Amanda and Rahmtin’s engagement shoot last week carried a soft, dreamy look that I think perfectly captured both the essence of them as a couple as well as this beautiful city where they built their relationship. We started our shoot at Huntington Falls, whose gentle waters and lush surroundings gave us a rich, colorful setting to work with that felt both intimate and expansive. [ read more … ]

One beautiful spring day while B&I were back in the Bay Area, I met up with them at the Palace of Fine Arts for a very special photo shoot: this was the day they would be getting engaged! As the couple stood in front of this iconic landmark, holding hands and looking into each other’s eyes, B started to give a speech, bring out the ring, and get down on one knee. [ read more … ]

A lot of times, the first thing we notice when looking at photos is the color, the light, and the surroundings. And don’t get me wrong: the sunset hour in San Francisco is unforgettable, and that golden light shining on Jacob & Shanelle as the ocean breeze kicks up her dress is some real eye candy [ read more … ]

Shooting at new locations and getting the creative juices flowing makes me happy, so I was super excited when Amelia and Adrian wanted to shoot at the library! This is a place that we’ve found ourselves spending a lot of time at lately, as it’s our kids’ favorite place to be, and I love that the library is a meaningful place for our couple as well, especially given that Amelia is a teacher. [ read more … ]

Tiffany and Jonathan’s wedding day was a beautiful blend of tradition, love, and personal touches, set against the stunning autumn backdrop of the Hakone Estates and Gardens in Saratoga. It was a celebration of their shared journey, combining Western and Asian customs in a joyous and heartfelt affair. [ read more … ]