Lorna and Laurent met me at Baker Beach for a breezy maternity session, with soft clouds adding extra flair and texture to the sunset sky. The warm light and gentle waves gave us the perfect backdrop as they walked, laughed, and took in these last moments before baby arrives. Behind the camera, it really felt like photographing two models — they gave me so much movement and expression to play with in every frame, and my cameras absolutely adored every moment of it!

Luke & Victoria’s proposal at Montara State Beach was an evening straight out of a movie — dramatic coastline, soft sunset light, and the sweetest little surprise waiting at the edge of the cliffs. [ read more … ]

Mt Tam gave us one of those classic Bay Area days where the fog can’t quite decide what it wants to do. Luckily, we were high enough in the mountains to sit above it all, watching the soft blanket of fog roll over the ocean while the ridge stayed clear and golden. [ read more … ]

Anthony’s sunset proposal to Huong at Montara State Beach was one of those evenings that felt almost surreal. Under the excuse that they were going to a friend’s birthday surprise, they arrived at the cliffs just before sunset, where the waves were crashing against the rocks and the whole coastline was glowing in the softest golden light. Anthony led Huong to the edge of the bluff — no, the edge of the world — and before she could quite process what was happening, he dropped down on one knee. The smile on her face and the tears in her eyes said everything! [ read more … ]

Victoria was in San Francisco for a quick visit with a close friend to sight-see and hang out together. What she didn’t know: her itinerary had a secret guest star. Will quietly flew into town, teamed up with her friend, and together plotted a perfect sneaky surprise proposal during the beautiful sunset hour at Mt. Tam. [ read more … ]