We met JJ & Alex a few months ago, and we loved these two instantly! They’re both outwardly a little bit shy — in a very cute and endearing way 🙂 But you sure wouldn’t be able to tell from looking at their expressions and movement in these photos! [ read more … ]

Sam and Bridget flew in to spend the long Labor Day weekend in San Francisco, a city where they had lived for a short time in the past. They took a long walk in the city, then made their way to Baker Beach on this beautiful sunny day. After a short stroll along the sands, Sam revealed the true purpose of their walk when he pulled out a beautiful, shiny engagement ring and asked her to marry him. [ read more … ]

Last week, Stephen and Kate visited San Francisco for their very first time to spend a few summer days in sunny California. After arriving, they headed over to “watch the sunset” over the ocean. Of course, what Stephen really had in mind was a beautiful, romantic Baker Beach proposal that they would remember forever! [ read more … ]

Vivian and Terrence’s San Francisco City Hall wedding photo shoot was quite a different one. I spent the entire day with them, starting off in the morning at the JW Marriott where they got ready, then over at City Hall where they got married while surrounded by their family and close friends. After tying the knot, the couple hosted a lunch at the Cliff House in Lands End, before leaving with me for more portraits around some of my favorite landmarks of San Francisco. [ read more … ]

Our clients often get understandably concerned about the weather in San Francisco, which is commonly overcast. But it’s actually a blessing in many ways! At popular locations like Baker Beach, the sun draws in huge crowds while clouds drive people away, leaving a beautiful, clean background for our couple, often with a dreamy Golden Gate Bridge background shrouded in mist and haze. And the even lighting is especially great for proposals, as it reduces the need for us to worry about directional lighting, letting us capture the crucial moment from any direction. [ read more … ]