Tammy and Chris exchanged their “I do”s at The Bridges Golf Club in San Ramon under a bright and sunny summer sky. For this couple, the most important part of their wedding was the guests, and above all, their family. Tammy carried with her a rosary with her father’s picture and kept it wrapped around her left hand during the ceremony, and she also lit a tribute candle in his memory. Tammy’s brother walked her down the aisle, and later shared a very touching dance with her during the reception. On the other side of the aisle, Chris chose his father to be one of his groomsmen — something I totally think more grooms should do! — and to unite them in marriage, Chris’s uncle, a priest, performed the ceremony. [ read more … ]

This sweet couple flew all the way from their home in Calgary to San Francisco — where they had their first date four years ago. We had gotten so used to seeing the summer fog, and the especially-thick cover earlier that week, that when we arrived at Baker Beach to capture I&J’s proposal, the sight of the Golden Gate Bridge actually felt strange. It was as if the bridge was painted or didn’t belong there. And the sunset that night was nothing short of amazing, with its golden glow accentuating the color of the bridge. [ read more … ]

In between all our late-summer weddings and surprise proposals, we had the pleasure of hanging out with Renate and Keith’s family at the beautiful Montara State Beach. Back in the spring, we had donated a family photo session to the Ocean Shore School here in Pacifica for their fundraising auction, and this sweet family won our photo session. We’re still pretty new residents of the area, but are really excited to be giving back in whatever little ways we can. [ read more … ]

The spotlight of this post shines on Sarah & Rob, who had their glamorous and stylish wedding when they tied the knot last month at the San Francisco Conservatory of Flowers. With their theme of “Hollywood Glamour,” the couple encouraged their guests to be as fashionable as they wanted, which definitely added to the classy air of the wedding. I really loved the bridesmaids’ dresses as well — each a little unique, but all very elegant and true to the theme! [ read more … ]

For their engagement session, Abigail & Vaughn wanted a beautiful open field, and what better place than the Arastradero Preserve with its rolling hills blanketed in tall, golden grass? The timing was actually perfect that day — it was the day of the Mid-Autumn Festival, which meant a beautiful full moon that greeted us at dusk! You can see it below in the photos 🙂 [ read more … ]