Elizabeth + Hedi = Married!

I had the pleasure of second shooting Elizabeth and Hedi's wedding with the uber awesome Rob Her of nLighten Images. He had asked me back in October or so if I was available to second shoot right after Christmas. Luckily, I was staying in town and I had the weekend open so I jumped on the opportunity. Rob is in a word, awesome. Thanks again for the opportunity!

Elizabeth and Hedi had a mini destination wedding up in Atherton (they live down in the OC) a few days after Christmas. Originally, they had considered a destination wedding in France, as that is where Hedi's family is from. But Elizabeth didn't want to wait that long. This couple is seriously in love. Elizabeth was beaming with her infectious smile and Hedi was totally relaxed. They had a beautiful wedding day, with great weather for December 27! Elizabeth was stunning in her vintage gown and hair/makeup. Their vows were so sweet and even made me a little misty eyed. They had some cool belly dancers and overall it was a success! Thanks Elizabeth and Hedi for letting us share in your big day. Felicitations a vous deux et touts les meilleures voeux!

Here are some of my favorites:





That's Rob in the background. :)






















Rob in action :)








See Rob's full post here.

Thanks again!

Southern Weddings hitting stands in 3 days!

Happy 2009!

What a better way to start off the year (especially if you're planning a wedding) than with your very own copy of Southern Weddings? That's right, the awesomely delightful blog, Southern Weddings, is now in PRINT! It will be hitting stands on January 6! Be sure to check them out!



Photo courtesy of Southern Weddings Blog. Cover image by the awesome Jose Villa.

Christina + David = Married!

Sorry to keep my loyal readers waiting! The day job has been keeping me down! But fear not, here is the post. I'm so excited to say that I blew through editing this one in about 4 hours, I love Lightroom!

It was super foggy and overcast all day in Sausalito. The sky was gray. But it did not rain! The wedding was on a yacht that sailed around the San Francisco Bay, which, if you think about it is a great way to keep a captive audience...unless they want to swim back to shore! Christina is the younger sister of one of my bridesmaids, Liz. When Liz found out that I was starting my own business, she asked if I would shoot Christina and David's wedding. Needless to say, I happily accepted. Christina and David are loads of fun! I wish them all the best as they start their lives together!




The 105mm f/2.8 is like buttah for detail shots!




The ring bearer was too cute for words!








First Dance.


Father-Daughter Dance.


Mother of the Groom. She was tearin' it up on the dance floor!







All the best to you two! Thanks Liz for asking me to share in their big day! And thanks to Maile, tag team partner shooting.

Vicki + Brian: Wedding!

I had the pleasure of tagging along with Jennifer Hosler of Candid Moments Weddings. We met virtually on the [b] School and she asked me if I'd be interested in coming along. I immediately and enthusiastically said "Yes!" The entire day was a total rush and so much fun. I learned a lot just from where to stand to logistics of family portraits to using flash during the reception.  At the end of the night, I was elated. I though, "I can totally do this again, it was FUN!" A fun job? Heck yeah!

Vicki and Brian are such a fun couple. They can be serious. They can be funny. They can be goofy on command. They are clearly in love and will continue to grow together. Although I only met them on the day of their wedding, it was clear to me that they are the life of the party. They are like the floodlights that brighten up a stadium. Thanks for the honor of being part of your day!

And now, what we've all been waiting for, the photos!




























This is my favorite one of the day! Brian couldn't stop making faces!
















Sweet moment between Brian and his Grandma.


Brian's parents are great dancers!





Thanks again to Jennifer for inviting me to help capture Vicki and Brian's day!

PS. Turned out that one of the groomsmen was my classmate in high school!