Inner Life Portraits: North Shore MA, Boston family photography

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Inner Life Portarits by Maureen Cotton

Fine art family photography

You don’t have time for a family photoshoot.

Instead, invite me to tag along on the family outing your kids are craving.

Sticky faces, messy living rooms, toddler tantrums, and adolescent indifference welcome; my entire portfolio is created from the in-between moments.


“At first I didn’t even want to attempt a photoshoot with our toddler because it’s impossible to get him to pause long enough, let alone smile toward the camera. But our session with Maureen was a couple hours of play time and I couldn’t believe the amazing moments and expressions she captured.”
—Brendan M., Charlestown, MA

“Maureen came to our house on a rainy day and immediately got down to playing with our twin three-year-olds. They loved her, and for weeks afterwards were asking if ‘Reen could come back and play with us.”
—Kate B., Mayanrd, MA

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Let’s be real, savor life, and freeze time… Call or email Maureen to start dreaming of your family’s portrait art.

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art that lasts a lifetime

“Aside from being a gifted photographer, Maureen’s philosophy on family photos allows her to create art that will last your family a lifetime. The final product brought me (and many others) to tears. It’s a gift I will treasure forever.”

—Christen G., Beverly, MA

‘ICONIC’

“Your portraits have become iconic in our daily lives.”

—Marcey B., Rochester, NH

IN THE MOMENT

“Maureen has a real gift with capturing families in the moment. It’s not posed, it’s not ‘sit there with you hands folded.’ It’s just natural, and she gets wonderful photos.” —Rowell L., Jamaica Plain, MA