Jihan & Catherine chose one of San Francisco’s most iconic spaces for their just-them (plus a few favorite people) celebration, a San Francisco City Hall private elopement. Catherine’s sleek white dress and Jihan’s classic black-and-white look felt right at home among the classic architecture, while pops of celebratory red from their families added some contrast to the scene. [ read more … ]

Aditya had originally planned to propose in Half Moon Bay, imagining a peaceful coastal moment by the waves. But when the day arrived, the coast was entirely shrouded in fog — so foggy that it even swallowed up the Santa Cruz Mountains. Thinking fast, he noticed that Mt. Tam still seemed sunny, so we pivoted on the fly and all raced north separately. [ read more … ]

It feels like just yesterday we were on Treasure Island, cameras in hand, as Jeff got down on one knee. And now here we are by the water again, barefoot at Baker Beach for their maternity photo shoot, glowing in the same “yes” energy as they now prepare for their baby girl! [ read more … ]

We’ve photographed a few weddings at Saratoga Springs over the years, and Jessica and Nathan’s day brought a fresh perspective to a venue we already love. They ventured with us to a few new corners of the property, including a quiet wooden bridge tucked away over a sun-dappled creek, where they shared their first look. The way they lit up seeing each other, surrounded by tall redwoods and the gentle sounds of the water below, set the tone for the rest of the day: full of warmth and joy. [ read more … ]

Amanda and Brandon’s wedding at the Four Seasons Ko Olina was everything we could dream of for a Hawaii celebration: heartfelt, joyful, and set against one of the most stunning backdrops on Oahu. From the quiet anticipation of their first look to the vibrant energy of the lion dance and cheers during golden hour, the day moved with a sense of ease and intention. [ read more … ]