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Welcome to my Photography Blog!

This is where you can get a taste of my photography style while getting peeks into sessions that are currently being produced in the studio and around Massachusetts. This does not replace my website. Please still visit www.paulaswift.com to find out more info about session rates, availability and see galleries dedicated to all my styles. A little background on me; I was staff photojournalist at the Worcester Telegram and Gazette in Worcester, Mass. from 1995-2005. I started my photography business in 2004 and opened my photography studio in 2006. I hold two College degrees in photography as well many awards in photojournalism and portrait photography. My photography specialties include, maternity portraits, newborn photography, baby photos, children lifestyle photography, family portraiture, couples photography, high school senior portraits and sports photography. Paula Swift Photography, Inc. studio is located in Framingham, Mass. and I  travel throughout New England for on location portraits and beach sessions.

I do not offer event or wedding photography.  

Comments are always welcomed. Thanks for looking!


 

FotoFlock by Epson | Featured Photographer Interview | MA Photographer

I’ve had an exciting past 7 days and need time to catch up … but wanted to share another exciting thing.

I was surprised that little old me was contacted by FotoFlock by Epson to be interviewed as their Featured Photographer. “FotoFlock is India’s first community photography portal. Its Supported by Epson and has over 50,000 visitors every month. FotoFlock aims at educating amateur and advanced amateur level photographers and showcasing the work of top photographers from across the globe.” It was a complete honor to be featured with likes of Joyce Tenneson , Brian Smith and many other well known incredible photographers. Kadambari Khaire Ghate from FotoFlock had great interview questions that made me really think about my work , where I’ve been and how far I have come from being a Photojournalist to a Portrait Photographer. Please come visit my interview HERE to read more and meet other photographers in the industry. Thank you again Kadambari and FotoFlock by Epson!
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Cover Image on baystateparent Magazine | Newborn Photographer MA

I was so excited when I was contacted by the editor of baystateparent Magazine, Carrie Wattu to use an image from one of my recent newborn sessions. It was of “Bear” a 2 week old little boy in a bear hat…could of been more perfect for his nickname. He oh so sweet and so was his big sister who is only 17 months old. Here is the image that was used in this months edition. Thank you again Lauren and Craig for allowing BSP to use the image of their beautiful new son and Carrie Wattu and Paula Ethier for choosing the image.
You can see more photos from this session right below this post.

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Beautiful Baby Boy | Newborn Photographer MA | In Home Baby Sessions

Look at this beautiful teddy ” Bear” baby boy..he was just so adorable. His big sister who is just about 1.5 years old was so loving with him..kissing, hugging and holding his hands. I just love capturing moments like this for families. I have been photographing this growing family for a few years now and they are just so relaxed during all the sessions , which so is key to being able to creating these images for them. We had lots of fun trying on new hats that I have been buying for all these new babies I have been photographing..I think Bear has a future in modeling. :) Here are some favorites from their in home newborn and family session.
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New Baby Brother | Boston Newborn Photographer | In Home Baby Session

It was so great to meet this family’s new baby boy. I did their maternity session in the fall and their beautiful son arrived this winter. His brother was so cute with him and I could tell he was so proud to be a big brother. Their new baby boy was so sweet as he slept and even gave us a few of those sleepy smiles. Here are some favorites from their in home newborn session in Boston.
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Beautiful Wintery Senior Session | Central MA Senior Photographer

It was a bit chilly outside when I met this beautiful senior for her outdoor portion of her senior session. She brought along a perfect wintery coat for her session. It went great with the wintery scenery and accented her features wonderfully. We headed over the studio for a more fashion style shoot. She was so much fun to photograph. Here are some favorites for her combo outdoor and in studio session….
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Announcing Paula’s Attic Mini Photo Sessions | MA Portrait Studio | Children’s Photographer Boston

Announcing Mini Theme Sessions… We’ve done these before but not for a few years. I don’t even think we had a blog the last time we had theme minis as I looked back in the archives

This Month we are doing ” Paula’s Attic Minis”, using props that have been collected over the years. $75 for one child ( $25 additional per child- limit of 3 children) for 30 minutes in the studio. Session fee is for time of the shoot, no portraits are included. You will be presented at least 15 proofs online via an online proofing gallery 14 days after the session. There is a 14 day ordering deadline, however if you order with in 7 days; 10% will be taken off your total portrait order. There is a $125 minimum portrait order requirement. Session fee is due at the time of booking session as a retainer for your date and time. All major credit cards and checks are accepted. Session fee is non-refundable, however can be applied to a future session if your child is sick on the day of the session and we are notified of this. No shows forfeit session fee retainer.

This is great for babies sitting on their own up to 6 year olds. Feel free to incorporate any of your own “attic” or personal props. Props will be geared for little boys and little girls changing them a bit to fit the child’s age. Paula will discuss with you clothing ideas that will work with the theme set.

Here is what was captured of Mr. Logan, 2.5 in about 20 minutes. Lots of fun and cute keepsakes of this little boy. Paula will be showing your images in color, black & white and even a few fun “antique” tone. To book your child’s mini session email Paula through her Contact page here. Please mention Paula’s Attic Minis when inquiring. These will be offered for a limited time.

PS Don’t forget to join our Facbook Fan page. :)
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The Bump Feature | Boston Maternity Photographer

I was pleasantly surprised to find out I have a one page feature in The Bump magazine recently. Here is copy of the page and image that was featured. The Bump magazine is great resource for the mom and dad-to-be. Check it out if you are expecting. Lots of fun stuff and information for expectant and new parents.
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Outdoor Children’s Session | Boston Children’s Photographer

It was wonderful seeing this family again to photograph their children for the holidays. We lucked out with a very warm November afternoon and they had beautiful fall foliage in their yard. The youngest daughter was so much fun to photograph…full of personality and her “play” outfit was stylish and fun. Here are some favorites…
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Unique Child’s Session | Boston Children’s Photographer

I just loved this location we met at in Boston. Historic Rowes Wharf offered a unique and beautiful scenic background for this 2 year old’s photography session. She was so adorable and had the cutest smile. The weather was a bit chilly as winter started to arrive on this November session date… she was such a trooper. Here are some favorites…
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Fall Senior Session | Grafton Senior Photographer | Senior Portraits MA

I just loved this senior’s session! We started with the studio and then had to add another day on due to the rainy weather for her outdoor portion of the combo session…which worked out great with the warm fall colors that appeared. She was so easy to photograph and had great outfits to match the locations we used. Here are some favorites…
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