Here’s a frequently asked question I get: “We’re having a civil wedding ceremony at San Francisco City Hall. Besides ceremony pictures, can you suggest some locations around City Hall and in San Francisco in general for our wedding photos?” The short answer is, I usually create an individual itinerary for each couple, depending on their…
Readers of this blog have probably noticed that red is a ubiquitous color in my style and work. Finally, I was fortunate enough to meet Dina, who has a bit of a fondness for red herself. Dina and Rauf were amazing. As the photo and video cameras rolled, they were totally down to play, dance,…
‘Love amidst the ruins?’ ‘Diamonds in the rough?’ Call it what you will, but one thing is certain: Tony and Chelsea are fearless explorers. When we met up for our engagement photography session, they were more than ready for some crazy construction yard antics. As the sunny November afternoon gave way to a chilly evening,…
Candice and Cleve decided to come all the way from Richmond, VA, in order to have their wedding at SF City Hall. Even though the skies stayed mostly grey, the day was quite warm, and their bold sense of style spiced things up. After taking some spontaneous portraits in and around City Hall, we ventured…
After a civil ceremony at San Francisco City Hall, and a colorful wedding in India, Beth and Udai were finally able to bring their families together for a California wedding celebration at the Berkeley City Club. Designed by architect Julia Morgan and built in 1929, this Moorish- and Gothic-style venue was the perfect match for…
The Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) parade in the Mission is one of my favorite San Francisco events. This City really comes alive between August and October, and this is a beautiful and intimate way to celebrate those who have passed, as well as to come down from the manic energy of…
I can’t say enough about the elegance, beauty, and tradition that defined this wedding. The setting, Seascape Resort in Santa Cruz, was warm, serene and perfect. The guests were joyous, the food was delicious, and the energy of the wedding party was unmatched. Then, of course, there was the spectacle of the dragon and the…
I spent a beautiful afternoon at San Francisco City Hall with Kristen, Derk and their families. Inside, we explored light, texture, and all of the different tableaus that City Hall offers up on a busy weekday. When we stepped outside to play in front of the building, it was obvious that autumn was upon us.…
Recently I was back at the Mountain Winery in the Saratoga hills to photograph this intimate wedding. It was an incredibly warm affair, with some gorgeous artistic touches. There was the beautiful music of Dancing on Strings trio; the spicy, unexpected flower arrangements of Ingela Floral Design; and splash of color that was the wedding…