Mary and I have been friends for almost twenty years now, ever since we were mischievous little middle schoolers. (And by we, I really mean me.) She and her fiancé Juno recently moved from the east coast to San Francisco so that the four of us can have hot pot together, and possibly for other more practical reasons as well. These two are so perfect for each other, and Annie and I couldn’t be happier to have had the opportunity to shoot their engagement photos! [ read more … ]

After planning a getaway to San Francisco and Napa for himself and his girlfriend, Michael contacted us to set up a surprise photo shoot for his proposal at the Palace of Fine Arts, one of the most beautiful and iconic landmarks in the city. When the day came, we checked the forecast and it was supposed to rain all day, so we actually loaded up the car with some lights and rain gear to make some cool photos in the rain.

Luck was on their side, however, as the rain paused just long enough for a romantic stroll around the Palace of Fine Arts and for her to give a joyful, enthusiastic “YES!” [ read more … ]

The Palace of Fine Arts, an iconic San Francisco landmark and popular tourist attraction, has been a special spot and is a perennial favorite for many of our couples’ proposals and engagement photos. Its majestic architectural design and unique picturesque surroundings and backdrop makes it no surprise that couples flock here to make their pre-wedding moments more memorable.

Geoff and Rochelle were very special for us, as they were our first couple to actually get married under the dome. Rochelle had dreamed of having her wedding there, and we were so delighted at the opportunity since we had always wanted to photograph a wedding at the Palace of Fine Arts! We couldn’t be happier that we got to share this experience with such a wonderful couple. [ read more … ]

John and Emily came from southern California to visit San Francisco for her birthday. He had been planning this event, with the help of Emily’s sister, for months! The day after Emily’s birthday, while on a short walk along the path in front of the Palace of Fine Arts, John presented her with a stunning ring, and boy was she surprised!! And that wasn’t the end of this precious proposal — John had arranged for many of Emily’s family members to be waiting for them on the other side of the pond! Take a look at the photos below. Congrats John & Emily!

During our first phone call, Derek was bubbling with excitement and I immediately knew their proposal would be a great moment. He had planned a series of events leading up to it, even arranging a surprise dinner with Melissa’s parents right afterwards. On a chilly but lovely winter day, the couple took a walk around the very crowded Palace of Fine Arts to the spot where Derek would propose. Melissa was totally caught off guard and was ecstatic as you’ll see in the photos! [ read more … ]