Business Details
Your Unique Wedding Story Captured with Authenticity
Rachel Abell Photography is a Boston and New England-based wedding photography service dedicated to capturing the authentic essence of each couple's special day. With a documentary-style approach, the business prioritizes candid, emotionally resonant moments that reflect the unique personalities and love shared by couples. The founder, Rachel Abell, brings a background in television news to her work, leveraging organizational skills and adaptability to ensure seamless, stress-free experiences. Her commitment to natural storytelling is complemented by a warm, client-focused philosophy that emphasizes comfort, humor, and genuine connection.The teams expertise extends to destination weddings, with coverage available nationwide and internationally, supported by a network of trusted colleagues and a second photographer for every event. Rachels personalized process includes engagement shoots, curated timelines, and hand-edited albums, all designed to preserve the spontaneity and joy of weddings. The businesss reputation is built on testimonials highlighting its ability to ease camera shyness, capture intimate details, and deliver timeless imagery that resonates deeply with clients.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Shoots
Destination Weddings
Second Photographer
Wedding Albums
Family Formal Shots
Candid Portraits
Timeline Planning
Photo Editing
Consultations
Highlights and features
- We specialize in documentary-style photography that captures unscripted, emotional moments.
- Our team includes a second photographer for every wedding to ensure comprehensive coverage.
- We offer personalized consultations and flexible payment plans tailored to client needs.
- We have extensive experience photographing destination weddings nationwide and internationally.
- Our process prioritizes client comfort, with techniques to ease camera shyness and awkwardness.
What people say
Candid and authentic
Made us feel comfortable
Capture raw emotions
Stress-free experience
Timeless memories
Services
Wedding Photography
Documentary-style wedding photography capturing candid, emotionally authentic moments. Tailored to couples seeking natural storytelling, this service emphasizes unscripted interactions and the unique dynamics of each relationship. The process includes pre-wedding consultations, timeline planning, and hand-edited albums to preserve memories that resonate deeply with clients.
Engagement Shoots
Pre-wedding photo sessions designed to build comfort and connection before the big day. These shoots help couples acclimate to being photographed while creating cherished keepsakes. Sessions focus on natural interactions, providing an opportunity to refine posing preferences and establish rapport with the photographer.
Destination Weddings
Full-service photography for weddings held outside Boston and New England. Includes travel logistics coordination, local venue expertise, and adaptable shooting styles to accommodate diverse settings. The team ensures seamless execution regardless of location, with additional support for extended coverage needs.
Second Photographer
Comprehensive documentation through a second photographer for every event. This ensures multiple perspectives, capturing simultaneous moments and details that might otherwise be missed. The second shooter works in tandem with the lead photographer to provide a holistic narrative of the wedding day.
Wedding Albums
Custom-designed albums featuring hand-edited, high-resolution images. Albums are crafted to tell the story of the wedding day in a tactile, enduring format. Clients receive guidance on layout and design choices, with options for premium materials and personalized embellishments.
People
Rachel Abell
Lead Photographer
Rachel Abell is a Boston-based wedding photographer with over six years of experience. Her documentary-style approach captures candid moments, blending humor and professionalism. A former television news anchor, she brings organizational expertise to her work, ensuring stress-free experiences for clients.
Raul
Second Photographer
Raul, Rachels husband, is a skilled second photographer who adds warmth and versatility to the team. His ability to engage guests and capture dynamic moments complements Rachels style, ensuring comprehensive coverage of every event.
Questions
What is your photography style?
My documentary-style approach focuses on candid, unscripted moments that reflect your unique relationship and emotions.
Do you offer destination wedding coverage?
Yes, I photograph weddings nationwide and internationally, with clients covering travel costs for locations outside New England.
How many photos will we receive?
Typically 75-100 edited images per hour of coverage, delivered within six weeks during peak season.
Can we request specific poses?
While I prioritize natural moments, I accommodate key poses you wish to include in your gallery.
Do you include a second photographer?
Yes, every wedding includes a second shooter to ensure comprehensive coverage from multiple angles.
What happens if you're unavailable on our date?
I maintain a network of trusted colleagues who can step in to ensure your day is still documented seamlessly.
