We were lucky enough to photograph Emily & Colin’s engagement shoot at the Gardens at Heather Farm in Walnut Creek. Not only is it a gorgeous, in-demand venue, but it was also even nearby their home. And while their original…
Working with Ana & Chris felt like a breath of fresh air. Not only did I get to work at a personal favorite – a dog beach I visit once a week with my own dog – I met and…
Melissa & Bob didn’t let a little thing like a global pandemic stop them from the most important objective – getting married! They rented a suite at the Seascape Beach Resort and they and a couple of friends made their…
Benicia, CA These days, I’m not photographing my usual bigger weddings. Typically this time of year I’d be wrapping up my busy season, finishing with plenty of company holiday parties through the new year. Instead, I’m focusing on smaller shoots,…
Japanese Tea Garden, San Francisco Proposal Session You may have heard about “Proposal Sessions”. But just what are they? Aren’t proposal and engagement sessions the same thing? Not at all! Engagement sessions typically happen between 12 to 6 months before…
When it comes to the decisions you make about your wedding day, choosing the right photographer is one of the biggest and most important ones. Choosing the right Bay Area wedding photographer is something you want to get right; your…
It took me too long to figure out how to write this. As a white woman, I felt I had no right to speak out against injustice I’ve never experienced. I’ve never been uneasy or afraid of the police. I’ve…
Rich & Ashley didn’t envision a large, lavish wedding for themselves. They wanted a simple beach wedding, surrounded by friends and their brand new puppy, Remy. We hiked down to Black Sands Beach in Sausalito on a beautiful October day…
1. Research, research, research! There are some great websites for finding venues. When I was planning my wedding, I found Wedding Spot to be especially helpful as it shows what budget to expect for each venue. Venues may not know exactly when…
Jessica & Francisco didn’t let a very rainy California day dissuade their wedding plans. When I arrived at the hotel where everyone was getting ready, it was clear the rain wasn’t going to let up any time soon. Although we…
