We started off the day at the Hilton Union Square in San Francisco where Jaime had a double decker room! We’ll always find something to photograph the the rings on …  But the fun really starts when you see all the Angry Birds characters appearing! Oh, these plush stuffed animals are so cute! And not to forget, the canvas board Jaime’s sister painted for her!I think the guys were having a little too much fun re-enacting the game!Then it was off to San Francisco City Hall for their wedding ceremony! We took the opportunity to grab some wedding portraits at this beautiful location before the ceremony.
This has got to be one of the most grand looking “walks down the wedding aisle” … ever!
After the ceremony, we headed over to Potrero Hill for some more photos. I love this set of old wooden doors!And if was of course a gorgeous day with the beautiful San Francisco skyline behind then …

Now, I have to give the guys credit for this next one. I overheard them whisper something about planking, so I said, “You guys are up next! Plank (in the middle of a street) and we’ll get the San Francisco skyline in the background!” Love it … I mean, how often do you see the groom and groomsmen planking in their wedding attire in the middle of a street!

Thus far, it’s been a pretty busy day … so busy that the bridal party had not eaten and it was well after lunch by this point. I’m pretty sure we were originally planning on heading to some other location, but the grumbling stomachs prevailed and we took a road less traveled and headed over to In-n-Out Burger, so the bridal party could grab a bite! Love it! Totally don’t mind the turn of events. After all, how often do you see a bride and groom eating burgers inside In-n-Out?
With some animal style burgers and fries in the tummies, it was time to head to the wedding reception at Dynasty Seafood Restaurant in Cupertino.This has got to be the BIGGEST cake knife I’ve ever seen! In case you’re wondering what the heck that is … it’s a samurai sword!!!

Wedding Details and Vendors

• Dress: Alfred Sung
• Shoes: Ann Marino
• Makeup and Hair: A-List Makeup
• Flower: Jamie and the bridal party!
• Cake: La Patisserie
• Officiant: Evan Kaminsky from Oui Three Queens
• DJ: Tony Graham

Jaime and Adam ~ thanks for inviting us to capture your day. We had an awesome time hanging out with you and your bridal party! Congrats!!

I love how Ray is the serious one – reading between the lines, checking to make sure each and every “i” is dotted, which Sophie is just a giddy happy girl, fixing her shoe!

I’ve seen quite a few City Halls and San Francisco has one of the most grand and pretty ones in my opinion! We’ve photographed many times here and the place is so big we continue to find new angles in here!This is one of my favorite shots … I can’t wait to see their first dance!Then it was off to Miette. If you’ve never been to their shop, definitely stop by the next time you’re in SF! It’s so pretty! I feel like a little kid in a candy store when I’m in there! Love macaroons as much as Sophie does? Then you definitely need to check this place out .Sophie at the happiest place on earth (… for her … it’s Miette – not Disneyland).

Yes, they love cupcakes too!Did I mention this place is like a kid’s candy store? Oh wait! It also is a candy store! LOVE the colorful candy jar display on their wall!Yes … super happy about her macaroons! And thanks Ray for hanging onto the beautiful bouquet by Jeeryn while Sophie indulged in her desserts!After the desserts, we headed outdoors … to the colorful graffiti alleys in the Mission district … and for a walk in the Presidio forest.

Hmm…who’s scarier? Why is it that Sophie is just laughing at Ray and Ray actually looks scared!? =P So … can you guess what Sophie’s favorite color is? (Hint, look at her DS and laptop!)

Sophie and Ray ~ We had an absolute blast hanging out with you guys and can’t wait for your wedding next month!

We started off in Potrero Hill with the gorgeous San Francisco skyline behind Gina and Brian.

And while we were waiting for the sun to set (and the lights in the city to turn on), we went up a few blocks, right a few blocks, and back a block … to Anchor Brewery. Love the brick wall sign on their building! They had just come from meeting their florist, and she whipped up this beautiful bouquet! (If this was just a preview, we should be in for a treat on their wedding day!)

And then it was back to Potrero Hill for some night shots!

It was starting to get chilly … but we still had two stops to go … First, a few quick shots with the iconic Bay Bridge! (I love love this set!)

And to close out the evening, dancing under the stars in front of San Francisco City Hall …

Gina and Brian ~ We had an absolute blast with both of you last night. Thanks for being troopers on a classic cold San Francisco “summer” evening, and we can’t wait for your wedding! Congrats!!

Ashley and Nick ~ Congrats again on your engagement and we look forward to your wedding day!

We are looking forward to your upcoming wedding ceremony and reception at the beautiful Nestldown in May!

The year kicked off with Angela and Ted’s wedding at the San Francisco City Hall. It was a very small and simple ceremony with just the immediate family and the closest of friends in attendance. The inside of the City Hall provided such dramatic backdrops I really wish I had more time!

Afterwards, the original plan was to take more photographs outside – and when the day started, that plan was scrapped due to the weather (pouring rain and temperature in the 50’s). When the ceremony wrapped up, Angela and Ted wanted to brave the weather and give it a go for some outdoor photos! We were thrilled to have the opportunity to do this mini trash-the-dress session with them, and I LOVED how playful they were with each other despite the weather – the huge smile on Angela’s face said it all.

The lovely ring















Isn’t it absolutely adorable the underside of the umbrella showed a clear blue sky?



Just a perfectly genuine moment playing in the rain

A beautifully romantic moment – my favorite image of the day!

Finally, a special thanks to my assistant Margie – her job was to hold the umbrella over my head. I would simply take off running without warning when I spotted an angle, and she tried her best to keep up… thank you so much!