Kevin had been planning this moment for a long time, and as the big day arrived, the anticipation must have been overwhelming. As soon as he dropped to one knee to ask the most important question of his life, with him and Amanda perfectly framed by the towering trees on either side, everything fell perfectly into place. [ read more … ]

Austin & Ashley’s fall proposal at Filoli Gardens was as colorful and beautiful as it was emotional. Austin had been planning this for quite some time — they live about six hours away, so it was a carefully-planned trip! — and on this lovely day, they had some afternoon tea at Filoli before taking a stroll around the gardens. [ read more … ]

Ryan and Anjali’s wedding at the Golden Gate Club in the Presidio was a perfect reflection of their love and personalities. From the start of the day, when Anjali got ready with her mom and bridesmaids, to the couple’s emotional first look outside the chapel, every moment was filled with meaning. Their outdoor garden ceremony, surrounded by lush greenery and San Francisco’s iconic beauty, was lighthearted, whimsical, and a joy to be a part of, [ read more … ]

It feels like just yesterday that Hannah and Henrique said “I do” at City Hall, and now, two and a half years later, I had the joy of capturing their beautiful family again — this time with a precious new addition! We met up at Filoli Gardens, where the colorful, vibrant blooms made the perfect backdrop for their family photos. The love and happiness between them was so clear, and to make it even more special, Hannah’s parents were visiting, so I got to see the whole family together once more. It was a heartwarming reunion filled with laughter, love, and so much joy!

Estefano and Talene’s proposal at the Filoli Historic Garden was truly something special. Estefano went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect, visiting the gardens not once but twice before deciding that there would be no better spot to ask Talene to marry him. And on the big day, it all came together beautifully. [ read more … ]