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 … ]

The Palace of Fine Arts is one of the most beautiful structures in all of the city of San Francisco. But for about two weeks every year, it’s even more special. At sunset, the sun shines through the arches of the rotunda across the pond, casting a golden spotlight on the perfect proposal spot. And for months, Will had been planning to be right there with his girlfriend Samantha. [ read more … ]

​​The month of August aka Fogust here in San Francisco is always tough for proposals, since the weather is so unpredictable and often foggy. For Ban’s proposal, we watched the weather religiously in the days leading up to his proposal, and when it looked good, it was go time! [ read more … ]

​​Lauren and Zach are having their wedding celebration this upcoming Labor Day weekend back home in Wisconsin! David and I had so much fun taking their engagement photos around San Francisco last summer, and it was an honor for me to document their wedding ceremony last week at City Hall. [ read more … ]

Traci & Alex’s Elliston Vineyards wedding was a blast. We’ve really enjoyed getting to know them as a couple, and my favorite part of their story was how Alex proposed to Traci at the top of Half Dome!! Their good friends who hiked with them took some great photos of the memorable occasion, and we’re glad they did. (And photographing a proposal at Half Dome is now on my goals list!) [ read more … ]