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Scarborough and Portland Maine Newborn Photographer, Newborn Photos, Baby Photos
Landon reached out to me to help plan a surprise proposal at the famous lighthouse at Fort Williams Park in Cape Elizabeth, Maine.
Landon and I planned this out over the phone a week in advance. We decided he would take a selfie of them together and then a photo of her "looking out at the lighthouse". When she was looking out over the beautiful ocean, he got down on one knee. She never saw me (acting like a random tourist also photographing the water from far away). When she found out I was actually there to photograph HER proposal, the reaction was adorable.
Let me help you plan your proposal in Maine. We can find the perfect spot and timing to make the proposal easy and memorable!
Ally
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How cute are these little blondies? Thanks for joining me for Minis 2022!
Little baby T is going to grow up with Portland Photo Co.! She's scheduled for a First Year Package that allows us to see each other every 3 months! Check out our 3 months session... Check out her photo wall - these are a mix of Portland Photo Co. photos and her own, but I'm obsessed!!!
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I loved this colorful garden wedding! The day was perfect… the couple was so genuine and so loving and fun! Thanks for letting me be a part of it! 
Hotel: LimeRock Inn
Venue: Merryspring Nature Center
Car: Drive Maine
Catering: Tripp's Farmhouse Cafe
Flowers: Swell Farm
Bridesmaid dresses: the bride!
This little beauty was such a joy to photograph, and I can't wait to watch her grow up with the Portland Photo Co. First Year Package
Maine Wedding Barn and Event Center, Minot Maine
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We were greeted by rainy skies when we arrived, but for some reason, it all cleared up just as it became time to walk down the aisle. I love Harborview for their unique "Aisle". It spans the garden and hill allowing everyone to take in each friend and family member who is part of the wedding party. The view here is what you sign up for, and it did not disappoint for their July wedding. The sunsets on Peaks are some of the best and we got a treat this night.
Congrats to you, Adam and Rhen. I hope you continue to have an adventurous life ahead of you!
We moved off the island last year, so we love any reason to head back. We even brought Jamie's Tahoe (legit work truck) to escort the bride and groom to our favorite photo spots. If you are getting married on Peaks, you basically HAVE to get to the backside for ocean photos.
Funny coincidence: I had been to the rental house Kayla found before. I photographed a wedding there in 2014 - the owners of the house were using it to get ready as well. Beautiful bride Kristin is in the same spot as Kayla <3 It was so cool to be back there, and a cool reminder that I've been doing this for a while now!
And here are Kayla and her friends in the same livingroom...
Venue: TEIA Club Peaks Island, ME
Food: Mainely Burgers
Drinks: Mainely Sips
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Bakery: Baked With Love
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Little kids love unicorns. No one really knows why... maybe because they are usually shown with giant sparkling horns and colorful rainbows overhead. Whatever the reason, it's adorable to see a child, seeing a unicorn in real life. I'm so excited Tonya came to me with this opportunity last spring. We've loved sharing Starlight the Unicorn with these little kiddos...
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I was very excited to join Jen and Ryan at Autumn Lane Estate for their Maternity Photos of their soon-to-be-born twins!
Check out their venue here: https://www.theautumnlane.com
With a gorgeous view of Sebago Lake, this backdrop was perfect for a winter session. Thank you for letting us use the property!
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Saltwater Grille wedding reception in South Portland, ME
This was a COVID safe, micro wedding in Maine. Contact me for Micro Wedding Packages! [email protected]
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2020 Fall Mini Sessions were a success!
I photographed little Reid when he was just a few days old... at his home, literally weeks into COVID lockdown. We took every precaution and I'm so glad we did. Being a photographer during a pandemic is hard... moments still happen in life, we don't stop having babies or having birthdays or holidays just because a pandemic is devastating the world. It is fairly easy to safely photograph families, weddings, etc because photographers naturally stay far away from clients (lenses, hello). Newborn sessions are much different. Photographers often hold, pose, dress and comfort newborns. This part isn't possible right now, which means photos look a little different from the snuggly, sleepy, posed photos we are used to. But Reid didn't want to sleep anyway, so we were good to go :)
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I was so happy to be able to photography little Noah, despite being wrapped up in a mask for COVID protection. Thank you to Mom and Dad for sharing his first days with Portland Photo Co. It was a pleasure!
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I offer hand edited (no tripod and timer here) photos - 30-50 photos of each home, sent to you via gallery with high resolution files. I also offer 3D virtual tours, and "matterport" style Dollhouse floorplans. I include multiple angles as well as up-close photos of items of interests - countertops, flooring colors, etc. And everything is color matched to real life - no yellow or blurry photos here!
With the COVID-19 scare, I'm offering services to help:
- I'm a licensed REALTOR, so I can view the homes alone
- I am super flexible and can turnaround photos in just a day or two
- I am self sufficient... I'll offer suggestions on cleaning and de-cluttering for photos
- I have safety measures to ensure I only touch the front doorknob (with gloves)
Producing a #D virtual tour is imperative during this global epidemic. Creating floorplans and tours are the only safe way to show homes right now. Don't put your business on hold, call me today to schedule the best way to show your home!
Check out the adorable photos we were able to capture for his first days...
babies with dogs, brother holding baby, family newborn photos,
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I also love that they chose a winter wedding! This winter wedding was exactly what you'd imagine - even with some snowflakes!
Congratulations Jennifer and Ryan! <3
Venue: DiMillos
Dress: Andrea's Bridal
Cookies: Nothing Bakes Like a Parrott
Make Up: Danaface
Hair: Allie Green at Tove Salon
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Senior photos taken at the Spring Point Lighthouse in South Portland, Maine. Great lighting at sunset, and less tourists make the evenings here the best time for photos. Seniors, take note! :)
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Maine Newborn Photography - Portland and Southern Maine
I offer first-year packages with multiple sessions - check out www.portlandphotocompany.com for more information on my newborn photo sessions!
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They each got prepared at home, with lots of family and bridal party with them.
I don't think I've seen such an awesome processional as I did at the Hitching Post. What a great way to arrive! The guests were seated at the top of the hill, complete with long benches, Fall flowers lining the aisle and lots of smiles!
As Avery approached with her Dad (and StepDad!), they walked through the door at the top of the hill, which kept her hidden while she walked up.
During the ceremony, their daughter wanted to be a bigger part of the day and insisted on being picked up to be near Mom and Dad - simply adorable!
Thank you to all of the awesome vendors that worked to make this wedding so wonderful <3
Florals: Ruth Warren and Kathy Walker
Catering: Blowin' Smoke BBQ
Makeup: Jessica Candage Glam Artist
DJ: DJ FIlthy Rich
Cake: Baked with Love
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Fall Family Photos in Maine! There is nothing like them... and I'm offering Mini Sessions again in November. Check www.portlandphotocompany.com for more information.
- Ally
Hotel: Portland Harbor Hotel
Ceremony Site: Portland Maine City Hall
Reception: Solo Italiano
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Cake: Cake Elizabeth
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I had the best time photographing Jenna and Tim's Engagement photos at Fort Williams Park in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. They were visiting from Florida and fell in love with Maine's coast, Maine's greenery and Maine's people.
Thank you for choosing me to shoot these with you, and congratulations!!!!
<3 Ally
I love love. I say it all the time.
This recommitment ceremony at Sebago Lake was everything it should be. It included a bride and a groom recommitting to another decade together. They included their family, their friends and most importantly, their 4 children.
Maine Senior Photographer, Maine Senior Portraits, Senior Photos, Portland Maine Senior
Shooting these photos with little Myah was just as magical as Starlight the Unicorn's horn. She was delightful, adorable and so so charming. Thank you for hanging out with us at Hidden Grace Farm for this Unicorn Mini Session, Myah!
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Choosing a photographer for your corporate headshots can feel overwhelming... but it doesn't have to be! With flexible scheduling, affordable pricing and a mobile studio to come to you, Portland Photo Co. has everything you need to look like a rockstar for scheduling headshots for your team!
Portland Maine headshot photographer, taking corporate portraits in Southern Maine.
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I don't believe the PYC allows many weddings at their facility, but it is truly an experience. The dock was a great place to say their vows, and Jenn and Tim were the perfect couple to hold a wedding there. I truly enjoyed being a part of their wedding day... from the laid back preparations, to the smiles through the sprinkling rain, these guys were the picture of true love. Thank you for choosing me!
Ally
Happy Birthday little M!
Maine Children's Photographer, Maine Family Photos, Portland Maine Photographer, Studio Portraits
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This elopement was so fun! The bride was stunning and so wonderful to photograph. Such a sweet family... Thank you for choosing Portland Photo Co. to photography your elopement!
Ally
I strive to capture them exactly as they are that day that they are with me. When they are seniors getting ready to graduate high school to move onto the next phase of life…
Whether it’s sports acting and dancing theatrics or just a great sense of style, I want to capture them and their personalities through every photo. Our use posing techniques as well as candidates to really bring out their personality.
The best feeling is when the seniors feel really great about themselves in their photos and parents thank me profusely for capturing their babies before they leave home for their next adventure. I welcome mom and dad to come along during the session but usually having a little bit of space with the seniors the best way to get them to be more comfortable.
This couple contacted me after finding another Portland City Hall wedding published on Pinterest from a couple years ago. See that wedding here.
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Venue: Falmouth Country Club
Flowers: Bad Rabbit Flowers
DJ: DJ Brody Pagel
Musicians: Northern Lights Strings
Maine Wedding Photographer Ally Reynolds
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Have you ever noticed on a shopping website when you flip through different colors, that the model doesn't change? If you're like. me you've sat there going "Hmm... did they REALLY get the same exact photo of each color, or is that a trick?" It's a trick. It's one photographers use often to manipulate colors and what your eye sees vs what reality is. Here's an example:
Photoshop is an incredible tool that can manipulate color, skin textures, even completely remove items from photos. It's a powerful thing to change reality. Be on the lookout for this technique!
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-Ally
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Gorgeous peacock inspired city hall wedding in Maine during the winter. 😍 #weddingphotography #colorfulwedding #wedding #weddingideas #weddingphotographer #weddinginspirations #weddingideas #weddinginspo #weddingstyle #weddingfashion #weddingblogger #weddingplanning #bridebook #vscowedding #realmaineweddings #mainephotographer #marthaweddings #bridebook #peacock #cityhallwedding #cityhall #townhall #elopement #weddinginspiration
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Grace Restaurant - Reception Venue
Watershed Floral - Wedding Bouquet
Unitarian Church - Wedding Ceremony
Portland, Maine Wedding
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Fourth of July Wedding on Great Diamond Island in beautiful Casco Bay, Maine
Newborn Photographer | Maine Newborn Photographer
Peaks Island Wedding - Fifth Maine Wedding
Mariner's Church Portland, ME
Bright colors in weddings offer something fun to look at - they can brighten up a dark room, add to a light and airy feel, or be the pop of color you want in your photos. Bride used very bright purples, vibrant whites and reds in her bouquet.
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Church: First Parish
Reception: Grace Restaurant
Ceremony and Reception York Harbor Inn
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Congratulations! Enjoy your gallery :)
~Ally
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Maine Wedding Photographer: Portland Photo Co.
Maine DJ Services: MRKEntertainment
Ceremony site: SMCC Spring Point
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Pulling this gorgeous wedding from the archive... I love everything about this location. If you are looking for a wedding location that offers a unique vibe, plenty of room and gorgeous views, you cannot go wrong here at Sunday River.
Michaela and Scott had SO. MUCH. LOVE. on their wedding day. I mean outpourings of love from everyone -parents, aunts, friends, babies. Everyone had a blast and it was a major celebration. Congratulations for making a fantastic evening a memory for so many... including me!
Venue: Sunday River Sliders Restaurant
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As Kyle and her mom told the story about how Tim proposed, they all lit up. Kyle's grandmother said it was fantastic that he had done it during a holiday when they were all there to see it. Aww...
Bride blowing her soon-to-be husband a kiss through the window. She was so cute and refused to look at him... what perfect timing for this!
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I will most definitely be adding some of their dancing photos to this blog as well, because, as I told them... I have never seen such participation at a wedding before. Unmatched enthusiasm would be a good way to explain it. Awesome wedding you two.
<3 Congratulations
Ceremony and Reception were held in Harvard, Massachusettes:
Venue: Fruitlands Museum
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Portland Photo Co. was delighted to be a part of this wedding. Not only were Kyle and Tim an amazing couple, they also knew how to throw a party. We have never seen that many guests dance at a wedding. Congratulations guys, we wish you many many years of love and celebration!
You can check out their wedding photos here:
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I first met little Julia when she was just a handful of days old. She was adorable then and so sweet, so it's not surprise she was a delight to photograph at 7 months. I can't wait to see this little gal again in the Spring!
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Ceremony and Reception: North Peak Lodge, Sunday River Maine
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Peaks Island, Maine Wedding at Jone's Landing
Nautical Wedding on Peaks Island, Portland, Maine 04108
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Portland Photo Co. is the perfect photographer for amazing photos where we'll help you look your best, without breaking the bank.
Mackenzie was someone who said she was uncomfortable around the camera. She wasn't sure what she was going for in terms of poses, but we helped to bring her out of her shell and let her true personality shine through. She was so happy with her photos she ordered a ton!
This package includes an 11x14, three 8x10s, ten 5x7s, ten 4x6s and twenty-four wallets. It was our pleasure working with Mackenzie.
Since both mom and dad ride horses, we wanted to incorporate that in her newborn photos. Baby on a saddle, why not?
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Congratulations Jenna & Ray! We wish you a lifetime of happiness and thank you for choosing Portland Photo Co.
Ceremony: Wilde Memorial Chapel Evergreen Cemetery
Reception: Holiday Inn By the Bay
Photographers: Portland Photo Co.
Facebook Page: Portland Photo Co.
We love taking photos of newborns! Hospital sessions are getting more and more popular, for the unique and special moments they remind us of... those first hours of life.
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Ceremony & Reception: The Woodland's Club
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And since Paige's Dad is in the army, of course we had to take one of these:
Maine family photographers, Portland Photo Co. is available for Southern Maine and New England photo sessions.
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Many couples will preserve their bouquet, the top tier from their wedding cake and their wedding dress, but stop to think about the other details as well – make sure you save a program, a wedding invitation and any other one-of-a-kind details that you’ll want to remember in 25 years.
Your best memories of that day will be your wedding photos.
Snapshots of moments throughout your day to remember not just how you looked, but how you felt and experienced the day together. If you think about it, after the cake is cut and the gifts are unwrapped, your photos are the one source of reliving the day. Make sure you hire a photographer that shares your vision of what you want to see when you look back. If you are relaxed around your photographer you’ll trust them to capture amazing photos and that trust will be evident in every image.
We thought we’d take a few minutes to explain what we do after the wedding day so you know what to expect when you hire Portland Photo Company as your wedding photographers.
Backup, backup, backup.
When we get home from shooting the wedding we immediately make copies of all photos from the day.
Sneak Peek
If you'd like, after your wedding we post a sneak peek from your wedding day on Facebook and tag you in the photos. (This can wait until you return from your honeymoon.) Seeing your friends comment ”You’re so beautiful!” “Congrats guys!”... promise they’ll make you smile.
Blog Post
A few days after your that, I post your wedding on my blog, link to it on Facebook and tag you. The blog post is usually our favorite 10-15 images from your wedding day.
Online Gallery
We’ll send you a link to a handful of our favorite photos in an online gallery. This gallery also offers the ability to order prints online, so you can forward the link to your friends and family so they can start enjoying the photos.
Image CD
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3:00 – Bride dresses – candids of the bride getting ready
3:30 – bride & groom’s first look/portraits
4:00 – bridal party and family portraits
4:45 – portraits done – bridal party freshens up while guests arrive and I photograph ceremony details
5:00 – ceremony (perfect light for an outdoor ceremony is 1 hour before sunset)
5:30 – ceremony ends
5:30 – cocktail hour begins (enjoy cocktails with your guests or take a few more portraits – up to you!)
6:00 – all portraits complete and I photograph reception details
6:30 – grand entrance/first dance
7:00 – dinner
7:45 – toasts/special dances
8:30 – cake cutting/open dancing
8:45 – bouquet/garter toss
9:00 – photography coverage ends
1. Think through the details of your day and plan your wedding timeline.
Wedding Timelines are GREAT, but they are really just a starting point. Things will happen during the day that will cause the timeline to get a little tight or adjusted and if you keep that in mind as you plan your timeline your wedding day will be much less stressful. If you think you’ll need 30 minutes to get ready, plan an hour. Give yourself some breathing room so you can sit and exhale or spend a quiet moment with your fiancé. Take time to enjoy the day and really soak it all in.
If you like the idea of seeing each other prior to the ceremony, then we highly recommend a first look and shooting all formal portraits prior to the ceremony. The portraits generally take an hour (20 min for bride/groom and 40 min for the wedding party). If you choose to see each other before the ceremony, the time that we spend shooting you as a couple can be a special time for the two of you to share a glass of champagne, or catch the guests at the cocktail hour if you prefer.
After the ceremony, we find that most brides and grooms are not very excited to do portraits but would rather spend time interacting with their loved ones and guests. If you choose the traditional approach of shooting portraits after the ceremony, make sure to time your ceremony so there is sufficient light available. Natural light makes all the difference in the quality of your photos. Always plan at least a half hour after the ceremony to interact with your guests before beginning portraits (or make a plan to rush off if you'd prefer to wait before socializing). And if you’re having your reception at a location separate from the ceremony make sure to plan for travel time in addition to the time for portraits.
2. Make sure we are aware of any “must have” shots. And speak up if we aren’t remembering.
We usually shoot the following family/party portraits:
- Bride & Groom
- B & G with Bride’s parents
- B & G with Bride’s extended family
- B & G with Groom’s parents
- B & G with Groom’s extended family
- Bridal party all together
- Bride with bridesmaids (grouped & individually)
- Groom with groomsmen (grouped & individually)
If there are any others that you would like to have, just let us know. We recommend that you keep this list as short as possible. We've shot weddings before with long lists of formal portraits and everyone involved gets fidgety and eager for cocktails. The goal is natural smiles and real expressions, and if everyone is ready to eat that becomes really obvious in the family photos. We will be shooting constantly throughout the day and when you’re looking back through the images, it’s the ones with true emotion and real expressions that you will really cherish.
3. Make sure everyone is aware of the style of photography you have chosen.
As you’re aware, our style of photography is highly photo-journalistic. We will be following you throughout the day and shooting all the details and special moments as they happen. Sometimes that means we are crouched in a corner while your makeup is getting applied and other times it means standing up in a limo for a shot on the way to the ceremony. Occasionally we're on our knees or standing on a chair to get the best angle. This can seem odd to friends and family members that are familiar with traditional/posed wedding photography.
It is important to communicate your excitement about your choice for photography to your family and friends. One way to get them familiar with us is to share our sites and have them poke around (www.portlandphotocompany.com) and our blog (www.portlandphotoco.blogspot.com). When they see examples of our work they should better understand what we are doing on your wedding day - and why we are laying on the floor. This will also help them feel more comfortable around the camera. Encourage them to ignore us as much as possible. We try to be unobtrusive and invisible throughout the day so we can get more natural shots. Preparing your family and friends will help everyone enjoy the day and insure that we capture true emotion as it happens.
4. Enjoy your day!
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