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PORTRAIT, STUDIO, EDITORIAL Amanda Macchia PORTRAIT, STUDIO, EDITORIAL Amanda Macchia

She Was Always a Star: Briar Blush, RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18, and the Magic We Made Before the Mainstage

Boston's own pin-up princess Briar Blush brought her retro-gothic glamour to RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 — and we’ve had a front-row seat to her artistry long before she ever stepped into the werk room. This post celebrates Briar's unforgettable run on the show as we look back at the creative partnership between one of Boston's most exciting drag performers and AMP!

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EDITORIAL, PORTRAIT, STUDIO Amanda Macchia EDITORIAL, PORTRAIT, STUDIO Amanda Macchia

Whimsy Unleashed: A Captivating Alice in Wonderland Drag Shoot Across Three Enchanting Backdrops

Step into a world where fantasy meets fabulousness as we dive down the rabbit hole of an Alice in Wonderland-themed drag shoot. Join us on this extraordinary journey as we follow seven drag artists through the looking glass in three distinct backdrops, each more magical, or ridiculous than the last. From falling down the looking glass with the Queen of Hearts to entering the mad hatter’s tea party with Alice…

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EDITORIAL, PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia EDITORIAL, PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia

Ice Castle Adventure Session with Abigail Seabrook

It was -10℉ and windy when we ventured into the White Mountains for this photoshoot. Our model and friend Abigail Seabrook was an absolute powerhouse to work with under those conditions. We couldn’t have done it without her partner Dylan and my P.A. Mike Krodel. It really makes such a difference having a team on days like these…

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GRADUATION, FAMILY, PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia GRADUATION, FAMILY, PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia

Winter Senior Session at Beaver Brook Reservation in Belmont

Winter can be a magical time for photo shoots, especially for senior sessions and portraits. The crisp air, frosty landscapes, and cozy comfort-wear provide a perfect combination for capturing blissful winter memories. If you're looking for a unique location for your senior session, Beaver Brook Reservation in Belmont, Massachusetts, might be just what you're looking for…

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PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia

Portrait: Best Friend Session at the Ladyfinger Lounge

What a sincere pleasure it was celebrating femininity and friendship with Bette and Karen at the Ladyfinger Lounge this past winter, both proof that age ain’t nothing but a number. Best friend sessions are so underrated! They’re some of the most important, unique, magical relationships in our lives, so let’s capture that beauty…

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COMMERCIAL, PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia COMMERCIAL, PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia

Branding: Celebrating the Lovely Lesley Lane at the Ladyfinger Lounge

The Ladyfinger Lounge in downtown Newburyport’s The Garrison Inn is one of my favorite places to have sessions, and it’s absolutely perfect for branding. If you’re looking for a refresh of content, or need a full suite of photos to compliment your brand, reach out to plan your session with us. We’d love to hear your brand story and help you tell it with joy and authenticity…

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CHILDREN, PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia CHILDREN, PORTRAIT Amanda Macchia

Portrait: Edgy Senior Session at Quincy Quarries

There’s nothing like capturing that senior energy and this one was no different. Liliana is such a unique, incredible soul and this location was entirely her choice. We knew when she picked it for her senior session that she was our kind of person. Her edgy style against the epic graffiti-laden backdrop and PERFECT golden hour glow of the quarries had us spinning…

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