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South Shore portrait and landscape photography by Chris McCarthy — Cohasset, Hingham, Scituate, Duxbury, Plymouth — based in Rockland, MA for 10+ years.
Chris McCarthy
Professional Photographer, Photography Shark · March 10, 2024 · Updated January 28, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What South Shore locations does Photography Shark shoot at?
Chris McCarthy shoots regularly at Cohasset Sandy Beach, World's End in Hingham, Scituate Harbor, Rexhame Beach in Marshfield, Duxbury Beach, and locations throughout Plymouth and Kingston — as well as throughout greater Boston.
Where is the Photography Shark studio?
The studio is at 83 E Water Street, Rockland, MA 02370 — central to the South Shore and a short drive from Quincy, Braintree, Weymouth, Norwell, and Hanover.
Do you offer printed photo products, not just digital files?
Yes. We offer printed portrait and landscape images, including wall prints. Contact Chris McCarthy to discuss print options after your session.
What types of sessions are available for South Shore locations?
We shoot family photos, senior portraits, headshots, and engagement sessions on location across the South Shore. Family photo sessions start at $395 for a 30-minute session with 10 edited images; senior portraits start at $1,500.
How far in advance should I book an outdoor session?
Book as early as possible for peak seasons (spring and fall). Contact us at least a few weeks in advance; popular South Shore locations fill quickly around golden hour windows.
How long after the session will I receive my gallery?
Gallery turnaround is 3–5 business days for headshots and studio sessions, 7–10 business days for outdoor and family sessions.
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About the Author
Chris McCarthy
Chris McCarthy has run Photography Shark Studios in Rockland, MA for over 10 years and 500+ sessions, with executive headshot work for Rockland Trust, Clean Harbors, M&T Bank, and McCarthy Planning; founder portraits for AI startups including Lowtouch.ai; product photography for South Shore brands like Lauren's Swim; and headshots across South Shore legal, medical, financial, and academic practices. Every session is personally shot and edited by Chris on Sony mirrorless and Godox strobe systems — no assistants, no outsourcing, no batch retouching. Galleries deliver in 3–5 business days. About photographer Chris McCarthy →
Photography Shark · Boston & South Shore MA
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Professional headshots, senior portraits, boudoir, and model portfolios. Studio in Rockland, MA — 25 miles south of Boston. Sessions from $395.