Monthly Archives: November 2009

Melissa & Dalton

That was a fun wedding!
Melissa was gorgeous; the whole atmosphere was relaxed and fun. Both Jenna and I started out at the Hyatt for some getting ready photos. After hair and makeup the groomsmen and bridesmaids all headed off in a Newport Trolley to the church ceremony. Melissa arrived in style in a Bentley with her mom and dad. Yes, it was raining again but it didn’t matter!
At the Ceremony I got a small taste of the paparazzi that was invited to the wedding. I think every person in that church had a camera. I think some people even had two cameras! As soon as Melissa hit the end of the aisle all you could hear were the clicking of cameras and people trying to get a shot of Melissa walking down the aisle. It was intense. At the end of the ceremony we all had a good laugh about it!

I could tell this was a dancing bunch but I had no idea that Dalton’s grandmother would be introduced to Poison by BBD. For those of you that know the song, you can imagine how hilarious it was. This wedding party will take the prize for the best intro dances. We had some good ones that you can see below. These were not only planned ahead of time but were obviously rehearsed.

Belle Mer was beautiful. Taking pictures was so much fun with these two! The guests were having a fantastic time mingling, eating, and of course taking pictures.
One of the funniest moments at the reception was when the band played Jesse’s Girl and one of Dalton’s friends proceeded to dance…in a theatrical comedic way, with jazz hands and tip toes with Dalton’s Mother who got in on the theatrics.

This was a great day with a great couple. These two have big hearts and they wear them on their sleeves, and yes, people love them so much that Melissa and Dalton managed to convince 200 people from all over the United States and abroad to meet in RHODE ISLAND. Not a beautiful island somewhere in tropical weather, but Rhode Island in November. That’s how much people love these two. Thanks Sinclair for that…

Thank you all, Melissa, Dalton and camera crazy family for allowing me to be there! And get it on Film!!

Vendors:
Location: Belle Mer
Florist: Broadway Florist Designs
Band: Renaissance

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Lea & Derek

Lea introduced me to 3rd beach in Middletown. The light was perfect! They had a great time giggling and posing for pictures. These two are as cute as could be together. Their wedding will be on February 20th 2010, however the place in still being determined! We can’t wait to show you the couple’s reception.

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San Francisco Engagement Photographer | Marci & Nick

Ah baseball. Whenever I ask a couple what they like to do for fun there seems to be a common theme: baseball games, eating out and wine. You know what Marci and Nick said? Giants baseball and Costco. You have to love that ! Who doesnt love Costco, its like Target!

Marci and Nick… thanks for hanging in there. I know the traffic was horrible that day but I think these were absolutely worth it! (we had our session the week the bay bridge was closed. took us 2 + hours to get into the city! yikes!)

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Love the bats at the Giants park in SF:

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Boudoir Photography San Francisco Bay Area | New Studio Photos!

So the blog has been pretty quiet lately… I promise I have a good excuse… The new studio!!! Got the keys towards the end of October and its been a work in progress ever since! But its 90% complete… just need photos on the wall. You would think that would be the first thing up right? ;) Anyways, I had my first test shoot in the studio last week and it was awesome to say the least! There a several new sets… a new bed and a dressing room that my lovely blog readers helped me decorate. Here’s a sneak peek of the studio, aka the intimates test shoot. More photos of the actual space to come when there are photos on the wall.

Please remember I NEVER post photos of intimate session’s clients faces without prior approval. Im all about my clients being 100% comfortable at all times!

To see more photos and view the slide show click here.

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HELLO TUTTI FRUTTI !!!

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Napa Valley Wedding Photography | Karl and Subadra

One of my favorite things about a wedding day is when a couple opts to do a first sight. It not only helps the timeline of the wedding but it allows for a small time alone together without the hustle and bustle of the wedding day. When Karl and Subadra had their first sight Karl did the happy dance. I have to say it was THE cutest thing EVER! She looked stunning and I think it really started the day off well ;) After taking a few portraits in the olive grove at Auberge du Soleil we took a quick trip down the road to find some vine with yummy fall colors. And that we did! We then went back for their ceremony which was a blend of both Western and Indian traditions. After dinner the dance floor was on fire… you two can dance!

Site: Auberge du Soleil

Flowers: Garden Party

This is the Mangala sutra that Karl placed around Subadras neck during the ceremony. In Western culture this would the equivalent of placing a ring on each others fingers. The most important part of an Indian wedding ceremony is when Karl places this necklace around her.

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during their first sight…

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You are so beautiful Subadra!

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As favors Subadra and Karl gave each of their guests a small dish from India… I thought it tied perfectly into the day with the colors and the blend of cultures:napavalleyweddingphotography_002

Flowers: Garden Party

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