuality. The details in the weddings, the people who make it truly theirs, and the connections formed along the way are incredibly special. The happy and uplifting emotions, and the way you can be moved by people you don't even know, make each celebration unforgettable.
Weddings
& STORIES ON FILM / DIGITAL
Creating candid & documentary images
that stand the test of time.
my mantra and vision
- victoria, 2025 bride
Rachael was so easy to work with and made us feel completely at ease which showed in our pictures. She captured our special day better than I could have even imagined.
Since the beginning, when we first connected with her, Rachael has been nothing but kind & accommodating, and even a friend.
TRAVEL SCHEDULE
Based in Boston year-round, I'm always willing to travel anywhere to capture your special day. Destination weddings offer such creative backdrops and provide another way for a couple to express who they are. I love exploring and traveling, and I’m excited to bring that passion to documenting your unique love story.
Los Angeles, CA
August 2025
Cape Cod, MA
June 2025
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