Julie + Josh } Bordeaux, France

Welp...pretty fantastic wedding, right? I must admit that, clearly, I was VERY excited for your wedding weekend! I know, I know.... it was rough traveling to the south of France but we managed it and the memory of the Chateau Lagorce will always be pretty sweet and special to me (and I'm sure everyone else too).
I, hereby, vote for a 25 year reunion, same place and same awesome people. I love you guys and I will definitely be seeing you in the city! Drinks por favor!

You can see the webshow here. 

xoxo

Mel + Matt } Bay Area

Hi Mel and Matt,

I'm really just so excited to post these images. If I had one word to describe this wedding it would be..... F.U.N. I loved every minute of it. I would think having fun on your wedding day is up there on the priority list, so if this was your goal, then I should say... job well done. All the details were equally amazing as well and I've included some of these in the post. Honestly, I had a hard time choosing which pics I love the most. I think you'll be super happy with them. And that makes me happy! Please keep in touch guys. Let's grab that drink soon.

xoxo

You can see their webshow here.

Ceremony location - Shakespeare Garden, SF
Reception location - Landmark Art & Garden Center, Tiburon
Catering - California Rose
Florist - La Fleuriste
Dress - Modern Trousseau
Wedding coordination - Sacred Weddings & Events
Pies - Black Jet Bakery
Music (DJ) - Denon & Doyle
Music (band) - Brass Monkey Brass Band
Invitations/Paper Goods - Three Little Words
Officiant - Pastor Douglass Fitch
Hair & Makeup - Gayle Parker

Rumiya + Josh } CIty Hall, San Francisco

Hi Newlyweds! It was short and sweet but such a great pleasure. I wish you both the best of luck. Keep in touch and congratulations again!

xoxo

Ashley + Hunter } Wine Country, Santa Rosa, California

Ashley & Hunter, first, I just want to say you guys are both awesome and really so sweet.
Case in point...I walked into the rehearsal dinner on Friday night and you both (separately) say "Do you want a glass of wine?" Approximately an hour later you both come up to me and say "did you eat some food?" (genuinely concerned) *awesome*. It shows so much character when (on your wedding weekend) you are thinking about the photographer, among all the other hundred things you have to think about.  I can't express how happy that makes me. And on top of it, wow, this was really a spectacular weekend. I really loved Annadele Estate. It was so picturesque I couldn't take a bad picture. Perfect location. Sweetest couple Ever.  I love my clients.

Venue: Annadel Estate Winery
Coordinator: Meren Dehaze
Food: The Girl and the Fig
Hair and Make Up: Neja Cosmetics 
Flowers: Fleuressence
Sweets: Crisp Bakery

Zoe + Dan } San Francisco, Ca

Zoe, the first few minutes of speaking with you I knew we were a fit. You immediately thumbed through photos on your iPhone trying to find a picture of Dan, then ended up showing me pictures of High-tops instead. Which, by the way, is an awesome distraction (sorry Dan...you may have more hair but damn if High-tops isn't the sweetest face ever). Well, I quickly learned that Dan had some sweetness too (lots of it in fact)! Honestly, I loved working with you both. It was a breeze. The day was stunning. The Bus was magic. Everything about it was magic! Lets please keep in touch. 


xoxo

You can see their webshow here.

Party: The Park Tavern
Coordinator: Laura Wright
School bus: Mexican BusCeremony Site: One Maritime Plaza and Park Tavern
Hair: Jade Tu of Winc Artistry
Make-up: Ramee Hurwitz of Winc Artistry
Flowers: Tristan Conway
Sweets: Heartbaker
Music: DJSol

From New York to San Francisco!

Honestly, this was one of the most awesome 3 hour weddings I've ever shot. You guys come flying in from NY "because you like our City Hall better than yours". You bring a bottle of champagne to the Mayors office and crack it open all before 11am in the morning (wait...in the building, mind you).  After that, you decide you need "mostly bacon" for lunch so we head to Mel's diner for a meal in which we all order...beers, burgers and milkshakes and other foods that (may or may not give you type II diabetes). Seriously, you are people after my own heart and I love you for that. Ha, ha! Please come back. San Francisco needs more bacon eaters and rad peeps like you. xoxo

You can see their webshow here.

Make-Up: Tracey Yuen
Hair: Jamie King
Shoes: Christian Louboutin
Clutch: Chanel
Dress: 3.1 Philip Lim
Suit: Paul Smith
Venue: City Hall
Food: Mel's Diner

Dalton + Kelly } Holly Farms, Carmel Valley, Ca

Dalton and Kelly tied the knot at *now* one of my favorite venues in Northern California- Holly Farms. I don’t just absolutely love this place for it’s unique charm but I love it for the darling owner, Doyle, and his amazing family. They are such a joy to work with, they make sure vendors are taken care of as well as the guests, and they somehow handle all sorts of wedding day shake-downs with a smile on their face. The entire grounds make you feel like you're in some kind of Fairytale- Bali- Wonderland and if I had a question about, like, anything ("how come this place exist, it's so awesome") they were so on top of it, ready to explain, ready to answer with a big smile. Dalton and Kelly's wedding was full of laughter and lots and lots of "High-Flyers". It was such a joy to have been a part of their beautiful day. Love you guys! xoxo

You can see their webshow here.

Venue: Holly Farms 
Hair and Make Up: Gayea
Dress : Model Novias
Flowers : Laughin Gal Floral
Sweets : Miette
Music : Kally Price, Old Blues & Jazz Band

Connected Goods } Lands End

Hey Nicole & Thomas, I had so much fun collaborating with you on this. I am so excited about Connected Goods. I will spread the word large and loud! Let's work together more in the future. I have plenty of ideas up my sleeves. xoxo

Mayra + David } Oakland, California

Hey Newlyweds! Thank you so much for having me along and being open to my crazy photo ideas. Ha, ha. I wish you the best of everything and hope that you keep in touch. xoxo

Ceremony: Skyline Community Church
Reception: Montclair Women’s Cultural Arts ClubCatering: Picante
Cake: Montclair Baking

The Sage's } Oakland, California

First time working with you guys and it was awesome. Really enjoyed spending time with Agnes and Eloise. I especially loved the sister pile-up portion of the shoot. Ha, ha. Let's do it again!!!

xoxo

Joe + Nina } Sonoma, California

It was so awesome witnessing this wedding! Joe, kind of figured I wasn't making the short list but at least I was able to sneak in with a camera. Ha, ha. You both shine when you're together and I couldn't be happier. I'm posting a ton of photos here (seriously could not narrow them down), more to come soon. xoxo

Second Photog: Damien Maloney
Ceremony site: Arista Winery
Reception site: Mayacama
Event Planner Extraordinaire: Stephanie Beer
Band: Notorious
Flowers: Green Valley Growers
Dress: Carolina Herrera

Ginger + Pierre { Barndiva, Healdsburg, CA

Ginger and Pierre... oh, how I wish we lived closer.  It was so wonderful to spend the weekend with you two. I loved both sides of the family and all of your friends...everyone was so much fun. Honestly, I don't think anything could've been done any better: the entertainment, the food, the setting (for both evenings) it was all fabulous. I still dream about that barbecue you served up on Thursday night. Not even joking, ha, ha! Well, I guess they say "all good things must come to an end", I like to argue against this notion, so I hope you both keep in touch and call me if you're ever in town. Big hugs to you and both of your Mom's! They were great. :)

xoxo

Venue: Barndiva

Ginger + Pierre } Rehearsal Dinner, Medlock Ames

Hi Newlyweds, I was going to wait to post the rehearsal dinner with the wedding but there were too many great shots. Seriously, you are both so photogenic I had a hard time editing. Plus the venue was breathtaking and the sunset at dinner, well...you can't get much better than that. I'll post the wedding soon, hopes this helps in the interim. Have fun perusing the gallery. Back soon!

xoxo

Venue: Medlock Ames

Clarissa + Scott } City Hall, San Francisco

Loved, loved, loved working with you both. We need to come up with more occasions to shoot together. Ha! I hope you have an awesome celebration at the Slovakian Hall. I know its going to be fun, that place is pretty amazing. Please keep in touch and best of luck to you both.

Taxi: Marin Checker Taxi - (415) 332-5356
Flowers : Studio Choo 
Dress : Custom made by Isabelle Le
Rings : His - Just Bands Hers - Mociun
Venues: San Francisco City Hall, Comstock Saloon & Commonwealth

xoxo

Monica + Evan } Sausalito, California

Well, it was short & sweet but so much fun. I will definitely remember that venue; it was funky, cute and perfect for an indoor/outdoor rehearsal dinner. You were both awesome to work with and I hope your wedding day was everything you hoped for. I'm sure it was with Shannon's artful eye. I wish you both the best of luck and I hope we meet again someday. Now go sail into the sunset or something like that!
xoxo.

Venue: Studio333
Coordinator:  Shannon Leahy
Empanadas truck: El Porteno
Sweets: Kara Cupcakes
Catering: Laurel's Catering
Maya Espresso Catering

Zara + Jay } Presidio, California

I met Zara at a coffee shop about 8 days prior to her wedding. I immediately knew we'd be a good fit. She told me of a surprise. A boy named Gabriel that would play the trumpet. He played the trumpet and shocked everyone with his amazing talent. The day was not only filled with the best entertainment, like ever, but the vibe, food, family & friends together made the day quite magical. Zara, I hope we can stay in touch! It was a real pleasure working with you and Jay. xoxo

Venue: Presidio Golden Gate Club
Musician: Gabriel Angelo

Deanna + Mark } El Dorado Hills, California

A beautiful day in El Dorado Hills. The Serrano Country Club was the perfect setting a wedding. Luckily, it wasn't too hot and I loved the big oak tree as a place for the ceremony. Two wonderful people and amazing family. Once again... I *love* my job! Thanks for being so awesome you guys. Hope you are settling into married life and enjoying the summer!

xoxo

Cake - Ambrosia
Flowers - Ambience Floral
Dress - Maggie Sottero
Lighting/DJ - Extreme Productions
Hair - Polish and Pout
Make Up - Ronda Harder

You can see there webshow here.

Sylvia + Andrew } St. Westin, San Francisco

What a fantastic wedding! I loved that it all took place at one of San Francisco's landmark hotels. The ceremony and reception was so stunning. I'm really glad we were able to sneak away for a minute to capture some shots of the two of you around Union Square. I wish you both the very best and I hope to see you again soon. Big hugs! xoxo

The venue: Westin St Francis
Best event coordinator ever: Duncan Reyes

Julie + Joshua } Engaged

Really, all I can say about this is... I am so unbelievably excited for France. We are gonna make magic together. You are both amazing and fun and my type of people. Hopefully, I will see you both before the end of September. Joshua, um... really want to hear that voice of yours so let me know what's coming up.

xoxo

Deanna + Mark } Engaged

I'm so happy we finally made this happen. I can't believe the wedding is just around the corner. I'm so excited for the big day because it is going to be so. much. fun! wooohooo!

xoxo

Seth + Jared } Green's and Laszlo's

Seth & Jared, your wedding was one of the best starts to, what is hopefully going to be, a great wedding season. If the rest of my 2012 clients are half as awesome as the two of you than I feel like a pretty lucky lady. Honestly, I really feel privileged to have worked with you both. You seriously have an amazing family and a *very* good-looking group of friends, they all smell really nice too. :)

Please come visit so we can grab a drink. I happily embrace all the positive people in my life that love good food, partake in daytime wine drinking and consider a "Marie Antoinette" themed-photo-shoot a really good afternoon.  xoxo

The Goodies...
Seth, Jared and friends spent the weekend at The Chateau Tivoli
Ceremony and brunch was held at Green's.  Ashley Pier was the amazing coordinator!
After party at Laszlo's
The cake was from Sweet Dream Cakery
Outfits. (because they looked fabulous!)
Jared wore Dolce and Gabanna, John Varvatos USA shoes, and Happy Socks.
Seth wore Paul Smith, To Boot New York shoes, and Happy Socks

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Everyone one is Arnold.

We made it to Big Tree State Park. I didn't know if the Trooper would make it but we got there. There were big trees. We looked for big foot. Thinking for sure if he existed we would be the first to get a photo of him (or her). When we didn't we decide to make our own in the shadows of the trees. This actually didn't work. So if you own a furry suit, of any kind, I'd love to purchase this for next time. :)

 

Mel and Greg } photo + cinema = magic!

My boyfriend Tony & I have combined our creative talents! With our mutual love for capturing moments through photography and video, we work together to tell the complete story.  Because we know, it can all end up one-big-incredible-blur. We find the best imagery comes by letting couples be themselves and show the love that is genuinely theirs. Our hope is to capture these moments honestly and form real friendships along the way.

With all that said... this is our first collaboration. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
On a dim, breezy day, Greg married his darling Mel underneath the Bay Bridge. Complete with their closest family, friends and a dozen bicycles, their wedding didn’t need anything more: the bay breeze, the gorgeous cityscape, the incredible food and a perfect little cake from Miette. Mel and Greg love cycling so much they’re on a tour de Europe as we speak. You guys are awesome! Come back to us one day!

GREG & MEL from tony benna on Vimeo.

Go here to view more work by Traci Griffin and Tony Benna!

Meet Delilah

I've had the pleasure of photographing many really amazing couples these last 12 years.  Most of my clients, now friends, come back year to year. They get married, they become parents and they live life. I sometimes feel like I'm the luckiest person on earth; I get to go to work, catch up with my friends and see how life has transpired for them. I get to meet the new babies, they eventually become little teenagers, and as they get older, they remember me. I'm always the "girl with the camera". Yes, life is beautiful.

Life for Bobby, Steff and little Delilah is kicking off to a pretty good start. And I'm so excited to be apart of it. Even if it's just once a year.

Ryan + Andreea } Berkeley, California

Hi newlyweds!

Tony and I had a blast at your wedding. I'm so, so happy I was able to capture some photos for you!
It was a nice change to work a few hours but enjoy the wedding celebration too. I hope to see you both really soon.

Big hugs.
xoxo

Annie + Brian } Pleasanton, California

Brian and Annie, traveled to New York for a fabulous wedding at Ruby Hill in Pleasanton. The weather was perfect and we found one of the most awesome oak tree canopies to snap photos under. It couldn't have been a better day. I wish you both the best and I hope to see you again one day. FYI....Will travel to New York for weddings.  ;)

Check out their webshow here.

Dalton + Kelly's Engagement } San Francisco

What a terrific day. And, would you believe, no rain in sight?! 115 days and counting...I can't wait.

Anna & Darren } Maternity

I had so much fun with this shoot. You guys are so awesome and so easy to work with. I'm looking forward to many more shoots in the future. And I am ridiculously excited to see the first
pictures of your little baby girl. Big hugs to you both!

xoxo

Marijke, Dolla and Oscar

Great day at Muir Beach! Family, photos and fun.

Allison + Iggy } Pacific, California

Howdy neighbors! It was a great pleasure working with you both. I loved this wedding and the fact that it was help in a green house. and the love was in the air! I hope to run into you around the hood and see little Julian playing in the park. Thanks for being awesome. xoxo

see u soon,

Venue: Shelldance Orchid Garden
Food: KASA

Christina + Ryan } San Francisco, Ca

Welp....we packed a lot into 4 hours! And although it was short & sweet, it was really awesome working with you both! I hope to see you around the neighborhood soon. Cheers!

You can see Christina and Ryan's slideshow here.

Vanessa and Evan

Evan meet world. World meet Evan.

It was so good to spend a little time with you. Love you both! xo

The Mack's

I had a blast as usual guys. I love little Emmett. He's going to be a talented and spirited young man. I look forward to many more portraits in the future!

Big hugs all around. xo

A day with the kids...

The Henderson's and the Kring's - both terrific families! I'm so lucky to spend some time with them each year. It's always a blast and always unexpected. Love you guys!

Hope you had an awesome Thanksgiving!

Molly + Sai } Napa, California

I loved this wedding so much that I'm considering asking to have my wedding at the family home. Well, I guess first I should probably get engaged. But seriously, I'm not kidding - I'm thinking ahead on this one. Sai and Molly are both creative and sweet and good people all around. It was an easy wedding to shoot. I hope we stay in touch and we definitely need to grab a drink in the city soon! All the best.

You can view Molly and Sai's webshow here.

DJ Tom Thump
RoliRoti
Alexis Baking Company
Classic Party Rentals
Fancy Florist
Wedding dress, JCrew
Groom's suit, Paul Smith

Gina and Peter } Tara Firma Farms, Ca

What a fantastic experience this day was with Gina and Peter. The theme was mostly Hawaiian but the wedding took place on a beautiful organic farm in Petaluma. The ceremony was held under an old oak tree, and for the reception, they constructed a tent to hold all the fun activities which included; a pig roast, a homemade vintage inspired photo-booth and hula dancing -I mean...c'mon! Although Gina and Peter followed some typical wedding traditions, it was mostly a super unique celebration that was sincere, handcrafted, unexpected and oh, so sweet! You guys are the best. Thanks for being so patient and I hope we can all grab a drink in the city soon!

You can see their webshow here.

Bakeries:
Christine's Upper Crust Pies
Sift Cupcakes
Caterer: Landeza Presents, Patrick Landeza
Flowers: Stems
Music: Dick Bright
Makeup: The Powder Room
Wedding Planners: Runaway Brides
Dress: Starlet Bridal

Caitlin + Sasha } Hidden Villa, Ca

I knew after meeting Cate and Sasha, I really wanted to work with them. It seemed liked a really good fit. I was right. Hidden Villa was the venue and without even trying, it was such a beautiful ceremony and reception. Everything just seemed to flow naturally all day and the sunset over the Santa Cruz mountains ....pffft...magic.

In all honestly, I felt that this day was not about the details, the food and the place (although all of these things were absolutely amazing) but i think the best part of this wedding, and most memorable for me, was that your family and friends wanted nothing more than to celebrate the two of you. That's it. It was real, honest and lovely to witness. You guys are great. I'm honored to have been there and I hope you keep in touch.

you can see Cate and Sasha's webshow here.

Thomas + Nicole } City Hall, San Francisco

It was short and sweet - but awesome nonetheless. Thanks for the opportunity and stay in touch. Best to the both of you!

Cheers!

Katie + Jeff } Barndiva, Healdsburg, Ca

Oh so many great images from one wedding it was hard to choose just a few. It was a great day for a wedding celebration in Healdsburg, Ca. The ceremony and reception took place at the artsy Barndiva. Truly one of my favorite venues located right downtown in the city's center. After dinner the party really picked up as folks seriously cut up a rug (or two). Thanks to the very energetic band, Tainted Love. We ♥ Katie and Jeff. Congratulations!!!

You can see their slideshow here.

Misha and Ryan ) Carmel Valley, CA

I really just want to say thanks for letting Jake and I be apart of the festivities. Honestly, such a unique and special wedding. Your family and friends were so awesome and I have this great memory of all of us on a farm with pigs and horses. You guys are going to have an amazing life together. I can tell. I like to call my self an expert now. I know, i know...it's a gift. But you guys have it. Hope we get to hang with you both again soon. Salute.

you can see the webshow here.

Molly + Federico } Marin Art and Garden Center

This was an awesome wedding. Beautiful weather, live music (Dad on lead guitar), dancing and lots of whiskey rye! Thanks for having us. Good times - Great couple!

Lei + Dean} Carmel by the Sea, Ca

I knew after shooting Lei and Dean's Engagement session that there wedding was going to be one to remember. It definitely was. Carmel by the Sea....um, amazing! The views were breathtaking all around, and I must say, the fog worked in our advantage. Love you guys - it was a blast!

You can see their webshow here.

Video: Van Hsieh with Vinh Nguyen
Ocean Blue Videography

Florist: CC Creations & Floral Design
Flowers by Cynthia Fones

DJ: Hep Jen
415.531.8195

Ceremony musicians:
Lynda Jardine

Ceremony site:
Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Reception site:
La Playa Hotel
Carmel-by-the-Sea

Cheryln and Aaron } UC Berkeley, Lawrence Hall

Fog, dinosaurs, photo-booths and breakfast for dinner. What an awesomely unique wedding! Cherlyn and Aaron were so easy going and fun to work with. Thanks for the opportunity you guys.

You can see their webshow here.

Aaron + Jane } Laurel Mill Lodge, Los Gatos, Ca

Oh, where to begin... I really enjoyed this wedding. Quite the perfect setting for a weekend away from the city. A simple combination of great food, music, rustic cabins, camping, bad mitten, fires, redwoods, tether ball, sangria and one hell of an awesome dance party. I loved how intimate and comfortable it all felt and it truly made for a stress-less weekend. Thanks for being so awesome guys! Maybe I'll run into you at the Argus or Phone Booth one of these days. I hope so!


Flowers: www.florajett.com
Catering: www.coastalcateringsantacruz.com

View the show.

Eddiemae + Colin } San Francisco, Ca

I had a great time with you guys! I hope you have a fabulous wedding in Mexico and a really long honeymoon. I wish you both the best! Stay in touch.

Enjoy the show.

George, Jeanne and Hayden } San Francisco, Ca

Hey guys! What a blast. Honestly, I fell in love with Hayden. She is the most fun, most easy going little girl to be around. It was a pleasure to hang with you three and have some photo time. Let's make it a tradition - I'm serious!

Enjoy the show.

Matthew + Thuy Anh Le } Cornerstone Winery, Sonoma CA

I hope you guys love the photos. Tony and I had such a good time working with you both. Thanks for making our jobs a breeze. I still can't believe that after a year of talking with you guys, and all the emails back-and -forth, that its sadly over. Please keep in touch and let me know when you come back to the states so we can grab a cocktail!

Venue: Cornerstone Cellars
Wedding Planner: Amanda Lam
Caterer: Alex's Catering
DJ: DJ Sol
Hair and Makeup: Lia Negrete
Flowers: Viola Flowers
Desserts: Lily Wong
Officiant: Kathy Wilkerson



You can view the webshow here.

Lori + Matt } Orlando, FLorida

Lori and Matt, you are dear friends. You both know that I loved being a part of all the festivities! From Mexico to Florida, we celebrated the right way - I just wish we could do it all over again. See you soon! xoxo

Lei and Dean's Engagement.

Lei and Dean, you guys were awesome. Thanks for bringing all the props to the shoot. Hopefully on your wedding day we won't be dealing with 60 mph wind gusts. Ha! I can't wait.

Who's in for some family fun?

Lori and Matt , rough draft 1