They don't stay this small forever


There’s something magical about photographing motherhood in a place that already feels like a story waiting to be told. This end-of-summer motherhood session took place in the open fields of Medfield State Hospital, one of my favorite locations in Massachusetts for beautiful, cinematic portraits. The long grass, golden light, and wide-open space created the perfect backdrop for their emotionally-driven portraits.

From the moment we stepped onto the grounds, the evening light wrapped around them like a warm blanket. Niamh ran through the field with her toddler chasing behind her, tossed him into the air as he squealed with the kind of joy only a two-year-old can muster, and wrapped him into the softest sunset hugs. These are the moments I love to photograph—authentic motherhood that feels nostalgic the second you see it.

The entire session had a vintage, almost dreamlike feel, with warm tones, soft movement, and that slightly imperfect, film-inspired texture that makes an image feel like a memory instead of just a picture. Medfield State Hospital always lends itself to storytelling, but during late summer, when the grass glows and the sun hangs low, it becomes pure magic.

My goal is always to preserve connection in the most natural and artistic way possible. Sessions like this remind me why I love focusing on candid, relationship-centered moments. You don’t need props, perfect outfits, or stiff poses, just genuine love, a beautiful location, and a willingness to play.

If you're looking for a Massachusetts family photographer or want your own motherhood session at Medfield State Hospital, I’d love to help you create images that feel as heartfelt and timeless as this evening with Niamh and her little one.

A couple walks through a scenic coastal trail with tall grass and blue sky on a sunny summer day.
A joyful moment captured in a sunlit meadow with tall grass and evergreen trees in the background.
A collage of candid family moments shows people embracing and laughing together outdoors in warm sunlight.
A baby reaches for a dandelion seed head held by someone in a sunny outdoor setting.
A couple walks together through a scenic meadow with tall grass and trees under a bright blue summer sky.
A series of black and white photos showing a person walking through a grassy hillside landscape.
A couple walks along a grassy hilltop path against a bright blue sky on a sunny afternoon.
A series of outdoor family portraits taken in a golden field during sunset showing tender embraces and candid moments.
A white vintage-style dress flows gracefully in a series of spinning motion shots against a dark forest background.
A couple sits together on a blanket in a grassy field during golden hour sunset.
Two people in white dresses embrace lovingly in a sunlit meadow at golden hour.
A series of black and white photographs showing two figures in white dresses embracing in a grassy field.
A couple embraces in a rustic outdoor setting during golden hour with tall grass and trees in the background.
A series of panoramic photos showing a golden field at sunset with silhouettes of people and trees in the distance.
Child in white shirt explores wildflowers in a sunny meadow while someone sits in the background on a summer afternoon.
A person in a white shirt sits in a grassy field during golden hour sunset.
A small hand reaches out to touch a delicate plant stem in a sunlit garden setting.
A couple in white attire walks through a golden wheat field during sunset creating a romantic silhouette.
A golden-lit outdoor photo series shows someone in a white dress walking through tall grass at sunset.
A silhouette stands in a golden field at sunset with glowing backlight illuminating the tall grass and foliage.