I had the immense pleasure of shooting for the American Bach Soloists again. They were a fantastic referral from the Grace Cathedral, when I photographed an American Bach Soloists concert last May. This was the first time I worked directly with their organization, and I hope it was not the last. It was a fantastic shoot, since every member of the orchestra was on board with the shoot. They worked as a team during the photo shoot, just as much as they do in concert. I got to take a few group shots and a photo session with the director, Jeffrey Thomas.
This was a fantastic couple to work with, especially great since it was a 15 hour shoot. Their friends were easy going and everyone ended up having a good time. The day started off at 8AM with trips to both parents homes for the tea ceremonies. The marriage ceremony took place on the Sherman, a boat/restaurant permanently stationed in Burlingame. The reception took place at Gold Mountain restaurant. The place was packed with 600 guests, and with servers bringing out food for 60 tables it was a mad house at times. I was amazed that the lion dancers and the dragon all fit.
I am now a member of the Wedding Photojournalist Association. WPJA is one of the highest professional photography associations, accepting only members who demonstrate great work, with a high percentage of photojournalistic type shots, capturing the special moments in an unobtrusive way.
The wedding was very relaxed and fun. Being friends with the bride and groom helped keep the stress down, and the whole thing was mostly fun. It was the first time I was a guest as well as a photographer at a friend’s wedding, and it worked out well. The venue was Highland Country Club in Oakland. Great catering by Devoted Catering Enjoy the Video.
Toby and Hilla’s wedding was absolutely fantastic, and a great pleasure to shoot. Everything went smooth, the setting was gorgeous, the live music and the food were superb. Nestledown is one of the most stunning venues I’ve shot at, Brooke and her staff were awesome. Leo Brasil (usagoiania (at) hotmail.com) played some great music during the reception, and also provided the soundtrack for the slideshow. Continental Catering , was also fantastic and Michael did a great job. There are more images on the way, as well as an album.
Here is a video from Matt’s proposal to Meghan. I am all done with the images, and these are the best ones from the proposal, photo walk, and family brunch.
I woke up at 8am this Sunday morning in order to capture a wedding proposal. Matt called just two days ago asking me if I am available to shoot, and I was. We communicated via text message in the morning, coordinating logistics of catching up with them at the Palace of Fine Arts. Once I made positive ID, I followed the couple, acting like a regular tourist with a couple of professional cameras, taking shots of PFA and the couple when Meghan was not looking in my direction. While Meghan was taking a photo of the ceiling of the PFA dome, Matt got on one knee behind her and took out the ring. When she turned around she was very surprised. She said yes. Matt introduced us, and the three of us ended up walking around the lake to take a few engagement snaps. They met up with family in the Marina. I am glad it worked out the way Matt intended, and very happy to provide them with some great images to treasure.
More images to come soon…
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