Monthly Archives: October 2009

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Hillary & Jeff

October 28, 2009 – 7:48 am

Hillary was breathtaking. I walked into the bridal room and she was glowing. Even though we had down a pre bridal shoot at White Dress by the Shore I was still taken back by what a beautiful bride she made.

One of my favorite moments was after the ceremony when the horse drawn buggy arrived to wisk the couple off to their cocktail hour. The kids loved it. All the guests loved it. It was one of these picture perfect moments. I completely forgot the name of the two horses but I wanted to take them home. I am sure my husband would mind. They could fit in our small cape… I think my dog Flash might be a little jealous.

The buggy dropped Hillary and Jeff off with me at the point and the kids got to take rides in the buggy during cocktail hour. The water was a perfect blue and their dog even joined us for a few shots. Because of some last minute changes the owner of the club allowed Hillary and Jeff to have their cocktail hour at their home just a few steps sway from the La Grua Center. Sometimes things work out for the best. Besides the fantastic hors d’oeuvres, friends and family gathered in a more intimate setting and the bonus for me was that we were right on the water with a dock and perfect light.

The reception continued at the La Grua Center. Sarah True transformed the Center into Hillary’s vision. You could smell the flowers when you walked in. The floating, white lines and white flowers with hints of sliver made everything seem so intimate. It was gorgeous. The kids even had their own small table that fit right into the décor complete with chocolate lollipops in the shape of horses and coloring. One of my favorite details were the favors which were white personalized boxes with ribbon. Inside were two chocolates and a little bottle of Makers Mark. That is my kind of favor!
Hillary’s dad gave a speech and I don’t think there was a dry eye in the room. The night rocked on with dancing and cocktails, everything a wedding should be including the happiest couple.

Wedding Designer: Sarah True of True Event
Paper: Chocolate Creative Design
Flowers: Hana Floral
Makeup: Jennie Fresa
Dress: White Dress by the Shore
Caterer: Stonington Harbor Yacht Club
Venue: La Grua Center
Rentals: Rentals Unlimited

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June Lake | Fall in California

October 26, 2009 – 9:09 am

Being on the west coast I dont see much of that thing you east coasters call fall. But this week I did! I made a quick trip through Yosemite, Mammoth, June Lake and Lake Tahoe. Here are a few photos so all the CA clients can have a bit of fall! Only other place to see the changing colors right now is wine country. Which, btw is stunning!

It was a little windy that day:

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Marita!

October 22, 2009 – 6:57 pm

She reads my mind at weddings, she wrangles 20 people family portraits together like she does it everyday. She keeps me and my office sane and working throughout the week. She edits, she files, she backs up weddings, and revises albums. She finishes my sentences and makes sure I have my nightly glass of coca-cola at the end of every wedding when Im tired and needing it most.

I am her biggest fan. THANK YOU for keeping my business in check this year. I could not have done it with out you. Many of you may have met Marita at your wedding this year, as she is also one of my trusted and fabulous second shooters.

If you would like to see a snippet of what Marita shoots, check out her blog-site. She takes environmental lifestyle children’s portraiture. What does that mean? She hangs out with kids in their environment and captures kids at what they do best… having fun and playing around. Looking for family portraits for the holidays? She’s your girl!!!

Happy early birthday hun! And thanks again!

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This is my favorite photos thats she took this summer. Makes me laugh! It just goes to show that kids dont have to be all dressed up to have an awesome photo/moment captured.

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Hans Fahden Wedding Photos | Laura & Jon

October 22, 2009 – 6:34 pm

You know a wedding was fun when:

1. The Bride gets ready in a big pink mansion.

2. Laura was given a flask that attached to her garter *seen below*

3. The groomsmen all have different cuff links: skier, beer stein, tanker, cell phone….

4. Laura and Jon’s children are part of the ceremony: Tahoe and Zermatt their dogs

5. Limoncello was served before the ceremony.

6. The bridal party + the bride and groom dance in to the them song of Austin Powers. Freaking HILARIOUS!

7. You have a couple that makes you want to cry because they are so darn in love!!!

Laura and Jon, thank you for making my face hurt from laughing all day. Hope the month long honeymoon was fun… see you soon!

Site: Hans Fahden

Flowers: Flowers by Dallas

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The next few shots were taken by my fabulous second shooter Marita. She had a bit of a handful with the boys that day!hansfahdenweddingphotos_04hansfahdenweddingphotos_05

Laura’s Man of Honor was the best Man of Honor a girl could ask for…. he held her bouquet, held her dress everywhere we went, and when her veil fell out during the ceremony we quickly learned he knew how to use a bobby pin too! lol!

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I ADORE this photo!

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San Francisco Boudoir Photos | Blog Winner!

October 22, 2009 – 4:09 pm

Last week I announced that I was letting my blog readers choose the color of the new studio. The results are in!

14 for Tutti Frutti 7 for Sexy Pink. TUTTI FRUTTI IT IS!  And the winner of the $15.00 iTunes gift card is………………….. Miriam!

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Laura & Tim

October 22, 2009 – 7:34 am

I think every bride on the east coast prayed for no rain this year. I was happy to say that we escaped a big storm and the rain just long enough to take some pictures. Laura was beautiful in her dress. She had that glow! After the ceremony in Mystic we all headed off to the Jonathan Edwards Winery in Stonnington for the reception and picture taking. Laura was a trooper in the Vineyards. She did walk barefoot and then slid her shoes on right before we began. (The things that happen behind the scenes that no one really tells you). She and Tim made it look like there had been no rain and that they were just running though the vineyards. LOVED IT! A Thyme to Cook had delicious looking appetizers. Everyone was enjoying cocktail hour so much it was hard to get them into the tent. What I loved about this wedding is that they were truly surrounded by their friends and family you could feel it in the air. Tim comes from a very big family and even though that particular Saturday made it legal, it seems like Laura has been a part of that big family for years.

Location: Jonathan Edwards Winery Thanks Erica!!
Flowers: Hanna floral
Makeup: Jennie Freesia
Caterer: A Tyme to cook

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Taylor & Bobby

October 16, 2009 – 8:07 am

What a cute couple! These two lovebirds were married in Newport and later had their reception at Astors Beechwood Mansion. Although they did have a little trouble finding a nice sunny day for their engagement shoot, they lucked out with no rain on their wedding day. Taylor carried a beautiful bouquet of Orchids and her bridesmaids held small bundles of Calla Lilies, all from Stoneblossoms.
Their reception was filled with gold and cream with candles all around. 1149 catered and the food was beautiful and to die for!

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I have to say, the first time I saw Bobby I kind of thought he looked a little like Gordon Ramsey! Anyone? Maybe it’s just the hair and that English accent.

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San Francisco Engagement Session | Miriam & Peter

October 13, 2009 – 7:25 pm

Miriam and Peter have been together for years…. I think it really shows with the love that comes through in their engagement photos….

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Carneros Inn Wedding Photography | Sneak Peek of Kendra and Octavio… well maybe just Kendra!

October 13, 2009 – 6:21 pm

Some brides fret over the weather… not Kendra… she GLOWED yesterday, despite the impending storm. More of their wedding photos from Carneros Inn to come in a few weeks.

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Blog Down… Emails Lost to Cyberspace

October 12, 2009 – 9:29 am

Since Wednesday night the blog has been down and with that went our email. If you sent anything from Wednesday night and on we did not receive it UNTIL THIS MORNING (Monday 9/12) . We promise we are not ignoring you. Emails are slowly coming in from last week in random chunks and batches. Please give us a little time to reply… were talking DAYS of emails to go through!  ;) Im off for a wedding at Carneros Inn today… lets cross our fingers there is no rain until after the ceremony ;)

And because every post is better with a photo I leave you with this:

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Yep. Matt and I couldnt resist. Pumpkin is the miserable one on the left and Diego is the terrified one on the right. I love this photo more than you know!! To see the whole gallery and friend me on facebook please click here. Have a wonderful weekend… I have two weddings with two rockin couples!

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