Back in April I had the pleasure of venturing up to J & J Ranch (Amelia’s parents’ home) in Sonoma to frolic on the farm with Amelia and Jonathan for their engagement shoot. It was a gorgeous, sunny day, and romance was in full bloom. The country setting really left an impression on me. I…
I proudly present the story of Janet and Jason’s wedding at Campovida in Hopland. Of course, you could get the full story by looking through several hundred images. But you could also look at any one of the pictures below and I believe you’ll sense the warmth, ease, and friendship which defined that summer day.…
Carnival Cruise Wedding Photos I have to admit that I was pretty excited when Diana and Eugene chose me to capture their Carnival Cruise wedding photos. I imagined a week of fun in the sun with close friends, pastel hues, gorgeous sunsets, wind and surf…and you know what? I was spot on. Moreover, I was…
Hey! It’s 8/8! Not a bad day for a blog post! Planning a wedding from across the country is no easy task. Fortunately, Tammy and Brian had a support crew back home in California, and an lovely, welcoming venue in Byington Winery to help make it happen. It’s crazy how time flew since Tammy was…
I always knew that Chez and Craig’s wedding would be fabulous. From the moment they sat down on the couch in my studio, it was apparent that they had an incredible connection and boundless energy. Then I found myself shooting their engagement session at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Turned out that the sun-drenched day…
I love City Hall. It’s grand, cavernous, beautiful. But it presents a challenge for the photographer. How do you stay inspired? How do you continue to produce exciting and varied imagery, in a place that looks the same every day, and within the highly structured civil ceremony process? I believe I have the answer, and…
Anthony and Magaly booked me months in advance for their City Hall wedding and adventure in San Francisco. They currently reside in London, and because of the ample lead time, I was able to help them plan their wedding day here in SF. Their whole families arrived to be with them on their day, and…
When I met Nicholas, Angie, and their girls, Oceana and Kieran, I couldn’t believe my eyes. This beautiful family was dressed to the nines, everyone perfectly buttoned up and color-coordinated. Black, white, silver, and then the striking red lipstick worn by Angie made it a very elegant affair, and a joy to photograph. It’s such…
Jessica and Fred’s wedding day itinerary took us from one gorgeous location to the next. The day started at Jessica and Fred’s beautiful home, where I met the groom and his guys. The bride got ready at the magnificent Park Lafayette Hotel. The ceremony took place at the stunning Santa Maria Church in Orinda, where…