Leia & Garrett's Surprise Proposal ~ Twin Peaks San Francisco, CA

We feel very strongly about giving back in the way we know how. So, we wanted to share a little of what we did back in April.  This is a long overdue story, but I think it's one that has to told.  And we couldn't have picked a better day to share it on - Veteran's Day.

We came across a Craigslist ad seeking a photographer for a proposal in San Francisco by a gentleman who was currently deployed.  We thought what better way to give back to to someone, who risks his life for our freedom.  I inquired if he had found someone to take the photos for him, and he responded that  he did not and he liked our work and wanted to know how much we would charge.  When I responded with a $1.00 and lunch, he said, "Wow, I am in shock! I have never had anyone in my life to something so nice. Im more speechless right now. I would love to buy lunch…Thank you for the support you give. Its a rare thing to see now of days."  

We arranged to be at the proposal, it's funny how you have never met someone, but you just know who they are just because….  We spotted them when we they arrived, and we were playing around in the perfect spot, pretending to take photos of the kids and each other.  They walked up and were enjoying the view.  A couple of times I saw Garrett start to pull the box out from within his pocket, but he got caught and didn't.  Then, we saw the box come out and we knew it was action time.  He got down on bended knee with this amazing view and we started clicking away.  Leia must have thought we crazy taking photos of the kids, cause I'm sure she could hear the clicks….  They hugged and kissed.  Then he let her know, we were in on it too!  :)  And of course we were crying and we all hugged.  We had the BEST lunch that day and enjoyed the company even more! 

A very special thank you to Leia and Garrett for allowing us to share in one of life's most amazing moments!   Thank you all of the military men and women risk their lives for us!  

Here are a few of the images we captured that day….

Gabriela + Martin's Wedding ~ Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph's ~ Mexican Heritage Plaza ~ San Jose, CA

We were very honored to share in Gabriela & Martin's Wedding day!  Their love for each showed instantly at our first meeting with them.  They are high school sweethearts and we even took them to their meeting place on one of our stops at their engagement session - Mount Pleasant High School!

Here are a few of their photos as they both prepared for their wonderful wedding day!  Did I mention that both the bride and groom looked absolutely amazing, they belong on the cover of The Knot!  They put so many details into their wedding day we are happy to share them!

It is always a blessing to be an approved photographer for Saint Joseph's Cathedral.  It is such a beautifully spiritual place!   Here are a just a handful of the photos we took at the Cathedral during their wedding ceremony…

After the wedding ceremony a Classic Cadillac arrived to pick up the handsome groom and gorgeous bride to take them to the Mexican Heritage Plaza.  Here are a few photos of them getting ready to leave downtown and also from the Mexican Heritage Plaza…

From the exquisite sweets table that featured Cake Pops, Carmel Corn, Tarts, Macaroons and Brownies just to name a few of the treats to the special first dance song their groomsman wrote and sang for them their wedding was fabulous!  All of Gabriela and Martin's meticulous planning was evident at their celebration!  Thank you for the honor Gabriela & Martin!  Many Blessings! <3
If you would like to see a little more their wedding day click on this link to watch the slideshow we prepared for them! Gabriela & Martin's Wedding
A special thank you to Gloria with Catering for All Occasions for the amazing food and beautiful decorations!

Ashley & Babatunde's Wedding ~ Los Meganos at Trilogy, Brentwood, CA

We were so very excited to share in Ashley and Babatunde's wedding day.  Ashley carried  our business card for years in her backpack.  When Babatunde proposed we were one of the first people she called.  All of the hard work planning the details showed throughout the wedding from Babatunde's Vera Wang suit, to the fun and elegant reception dress Ashley changed into, to the gobo on the wall, to the exquisite dessert table, to the Photo Booth and to the exciting sparkler exit.

Sharing with them was truly an honor and their genuine love made our job so much easier! Here are just a few images from their wedding day at the very gorgeous Trilogy in Brentwood, CA.

If you would like to see more of Ashley & Babatunde's Wedding, you can view this slideshow for their beautiful wedding day!  Ashley & Babatunde's Wedding

Alex & Sunjesh's Wedding ~ Sneha Restaurant,Sunnyvale, CA

What a wonderful celebration of LOVE!  We were honored to share in Alex & Sunjesh's Wedding celebration filled with love, traditions, laughter, spirituality and loads of fun ~ these guys danced for at least three hours straight!  This amazing couple celebrated for 3 days starting with religious rituals and ending with all night dancing!    Here a just a few of their fabulous images:

Thank you so much Alex, Sunjesh and the whole Singh family for welcoming us and allowing us to share in your celebration!   Lots of love to you all!  XXOO

Would you like to see more from Alex and Sunj's wedding at Sneha follow this link to a special slideshow we created for them!

Alex & Sunj's Wedding

Erica & Danny's Maternity Session

You may remember Erica & Danny from their wedding last year.  They have exciting news-They are expecting  a baby boy,  due in May.  They are so excited and can't wait to be parents.

We were honored to share in this wondrous life event with them, for their maternity photos.  Here is a little peak.

Leilani's Pre Session ~ San Francisco, CA

Our pre sessions have been known to take us to some interesting spots around the San Francisco bay area.  We have to agree that a beautiful day in San Francisco is one of our favorite spots (while a foggy day in the City can be one of our least favorite places).  

We had the honor of photographing Leilani before her sweet 16 celebration at some of the best spots in San Francisco.  The best part of our session was watching the shy, beautiful young lady come out of her shell and rock our session like a super model!  Here are just a couple of photos from our session!  

Erika & Jesus' Wedding ~ Palmdale Estates, Fremont, CA

We had the honor of photographing Erika & Jesus' wedding at Palmdale Estates in.  We got to spend some time and get to know them at their engagement session and afterward over chevelas and tacos at Puerto Azul.  They are a fun, loving couple with a great group of friends and family!  They had an amazing wedding and they danced the night away to the banda.

Ashley & Babatunde's Engagement Session ~ Natural Bridges Beach, Santa Cruz, CA

At our initial meeting with Ashley & Babatunde, Ashley had to explained to us how she originally met us at her cousin's wedding a few years back.  She said she carried our business card in backpack for many years and when Babatunde proposed, she already knew we would photograph her wedding.  The  story made us both cry!  We were honored that she had remembered us, and wanted us to share in their wedding.  

For their engagement session, Ashley and Babatunde wanted a photograph they had seen in our office (the couple stood in the middle of bridge at Natural Bridges).  We had to get very familiar with reading the tide chart to wait for the ultra low tide to put them there.  

The day was cold and it had rained in the morning, but I think that made their sunset amazing! Here are just a few shots from the session...