Some couples want a big wedding, but more and more couples are having smaller, more intimate celebrations. Some of my favorite weddings were elopements and minimonies. If you’re considering a minimony wedding, look no further than Nestldown. This enchanting venue, nestled in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains, offers a breathtaking setting for couples […]
“Late afternoon on the West Coast ends with the sky doing all its brilliant stuff.” – Joan Didion Recently, I had the opportunity to capture a magical engagement session in the breathtaking Marin Headlands. The Headlands is short car ride over the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco and through a very long tunnel with […]
I am obsessed with redwoods and add a wedding to the mix! That is my happy place. I marvel over these ancient giants that are everywhere in Northern California, especially in the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains. These ancient giants never fail to amaze me. So, when Jared and Daisy told me they were getting married […]
As I walked into the lush greenery of Hakone Gardens, my camera in hand, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of awe. The venue radiated a timeless beauty and its deep history. The tranquility seemed to perfectly embody the love and promises shared during a wedding ceremony. This beautiful Japanese garden was the perfect […]
They are both graduate students at UC Berkeley studying the archaeology and history of Ancient Greece. A wedding isn’t something they had time to plan for, but with the help of family and friends, this very sweet and romantic DYI backyard wedding was born. These two were so happy celebrating on a family friend’s farm. A perfect […]
There’s the family you are born into, and there’s the family you choose. Kristen met Eric through Eric’s younger sister Julia, who was Kristen’s college roommate (and still one of her best friends today). After seeing each other occasionally over the years, Kristen and Eric’s relationship blossomed while planning a group trip to Costa Rica. […]
Love is not cancelled! That was all I kept thinking during Mila and Jordan’s sweet, socially-distant backyard wedding. They had originally booked me for a big two-day celebration – a celebration to include beautiful Indian wedding ceremonies, like Mehndi, and also western traditions. Then COVID happened. So, they decided to get married now, and celebrate with friends and family next year when it’s safe. They were lucky enough to have a small wedding […]
Getting married under the mighty California Redwoods nothing short of amazing. Zoe & Will pick the perfect place to highlight these beautiful giants. They brought their loved ones and closest friends together to celebrate the day at Lagunitas Country Club. We had the best time capturing the celebration. Not to mention the dancing and awesome […]
While late fall weddings aren’t as popular as the traditional summer wedding, it always makes me happy to be able to photograph a wedding that time of year. When you combine the fall season with wine country (which is gorgeous anytime, but especially in the fall), the beautiful light and the changing leaves make for a […]
These two adventurous people met 10 years ago on a teaching trip in South America. Since being together, they have survived being lost in a volcano, lived through a massive earthquake and have seen the world! After enduring all of that, planning a wedding was a piece of cake (well, a piece of Kouign-Amann from […]
Kate and Navin’s wedding at Fogarty Winery was perfect. Even when the unexpected wind and fog rolled in, they rolled with it. As the wind whipped and the day got colder and colder, it didn’t stop these two. Surrounded by family and friends, beautiful vineyards and fog, they said yes to each other. As their loved ones […]
I had been wanting to shoot a Big Sur engagement session for a while, so when Priscilla and Duy said they wanted to do their engagement session in Big Sur, I couldn’t have been more excited. Being a California native, I think Big Sur is the crown jewel of our beautiful California coastline and is […]
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Hello! I am Jennifer, and I am the girl behind the camera. I am a San Francisco-based wedding and portrait photographer with over 15 years of experience and capturing over 350 weddings.
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I love a San Francisco Wedding. I’m lucky to work in such a beautiful city. When I talked to Hahnbi & Nahyun about their day, I was so excited to hear all about the details and get to know them better. The first spot was atop Nob Hill; the Fairmont San Francisco is an architectural […]
Once upon a time, he slid into her DM’s and their love story began. And guess what? It has a happy ending! I had the honor of capturing their special day, and let me tell you, everything about their wedding was absolutely beautiful. From her gorgeous gown to the flowers and candles that […]
I am obsessed with redwoods and add a wedding to the mix! That is my happy place. I marvel over these ancient giants that are everywhere in Northern California, especially in the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains. These ancient giants never fail to amaze me. So, when Jared and Daisy told me they were getting married […]
The Mountain Terrace in Woodside is a hidden gem. If you’re looking for a dreamy location, this is your wedding spot. This feeling resonated with Katherine and Ian, too. They fell in love with the massive redwood tree surrounding the lush green meadow, where they would say their vows and their favorite people surrounded them. […]
