Elle & Zach by the SF Pier

I had the pleasure of capturing a wonderful wedding day with two fantastic people, Elle & Zach. They were friends first and a couple second – a great way to have a true and loving relationship. They live in Washington, D.C., but found a reason to come back to the San Francisco area to celebrate their wedding celebration. The nuptials were held at the St. Patrick Catholic church on Mission Street, and the wedding reception was held nearby at the St. Regis Hotelon 3rd Street. Both locations have the San Francisco style and character. They decided to not see each other before the ceremony, so I am sure that when Zach saw her in the fantastic custom dress that she was wearing, he was as thrilled as the rest of the guests. She looked fantastic. Here are a few shots of the couple together having some fun and enjoying their wedding day together. Congratulations again to Elle & Zach!

Mojgan and Alizera enjoying a moment together

Mojgan and Alizera looked wonderful on their formal wedding day. Mojgan looked beautiful in her dress and Alizera looked debonair in his suit. They were ready for the traditional Persian style wedding with all of their family and friends. The wedding ceremony was full of tradition and enjoyed fully by all of their guests. The ceremony, the food, the music, and the overall celebration was a joy to see. It was obvious that they were happy to have this special day to bring their lives together with their guests.

Their personal photographs were taken at nearby Stanford University and at their selected restaurant, Faz in Sunnyvale. My wife, Annie, shot as a second photographer and captured some great additional photographs that will help to make sure that their day is well remembered into the future. Congratulations again to Mojgan and Alizera for their new life together.

Mojgan and Alizera walking by columns

Mojgan and Alizera

Mojgan by arch

Mojgan and Alizera together

Mojgan and Alizera seated

Mojgan and Alizera a quiet and loving moment

A moment alone...

Noriko and Toshiyuki were joyous and excited, yet humble at the same time. They had both travelled from Tokyo to San Francisco for a wonderful wedding in Golden Gate Park at the Shakespeare Garden. The weather was beautiful and the day bright. They were married amongst the trees in the park, and afterwards went on a short trip from the city to Sausalito for their reception. The gathering was small, but full of close friends and family members. It was an honor to be a part of their wedding day.

These photographs were taken mostly with the Nikon D700 and the AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G ED lens along with the 85mm f/1.8. Some images were taken using the Nikon D300 and the AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8G ED. All of these images were color corrected in Lightroom 2. The only significant issue was correcting for the right white balance in the Shakespeare Garden as there was high contrast (bright sun and dark shadows) and a strong green tint from the foliage.

Congratulations again to Noriko and Toshiyuki. Please enjoy the few images here of their special day together.

Noriko and Toshiyuki Favors

Noriko and Toshiyuki with Bubbles

The Newlyweds

Walking to the Beach

The Golden Gate and Baker Beach

Noriko and Toshiyuki at the Legion of Honor

Smile!

The View from their Suite at Cavallo Point

Enjoying the Bay from Sausalito

Noriko and Toshiyuki in the Meadow

Ali & Mojgan relaxing by stairway

Mojgan and Ali were a joy to work with regarding their official wedding ceremony at San Francisco City Hall. Although they will be having a more formal Persian wedding later this month, they wanted to have their official wedding done at the beautiful San Francisco City Hall. There was rain just a few days before hand, but they were fortunate that the day was fantastic, and gave them blue skies and sun. Here are few photographs from that day. Congratulations again Mojgan and Ali, and I am looking forward to your next big celebration later this month!

Ali & Mojgan by daylight

Ali & Mojgan enjoying a stroll

Ali & Mojgan

Mojgan & Ali with a kiss

Ali & Mojgan enjoying the sun

Ali & Mojgan with San Francisco City Hall