This is an extra special blog post for me. When my good friends Lisa & Garrett approached me about doing their maternity photos, I was both ecstatic and a bit nervous! Somehow, it’s different when a close friend entrusts you to capture such a momentous event in their lives … you invariably set the bar higher … and I was scared to death of disappointing them.  Of course, it was silly of me to worry and had such a great time with them.

They are so cute together – and were amazing in front of the camera. It’s going to be so much fun to meet the little guy when he comes!

We started the session at their home …

I love this one of Garrett … I just know he is going to be a great dad!

I just had to do a few sexy shots of Lisa … isn’t she gorgeous?

We found this amazing beach just north of their home in Half Moon Bay and lucked out with an amazing sunset

A beach shoot is never complete without a sunset shot!

Mike & Gaby
June 7, 2008

Ceremony: Saint Anthony’s Church
Reception: Sheraton Palo Alto
Floral Design: The Apple Blossom
Wedding Cake: El Gallo Giro
DJ: AB Productions

It was another picture perfect sunny day for Gaby & Mike’s wedding at the Sheraton Palo Alto. Following the ceremony at Saint Anthony’s, we went over to Stanford for their portraits. There is nothing I love more on a wedding day than long veils! They are so beautiful to photograph … especially when the breeze kicks up a bit.

The Conservatory of Flowers is such a great place for portraits. It was Monica & Dan’s idea to start our session there, which I thought was just perfect

This was the first time I met Monica and Dan. What a sweet couple! We had a blast taking pictures at the conservatory, then made our way to Baker Beach for some fun beach shots. Thanks guys, for a great shoot!!

The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a very special place for Samantha & Tim. Not only have they spent many weekends there, but it is also the spot where Tim proposed to Samantha. So it was only natural that we would start off their engagement session at the aquarium. From there, we made our way down to Carmel River Beach for some sunset beach shots

I love this shot with the scuba diver floating about them …

Gayle & Mark
May 31, 2008
Ceremony: The Redeemer Lutheran Church
Reception: Holbrook-Palmer Park
Hair Stylist: Bridal Hair Design
Videography: Awesome Shot Studios
Cake: Sugar Butter Flour
DJ: Big Fun DJ

Gayle & Mark are such a beautiful couple. I have so enjoyed getting to know them. Now that their wedding has come and gone, I am truly going to miss working with them. They both love the great outdoors, and did a wonderful job of incorporating this theme into their wedding – from the cute butterfly favors to the Yosemite Falls wedding cake. To see a trailer of their wedding video created by the incredibly talented Oren of Awesome Shot, click here.

Just to warn ya, it’s gonna be a long post!! Hope you enjoy …

They were such hams … love it!!

Just your regular, run-of-the-mill portrait session…

Mark proposed to Gayle at the top of Yosemite Falls. I think the cake is just perfect