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NEW BLOG.... YIPPIE!!!!!

2009-07-09T09:41:00.002-04:00

Out with the old and in with the new... New Blog that is! Yippie!!!! We have been working hard on launching our brand spanking new blog to match our new website. We have been so busy designing our newest creation, that we have neglected posting on this blog.... but The Feds are back! And the new blog will have all kinds of fun posts and updates. We'll take it slow, and not post everything at once, yikes that would be overload. We are so excited for our new blog, please comment and let us know what you think. There may still be some bugs here and there, let us know about any you find, so we can fix them! Please update your RSS feeds for the new blog, as this one is officially in the archives. We will keep it up to reminds us of where we have been. And this is where we are going.... With no further a do.... CLICK HERE TO SEE THE NEWEST CREATION FROM THE FEDS!!!!!!

SPREAD THE WORD.... HTTP://WWW.THEFEDSSTUDIO.COM/BLOG

New Blog on it's way

2009-07-04T10:48:00.002-04:00

New blog(YEPPIE!) and lots of post are coming very very soon. Make sure you read our next post with the url and you take the time to update it in your reader or you will miss out on what's happening with The Feds and the past few months of Shoots.

This is long over due. We have been using Blogger for about 4 years now and then the business was just James Federico Photography hence the address of the blog. We have grown and it is about time to move on. We will keep the blog online to look back and remember where we started and share the past with everyone. The new blog have many features we can use to make everyone's experience better.

If you want a sneak peak as we do some tweaks, email us and we will send the link.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY BABY!!!!!

2009-07-01T20:36:00.002-04:00

Sorry to all our followers, this one's just for James. Today we celebrate our 5th year married, jeez can you believe it's been 5 years already??? I remember looking at rings together in college and saying that someday we would marry. And when I was only 15, I knew how much I was just head over heels for you, but I never thought I would be sneaking out at night with my future husband, what girl thinks about that stuff in highschool? And after 13 years together and 3 daughters, I still get those butterflies that I had when you would kiss me good night on those first few dates. I love you even more now than ever... if that's possible. I guess just growing up and experiencing life together, fun times, tough times, fights, parties, kids, careers, morning coffee and late night giggles, has made me appreciate and love you more. The husband and father you have been has made me the luckiest girl ever, as cheesy as that sounds. Today is special just for us and in 20 more years, we will still be giggling, fighting, having morning coffee, and loving the family and couple we are.

Love You Baby!!!!!

The Feds Established on July 2nd, 2004

All We Are....

2009-05-18T20:11:00.000-04:00

YIKES!!!!!

2009-05-11T12:21:00.003-04:00

YIKES!!!! Has it really been that long since our last post??? Our apologies, it's not that we live dull boring lives and have nothing to blog about.... it's just that we have been SUPER busy with weddings, events, and life in general. Ok, I'll give us a big kick in the buttocks and get posting on the many things that have been going on since March (ouch!) Some posts to come are, Photographer's Luncheon, Erin & Jeff's Love Shoot, Bill & Trish's Wedding, a New Reveal, an update on Baby Fed and much,much more!!!!!!

XoXo,

The Feds

Boston Wedding Photographers

Linda and Tim's Winter Wedding Bliss

2009-03-30T10:50:00.008-04:00

On a sunny day in February we were invited to photograph Linda and Tim's wedding. Linda was so cute as she nervously got ready for her big day. All the girls gossiped and enjoyed a morning brunch as the clock ticked closer to the "I do's" After Linda was all glammed up, we ventured out in the freezing weather to get a few rockin' shots of her. I have to giggle as Linda's dad was a little concerned about us taking shots next to the old shed in the pool area... he said he would have cleaned up a little out there. But no worries, the photos were awesome! And Linda was cozy in her Uggs. The ceremony and reception took place at Lakeview Pavillion (a venue after my own heart). Wintery whites draped through out and golden dimmed chandliers set the mood. There wasn't a dry eye as Linda and Tim exchanged very personal vows. Even little Shane had his part in the wedding. (Linda's cutie son) The reception was unlike any I have seen before.... Linda and Tim's guests know how to have a good time! Rockin out to the 80's was my favorite part, I think we got the best pics then. And Dan, Tim's best man sang a little tribute at the close of the night which he finished off by dancing around Tim in a chair... classic! And a special shout out to the dancing queen of the night, Michelle Birollini of Trends and Traditions, you did a fabulous job! If I had to some up Linda and Tim's wedding, I would say, glamorously fun!

Congrats Linda and Tim!

The proofs will be available at the link below.

http://thefedsstudio.instaproofs.com/enterEvent.php?id=110527

XoXo,

The Feds Studio
Glamoursly Fun Boston Wedding Photographers ;)

Navy Bridal Party

2009-03-13T20:55:00.002-04:00

Navy is the new brown for the season... anything goes with it! Here's a little spread of what your wedding party could wear to coordinate with your navy theme. Just a little help for our brides out there. (P.S. I Love this look and totally would do this if I could do it over again)

XoXo,

The Feds

Fashionable Wedding Photographers :)

Navy Bridal Party - by K-Fed on Polyvore.com

Yellow,Yellow Kiss A Fellow

2009-03-12T19:38:00.003-04:00

Yellow is one of the top wedding trends for summer 2009. Ha! Who knew my mom was way ahead of her time with her yellow and white themed wedding in 76'. Yep, yellows of all hues are making a sunny debut this season. Below is an inspiration board I made up that is a whimsical spin on the bright color. Enjoy!

Yellow, Yellow Kiss A Fellow - by K-Fed on Polyvore.com

Brunch at the Levy's

2009-03-02T10:36:00.003-05:00

Sunday Kate and the girls headed over to Doug's House for his going away brunch as he is leaving for Spring Training in sunny Florida (to bad you need to shovel today). The girls had a great time playing with the Photobooth setup and hanging out with Mike and Kate's kids Emmie and Chase, Tony and Anna's kid Christina. They also had a good time with Doug, Shyla and Rob as you can see in some of the photos.

Thanks Doug

xoxo
The Feds
(James and Kate)

Boston Wedding Photographers

This is GREAT! Watch and Think.

2009-02-26T12:05:00.002-05:00

I was playing on Facebook when our friend Krista posted an Awesome video. This comedian is from Massachusetts and he hit the nail on the head. Watch the video and think about what he is saying... yup it's funny, but so true!

Enjoy!

XoXo,

The Feds Studio

Massachusetts Wedding Photographers

YOU KNOW YOU ARE FROM MASSACHUSETTS WHEN...

2009-02-16T18:53:00.004-05:00

Ok, so I was playing on Facebook and noticed the group "You know you are from Massachusetts when..." Despite wanting desperately to relocate to a warmer climate, I giggled and related to every single one of these. You can take the girl out of Boston, but never can you take the Boston out of the girl. My all time favorite is meeting "outsiders" and molding them into Bostonians, point in case, our friend Todd moved to MA from Arkansas.... that was entertaining! Or our fellow photographer friend Shyla, she caught on quick and refered to her Red Sox hat as her Boston hat. (giggle)! Enjoy and feel free to add your own you know you are from Massachusetts when... in our comment section.

XoXo,

The Feds

Massachusetts Wedding Photography

READ THESE THEY ARE ALL SO TRUE

1. You've pulled out of a side street and used your
car to block oncoming traffic so you can make a left

2. Stop signs mean slow down a little, but only of
you want to

3. You know how to cross four lanes of traffic in
five seconds

4. You believe using your turn signals gives away
your plan to the enemy

5. You think it's not actually tailgating unless
you're touching the bumper of the car in front of
you

6. You know that a yellow light means that at least
five more people can get through and a red one means
two more can

7. The transportation system is known as the "T"

8. You could own a small town in Iowa for the cost
of your house

9. You almost feel dissapointed when someone doesnt
flip you off when you cut them off or steal their
parking space

10. There are 24 Dunkin Donuts shops within 15
minutes of your house

11. When people talk about "The Curse Of The
Bambino" you just say remember that time the Red Sox made history by coming back from 3 games down against the Yankees and went on to win the world series???

12. You're amazed when traveling out of town that
people at McDonalds actually speak english

13. If you stay on the same road long enough it
eventually has three different names

14. Someone has honked at you because you didnt peel
out the second the light turned green

15. You have honked at someone because they didn't
peel out the second the light turned green

16. All the potholes just add to the excitement of
driving

17. You think if someones nice to you they either
want something or they are from out of town and lost

18. Six inches of snow is considered a dusting

19. Three days of 90 degree heat is definately a
"heat wave" 63 degrees is "on the warm side"

20. You cringe everytime you hear some actor/actress imitate the
"Boston Accent" on TV or in a movie, if you don't have it then
you're never going to get it even if you were born here

21. At the ice cream shop you call chocolate
sprinkles "jimmies"

22. You can go from one side of town to the other in
less than fifteen minutes and see at least fifteen
losers you went to high school with doing the same
thing they were doing when you saw them last

23. It is raining and/or snowing, the person in front of you is going 70, and you're still cursing them for going too slow

24. You know how to pronounce towns like Worcester, Haverhill, and
Cotuit

25. You know what they sell at a "packie"

26.You've called something "wicked pissa"

27. You've slammed on your brakes to deter a
tailgator

28. You still try to order curly fries from Burger
King

29. You keep an ice scraper in your car all year
round

30. You know at least three Tony's one Vinnie, and a
Frank

31. Paranoia sets in when you can't see an ATM or
CVS

32. You think crosswalks are for wimps

33. You've bragged about saving money at The
Christmas Tree Shop

34. You know what "regular coffee" is, and you order iced coffee in January

35. You can navigate a rotary without a problem

36. You have been to Fenway Park

37. You refer to the New York Yankees as the Evil Empire

38. You feel the rest of the world needs to drive
more like you

39. When someone calls you a "masshole" you take it
as a compliment

40. You use the words "wicked" and "good" in the
same sentence

41. You know what a frappe is

42. Saint Patrticks Day is your second favorite
holiday

43. You are proud to drink Sam Adams and think that
the rest of the country owes Bostonians a thank you

44. You never say "Cape Cod" you say "the cape"

45. You went to Old Sturbridge Village and Plymouth Plantation in
elementary school

46. You can drive to the mountains and the ocean all
in one day

47. You have a special place in your heart for the Worcester
Firefighters

48. You know the Mass Pike and 128 are some strange weather
dividing lines

49. You do not recognize the letter "R" as a part of the English language.

50. You've gone from I-95 South to I-93 North by driving in a straight line and never changing direction.

51. You understand everything just said and passed it on to other massholes

52. You know you're from Mass when you give directions that cite land marks that USED to be there...

You bang a left at the lights, and then you drive just past where the old farm was... the one that used to have the giant catepillar in front... and then you take a wicked sharp right to where the movie theater used to be...
(Manda Kate)

You know you're from Massachusetts when you honestly believe that crosswalks and Walk/Don't Walk signals are just polite suggestions.

Get It Off Workshop

2009-01-26T09:52:00.004-05:00

This past Saturday Doug Levy and I held the Get It Off workshop in Sharon Ma at Gallery in the Square.

The spots filled up fast and expectations were high so Doug and I had some long nights trying to come up with the simplest ways to explain some rules and limits of Flash photography without just bolt pointing them in power point. The room was small yes, but that didn't stop a group of 12 awesome photographers from connecting with each other and feeling a little more comfortable about flashing.

Here is a snap of me doing a simple demo on how curtain sync works and FP/High speed sync

Special thanks to Melissa Coe for sharing the following shots of us in action:

A little bit about angles of light and Short Light Broad Light. Demo with an Alien Bee modeling light

Doug modeling for some hard light examples

Thanks to everyone that came out and listened to us "talk show hosts" go back and forth for the day. We would also like to thank Michael Bossin, owner of the gallery for allowing access to the space and his tireless supporter of the local arts scene. And our awesome local sponsor Paul at LensProToGo, who donoated a free rental to one lucky Get It Offers (Meg Belanger)

Here is what some of the Get It Offers said about the workshop (got to love Twitter and Facebook for instant feed back).

"Get It Off was AWESOME - thanks so much!" Erin Chapman

"I definitely learned a lot and had fun too!" Nelly Soares

"I'm just grateful I got to get it of with James and Doug ;) (sorry Kate)!" Melissa Coe

"The workshop was great - thank you so much!" Jenn Sellon

"Thanks for the great workshop today. Look forward to keeping in touch." Mark Andy Higgins

xoxo
The Feds

Weekend Away In Snowy NH.

2009-01-22T19:12:00.004-05:00

This past weekend we took a break from the busy wedding stuff, i.e. leads, marketing, etc. and had some quality family time. And when I say family I mean 7 kids under the age of 13yrs. and 8 adults... yikes that's a lot good thing it's a big place. It was -10 degrees on the ride up to NH, I never thought my car temperature reader actually would show a negative. On day two it was -28 degrees without figuring in the windchill, yikes again. My mother in law suggested this was a good day to take the kids skiing (-28degrees) but surprisingly it didn't feel cold, trust me we were dressed for the weather. We spent the day on the bunny hill with both girls, it was Layla's second year skiing and Annabelle's first. They both loved the Lady Bug, a conveyor belt thing that brings the kids up a slight hill. Layla was cross country skiing by the end of the weekend and Annabelle was begging to go up the chair lift by Sunday (she can barely stand on skis yet) We had some adult time and played a little poker, FYI if you play poker with me then watch out for my poker face.... I tend to giggle, oohhhaaahhh and smile uncontrollably when I am dealt a good hand, it's pathetic. The last day was spent making giant snow ramps for the kids to fly off of at the end of a huge snow slide. It was some well needed fun in the snow! Here's a video of the girls at the lodge playing around after a long day of skiing.

Pug weclomes Anne Ruthmann

2009-01-14T10:17:00.002-05:00

Pizza, Soda and Anne Ruthman... is a fun PUG. We welcomed our first PUG with Anne has our new leader and she did a great job. :) After about an hour of mingling with lots of new faces, we moved up to a classroom at the CDIA in Waltham. Anne discussed the importance of calendar sharing, something only a few of us are doing right now. She went through how to set up a google calendar and after many questions, Anne closed up the night with some PUG announcements, and then a group of us went out to get some brownie sundaes and chocalate milk.... I know aren't we party animals at a bar at 11pm drinking chocalate milk ;) Some new comers to the PUG were Jeff Newcomb, Earl Christie, Karen from Kielka Brown, British Rob from Brown photographic and more. It was great to see a large outcome and I hope everyone returns next month so the "regulars" increases in size. Don't forget to see Anne at Mystic this weekend!

The room was hot and packed. Looks like Doug has some pizza :)

The group of us are always trouble in the back of the room. Here are two of the trouble makers Kate(from MKD) and Shyla

SURPRISE!

2009-01-02T08:44:00.008-05:00

We have been a little preoccupied this holiday season as we found out that baby number 3 is on it's way! Oh yeah and all the morning sickness :( Many of you may not know this, but we lost a baby this past summer early on in the pregnancy,which was so hard for us. We waited to hear a heart beat and a few extra weeks before spreading the good news, chances of miscarriage after hearing a heart beat is only at 1%, so we were very relieved to see a very happy healthy baby on the ultrasound. Our little girls came with us to see the baby for the first time and they were so excited, and now the little mommy (Layla) has been discussing with me what is okay to eat, or do that is safe for the baby, i.e. no eating crunchy foods because the baby has no teeth. We will keep everyone posted on how we are doing and don't worry, I will be shooting through all nine months.

P.S.
Thanks MKD for offering a maternity photoshoot!

xoxo,
The Feds

ON THE 3RD DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE....

2008-12-22T19:09:00.003-05:00

ON THE 3RD DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE... GONNA CHECK HIS LIST AND SEE IF YOU'VE BEEN NAUGHTY OR NICE!

Remember when you were little and you whipped out the old crayola and a scrap piece of paper to write Santa a letter, well with all the technology now, Santa receives letters, emails, voicemails, instant messages and probably twitters. Our wicked awesome phone service Vonage has a special feature that allows our girls to call the North Pole and leave Santa a voicemail. What's even better is that it is then sent to our voicemail (via email) so we can listen to their little voices. Below is a quick snap shot with my little point and shoot, but it's of Layla last year playing at the Mac Store. I think next year it's going to be email for the girls rather than voicemails. So check your lists.... I am almost done with my xmas shopping WOOOOHOOOO!!!

Top of Layla's List:
Tumbles Fur Real Puppy
Diamond Castle Barbie
A $4000 cat that is genetically altered to be allergy free (Fed is allergic)

Top of Annabelle's List:
Baby Princess Auroa
Baby Princess Auroa
Baby Princess Auroa
I think you get the point.

Top of Fed's List:
D700
D700
D700
I think you get the point.

Top of Kate's List:
A day at the spa.
A day at the spa
A day at the spa
Get the point yet????

We've been nice this year so please bring us goodies!

XoXo,
The Feds

ON THE 4TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE....

2008-12-21T19:42:00.004-05:00

ON THE 4TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE.... ENJOY YOUR FAMILY!

What is the most important aspect of Christmas for us? It's spending time with family. There's nothing more fulfilling than seeing our girls eyes light up as they see what Santa has brought them. A great memory from last year's Christmas morning was Layla's excitement that Santa had eaten her cookies, she could care less about the presents... she went running for the kitchen table to see the crumbs. Anyways, the past 3 days we have been snowed in. It has not stop snowing for 72 hours and we have about 2-3 feet on the ground. So today the cabin fever just got to be too much. So it was time for family snow fun. We spent the day building a snowman, a snow fort, a snow slide and some kid tossing into snow piles. We finished off the day with a family snowball fight, of which Fed threw a cheap shot and got me in the face... but my girls tag teamed him and whitewashed him for payback! So during this holiday season enjoy your family and the moments that you share because they will soon just be memories.

XoXo,
The Feds

ON THE 5TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE....

2008-12-20T18:53:00.011-05:00

ON THE 5TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE... THANKS FOR THE FUNNY CHRISTMAS CARDS!!!!

I LOVE getting Christmas cards! And thanks to everyone who sent us one! I think Christmas cards really show someone's personality, especially when there's a family picture involved. But, I must admit, my favorite Christmas cards are the funny off color types. If you haven't figured it out by now, I have a dry sense of humor. So here are a few that I found that made me giggle. The last one is the BEST! If I had found it earlier, I would have sent these to everyone I know.

P.S.
It's getting close to Christmas.... AAAHHHHH.... I am so excited!

XoXo,

The Feds

ON THE 6TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE...

2008-12-19T18:37:00.003-05:00

ON THE 6TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE..... LET IT SNOW!

Our holiday party with our photog friends was cancelled due to the blizzard outside. I was really looking forward to karaoke and yankee swap, but Santa sent a little snow to get us in the spirit of Christmas. After all what's Christmas without at least one day of white out conditions, possible loss of power and an entire day locked in the house with cabin fever ridden kids? The forecast calls for at least 12 inches of snow for today. The weatherman said to expect about 2 inches per hour from 2pm til 1 am, maybe my math is fuzzy, but isn't that way more than 12 inches of snow???? Oh yeah, that scary looking red band on the map is heading right for us. I complain now, but I will be the first one to be sledding down a hill tomorrow when the sun is back!

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!

XoXo,

The Feds

ON THE 7TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE....

2008-12-16T20:45:00.001-05:00

ON THE 7TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE...... DISCO BABY!

Hehehe......enjoy!

Send your own ElfYourself eCards

XoXo,
The Feds

ON THE 8TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE....

2008-12-16T19:19:00.001-05:00

ON THE 8TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE...... BUY A MAC NOT A PC.

With all the Christmas commercials, this one by far is the best! Not that the Mac commercials year round aren't awesome, but this made me crack up!

P.S. Dear Santa,

I want an Apple T.V. for Christmas.

Bam Hum Bug P.C.

XoXo,

The Feds

ON THE 9TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAID TO THEE....

2008-12-16T19:03:00.000-05:00

ON THE 9TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAID TO THEE.... ENJOY YOUR NEIGHBOR'S LIGHT SHOW.

So maybe it's a bit annoying when you are trying to fall asleep and the ever glowing reindeer decor from your neighbor's roof gleams into your eyes, but hey it's just their outward expression of their holiday cheer. We went on our yearly hunt for awesome Christmas lights, we piled the whole family into a toasty car and I rocked out the kids Christmas cd, (Fed even sang along to a few songs) It was mostly a duet between myself and Layla. We went to our usual "hot spots" for awesome lighting, but we were really disappointed to see barely anyone had decorated yet.... come on people we have 9 days left! And so I have vowed to make my house that wicked awesome house with lights coordinated to Christmas music next year. Yes, I will be that neighbor. And so I say, rock on annoying neighbor with the crazy lights!!!!!

XoXo,

The Feds

Get It Off Workshop

2008-12-16T08:36:00.002-05:00

Get Your Flash off your Camera

The Feds along with grandmaster flasher Doug :) are holding a seminar on getting your flash off your camera. This workshop is starting from the beginning. We will start with equipment(keeping it speedlights for now) , lighting patterns, differences between soft/hard light, one light and two light setups, modifiers...

The workshop is a seminar with presentation and hands on labs, just like science class, minus the frog. When we get to the lighting setups we will let everyone in the room take a few shots with a setup to see the difference for themselves.

The workshop is limited to 10 and we got 6 people all signed up so please let us know if you are interested.

Go to the Workshop Site

Nikon/Canon whatever as long as you flash can come off.

xoxo

The Feds

ON THE 10TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE....

2008-12-15T21:14:00.000-05:00

ON THE 10TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAY TO THEE.... EAT COOKIES.... GINGERBREAD ICE CREAM COOKIES THAT IS!

One of my favorite treats growing up were gingerbread ice cream cookies. They were so yummy that they couldn't last the night with all the sweet tooths in my home. Here's a great recipe for you to try out as well! Happy Eating!

Ingredients

* Cookies:
* 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
* 1 teaspoon baking soda
* 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
* 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
* Dash of salt
* 1/2 cup granulated sugar
* 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
* 1/4 cup butter, softened
* 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1 large egg
* Cooking spray
* 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, divided
*

Filling:
* 1 quart vanilla low-fat ice cream, softened
* 1/2 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger

Preparation

To prepare cookies, lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flour, baking soda, ground ginger, baking powder, and salt, stirring with a whisk. Place 1/2 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, and butter in a large bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed 3 minutes or until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add vanilla and egg; beat well. Add flour mixture to sugar mixture; beat at low speed until well blended. Divide dough in half; gently press each portion into a 4-inch circle on plastic wrap. Cover and chill 1 1/2 hours.

Preheat oven to 350°.

Unwrap each dough portion and place on 2 sheets of overlapping plastic wrap. Cover each portion with 2 additional sheets of overlapping plastic wrap. Roll, still covered, to a 1/4-inch thickness. Place dough in freezer 30 minutes or until plastic wrap can be easily removed. Remove plastic wrap; cut dough with a 3-inch gingerbread man cookie cutter to form 12 cookies. Place cookies 1 inch apart on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle cookies evenly with 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar. Bake at 350° for 12 minutes or until set. Remove cookies from baking sheets; cool completely on wire racks. Repeat procedure with remaining dough and 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar.

To prepare filling, combine ice cream and crystallized ginger, stirring well. Spread 1 1/2 tablespoons ice cream on the flat side of each of 12 cookies; top with remaining cookies, flat sides down, pressing gently. Wrap each sandwich tightly in plastic wrap; freeze 4 hours or until firm.

XoXo,

The Feds

On the 11th Day til Christmas the Feds said to thee.....

2008-12-14T19:57:00.002-05:00

ON THE 11TH DAY TIL CHRISTMAS THE FEDS SAID TO THEE, WATCH A MOVIE!

There are so many Christmas movies, how do you decide which are the best to watch? Because we all know you can't possibly watch them all, so we have a list of our top picks. So here we go....

Fed's Top Pick: Charlie Brown Christmas (I think he sympathizes with Charlie's less than adequate Christmas tree)

Kate's Top Pick: Gremlins ( I have a sick sense of humor, Fed says this isn't a Christmas movie, but I say feed them chicken and let the holiday party begin)

Layla's Top Pick: The Grinch ( I think she thinks that she is Cindy Loo Who. And she said the classic is better than the Jim Carey version)

Annabelle's Top Pick: Rudolph The Red Nose Reindeer ( We have only watched this movie about 30 times since Thanksgiving, so I wasn't surprised by her choice.)

XOXO,

The Feds

A Fond Memory From My Childhood.... Enjoy!

2008-12-14T19:52:00.003-05:00

It's only 7 minutes long, but it's absolutely awesome!!!! I grow up climbing the local mountain singing, kill the wabbit, spear and magic helmet with my brother and sister. Needless to say, we were a happy and well quirky family. And I wouldn't change them for the world!!!!

via videosift.com

on the 12 th day of Christmas Layla sang to me.

2008-12-13T22:19:00.001-05:00

Counting down to Christmas, 12 days to go! We will be posting the 12 days of Christmas with the Feds. Fun with our kids, favorite holiday moments, traditions and more. ( Pretty much whatever makes it the season of giving in our eyes. As so......

ON THE 12TH DAY OF CHRISTMAS LAYLA SANG TO ME.......

"OH, CHRISTMAS TREE" (an original score by our little L)

Also a big THANKS! to all that commented on for the Cans for Comments we got a total of 27 comments over the week and that equals 27 cans so we will post soon what we got and the drop off.

xoxo

The Feds

Less then 24 hrs left

2008-12-12T00:29:00.003-05:00

Less then 24 hrs for Cans for Comments! Today(ya it is 12:30am right now) at 11:59 pm we will be closing cans for comments so Ask a Question, Comment on a photo, just comment.

My awesome mother is going to match can for can and we will video the girls dropping the cans off at the food bank. Comment away.

This has gone all over the country and the world on Photographer Graphic Designers and Planners blogs that I know of.

Part of this list was put together by Chris+Lynn and pulled from other bloggers out there
starting close to home here in MA
Anne Ruthmann
MKD
Jason Groupp
Justin and Mary
Alana Couch
Dolce Pics
RockTheWedding
Renee
DeliciousJuice
Shandro Photo
Lisa Lacroix
Perspective Eye
Picture That
Calla Evans
Lori Moss
The J Castro
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xoxo
The Feds

Cans For Comments Holiday Mission

2008-12-09T10:42:00.006-05:00

We saw this on our Friend Jason Groupp's and Chris + Lynn's blogs this past week and now some of our Boston friends MKD and Anne Ruthmann are starting the same thing. It is such an amazing idea we thought why not help out those who need help during the holidays.

People need help more then ever, with everything happening in the US. People are losing their jobs and unable to put food on the table. Here is a video about how food banks have been seeing the increase in families needing food from CBS

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So WRITE SOME COMMENTS! and we will deliver a can for every comment we get from now to this Friday 12/12 to our local food bank. And to all the other bloggers out there why not join in. Let us know you posted and we will link you too.

Click the blue link down the bottom that has the word comment in it.

And if that wasn't enough how about some cute kids asking :)

xoxo

The Feds

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Christmas Parade

2008-12-06T09:47:00.000-05:00

Earlier in the week the Feds all went out to Quincy for the Christmas parade. It was cold and raining but the kids had a blast watching the floats and were all smiles till the end, where the star of the show Santa was atop a fire truck.

xoxo
The Feds

The Feds Kids are wild

2008-12-01T19:41:00.001-05:00

You have to watch this video my brother TJ put together. He just got a new camera for his work and was messing around playing with the in-camera slow motion and get the hang of the camera. What better subject to keep you on your toes, then a group consisting of a 2,3,4 and 5 year old.

Watch the girls right around the 2min mark they got the most genuinely happy faces as the water almost gets them. I will remember those little faces forever, that moment makes me smile.

xoxo
The Feds

Kerry and Lance Get Married! Onset, MA.

2008-11-29T20:36:00.002-05:00

So, this past fall we got to shoot such an amazing couple! Kerry and Lance are super sweet. We started off shooting Kerry getting ready at her mother's farm house, horses and all! By the way, I loved the horses and they loved me.... when I approached the fence they both trotted right up to me... so cool. Anyways I digressed. We had a great time shooting the family and the dogs and laughing along with the gang. Kerry and Lance wedded at a historical landmark in Rochester, MA. called The Old East Rochester Church. It was small but stunning and on a cold fall night, it was warm and inviting. I loved it! We finished off the night in Onset, where we got some one on one time with the new couple and got some great shots. But I think the highlight of the night was the speeches. Kerry's sister speech was incredible, I don't think there was a single dry eye. What a great family and a great couple! We wish you all the best!!!

xoxo,

The Feds

Cape Cod Photographers

Video of The Feds

2008-11-22T19:46:00.001-05:00

Just a little fun we had a few months ago while shooting stuff for the site.
It's up on the site too for all the world to see. We also have a couple weddings we'll be blogging later this week.

xoxo
The Feds

Holiday Cards

2008-11-10T17:32:00.000-05:00

Holidays cards are being added to The Feds Store So head on over and get your photo holiday cards before it is too late. Orders will be taken till Nov 26 at 12am est. so you can get 'em by December 8th to send to your family and friends.

PLUS HOLIDAY DISCOUNT 10% off all print orders till Nov 26.

Here is one design we are offering. More getting added to the store now.

Great Story telling Commercial

2008-11-09T20:33:00.000-05:00

I love marketing. I don't know why I guess I just like the brainstorming and ideas that you can come up with. My Brother posted this on his blog a few weeks ago and I love the story telling.

The Feds

Halloween 2008

2008-11-06T15:00:00.000-05:00

I know we haven't posted any family stuff in a while (thanks for the reminder Jen)
While I guess I'll start from scratch and post a few images from the town's Halloween get together. And promise to keep blogging about us, maybe a few videos soon too.
The girls dressed up as princesses, all the girls.

My 3 princesses

Snow White really getting into the part.

Sleeping Beauty practicing her dancing

xoxo

The Feds

ATTENTION: New Product for 2009

2008-11-04T17:16:00.000-05:00

As you can see we are going to be offering Digital Files of Artistic Retouches. These are different then your proof images, they are artistically retouched files they will be printable up to 8x10. You can now have a copy of some of your favorite images to archive and enjoy for years to come.

If you are interested in purchasing this new exciting product please contact us.

From now and to the end of November we will be offering 10% off this new product.

Past couples please contact us now and you can get in on this deal too.

Current 2009 couples if you would like to add this to your collection and get the 10% off contact us before it is to late

Jennifer and Mark's Wedding at the Boston Harborside

2008-11-03T18:59:00.002-05:00

On a sunny fall day Jennifer and Mark traveled up from Texas to get married during the beautiful peak foliage that New England has to offer. James and I packed up for a fun day of shooting at the Boston Hyatt Harborside, it just happened to be the same day as the Regatta on the Charles, one of the biggest events in Cambridge, Ma. Jennifer was so upbeat listening to a great ipod shuffle of Korn, Beyonce, and a little country. Mark and Jenifer opted for a first look, we were psyched about that! She walked done a grand staircase as Mark waited at the bottom with her bouquet. This is the point in time when all the bridesmaids ruined their makeup with all the tears. Jennifer and Mark's Teacup Chihuahua made an appearance at the ceremony with a top hat and all. Then on to the reception over looking the Boston Harbor. The guests, and us had way too much fun in the photobooth. And the cake.... wow! Probably "the" best cake I have had yet. Pumpkin cake. YUM! Jen and Mark Congrats!!! Your wedding rocked!

There are a few photos below. Sign up here to see all the proofs when they are available.
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Yum Cake

Big thanks to Michelle Birolini of Trend and Traditions

xoxo,
The Feds

Boston Wedding Photographer

The First Dance We Should Have Had....

2008-10-29T22:13:00.000-04:00

James and I thought we were orignal with our first dance, dancing to something a little up beat and not so mushy, but oh wow I wish we had done this! Happy viewing ;)

Photo Plus

2008-10-22T07:00:00.000-04:00

Just wanted to let all our Blog readers out there that I'm making a trip down to NYC for Photo Plus, to check out some new gear and products. I'll be in NYC till Friday and not have access to email so I'll get back to everyone after this weekend as we got a wedding right went I get back.

So off to Photo Plus! If your in the city and want to meet up twitter me or just give me a call.

Fed

Kerry and Lance's Love Shoot on the Cape Cod Canal, Onset MA

2008-10-19T21:06:00.001-04:00

A little while back I got a chance to hang out with Kerry and Lance down on the Cape Cod Canal for their engagement photos. We hung out around the beach and got to talk about their up and coming wedding day. We'll see you this Saturday for your wedding we can wait.

Here are a few shots from the Love Shoot.

xoxo

The Feds

Amy and Sony's Wedding in Cambridge MA

2008-10-14T22:01:00.003-04:00

On a beautiful fall day Amy and Sony got married at a breathtaking church in Cambridge. And the music was great, nothing is more fun than a ceremony full of live music. Sony put a lot of time and effort into planning a perfect ceremony. After the ceremony we all headed over to the Wyndham in Andover. We were entertained by the many family and friends of Amy and Sony's. There were heartfelt speeches and a few funny skits which meant some great shots of the bride and grooms reactions. If we had to describe Amy and Sony, we would have to say "sweet". Seriously could you get a nicer couple? Congrats Amy and Sony, we wish you a life of laughter!

xoxo,

The Feds

Cambridge MA Wedding Photography

We are still here.

2008-10-04T22:47:00.000-04:00

We just wanted to let all of you following our blog that we had a very crazy few weeks and we are still here. Just to let you know Kate's dad is doing fine after going through a triple bypass last week and got released from the hospital on Thursday, just in time for an awesome wedding. That's right Kate's Brother got married yesterday, and we shot it. We will have those photos and photos from another awesome up very very soon.

Guess who's 3

2008-09-23T09:20:00.000-04:00

Annabelle!!
That's right our baby girl is now 3 years old, but if you ask her she will tell you she is 4 and argue with you about it till you just give in and say ok your 4.

And look at her now! she is soooooo big.

The same day we had a combined Birthday party for both girls at the Carousel in Hull.

After cake and spinning round, round the merry-go-round we walked, ahh stumbled across the street to the beach so the kids can run around a little more before for baths and bed.

And yesterday was my mother's birthday. Happy Birthday Mom!
and as I pulled a photo of Annabelle when she was born I found one of Bella and Nanny

Oh and Happy Birthday to our friend Cahtah who's birthday is the same day as Annabelle.

WOW! that's a lot of birthday love!

bye for now, wedding photo will be coming soon.

The Feds

To See or Not to See, before the wedding.

2008-09-18T17:59:00.001-04:00

I was doing a little Blog Reading and I can across this post by RELENTLESSBRIDE on Blogger Bride at getmarried.com.

We have had many Brides ask about meeting before the Ceremony and we love it for many reason but do understand tradition. But where do those tradition begins. While most of the Wedding traditions come from a very very long time ago, and we see that some might be out of style..

So here is the tradition about it being "Bad Luck" to see each other before the wedding:

"The tradition holds to the idea that in ancient times, often the first time the bride and groom saw one another was at the actual ceremony b/c many marriages were arranged. Thus, in fear that either the bride or groom would reject the other prior based on disliking the other's looks, they were kept from seeing one another until the actual ceremony. Also, the veil was used to hidden the bride's face until the actual ceremony was done and the legalities were sealed with a kiss at which point, it was too late to change your mind. Thus, they say it is bad luck to see each other before the actual ceremony. As one blogger puts it "So the tradition that it’s “bad luck” for a man to see his bride before the ceremony really started out as insurance for her dad (b/c he had arranged the marriage of his daughter with a stranger)"

Reasons why many people are going the "non-traditional" route and seeing each other pre-ceremony:

* The wow moment can still be there as when you walk down the aisle, except in
this private moment, the bride and groom can truly enjoy it with full
emotion and the privacy of holding on to that moment between the two.
* Photographs can be taken of immediate family, friends and bridal party.
This can help make the after ceremony photo session shorter, and give the
bride and groom a chance to enjoy the cocktail hour with their guests.
* Getting the photographer to focus on "the moment" that the bride and groom see
each other. The Bride and Groom can also pick the scenery in which these
pics will be taken... this can give this set of photos a more artistic
scenery while also maintaining the pictures from the actual ceremony.
* It can alleviate the "stress" of seeing one another making the moment more
enjoyable and less stressful during the ceremony.
* Enjoy the photo shoot without worrying about the guests or that you are missing
out on the cocktail hour
* You feel fresher. Make up, hair and etc are all fresher. And if its earlier in
the day, it could be cooler depending on which season you have your wedding in
* Technically, last minute details can be discussed - although this is not so
romantic, it can definitely help in the practicality aspect.

The part that appeals most to me is that the photographer can really capture the moment (and the immediate moments that lead to) the first moment we see one another. It really can be more romantic and dramatic this way, b/c the wow factor would still be there but there will would also be less distraction!"

Anyone have any thoughts on this?

We shot a beautiful wedding over the weekend and will be posting some images soon.

The Feds

Amy and Sony's Love Shoot

2008-09-18T13:59:00.002-04:00

I just met Amy and Sony over at Mount Auburn Cemetery a few hours ago. We took a walk and talked about their wedding, which is in 2 days. I've never been over at Mount Auburn but I'm glad they suggested it. There is this tower in the middle, atop a hill where you can climb to the top(a little dizzying a good workout) for an amazing view of the city and all of Cambridge. Here are a few of the images, I'm still editing now but wanted to share these. You two were great! Didn't look nervous to me.

The Feds

Giveaway by Photographik

2008-09-18T13:59:00.000-04:00

Check out Photographik.org, they are holding a contest where a couple can win $1500 towards wedding photography services by the photographer of their choice. If you want to try your hand at winning this prize and would love to have us there on your wedding day, we will match the prize if you end up winning. Head on over to Photographik now! What are you waiting for. Click the banner above to enter.

The Feds

Michaela's Senior Session for Pembroke HS 2009!

2008-09-17T19:34:00.001-04:00

Michaela was so much fun to shoot! She giggled the entire time and said she didn't know how to pose and is totally not a model. Uuuummm, we think not. I don't even know which one is my favorite. Oh, besides the fact that she jumped up on a horse and laid across it with flip flops and no helmet... made her a pretty awesome model! Yeah, and how she layed down on a dirty stable floor in her new dress just to get the shoot, again, pretty awesome modeling! We had lots of laughs, especailly our tag line of the day, "Rockin the hay in Pembroke, MA" Uh, you had to be there. Michaela even showed off a little bit of her cheerleading skills. You rock Michaela!!!

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xoxo,

The Feds
Senior Photographers
Pembroke, MA

Trish and Bill's Love Shoot in Cohasset MA

2008-09-15T16:28:00.002-04:00

My Big Brother is getting married! And I couldn't be happier with who he chose. Trish is a super nice and easy going girl and she fits so well into the family. I know this sounds cliche, but they just might be the perfect couple. Trish really wanted a beach setting for their engagement pictures, but with their crazy schedules, it was hard to nail down a time. We finally decided on a little location in Cohasset, And it was a quick walk from our friend Bob Pattison's house... we giggled about the speed bumps... :) It was so easy to shoot them. Bill made goofy faces the entire time, which made Trish laugh... which then made Bill laugh. It was perfect, we didn't get any cheezy fake smiles, it's all real, and yes they are always laughing and joking, I told you the perfect couple. They are so photogenic and easy going! We love you guys and can't wait shoot the wedding, and be a part of it too!

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The Feds

First Day of School

2008-09-11T10:00:00.000-04:00

This past Monday was the first day of school for Annabelle and first day back for Layla. The both of them couldn't wait, they were so excited they really didn't sleep the night before. Layla got her same teacher as her first year so she was ready to go when she got dropped off but Annabelle screamed like crazy. No, not because she didn't want to go to school, she just thought Layla was getting dropped off and she was going home. She calmed down after Kate told her that her classroom was around the other corner. Annabelle said bye then just went straight into the room. I think Kate was a little sad her little girl was off to school but when we picked them up Kate was all smiles peeking through the window watching Annabelle singing songs.

Here is the 5yr old off to her first day back to school. She couldn't wait to see her friends again.

And Annabelle! Wow look how happy she is for her first day. She was soooooo excited.

Layla, yes Layla told me the hair and bow were blown out in this picture but I like it.

Sandra and Greg's Wedding at Boston's Fenway Park! YEAH BABY!

2008-09-10T11:02:00.005-04:00

This past weekend, James and I along with our buddy and fellow photographer, Doug Levy headed down to Yawkey Way to shoot a wicked awesome wedding at Fenway Park! Yes, every Red Sox fan's dream! Sandra and Greg love baseball and are major Red Sox fans, even if they live in Yankee territory. And nothing says "Fan" more than getting married on the third base concourse on a sunny afternoon. Both Sandra and Greg were relaxed and happy about their big day and wow they are so in love. We had so much fun, Doug played around with his fish eye lense to get some great landscape shots of the park, while James and I got down to business capturing all the emotions of the day. Tara from Tada was a big help making sure everything went smoothly and we thank her for making sure we got some cupcakes to eat ;) Yum! Sandra and Greg, you two were a super cute and sweet couple! Thanks for having us at your wedding!

The rest of the post will be up soon at:
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- The Feds
Boston Red Sox's Fenway Park Wedding Photographers :)

Andrea and John's Love Shoot

2008-09-04T22:26:00.000-04:00

A couple weeks ago we met up with Andrea and John down in Scituate Ma at the light house for their Love Shoot. We had a fun time hanging out even if it was very winding and getting pretty cool out on the jetty. Their wedding is coming up fast and is going to be down at Barkers Tavern in Scituate

Andrea and Kate went to middle school together in Braintree and she was also our Babysitter when we were shooting weddings last year. Now she is running here own day care. So if anyone needs a great person to watch your kids let us know and will get her info to you. The girls always ask about Andrea, they love her.

Sign up to see the rest from the Love Shoot here

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Here are a few of the shots that I thought we should share.

I totally love this. So in love.

Ok I totally had to put this one up. Both Andrea and John said they never wrote their names in the sand so we were like then just do it. While they then both want on a search for a stick to write in the sand. John found a little stick near by on the beach and Andrea ventured off and came back with this stick to write in the sand. LOL

The Feds
Engagement Photographers
Scituate, MA

Our lil' Girl is growing up

2008-09-03T22:02:00.000-04:00

Look at how happy she is. We are so proud of her, she is a great kid and growing so fast. I some time think back and remember how small she was I can't believe it. Today we did what ever she wanted. We went to the park and both of the kids rode there bikes on the basketball court then we went over to the playground where all her friends from school were. After all the playing we when out for some lunch and got her a soft pretzel(she has been asking me for a month) finally :) Then we needed to come back home so Kate can head to coach her swim team and Layla tagged along. When the both of them returned Layla got the dinner she chose, Mac and Cheese and then got a little cake(as she will be getting 3 for one bday, today, then at my moms and her party)
She said her day was awesome ;)

While here is the shot just before the cake hit the table and we were all singing to her. Look at how happy she is. That face will make anyone happy.

One day after she was born. How cute.

We love you sweetheart. Happy Birthday M and D

The Feds

Pembroke Senior Photos Mark 2009

2008-09-02T08:42:00.000-04:00

Recently Mark from Pembroke High School Got Shot by The Feds for his Senior pictures.
We started off by getting his yearbook photo out of the way to make time for some shots to capture Mark and things he enjoys at this time in his life. Mark had these sweet glasses which his mother says he loves to wear. Here are some of Mark's Photos from the session rockin' the glasses.

Mark's mother Noreen thought this shed was old, but we loved the dark weathered look.

Here is a shot of his awesome car.

We got 2 Love Shoots and another Senior Session we just shot and we'll post them soon.

The Feds
Pembroke Senior photographer

Nature is Amazing

2008-09-01T22:29:00.000-04:00

A few weeks back The Feds Family went on Vac up at our house in NH. While on our trip home from Storyland we came across a baby moose and two black bears just off the side of the road. Since I didn't have my long lens with us, we drove back to the NH home and grabbed the lens and I ventured back out and was able to find both the moose and bears in the same area.

The Moose was a pretty small moose, but still amazing. It was hanging along side the road having it self a drink from the river. I was able to get down on the side of the road in the grass just across from the moose till it started to head my way I backed up and had to cross the road as the moose came across the road and within about 10 feet of myself tucked alongside other car.

After I when around the corner where a black bear cub and mother were hang out on the hills in this meadow. I didn't get to close but sat in the meadow ad watched the two while I snagged a few shots.

This shot the moose is about 15 feet from me, wow so beautiful.

I didn't venture to close to this Bear as the mother was just to my right on the hill

This next guy stops out back our house every night with his 3 buddies. It was pretty hard to get a shot of these guys as it was very very dark, but got a couple. And yes we totally used of camera falsh on a fox :)

Yeppie!

2008-08-28T22:49:00.000-04:00

So the deal is if you find Shyla the awesome people over at Showit will give you Showit Bucks towards any Showit products. Here is the post of the video of them hiding it.

DJ and the guys over at Showit have come out with this awesome new program Show it Sites where you can create a custom web page super easy. Kate and I have been wanting to go with Show it Sites since first seeing it in the alfa version almost 1 year ago. We were waiting till the show in hope that there will be a discount which was handed out to attendees(yay!) Then they started to hide a picture of one of the crew members in each city and offer the one that finds them $500 in Showit Bucks. After we saw them doing that we were, DETERMINED! to find one of them.

Again Guys you all did an awesome job, Thanks so so much for coming to Boston.

The Feds

Jen and Peter's Love Shoot in Boston

2008-08-28T09:58:00.000-04:00

A few weeks back we got to hang out with Jen and Peter around the city. Their wedding is not till next year but they wanted to get some shots for their save the date cards. We had a great time photographing them around the Boston University campus even up on the Presidents rooftop deck where we had an amazing view of the city and that Citgo sign look huge that close.

Here is a link to their proofs for the Love Shoot
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And while you are here sign up to see their Wedding photos when they are available
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Here are some of the shots from their Love Shoot
Pretty light and ivy, love it!

I loved this little courtyard behind someones house, there was awesome light back there.

While I was down getting this shot Kate almost lost a lens(70-200 $1700) off the second floor OPPS ;)

I wasn't jokin' that Citgo sign looks huge up there. Jen and Peter totally rocked the Balcony.

Free To Succeed

2008-08-27T09:29:00.000-04:00

Last night Kate and I headed out to the Free to Succeed tour with David Jay and Jasmine Star two amazing photographers out of Southern California. But first we played a little taxi for the "Superstars" of the show which was fine with use as we were helping out our friend Shyla and the wonderful FTS Crew.

The Seminah was wicked awesome! ;) Really, the group did an amazing job(I can only imagine touring the country in a bus with 8 people, your crazy).
DJ spoke about several different subjects giving you just enough information to make everyone in the room rethink "The Why". This was no infomercial, there was core info on work flow to pricing and many things between. If you are planning to head out to one of the stops left on the tour remember to be open to everything that DJ talks about, that is the only way you will ever learn.

I feel it's better to be open to one's advice, then close them out and miss something that just might open your eyes to bigger and better things.

And to everyone that got to hear Jasmine while on tour, you were so lucky. Her story is so touching and she is really amazing. Thanks for making it out to Boston you did a great job. Don't lose JD to a Boston Girl while exploring today :)
oh and by the way Camcordah C-A-M-C-O-R-D-A Camcordah ;)

And a few images from the night.

Thanks Tony for being our photographer for the night :)

Follow Me

2008-08-25T22:19:00.000-04:00

Seems everyone is Twittering now. I've been on for a while now but only been updating more since a lot of people have joined in the last 2 months. So why not follow us

http://twitter.com/TheFedsStudio

I use Twitterrific to stay up to date with all the others tweeting in the tree :)

If you aren't tweeting you need to start.

Alex and David's Wedding at The Red Lion Inn Scituate MA

2008-08-21T14:50:00.005-04:00

Right before we left for vacation we shoot an amazing wedding over at the Red Lion Inn in Cohasset, MA
Not only was the wedding amazing do to the details and entertainment(Bellydancer and a Cigar Bar) but the amazing family and friends of Alex and David who shared in their day.

What a beautiful day for a wedding.

Alex's mom doing her daughters makeup.(wow we can't believe you did all the girls, you rock)

Alex surprised everyone with entertainment for the groom and the guests.

Alex and her Dad dancing their Father Daughter Dance.

David and his Mothers dance was very touching

A different take on the bouquet. (I had to posted it since I think I burned my eyes looking into the sun)

Another surprise for the groom hand rolled cigars.

Some of the vendors that create an amazing wedding are:

Planner: Jennifer Pearl
The Rare Affair

Flower: Evelyn Pepicelli
Rose Hill Garden

Cake: Konditor Meister

Cigar Station: Boston Cigar Factory

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Thanks for having Kate and I at your wedding

The Feds

Sandra and Greg's Love Shoot in Boston

2008-08-19T08:10:00.002-04:00

Before we went on vacation we had a few amazing Love Shoots and an awesome Wedding. First up Sandra and Greg.

I met Sandra and Greg over in Copley Square at the Boston Public Library just encase it rained we can go inside and still shoot. Mother Nature was cooperative and gave us a little bit of sunshine and a small sun shower(but no need for a rain delay)
Sandra and Greg were up from New York for the weekend to get their Marriage License and finish up some last minute details for their wedding, less then a month away. Don't tell any New Yorkers but these two are getting married at one of the coolest wedding venues in Boston, Fenway Park. We can't wait. Here are some Shots from there Love Shoot.

To view and purchase images from this Love Shoot, go to:
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Also go sign up to see their wedding photos when they are available, Here:
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Thanks for hanging out before your wedding, I had a great time with you two can't wait for the wedding. See you two in a few weeks.

James

Boston Engagement/Wedding Photographer

The Feds on Vaca

2008-08-11T14:33:00.000-04:00

The Feds Family is up in NH at the New Hampshire House (as the kids say). It looks like it is gonna rain the whole time we are up here, but we'll still have a good time. We have some photos from a wedding we shoot Saturday over at the Red Lion Inn in Cohasset and two Love Shoots from the week before we'll be posting very soon so check back, they will be up in the next few days.

Today we took a drive over to Littleton NH to Chutters, home to the Worlds Longest Candy Counter. Great! more sugar for the kids.

That's all they need :)

CANDY!

Bella at the diner for Lunch

Our amazing view off the back porch, blocked by clouds.

Pug Party 80's Style

2008-07-27T11:15:00.000-04:00

Friday night the Boston Pug(Pictage Users Group), a group of local photographers went out on the harbor for some drinks and 80's music. Here are a few shots from the night, and yes I cut a mohawk and Kate teased her hair for the night :)

Matt with some of the 80's chicks :)

Kate and Anne

ahhh The Yu's

Here is Kate and I doing our best 80's Punk thing

That was totally one Banging Party! We gotta do it again fer sure!

The Feds

Bridal with MKD Photography

2008-07-24T13:02:00.001-04:00

A few weeks back I got to go for a ride with Mike from MKD Photography down to Salve Regina in Newport, RI for a Bridal Session.
I almost posted this post a few weeks ago but thought that I better wait till after the wedding :) Kate(from MKD) told me she almost did the same ;) So, I guess I'm safe now as they posted the photos from the session on their blog

While I didn't really shoot any shoots of the bride since Mike was busy doing his thing, so I shot him. I did get one fish eye shot of her out side the Admin building of the school though.

Here it is and a few of Mike doing his thang shooting.

This is the only shoot I got of the bride as Mike went for a walk across the street to show off a big lens.

Thanks for having me along.

James

Elizabeth Anne Designs

2008-07-23T22:58:00.001-04:00

Rebekah Anne and Ami Elizabeth two best friends behind an amazing blog. They have been in our google reader for a while now, as we love their tastes in design and now their tastes in Photographers. They just recently launched The EAD Library and link to us and a bunch of our Boston friends in the photography section of their Library. Thank you Girls, You Rock!

If you don't check their blog you should be if you are planning a wedding or just love design.

The Feds

Melanie and Dan's Wedding

2008-07-23T17:49:00.001-04:00

Just this past weekend Kate and I shot Melanie and Dan's wedding at the Most Holy Redeemer in East Boston, followed by their reception at Lake Pearl in Wrentham, MA. Before the ceremony begin we met Melanie up at her house along with her mother and bridemaids for some pre-cemerony coverage of their day. We love being there before the wedding, so much is going on and there are so many great moments and little details scattered all over the house. If you saw the post Hitting the Pavement from the other day you got to see me laying down in the street outside to get a shot of the Motorcycle the ringbearer carried down the isle(Photo Below).

We recently met the two of them for their Love Shoot only a few weeks ago, but we feel as if they have been friends of ours for years. Thanks so much for inviting us to your wedding.

To see the proofs when they are available go to:
http://thefedsstudio.instaproofs.com/enterEvent.php?id=58313

The Feds
MA Wedding Photographers

Hitting the pavement.

2008-07-20T22:53:00.000-04:00

So I'm always on the ground or climbing something to get a shot. I love doing what ever it takes. A least this time after finding a place I wanted to shoot, I went back and got Kate to play traffic cop. But instead she shot me, Thanks babe, I'm no speed bump.

Here I am at Melanie and Dan's wedding yesterday on the street out side their house before the wedding. Little did I know the Mother of the Bride, Sharon and a few of the Bridesmaids saw me rolling around in the street, lol. Check back in a couple days to see a few shots from the wedding.

We just got back from shooting Jen and Peter's Love shoot in Boston around BU. We also got access to the roof of the President's building. What a great view of the city. We'll have some from their shoot soon.

The Feds
Always looking both ways for each other

A BRIEF GUIDE TO BRIDESMAIDS

2008-07-17T13:18:00.002-04:00

So, during my usual blog stalking I came across this video clip " A brief Guide to Bridesmaids". Being a bridesmaid myself for my brother and soon to be sister in- laws wedding, I found this little clip amuzing. Any girl that has been a bridesmaid or will some day be one, check this out. It's cute and entertaining. The Dessy Group (bridesmaid dresses) created this to go along with their new website launch BridesmaidGuide.com

P.S. I will be wearing Sage for my dress ;)

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CDIA at Boston University

2008-07-17T09:18:00.000-04:00

Last night Kate and I had the pleasure of being invited out to the Center for Digital Imaging Arts by Lara from Studio Nouveau who also teaches workshops over at the school. We got to represent the local Photography industry with our good friend Kate Duval from MKD Photography during a question/answer networking night for the students of CDIA.

We also got to judge a business card design contest.

Here is Lara, Kate and I.

Thanks again Lara for inviting us out.

The Feds :)
Lovecat Photographers

Giving Back

2008-07-15T10:19:00.000-04:00

We really believe in giving back if you can. I know it is very hard to give as the economy is changing, yet their is still many people out there that need so much more. Kate and I have talked about giving back a percent of sales back to charity, but talk does nothing. So it's time for action.

From now to August 10th we will be supporting a family member that is walking in the Boston 3 day Breast Cancer walk that takes place August 15th-17th. After the 10th we will select a charity for the month of September and continue to do the same for months to follow.

10% of all sales and bookings will be donated to Susan G Komen for the Cure and the National philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund.

Feel free to donate directly at http://08.the3day.org/site/TR/Walk/BostonEvent?px=1713269&pg=personal&fr_id=1182

Thanks for anything you can do, even if you just repost or ask a friend if they can help.

The Feds

SUBMISSIONS FOR THE MOST AWESOMELY FUN CONTEST EVER!

2008-07-14T19:44:00.000-04:00

Submissions Please!!!! This is going to be the most awesomely fun, sure to make you almost pee your pants laughing contest! Ok so here it is:

1. Submit to us (The Feds) a picture of yourself, friend, family, stranger, pet wearing the funniest tee-shirt you have ever seen! If you have a blog, you can post the picture and let us know so we can view it.

2. We will then pick out the top funny tee shirts that made tears come to our eyes from laughter and we will post them here.

3. We as a blogging community will vote on "The" Funniest Tee Shirt of them all.

4. The winner will receive fame far beyond their means and the legendary title holder of "the" Funniest Tee Shirt.

This is open to everyone, friends, family, photogs, brides, grooms, blog stalkers, EVERYONE!
There is only one rule... someone must own the shirt.
And yeah this is for my pure entertainment, but I assure you, it's good for a laugh when you see a picture say for example of Tony Yu on his birthday wearing a "This is not a photo opportunity" shirt and giggle to yourself of the irony!
Let the fun begin!

Here's a tee shirt that I want to buy for some inspiration from Snorg Tees.

Hang with the Nephews

2008-07-11T09:22:00.001-04:00

So as you know a week ago our nephews were up from VA to visit. Since we haven't seen then in a while, except via ichat, I had to get a lot of photos. Here are just a few that I got one day at the park. I know it is only a few but I didn't change the camera to shoot jpegs till later, since I shoot raw, but my little laptop don't read d300's raw files. I'll get a few more up later.

Chris wasn't feeling that great this day but I got some awesome shots of him playing with the sprinklers. Here is a shot of Chris hanging out on a bar at the park.

100% Matt's personality he is so cute

Oh ya there was a party thrown for Matt while they were here, and I(yes James) baked a cake to look like a volcano. I had to post a photo cause Tony gave me a cal the night before I made the cake and asked what I was up to, and I responded doing volcano research. :) so he wanted to see what I did. Here you go Tony.

The Feds
Cake baking kids photographers

Melanie and Dan's Love Shoot

2008-07-09T08:00:00.000-04:00

2700 miles to find love.
Melanie never thought she would be traveling 2700 miles to meet the one she is going to be marry next week. I bet if you asked Dan he would have never thought taking a trip to Vegas with his brother would end in finding the one that's right for him.
That's right, these two boarded a plane and traveled 2700 miles the same week and bumped into each other in a line in Vegas. These two were meant to find each other. Not only did they see one another for the first time in a city that is so crowded, there was a window of only a few minutes for them to cross paths. Melanie entered a line for a club and soon after Dan left the line since he didn't get in do to stupid dress code rules. That didn't stop these two. Melanie got her number to Dan's Brother and found out Dan lives in Massachusetts too. When Dan got back to MA he gave his future Bride a call. How awesome is that!

Now for the Love Shoot. We met Melanie and Dan up at the Minuteman trail in Lexington MA for only 10 minutes or less of shooting. That's right we only had about 10 minutes since a storm that none of us expected came in super fast. Since they brought along their Harleys and ride home in the rain was out the question, the four of us jumped in our car and got some dinner while the storm past. Even though we got only a little shooting in, it was great hang out at dinner with them. Hey how would we have ever learn about the Vegas story and get to know these two some much. That is way we love, Love Shoots we get to hang with some amazing couple and hear awesome stories.

Here are a few shot we came away with even thought the sky was throwing some nasty weather at us.

To view the rest of their Love shoot photos go to:
http://thefedsstudio.instaproofs.com/enterEvent.php?id=58312

Also sign up to see their wedding photos after the wedding by going here:
http://thefedsstudio.instaproofs.com/enterEvent.php?id=58313

Thanks so much for spending some time with us, I was great hanging with the both of you. We can't wait till next week, the wedding is going to be awesome.

The Feds
Boston Wedding Photographers

Boston Weddings In Newburyport

2008-07-07T14:52:00.002-04:00

About a week ago Kate and I had the pleasure of listening to the Editor of Boston Weddings Magazine Donna Garlough speak at a brunch in Newburyport. Boston Weddings is a fairly new magazine put out by Boston Magazine to help the Boston and New England Brides plan their amazing wedding. Their Fall/Winter Issue is out now so make sure you go pick one up, it is Donna's first issue as the Editor, and she did awesome! Kate and I love it.
We also want to thank Koryn for inviting us so we can meet face to face and we were so happy to see some of our friends there too.

Here is a shot of Donna showing off the new issue.

After brunch the lovely Krista from Krista Photography, Kate and I took a little walk around Newburyport then grabbed some wraps and didn't talk about photography, refreshin'. Thanks for sharing Krista we love ya.

The Feds
Wedding Photographers

Catchin' up!

2008-07-07T14:27:00.000-04:00

We're back. I know we haven't blogged, but we took a mini vacation since my Brothers were all in town and my nephews were up from Virginia. I'm going though everything I need to get done to catchup in the next few days. I'm going to post a small adventure or 2 a day that we had the last week and a half. Look forward to Newburyport, Davis' Farm, Love Shoot, Day at the Park, 2 birthday parties, The Boys, a volcano, sprinklers sprinklers and more sprinklers.

Oh I also want to thank the VA Feds for bringing the sickness up with them. I would have had photos up sooner but was out on the couch the end of the week and now Layla's got it.

You'll here from us soon

The Feds

Alex and David's Love Shoot at Borderland State Park

2008-06-23T20:27:00.000-04:00

Last week we had the pleasure to meet up with Alex, David and their dog Mischa in Borderland State Park in Easton, MA for there Love Shoot. We had a good time hanging out around the park talking about dog training, and hearing the plans for their wedding in August at the Red Lion Inn in Cohasset, MA, Can't wait, it's going to be awesome! Here are some of their photos from the Love Shoot

To see the rest of their proofs when they are available go to http://thefedsstudio.instaproofs.com/enterEvent.php?id=56387

Can't wait till the wedding and see David reactions to the awesome surprise.

The Feds
MA Photographers

Rockin' Lil girl

2008-06-19T23:26:00.000-04:00

Did a lil' shoot in the yard with the kids earlier in the week with our new Radio Poppers
This is a shot that I had to share of Annabelle she was totally rockin' only 2 and modelin' like a pro.

Lots of stuff this week and the next few weeks
Pug cookout Tuesday the girls made some new friends and we shot an wicked awesome Love Shoot today.

I'll post a bunch promise ;)

Fed
Lil' Kids Photographer

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Celtics are Back

2008-06-17T12:00:00.000-04:00

I know this music post is a day later but what better time to show some support for the home team. This song features my buddy Louie Bello who I did the shots for his first album about a year ago and we are getting together soon to shoot the next cover. After checking out the video below, head over to itunes to get "The Celtics Are Back" and while your there check out "Papi can't Loos" Both songs are a must.

Here is a video of Louie and Lingo on the Morning show the other day preforming The Celtics are Back. The sound starts off alittle rough but the song is the anthem for the night.

50 Years of Weddings

2008-06-16T14:34:00.001-04:00

So on my daily blog stalking I came across this post from So Chic Events. Shelby, a local wedding planner to the fab bride gets these little cut out articles from her mom. This little one came from AARP. This article is titled "Something Old Something New", and was written by Betsy Towner. Check out the wedding gifts, you'll giggle ;) And don't forget to tell us what you think!

The Years: 1958 & 2008 (respectively)
The Big Picture: Golden Anniversaries - Clementine & Winston Churchill / Joanne Woodward & Paul Newman
Annual Weddings: 1.5 million / 2.4 million

The Groom -
Age: 22 / 28
Life Expectancy: 57 / 70
Tux Rental: $5.50 / $69.95
Annual Income: $2,396 / $34,167
Most Common Name: Robert / Michael

The Bride -
Age: 20 / 26
Life Expectancy: 65 / 78
Gown: Princess lace, handmade by Belgian nuns $135 / Strapless and sexy $1,317
Annual Income: $1,572 / $30,719
Most Common Name: Mary / Jennifer
The Stereotype: Blushing Bride / Bridezilla

The Reception -
First Dance: "All I Have to Do is Dream" Everly Brothers / "No One" Alicia Keys
Party Song: "At the Hop" Danny and the Juniors / "4 Minutes" Madonna with Justin Timberlake
Trendy Gift: CorningWare Casserole $12.95 / Nintendo Wii $399

The Expense -
Postage for Invitations: 3 - 4 cents / 42 cents
Marriage License (in North Dakota): $1 / $65
Piece of Cake per Guest: 35 cents / $4.52

The Escape -
Honeymoon Destination: Niagara Falls / Hawaii
Likely Getaway Car: Chevy Impala convertible $2,700 / Toyota Camry $18,570
Honeymoon Cost: $237 / $3,680
Gallon of Gas: 30 cents / $3.80

The Future -
Divorce Rate: 33% / 50%
Number of Children: 3.6 / 2.1

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!!!

2008-06-14T14:27:00.001-04:00

Happy Father's Day to my best friend, my lover and my partner! I thought it wasn't possible for me to love you anymore than I already did, until the day you became a father. My heart grew twice it's size on each day we became parents. One size for our new baby girl and one size for my husband. Watching you with our girls is such a uplifting experience everyday. You are so tender, nurturing and goofy with our girls. They love their Daddy so much. If you could only see their faces as they jump on your back and play tackle... grinning from cheek to cheek. Watching that, my heart just melts. So on this special day hears an inspirational quote for all you wonderful fathers out there like my husband...

"Never raise your hand around a child, it leaves the groin unprotected" ;)

Love you Baby!!!!

Lots of Praise for a Phone Company?

2008-06-11T21:21:00.000-04:00

Ok so I think everyone out there needs good referrals for products and service . I have two great ones I would like to tell all of you about. Vonage and ING. I'll talk about the bank later they Rock(and they aren't the Pru)

Our phone company for about 4 years now Vonage Their name says it all, it is the Voice Over Net AGE. It has been for a while but I still don't know many people using Vonage, Why? I have nothing but good things to say about them. There customer service the past 4 years has been great. I only needed to call them to setup my first line years ago and then later I just add the business line over the internet but the one time I had a question I got to talk to a person and they helped me out so much and was very nice to speak with. The question I get all the time from people I tell we have Vonage is what do you do if the internet is out? while Vonage has pretty much every feature you could want included in basic service and your calls can be transfered if the system is down(this only happened once when we lost a telephone pole down the street from our house) Did I tell you my long distance is include in the $29 we pay? along with everything else you could want, Caller ID, Fowarding, voicemail... and all of these have several options and settings you can customize. You can even have a non Vonage customer call you long distance free of charge to both of you(Cool)

Check Out Vonage and if you sign up tell them we sent you by putting our number in there 781.353.6924

Emily and Keith's Wedding Plymouth, NH

2008-06-05T17:08:00.002-04:00

Recently saw :e: write that rain is just liquid sunshine(love it). Thats just what it was on Emily and Keith's wedding day, liquid sunshine. They planned a wedding on the lawn at the Italian Farmhouse Restaurant in Plymouth, NH but due to the weather the Ceremony was moved into the Greenhouse out back. A little rain didn't stop these two from showing how much love they have for one another. The Ceremony was beautiful, with a full chorus including Emily's friends, family and a few Bridesmaids. I don't think there was a dry eye in the greenhouse, everyone was so happy. Here are a few shots from the day. Since it rained we kinda took over a few spots in the restaurant to get some great photos of the happy couple.

Head on over to this link below to sign up to see their proofs when they released
http://thefedsstudio.instaproofs.com/enterEvent.php?id=53985

and to Dance yourself silly you need some comfy shoes.

Thanks for inviting us to your wedding we had a great time with the both of you and all your guests.

The Feds
NH Wedding Photography

Music Monday

2008-06-02T20:57:00.001-04:00

[Edit] I set up some of my music posts early then release them weekly this post was actually posted a few weeks earlier but released just this past week not knowing what had happened.
I'm so sadden to hear that that Steven Curtis and Mary Beth Chappman lost their 5yr old little girl Maria in a tragic accident only a couple weeks ago. Please pray for the family in these time I can never imagine the amount of pain one goes through losing a child, one should ever have to go through this. If you have some time head over to a blog setup for Maria to get to know this little girl. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
[Edit]

This song touches my heart so much being a father to two little girls. I can't imagine them growing up, but I'm told by everyone that you blink and they're all grown up. I have a quote I taped to the top of my computer monitor that reads "All we have is NOW" So when I look up while working it reminds me to take a little break at every moment I can and head down the stairs to spend a little time with my girls. I know we all need to work and rush around doing whatever we do, but it does go by fast. Remember "All we have is NOW" make it worth it.

First thing tomorrow morning I'll dance in the kitchen with my girls, something we do a few times a week.

I can't believe there is two Monday posts back to back. Sorry we have been super busy this past week and shot a wedding in NH on Saturday. I'll post some images soon and get back to all those emails that I'm working through.

Be Happy Now
Fed

Memorial Music Monday

2008-05-26T21:10:00.000-04:00

So all the grills are out and the partying is over but Americans are still over seas giving their lives for freedom. We get a three day weekend because of those that gave their lives. We get to sit on our couches and watch TV because those that gave their lives. We get to wake up after sleeping in our own beds and do what we want because those that gave their lives. Remember the lost and remember the ones serving now. That is why we can have the Freedom to do what we do.

Free to do what I want. Thanks
Fed

Debbie and Andy's Wedding @ The Light Keepers House, Bancroft Hall

2008-05-21T19:31:00.001-04:00

This past Sunday Kate and I shot our first wedding of the 2008 wedding season, and what a great wedding it was. We started the morning off over at the Clarion Nantasket Beach Hotel in Hull, MA where Debbie and her Matron of Honor Lisa were getting ready. You totally need to check out Debbie's Shoes she wore. They looked awesome peaking out from under the beautiful dress. The ceremony was over in Scituate, where I don't think there was a dry eye in the house(ofcoarse the tears were all filled will joy)
We all then made our way back to Hull to get a few shots on the beach and take a ride on the Carousel. After the photos were done we made the trip down to The Lightkeeper's House in Cohasset for the party.

Register to view the rest of Debbies and Andy's photos HERE when they are released.

Here are a few shots from the day. Check back for a full slide show soon.

Check out the something blue! Blue Suede Shoes, That's Hot!

Here is a Shot of the Beautiful Bride

Here is a shot of the Groom just before one of his buddies tackled him :)

The Carousel really got moving(P.S. Don't walk backwards on a carousel while taken photos)

Thank you so much for inviting us to your wedding we had a great time with the both of you and all your guests. Have fun in Fuji!!

Catering by
The Silent Chef

The Feds
Scituate Wedding Photographers

Music Monday

2008-05-19T09:34:00.000-04:00

This week Jason Mraz I'm Yours

Shot an awesome wedding yesterday I'll get some photos up by tomorrow.

Smile, Stay Happy
Fed

Wedding Weekend Finally

2008-05-16T20:37:00.001-04:00

Finally the wedding season begins for us on Sunday! I'm so excited, I woke up this morning all pumped up. I was dancing round the house while Kate was still in bed(ya we didn't have coffee in the house this morning, I had to run and pick some up at Mary Lou's)

Not only are our weddings starting but our little girl is growing up soooooooo fast. Today was her graduation at preschool. She still has another year in preschool but they do a ceremony for all the kids every year, where they sing all the songs they work on all year for the parents. Layla did AWESOME! She Rocked the house with the songs, "I'm a Nut" and "Scarecrow" to name a few. Here is a shot of her rocking out.

Her is Layla with her class mascot

Click click... Music Video

2008-05-13T23:56:00.000-04:00

Bishop Allen click, click, click, click

I think I'm going to start posting some music cause it makes people happy :)

Mother's Day Weekend

2008-05-13T08:03:00.000-04:00

Happy Mother's day to my Mom and all the our Moms out there, I hope you have a delightful weekend.

Kate's day started off by being woke up by the kids a little later than usual (8am) with the smell of fresh cut Lilacs and lots of little kisses. Layla and Belle helped arrange a beautiful boutique of Lilacs we got from the yard and Layla was finally able to give Kate the gift she made at school. Layla almost didn't make it to mothers day, she wanted to give her little footprint as soon as she brought it home earlier in the week. We then had a quick breakfast and head off to Davis' Farmland in Spencer. We had a great family Mother's day hanging in the sun and petting baby animals. This place is such a great place for little kids. There are little playgrounds separated by ages, a town with shed size houses for the kids to play in, a maze, water filled gold panning trays and so much more, plus all the animals. This place has a lot to do and one can spend a whole day there no problem. The farm is laid out very well, so it doesn't seem crowded and is very clean. Also you can't leave the farm with kids without having a matching wrists bands, which Kate and I feel more play places should do.

Here are only a few images but if you want to see more of the farm stuff you can see a slideshow from last year here

This is not the farm, but I just love this shot Kate got of Layla on the swings this week.

Kate and I enjoying the sun while the kids play

Layla telling a story during lunch about the animals

Shhhhhhh the baby cows are sleeping

Friends of our Blog

2008-04-29T08:00:00.001-04:00

Welcome to our blog world. I just wanted to introduce a few of our friends. Some are local photographers or other bloggers that stop by here every so often.

Why not add them to your reader. I use Google Reader for keeping up to date on blogs. Check it out, it is like a mailbox for new blog posts, you will love it.

Tony and Anna From Team Yu
Brittany From BKB Photography
Doug from Douglas Levy Photography
Mike and Kate from MKD Photography
Shyla from Shyla Photography
Keri from Sweet Whispers Photography
Matt and Enna from Grazier Photography
Mr Billey and Tammie Largo Photography
Krista from KristaPhotography
Callie From Callie Crass Photography

If you stop by let us know we love meeting new people and we love all these guys and girls above.

Also if I forgot you, sorry, I know a lot of us go back and forth on blogs I'm going to keep adding to this. If I forgot you leave us a nasty comment telling us how could we ever forget you and I'll add you, maybe ;)

This list can be accessed at anytime from the menu at the top under links

Boston Brides Re-Launch

2008-04-24T13:22:00.000-04:00

Hey everyone,
I just wanted to announce the re-launch of Boston Brides Blog It's a little pet project that I started last year, but I got way too busy to maintain. Not that busy doing photography is a bad thing ;) It's pretty much a resource for all those Boston (and New England) brides that we work with. We want to help them with other resources besides photography. So, it's a collection I have started of local vendors to help the brides to be pick the best out there and not to exhaust their time on the Internet, I've done it for them. If you're a vendor please email me pictures and other goodies that I can post about. And if you're a bride to be, check it out. I hope it helps. Remember, it's different because it's region specific. New England only. Thanks for the support!

It's really no big Deal

2008-04-23T10:12:00.000-04:00

Hey everyone. So last week I cut my hair. I usually just give myself a crew cut of sorts, but I just decide to buzz my whole head :) I then updated my twitter saying I shaved my head, opps I guess bad choice of words cause I had people im me and ask "did you really shave your head", "I got to see this" "did you bic it??".... So every one that wanted to know I just buzzed it, no big deal.

Fed :)

The Bald Wedding Photographer, LOL

Jennifer, Mark and Dupree

2008-04-16T18:57:00.003-04:00

Kate and I recently had the pleasure of spending the day with Jennifer and Mark who's wedding we'll be photographing at the Harborside Hyatt, Boston this coming fall. Jennifer and Mark flew up from Texas to go over some details for their wedding and get shot by the Feds.

We started out over at Jennifer's aunts house for a makeup trial and some very good peanut butter cookies. Jennifer's aunt took care of Kate and I, coffee, fruit, blueberry cake, and did I mention the peanut butter cookies :) We also got to meet Dupree the littlest, cutest chihuahua you have ever seen. Check out the photo of him with his eyes closed. We shot a few photos of Jennifer, Mark and Dupree at the house before we headed into Boston where we met up with the fabulous planner Michelle from Trends and Traditions

We can't wait to be there at the Hyatt Boston this fall. Here is your slide show.

To check out the other images go to
http://thefedsstudio.instaproofs.com/enterEvent.php?id=47631

Fed
Boston MA Wedding Photographer

RockStar Road Trip

2008-04-06T22:42:00.000-04:00

This past Friday I awoke to yet another wet and rainy April day packed up my stuff and made my way into Boston to attend the Rockstar Road trip. First I needed a little fuel to start my day of right so Tony and I met up and had breakfast over at Mike's Dinner. Both of us decided on the Emergency Room breakfast which is just about 2 of everything :)

After Breakfast we headed on over to the Marriott in Boston for the Rockstar Road trip seminar with Corey McNabb and Amber Holritz. Corey covered all things Wedding Photography while Amber shared her amazing stories and knowledge from the world of Lifestyle Baby Photography.

After the seminar a few of us hung a round and brought down the house with a little video game action. I never played Rock Band before but it is pretty fun. There are to quick shoots below of me on Vocals. I know Eric posted a few photos on his blog and if you check the Rockstar or Corey's Blog there will be a few more photos soon if Amber ever gets some sleep.

After all of us wedding photographers brought the house down, Corey, Amber, Matt, Enna, Tony, Anna, Kurt, Shyla and I headed over to Kings for some food and 10 pin bowling. Man, I really stink at 10 pin! If you want to go out and bowl I need some practice invite me along.

Big thank you to the Pixel 2 canvas man, Kurt you rock! If you are a photographer check out www.pixel2canvas.com

Amber on Drums, ME, Eric on Bass, Shyla rock the Guitar.

Tony going to cover Drums, ME, Enna jamming away, Shyla

Imagine it! Create it!

2008-03-31T13:03:00.004-04:00

Remember this:
"Creativity is imagination, and imagination is for everyone." Paul Arden, It's not how good you are, it's how good you want to be.

The past few weeks I have been watching my children very closely, when the play and draw. I have begun to see their imagination hard at work, and it is truly an amazing thing. If you have kids or know someone that does take a minute and watch them play or create a work of art. Remember you really need to forget about everything else that is going on in our mind, become part of their world, you will see what I mean.

There is a quote I put inside my idea notebook along the binding of the inner flap that says "Look at everything with child like wonder" (Pretty much throw out labels and imagine)

Imagination is a powerful thing, it creates our dreams. Yet when you combined Imagination with PASSION, you can make your dreams a reality.

If you have some time head on over to www.imagineitproject.com

The Feds
Creative MA Wedding Photographer

Spring is Here

2008-03-28T22:21:00.003-04:00

While Spring is here. Our side yard is starting to fill up with all types of birds and the girls even found a few flowers starting to grow. To a wedding photographer in Boston, Ma this means engagement shoots are starting and I'll be out shooting almost every weekend from now until the fall. I know Kate promised some photos and more updates while easy for her to say as she is sitting on the beach down in Florida attending a wedding while The girls and I hold down the fort here in good old MA. I do have a lot of photos from the last week and will post more of them later this weekend as long us the girls make it to bed on time.
Here are a few quick pictures of the little Feds. Both of them got the hair cuts this past week. Layla wanted to cut hers short and she did. They took off about 4-5 inches and she looks all grown up but is still our little girl.

Layla had a great time in the sun with her bike

Uncle TJ came out from NY and played with the girls. He even got into the little play house the girls loved hanging with him.

Belle sporting a new hair cut

Fed
Boston MA
Wedding Photographer

So Sorry Blogging Buddies ;)

2008-03-25T08:50:00.003-04:00

So sorry to all our blogging buddies, we have neglected you. We have been so busy this past week that we haven't been able to blog. But we promise you that pictures and lots of blogging is coming soon. To give you a quick run down of our past week, we visited the Butterfly Place, had a great Easter, with 3 egg hunts! And now begins our marathon of work for gearing up for a very busy season ahead of us. Including a big project that's sure to be a hit! More details later ;) And a quick congrats to Mike and Kate Duval for welcoming a new baby into the world!

xoxo, Kate

Guess who's 1

2008-03-15T22:51:00.003-04:00

Guess who is one today! AZALEA! Our puppy is a puppy no more today Azalea turned one. Happy Birthday Zaley!

The past year she has eating a few kids toys, attempted potty training and chewed on the walls , but we love her. She has become a part of the Feds family over the past year and will continue to be Layla and Annabelle's favorite playmate around the house.

Here is a shot of Azalea from today. Sorry we didn't have a B-day hat :(

March PUG

2008-03-13T22:07:00.004-04:00

This past Tuesday was our monthly PUG meeting and it was rocking with 72 guests, WOW can't believe the growth. The Center for Digital Imaging Arts opened it's doors for all of us and closed pretty late as a few of us hung around a little late till we were kicked out :)

Eric from Eric Laurits Photography came out and gave everyone a run through on the awesome ShootQ. Here is a shot of Eric giving a little background on his photography. Hey if photography doesn't work out for Eric, he might have a career in multiaccent ventriloquism rockin the Brooklyn or Dorchestah accents.

1 Phonebooth, 3 Photographers, lots of laughs :)

2008-03-06T12:04:00.006-05:00

So last night Doug, Shyla and I met up in Cambridge for a little dinner and some fun with the cameras. First I want to warn anyone getting into a car with Doug to keep their eyes peeled for Ninja Possums they jump out in front of the car without warning.

First the 3 of us went to a place called RedBones for some BBQ and spent some time listening to Doug impersonate a horrible Boston accent :) I was crying, I was laughing so hahd at the accent.
After dinner we stopped for some coffee and photo talk minus the accent. As soon as we started to talk flash it was time to play. We were soon asked to stop flashing in the coffee shop and moved on outside. We messed around shooting some stuff in the square(sorry all the photos are in Shyla's camera so keep checking her blog to see them when she posts) After the square we headed inside a pahking gahage in Hahvahd squahe. Here is just a couple shots. Go check out Shyla's and Doug's blogs to see the rest(There are a few of me doing handstands). Remember I just had a cup of coffee and it was like 11pm but it's all fun :)

The 3 of us in a phone booth, Doug's such a good sport.

I just had to post the cone photo

and yes todays my bday :) Thanks to everyone that has wished me a happy birthday this morning you guys/girls are so nice. I hope you all have a great day too.

Fed
Cambridge MA Wedding Photographer