JJ & Alex are probably the most incredible couple we’ve ever met. It’s just unbelievable how talented they are: both work in software by day and are skilled dancers by night (quite the combination!), Alex started a company that was later acquired, and JJ, the gifted artist, beautifully hand-painted a lot of their wedding items which you’ll see in the photos below. And they’re the sweetest and most thoughtful couple too [ read more … ]

Shabeg had been planning his proposal for quite some time, and after exploring a ton of different options, he decided on the Fairmont San Francisco for his marriage proposal. The hotel had put up “private event” signs near the rooftop garden, which was perfect as he had told his girlfriend that they would be attending an event that morning at the Fairmont. As they arrived, it started to become clear to her what this was actually about, and the actual proposal moment was super cute. [ read more … ]

Sometimes, a surprise proposal isn’t a complete, 100% surprise. After all, you’ve had the marriage talk, it’s about that time in the relationship… and she knows you too well for you to really keep it under wraps. But that’s okay! I think the anticipation and buildup just makes it even more exciting when the moment finally comes. [ read more … ]

If I had to shoot at only one place and time of day for the rest of my life, I’d choose the Sutro Baths sunset in a heartbeat. The light there is absolutely incredible, especially as we head into the fall season, and it’s actually quite different from day to day. But even after shooting here a hundred times before, I was still really nervous when Andrew wanted this spot for his proposal [ read more … ]

A special San Francisco rooftop proposal for an extra-special couple! Nils reserved the garden area of the Fairmont Hotel to share a private moment together with Diane, and he had it set up perfectly: a table in front of the fountain prepared with champagne, some light bites, and a beautiful vase of flowers, all in a peaceful setting with just the calming sound of the fountain behind them. [ read more … ]