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I’M THE BOSTON WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER FOR THOSE WHO SAY THEY ARE AWKWARD IN FRONT OF A CAMERA

I’m described as a serial fried chicken eater, positivity engager, and lover of bad puns. I speak quickly (so keep up) and am more excited about your wedding cake than you are.

I wan’t always a Boston wedding photographer. I studied finance and computer science and started my career as a management consultant.Photography was always in my life and I photographed everything – families, headshots, nightclubs, and was even a staff photographer for Playboy for 8 years. So why weddings, you ask? I believe in the power of commitment, meaningful moments… and I really like cake. Yeah… I’m really just here for the cake.

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Nicole Chan, a Boston wedding photographer, creates an earnest narrative of the moments you didn’t even know existed. Scroll through her portfolio, and you will feel like the proverbial fly on the wall, drunk on love. Her photographs, full of personality and creativity, is a reflection of you. She promises to approach your wedding day with an open heart and looks forward to creating authentic images for you and your family.

Nicole is an award-winning member of the International Society of Professional Wedding Photographers (ISPWP) and World Photojournalist Association (WJPA). She has been named 2016 Top 100 Wedding photographers in the US and BrideBox’s Top 20 Wedding Photographers. Her photographs have been published in Grace Ormonde, The Boston Globe, Martha Stewart Weddings, The New York Times, and more.

  • Asian-owned
  • Pacific Islander-owned
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
High-Res Images
Albums
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Video
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Negatives
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Nicole Chan Photography

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Nicole Chan Photography delivers stunning, natural, and editorial wedding photos that capture candid emotion and details. The team is organized, calm, and professional, often going beyond photography to help with dress bustle or small emergencies. Clients praise the excellent communication and remarkably fast gallery turnarounds. Highly recommended.

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Nicole Chan Photography delivers stunning, natural, and editorial wedding photos that capture candid emotion and details. The team is organized, calm, and professional, often going beyond photography to help with dress bustle or small emergencies. Clients praise the excellent communication and remarkably fast gallery turnarounds. Highly recommended.

Sarah
Sarah Sent on 06/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating

If you want an outstanding wedding, hire Nicole and her team immediately.

Hiring Nicole and her team was hands-down one of the best decisions my husband and I made for our wedding. Not only are the photos and videos absolutely incredible, but Nicole's personality, responsiveness, and ability to put both us and everyone around us at ease are truly exceptional.

We consider ourselves a pretty unphotogenic couple, but Nicole gave us clear, reassuring guidance every step of the way, and somehow made us look completely natural. She is the perfect balance of professional, organized, warm, and calming. So many of our guests commented on how impressed they were with her and how comfortable she made everyone feel.

Beyond taking stunning photos, Nicole helped make our wedding day feel calmer. She gave just enough direction without making anything feel staged, and she somehow managed to capture so many candid moments while blending into the background. Looking through our gallery feels like reliving the entire day.

On top of all that, her turnaround time for delivering our photos was mind-blowing. We couldn't be happier with the entire experience and will treasure these memories forever. I honestly want to get married again just so we can work with Nicole one more time!
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Pua Sent on 09/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Editorial, Timeless, and Truly Us

We had the pleasure of working with Nicole Chan Photography and her broader team, and from the very start they impressed us. They arrived on time and worked together like a well oiled machine, which let us relax and enjoy the day knowing everything was in great hands.

From my first conversation with Nicole, I knew I had found the right person to capture our wedding. She didn’t just respond quickly, she genuinely listened. I shared that my wife and I are into fashion and wanted our photos to feel more editorial than traditional, and she and her team embraced that vision completely. Every shot feels intentional, elevated, and true to us. I also made it clear how important it was to capture our family as well as our guests’ outfits (we love a good fit pic), and they MORE than delivered. Looking through our gallery feels like flipping through the pages of a magazine, and it becomes more special every time we revisit it.

One of my favorite memories of the night is when my family performed a traditional Samoan dance. There was a moment when other family members joined in, and Nicole’s team was seamlessly ready to capture it all. They didn’t miss a beat, documenting the spontaneity and joy of the tradition in a way that felt completely natural and true.

The turnaround was also incredible. We received our full gallery the next day, which still amazes me. Nicole and her team didn’t just take photos, they created a visual story that reflects who we are: fun, fashion forward, emotional, timeless, and deeply connected to family. Hiring them was one of the best decisions we made.
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Jeannie Sent on 07/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Effortless, Beautiful, and So Personal

Nicole Chan and her team were phenomenal. From start to finish, they made us feel so special and truly understood our goals for the day. Early on in the planning process, Nicole provided a clear and thoughtful photography timeline that aligned seamlessly with our general wedding schedule. She made helpful suggestions for organizing family portraits and, on the day of, adjusted things with ease to keep everything flowing naturally.

Instead of the day feeling like a checklist of photos, it felt relaxed, intentional, and fun. Nicole knew what worked and guided us through each moment with calm confidence. It genuinely felt like we had another coordinator by our side. She read the room so well and knew exactly when to pull us for a quick photo and when to let us just enjoy the moment.

We were completely blown away when she turned over a full gallery of stunning photos within 19 hours. Not only were the images beautiful and full of emotion, but they also captured the spirit of the day perfectly. Some of our favorite moments were the creative aerial drone shots on the beach and the romantic walk out on the pier for gorgeous in-water photos. She made those moments feel natural and cinematic all at once.

To top it off, Nicole gave us a deeply thoughtful and culturally meaningful wedding gift to honor Chinese wedding traditions. It was such a touching and personal gesture. We are so grateful to her and her team for going above and beyond in every way.
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Satvika Sent on 02/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best photographer ever

Nicole and her team are wonderful. She was so easy to work with, organized, and communicative. It is clear she has a gift for photography and loves what she does. Her and her team were punctual, efficient and such a calming presence. I cannot say enough good things about her and her team. She captured some heartfelt moments and I am so grateful we went with her. Easily one of the best decisions we made.
Timothy
Timothy Sent on 01/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Photos of our Winter Wedding

Tim and I cannot say enough wonderful things about Nicole Chan Photography and the incredible job Nicole did capturing our wedding day. From the start, Nicole made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. Planning our Boston wedding from Oregon could have brought a ton of stress and chaos, but Nicole was organized and communicated with us well to ensure we were all on the same page with expectations and the details that we were looking for her to capture on our wedding day.
Our day began with photos at the Envoy Hotel before transitioning to Woods Hill Pier 4 for our ceremony and dinner, and she captured every moment beautifully, including the chilly walk over. Even though it was a freezing December day in Boston, Nicole was game to head outside with us multiple times for photos, and those outdoor shots turned out to be some of our absolute favorites. The way she and her assistant captured the little details and candid moments throughout the day was nothing short of incredible.
Nicole took every shot we requested and went above and beyond to include our dog, William, in some truly special images. At one point, William made a bit of a mess, and Nicole graciously jumped in to help Tim with the cleanup—her kindness and willingness to assist didn’t go unnoticed. She made both Tim and me feel completely comfortable in front of the camera, which allowed our images to exceed even our highest expectations.
We can’t stop looking at the images Nicole and her team delivered—they perfectly captured the essence of our wedding day. From the big moments to the small, personal details, every photo feels meaningful and timeless. Nicole’s professionalism, warmth, and talent made her an absolute joy to work with.
If you’re looking for a photographer who will not only meet but exceed your expectations, Nicole Chan Photography is the perfect choice. We are so grateful to her for giving us these stunning memories to cherish forever!
Diana
Diana Sent on 01/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Everything we dreamed of!!!

Nicole Chan is the best photographer we ever could have hoped to work with. Beyond that, she is the best person we could have ever hoped to work with. From the moment we met her it was clear how much joy she has for capturing beautiful memories and how much passion she puts into her work. She put us at ease right away and made us feel so comfortable. We initially reached out to Nicole for photo and video coverage of our December 2024 wedding because her portfolio is exquisite. What we could not see from her work alone was the dedication, care, consideration, and personalized attention she puts into every session. I highly recommend booking an engagement photo session with Nicole so you will have the chance to get to know her before your big day. Our photos came back astoundingly quickly after our wedding and though the video coverage is still in the works, we have absolutely no doubt that we will be thrilled with the results. Throughout the wedding planning process, I corresponded with Nicole countless times and she always got back to me right away, assuring me that everything would come together while making helpful suggestions based on her expertise. She helped me craft a detailed timeline and I felt so reassured going into the wedding that Nicole and her team would bring everything to life. The whole team was extremely professional the day of, capturing every shot we had planned and using their talent to capture beautiful candid moments that ended up being some of our favorite photos. Nicole even assisted with buttoning and bustling my dress, truly going above and beyond expectations. We always knew that our wedding day would fly by, so it was extremely important to us to find a photographer and videographer who we could trust to capture every moment. Thanks to Nicole and her team, we now have precious memories that will last a lifetime! If you are looking for a genius photographer who is also the ultimate professional and a joy to be around, please consider Nicole Chan! We are forever grateful!
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Alex Sent on 12/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

10 out of 10 from beginning to end

Nicole is so incredibly talented and her portfolio so stunning that I asked to book her before we even had a wedding date or venue, and I am so glad she said yes. Nicole is organized, detail-oriented, thoughtful, and SO kind and personable and easy to get along with; we built great rapport with her during our engagement shoot, and despite us not being serious people, she created some genuinely lovely and romantic shots. On the wedding day, Nicole and Maya were efficient AND fun to work with, and they kept the day and people moving. Nicole has a great eye for portraits, and also captured the most beautiful candids of our guests and of us; she delivered exactly what we were looking for, and I am so grateful for the gorgeous gallery she provided (in under 72 hours!!!). Our guests have also been in awe. We absolutely loved working with Nicole and would highly recommend both her and her team.
Brittany
Brittany Sent on 08/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Best!!

We can't say enough wonderful things about Nicole and her team! From start to finish, they were absolutely fantastic. Nicole and Karen were incredibly organized, making our wedding day so much less stressful. They managed to capture every special moment perfectly, and the photos are stunning! We were blown away by how quickly we received them.

Nicole even managed to work her magic with our cats, who are notorious for being difficult to photograph—she literally herded cats! We feel so lucky to have had such a great experience and highly recommend Nicole to anyone looking for a wedding photographer.

Thank you, Nicole, for everything!
L
Laura Sent on 08/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible Experience

What an unbelievably amazingly turnaround time-- I'm amazed by Nicole's speed, and also by the wonderful quality of the photos she took. We love these so much, and we loved having her there as our photographer.
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Parita Sent on 08/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

City Hall Elopement Photoshoot

Nicole and her assistant did a small shoot for our elopement at city hall with our immediate family. It was a group of 15 including young children and they were both so kind and patient with our whole group and the pictures came out amazing. Nicole found some great spots to take beautiful pictures and didn't stress when we were interrupted by some background photo bombers. She made the whole process stress-free and seamless for us and was so quick getting the pictures back to us! She was so responsive throughout the process. The whole family looked through the pictures together and we all thought she did such a wonderful job! We can’t wait to work with Nicole and her team again!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

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Nicole Chan Photography frequently asked questions

Nicole Chan Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Nicole Chan Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • High-Res Images
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
Nicole Chan Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
Nicole Chan Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Video
  • Wedding Portraits
Nicole Chan Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Nicole Chan Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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