We are a team of dedicated photographers who have a passion for celebrating and capturing love.

Photographer Shado Congalton under a veil with the bride and groom

At its core, my team is made up of lifestyle and candid portrait photographers who specialize in creating loving spaces where our clients can feel comfortable expressing their personality and affection. We are outgoing, charismatic, and inclusive. We love getting into the action. 

We thrive by being a part of our clients’ day and by bringing a celebratory energy to each moment. We believe energetics are the key to success as we create comfortable environments where clients can feel joyful and empowered about how they look. In this collaborative space, we are easy-going, communicative, and easy to connect and get along with. Our goal is to not only to show up on the wedding day, but to build a long lasting and memorable relationship with our couples (and wedding parties and parents)! 

We love to dance, laugh, and have a good time. By the end of the day, we’re sure we’ll call each other friends.

Meet Shado

Hi everyone,

I'm so glad you found me and this page. Since 2020, I've had the privilege of running Shado of a Rose, which is something that fills me with pride. I love having the opportunity to document the love and joy of my couples on their wedding days. Being a hopeless romantic at heart, this is truly the perfect job for me. I can't wait to get to know you and to create some beautiful art together. 

Shado Congalton taking a photo outside a tent

“My experience was superb. It is not only about the great techniques, but most importantly Shado's enthusiasm and empathy. Photographers' perspectives determine the tones and feelings—Shado has both great eyes and a great heart that allow his photos to capture very important moments.”

— Paul’s Surprise Engagement

Boston Public Garden Footbridge
Boston, MA

Working with the Team

The Shado of a Rose photography team spans all around New England, with Shado as the lead for every wedding. After your consultation and booking, we will figure out which second photographer will be the best fit for you. We then like to either have another meeting for us to all get to know each other or bring this second photographer to the engagement session so you can see how we all work together.