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!