Connie and Jonasel’s Hakone Japanese Garden wedding was a fairy tale with a Silicon Valley flavor. The morning started just down the road at Connie’s parents’ home, where everyone got ready amid happy chaos in a cozy setting. One of the details we especially adored was Connie’s dress. With its softly draped sleeves and delicate cape, it gave off a hint of Elsa, very fitting for this couple, who are big fans of Disney [ read more … ]

Josephine & Jonathan’s wedding was an amazing, memorable celebration that we enjoyed absolutely every moment of. Their day started off at the Palace Hotel, where J&J shared a poignant set of private vows in the room, just the two of them, and it set the tone for everything that followed. From there we headed to Golden Gate Park, where we got caught some warm sunshine for photos in the Shakespeare Garden, before heading over to their wedding at the California Academy of Sciences. We even got to roam the living roof for portraits, which we’ve never had access to before, so shooting here with the wind lifting Josephine’s veil and the round skylights dotting the hillside was both a surprise and a delight! [ read more … ]

The story of Billy and Julia is one that had been slowly blooming for years, and we’ve been blessed with the unique honor of witnessing some of their happiest moments, from their proposal at the SF Botanical Garden to their summer wedding at the Marin Art & Garden Center. [ 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 … ]