Darren Pellegrino Photography: New Book

I just finished putting together a new book called Cultures: Photographs of India. This is the first in a series of books featuring some images I've shot in different countries. It's a departure from my everyday work doing wedding and commercial photography here in the Boston area. I have featured some of my personal cultural work here on the blog. Most recently some portraits from a recent trip to India. Some of those made it into the book. I wanted to share a digital version so without further ado......

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Cultures Photographs of India by Darren Pellegrino | Make Your Own Book

Darren Pellegrino Photography: The Salon at 10 Newbury

Here are a few recent images I shot from a commercial photography shoot at the Salon at 10 Newbury. This is a great little boutique salon on Newbury Street in Boston. They have a talented staff and a beautiful salon. If you're looking for more information about my work as a wedding photographer you can follow the links above. Thanks for visiting.

Darren Pellegrino Photography: Ku De Ta Boutique

Ku De Ta is a cool little boutique in South Boston. Sorry guy's, women's fashion only. Here is a link to their website if you want to check them out. I had the opportunity to shoot the shop recently. Here are a few of the images from the shoot. Keep us in mind for your commercial and wedding photography needs in the Boston area. If you're looking for a portrait or headshot photographer please visit Boston Creative Heashots.

Darren Pellegrino Photography: OM Restaurant

I recently shot a pretty cool, classy, asian inspired decor restaurant called OM in Harvard Square. The even made Conde Nast Traveler's Hot list. Whoever the architectural designer was did an outstanding job and definitely had a flare for the oriental which makes for great photography. I can't vouch for the quality of the food. At least not yet anyway, as I do plan to dine there in the future, but sometimes a restaurant pulls you in because it's visually appealing. I really liked the feel of this place so give it a try and leave a comment with some "feadback". Yes, I spelled it that way on purpose. Sorry for the bad pun. Anyway, thanks for stopping by and if you're looking for a commercial or wedding photographer in the Boston area just let me know.

Darren Pellegrino Photography: India Portraits

I mentioned last week that I had an amazing trip to India. As with any cultural experience the most interesting part to me is the people. Some find portrait photography difficult when visiting other countries, thinking that they are invading peoples privacy. It's amazing what a little personal interest can accomplish. Even with a language barrier the power of a smile and learning a few words in the native tongue can really put people at ease. Almost all of the headshot portraits that I shot in India where of ones that I made the effort to have a connection with. The personal interest came first and the photography was an after thought. "Oh by the way can I take a picture". In recent visits to Mozambique, Morocco, and India this has been my approach. To show a sincere interest in people, make a connection and then ask for a portrait. In the end I always try to show them the result which makes them happy. The next time you're off on a cultural adventure try that approach and I guarantee it will work for you. Thanks for visiting Darren Pellegrino Photography. For more information about wedding and commercial photography in the Boston area please use the links above.

Darren Pellegrino Photography: XV Beacon Hotel

I just had the opportunity to shoot the XV Beacon Hotel in Boston in partnership with Hotel Tonight. What a chic hotel! The decor is amazing and the staff incredible. I have shot other hotels in the Boston area and I would recommend this hotel in a heart beat. If you have Hotel Tonight on your iPhone you can get a great deal. Below are a few images of the hotel. Thanks again for stopping by. Feel free to drop me an email if you're looking for a wedding or commercial photographer in the Boston area. If you're interested in corporate headshots visit Bostoncreativeheadshots.com.

dp Photography in Amazing India!

Well I just got back from two weeks in amazing India. By amazing I mean dirty, filthy, dusty, grungy, grimy, unclean, unhygienic, unsanitary India. I guess that's part of the charm. I did some editorial and personal work while I was there. It was a fantastic experience and I can't wait to share some of the images here on the blog. One of my personal projects was to shoot some headshot portraits of some of the unique and interesting people in India. With their permission of course. Here is a quick preview (more on this image later). I'll be sharing more in the days to come so stay tuned. Thanks for visiting Darren Pellegrino Photography. If you're looking for a wedding or commercial photographer in the greater Boston area click above to connect.