family & lifestyle

Photographing your family and preserving this season of life.

WHAT
TO EXPECT

I grew up just outside of Boston and have always been drawn to documenting real life: the messy, beautiful, ordinary moments that make each family completely unique. Today, that same love for honest storytelling is at the heart of my work as a wedding and portrait photographer.

My goal is to capture your family just as you are. Even with poses and prompts, I always aim to photograph families as authentically as I can. The way your child clings to your leg, the in-between giggles, the quiet cuddles, the chaos and the calm. Every family has its own rhythm, and I’m here to preserve that in a way that feels honest, meaningful, and true to you.

CLIENT LOVE

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Entrust in Rachael in your next wedding or any special event that involves being in front of her lens, because I have in SO many! As a fellow wedding photographer who has worked with Rachael countless times, there’s a reason for that! Whenever a couple is in the search for another talented photographer to add on to their wedding, she is always the first one that comes to mind. The best part of including an entrusted partner is simply TRUST. When including Rachael to my team, I can depend on her knowledge, proactiveness, and willingness to get the shot and do it with so much passion. For anyone reading this, having experienced and kind wedding vendors are a MUST and Rachael surpasses that!

Natasha Yeung

Entrust in Rachael in your next wedding or any special event that involves being in front of her lens, because I have in SO many! As a fellow wedding photographer who has worked with Rachael countless times, there’s a reason for that! Whenever a couple is in the search for another talented photographer to add on to their wedding, she is always the first one that comes to mind. The best part of including an entrusted partner is simply TRUST. When including Rachael to my team, I can depend on her knowledge, proactiveness, and willingness to get the shot and do it with so much passion. For anyone reading this, having experienced and kind wedding vendors are a MUST and Rachael surpasses that!

Natasha Yeung

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It was such a pleasure having Rachael as our photographer. She is very professional, communicative, and shows so much enthusiasm and friendliness, rain or shine! You can trust Rachael to do an amazing job photographing for any special event (engagements, weddings, cultural wedding ceremonies, etc) - you won't regret it! Her editing style is bright, warm, and timeless. My husband and I are still obsessed with how our photos came out!

Tiffany & Alan

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It was such a pleasure having Rachael as our photographer. She is very professional, communicative, and shows so much enthusiasm and friendliness, rain or shine! You can trust Rachael to do an amazing job photographing for any special event (engagements, weddings, cultural wedding ceremonies, etc) - you won't regret it! Her editing style is bright, warm, and timeless. My husband and I are still obsessed with how our photos came out!

Tiffany & Alan

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WOW, WOW, WOW. WHERE DO I EVEN START?!?! Rachael is absolutely amazing at what she does, and a saint to work with! Since the beginning, when we first connected with her, Rachael has been nothing but kind and accommodating, and even a friend. The vibes we got from working with her were immaculate, and we loved how easy it was to collaborate with her! 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! We can't recommend working with Rachael enough!

Esther & Will

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WOW, WOW, WOW. WHERE DO I EVEN START?!?! Rachael is absolutely amazing at what she does, and a saint to work with! Since the beginning, when we first connected with her, Rachael has been nothing but kind and accommodating, and even a friend. The vibes we got from working with her were immaculate, and we loved how easy it was to collaborate with her! 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! We can't recommend working with Rachael enough!

Esther & Will

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boston

investment starting at $800

all collections include:

Up to 1.5 Hours of Coverage
100-150 Hand Edited Photos
1 Year Online Gallery for Viewing and Printing
Free High-Resolution Photos for Download
Up to 2 Locations of Choice (Within 15 Minutes From Each Other)
Unrestricted Printing Rights
Previews Within 7 Days, Full Gallery In 4-6 Weeks

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new england

investment starting at $1200

all collections include:

Up to 1.5 Hours of Coverage
100-150 Hand Edited Photos
1 Year Online Gallery for Viewing and Printing
Free High-Resolution Photos for Download
Up to 2 Locations of Choice (Within 15 Minutes From Each Other)
Unrestricted Printing Rights
Previews Within 7 Days, Full Gallery In 4-6 Weeks

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additional offerings

film photography

Let's talk about it: FILM. Film is a medium that I am awe struck by. I will never get over the science and magic behind capturing light on this this piece of plastic coated in gelatin. Does it fully make sense to me? No. Am I totally in love with it? Yes. That being said, film is an investment (worth it), but I leave it as an option for couples to add onto their sessions. I can fully capture your essence as a couple on digital, but film adds a layer of magic that can't be replicated in my opinion.

+ $600 (4-6 rolls of 35mm and 120mm film)

based in boston but always willing to travel...

Please inquire for detailed collections and a custom quote

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For more details on collections and to find out more about a custom collection, please contact us. 

FREQUENT QUESTIONS

can we bring our pets?

Can we do the session at our home?

Can we include grandparents or extended family?

How Do I Book A Date?

Yes! I love when pets join the session, they're part of the family too. Just be sure to bring a leash, some treats, and maybe a favorite toy to help keep their attention.

can we bring our pets?

Can we do the session at our home?

Can we include grandparents or extended family?

How Do I Book A Date?

Absolutely. In-home sessions are a beautiful way to capture your family in a space that feels personal and comfortable. We'll work with the natural light and use the spaces you love most.

can we bring our pets?

Can we do the session at our home?

Can we include grandparents or extended family?

How Do I Book A Date?

Yes, you're welcome to bring up to two additional family members outside of your immediate family at no extra cost. Beyond that, there is a small fee per person to ensure we allow for enough time and care to photograph everyone well.

can we bring our pets?

Can we do the session at our home?

Can we include grandparents or extended family?

How Do I Book A Date?

I can only reserve a date after receiving a signed contract and the 50% booking retainer. As most couples tend to have their wedding on a Saturday, these are the days that book out the quickest.

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rachael shek is a boston based wedding photographer capturing weddings, elopements, couples, and more with a documentary approach throughout massachusetts and worldwide.