A San Francisco Engagement Photo Session with {Anoush + Chris}
We had a fantastic time in San Francisco with {Anoush + Chris} recently! So one of the coolest things I’ve seen in a while is what Chris did for his proposal to Anoush. Chris got a friend to video the whole process from the pre-proposal preparation, (and as always a bit of stress!) to the actual proposal. His friend edited the footage and not only is it a great keep sake for the two of them, it was so much fun for Wendy and I to see who these two are before even meeting them! During our photo shoot with them we visited the Japanese Tea Garden, the graffiti walls of Hayes Valley and the famous sunset at Baker Beach for their e-session. We can’t wait to see these two back in SF for their yacht club wedding later this year!
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A Smith Rock State Park Engagement Photo Session with {Jennifer + Jason}
Jordan,
I remember the first day we met. Of course, I was immediately drawn in by your good looks and athletic skills, but what hooked me was your kindness. Each day since, I have thanked my lucky stars and the Goodness that makes things be for aligning in such a manner that brought us together.
You, my love, have brought a wonderful light into my life. Your kind, gentle, and constant love makes each day a gift. What I admire most about you is your genuine commitment to the greater good. You make me want to be a better person and I think that’s one of the best things about our love.
What I look forward to most on our wedding day is sharing our first kiss as husband and wife. I know it sounds cliché, but this is a moment I have waited for my whole life and I couldn’t be more excited and grateful that I have found you. You are the love of my life, and I look forward to sharing the rest of it with you.
Always,
Jen
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{Angela + Jason} Engagement Photo Session in Seattle
We’ve always wanted to photograph around the Experience Music Project (EMP) in Seattle since the outside is all really cool metal panels of different colors. Well, we finally got the chance with our engagement couple {Angela and Jason} and it was amazing of course! First though, we spent time with the two of them and their dog’s Coco and Oliver at Bellevue’s Downtown Park which is seriously amazing with really interesting water features and beautiful landscaping. Afterwards it was on to the ultra modern EMP building where the metal reflections and colors became a fabulous backdrop to Angela and Jason’s day. We can’t wait for this beautiful couples wedding this summer at Pronghorn Golf Club in Central Oregon. Enjoy!
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{Lizzie + Joe} Pre-Wedding Engagement Photography San Francisco, CA – Fort Point, Mission, Golden Gate
We had an absolute blast recently in San Francisco for {Lizzie + Joe’s} engagement session. They two are total naturals in everyday life as well as in front of the camera. We sought out our first location for modern architecture and landed upon the super cool San Francisco Federal Building. Not a normal place to take pictures, but perfect for us! There was lots of metal, great reflections and angular metal supports – just our kinda style! That’s where we first discovered that Joe’s doppelganger is Rob Pattinson! 
From there, we went mural/graffiti hunting in the Mission area. Did you know there was an entire website dedicated to located San Francisco murals and that the Mission area has 230 of them?! The art is plentiful, colorful and a cool site to behold. Next (it was a marathon day!) we hit up Fort Point and the Golden Gate bridge to get the grand cityscape and bridge in the background! What a day!
{Lizzie + Joe} we are SO excited to work with you both for your grand wedding! Thanks again for such fun adventures and certainly more to come; we are delighted to see you again in Livermore at the Wente Vineyard for your big day!
Cheers!
B + W
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Cityscape at Fort Point
Incredible reflections at the Federal Building
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The fabulous Coit Tower (where Lizzie’s parents got engaged!)…and a little re-enactment here
Alcatraz in the background
* Special thanks to Nickol Elaine for Lizzie’s hair/makeup!
{Carrie + Richard} Lake Merritt, Oakland CA Family Portrait Photography
We were absolutely delighted to meet up with past wedding clients {Carrie + Richard} and meet their newest family addition….welcome RILEY! Nope, no babies here….just their fabulous little dog who’s the most lovable pet. We played in the sun surrounding the beautiful Lake Merritt in Oakland, Ca and enjoyed the architecture and blooming cherry blossoms for their family photography session. Welcome to the family Riley!! YOU are SO loved!
Happy times,
B + W
To: Joe, From Gerda; Pre-Wedding Engagement and Family Photography Downtown Bend, Oregon
Joe,
You know that it all began with your smile…and then the first kiss! But now, it is so much more than that! You make me laugh, you are the best dad in the world, you are my most talented bass player and who could deny that your proposal was just the best ever!
You are everything to me and I am looking forward to spending the rest of my life with you and our families!
Love you forever and always!
Gerda
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*Special thanks to Lori Tompos, Owner of Edge Salon for Gerda Hair/Makeup
