Tuan and Daisy tie the knot! September 25, 2009

Daisy and Tuan tied the knot amidst a collective sigh of relief from friends and relatives, after being together for what seems like ages. They had one of those “it’s about time!” weddings. So what else can you expect but a seamless, perfect day where everything fell into place? The ceremony was touching. I was holding my breath anxiously, with my shutter finger poised just as I waited for Daisy’s tears to come during the vows. Years of shooting weddings had trained me to wait for it.  But they never came! Instead, her face beamed with happiness as her eyes met Tuan’s. As their glance met, I knew this was one of those marriages that would endure.

Here’s the SLIDESHOW.

Tricia and Baby #2 August 29, 2009

Tricia and her daughter Addy are members of the same momsgroup/playgroup I belong to.  Since most of the kids are approaching their two year old mark, it’s only natural that a lot of the moms are expecting baby #2. And the cycle begins once more! I was so pleased and honored to be asked to photograph Tricia’s pregnant beauty in full bloom. She looks absolutely radiant in these photos! Here are some of my favorites. And you check out the slideshow here.

Baby Hazel @ 12 Days July 21, 2009

Remember the Toombs family? They welcomed the latest addition to their family – baby girl Hazel, born 8 lbs and 8 ozs. Three year old Ruby loved being a big sister and was totally doting on the new baby. Congratulations to Danielle and Michael and thank you once again for allowing me to capture these precious and fleeting moments. 

Here’s the slideshow and some favorite images. 

 

Yap Family Pictorial @ Golden Gate Park Music Concourse July 14, 2009

It was a great San Francisco Sunday, a little chilly and a little cloudy, but I still had a blast photographing one of my favorite families in the world. My own kids tagged along and it was a semi-playdate, semi-pictorial rolled into you.  Afterwards, we headed to California Academy of Science to eat lunch and hang out. Here’s the little slideshow of some of the photos. 

Happy, Happy! Joy, Joy + Nathan June 10, 2009

Sunshine! Happiness! Smiles abound! These three words (okey, four) best describe the vibe surrounding Nathan & Joy’s May 30 wedding. From the get-go, both bride and groom were incredibly calm and chill. This laidback attitude made for such a beautiful and relaxing fun day.  And as the celebration unfolded, the couple went around with a quiet content serenity which makes me fervently believe – yes, this marriage will last forever. Here are some of my favorites from the day. And check out the slideshow here: http://www.photograffiti.us/slideshow/nathanjoy/

Oh and for the curious – the fire truck just happened to be park where we shooting. Their love is on fire, baby!

Baby Loves Disco San Jose – Earth Day Fun! April 14, 2009

We all had a blast at the Baby Loves Disco Earth Day celebration, held at Avalon Disco last April 5. Whew – I really pushed myself hard and by the end of the day – I had photographed over 70 children in a span of 3 hours! Can you believe it? It was such an awesome experience to meet all the kids and parents who visited our booth. Thank you so much! The photos are now up on the on-line gallery. You know the password! You can also check out the slideshow here. Til next time — keep it groovy!

Here’s what the booth looked like:

And kudos to my super efficient assistants and staff that day – Angela, Josh, Kinsley and Andreas – you are all fabulous! Thank you!

Bambam @ Gamble Gardens April 10, 2009

What a great way to kick off Spring! A gorgeous family, Roseanne, Dennis and Bambam joined me at Gamble Gardens in Palo Alto for their family pictorial session. Little Bambam was such a trooper! He looked much bigger than his 15 months – and wasn’t shy to show off his big smile. Here are some of my favorite shots. And you can check out the slideshow here.

Corinne’s Having a Baby! March 27, 2009

There’s something so special about maternity sessions that totally humbles me. Just last night, I was watching “In the Motherhood” and one of the characters was asking what makes the pregnant woman so special. Why does carrying a life make you want to give them free stuff, and treat them like godesses? Is it their pregnant glow, a certain smugness that they have something you don’t? Or know something you’d don’t? I think it’s the power to give life that makes them so beautiful, beyond explanation. And for a pregnant woman to grace your presence just puts you in total awe of that power. Heck, I’m happy just to photograph it. Here’s a recent session Corrine and Gil. Thanks for letting me share in the anticipation of your first baby. Click here for the slideshow.

Liz and Pat @ San Francisco City Hall November 5, 2008

Election Day Wedding! November 4 2008 may have marked the day we elected the first African-American President, (Yay Obama!) but another important event went down that day.  After hitting the polls in the morning,  two beautiful women Liz and Pat headed to the San Francisco City Hall to tie the knot. When they asked me to photograph their wedding, I was so honored to be part of their ceremony since November 4 *may* be the last day they could wed legally in the state of California. While we are still awaiting for the final results on Proposition 8 which could potentially ban and forfeit gay marriages, family and friends who witnessed their wedding are certain that their love and commitment will endure. Pat & Liz,  congratulations for standing up for you believe in and exercising your civil rights!

Here is a sneak peak for now. The highlights slideshow can be viewed here.

Being greeted by No to Prop 8 activists outside City Hall.

Channel 2 News and National Public Radio interviewed the happy couple after the ceremony.

Everyone’s jubilant that Pat and Liz tied the knot after 10 years of being a couple.

St. Catherine’s Church, Seattle WA July 31, 2008

Candy & Dennis | St. Catherine’s Church Seattle WA | July 26 2008

I’ve known the bride Candy since high school, since she is one of my best friend’s little sister – therefore almost like my own little sister. It had been almost two years since I last saw her and I was honored that she and her hubby Dennis hired me to shoot her wedding, flying me in from California. The wedding was a sweet intimate affair and I truly felt like family. Congratulations, Candy & Dennis! Here are my  favorites from the day

Click here to see the complete slideshow.

Additional photography by Seattle locale Aric Becker. Twas great working with you, Aric!

This is one of Dennis’ original paintings, hanging in their apartment.

And finally, your quintessential “Wish You Were Here in Seattle” postcard portrait….