With the influx of amazing photographic technology available to anyone who can afford the luxury, so comes the influx of amateur photographers doing the work of professionals.  Now, don’t get me wrong, I love that so many people have taken photography to be their new passion, but not anyone can do professional work, even though they may own a professional camera.
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In Vietnam, children who are born with congenital deformities, or children who become handicapped because of illness such as polio, are ostracized, not allowed to attend school, nor are they able to work as adults. These children are truly condemned. With surgery, not only are they able to walk, but they become assimilated into their communities where they can be productive members of society. Mission … Read more »

In October, I hung a collection of maternity and baby photographs in the Maternity Ward of Queen of the Valley Hospital in Napa, CA. This is a permanent collection of both pregnancy pictures, as well as several photographs from my Bebe Collection. The Bebe collection encompasses the first year of a child’s life from newborn, to 12 months.

Previously, the walls were quite stark in … Read more »

I was fortunate to be chosen as the photographer for the very exclusive wedding of a couple from Philadelphia, at Cline Vineyards, and it was absolutely stunning.  The groom proposed in Paris, and they decided to have a Wine Country wedding with a French theme.  It was breathtaking.

Cline Cellars is a 350-acre estate at the southern tip of Sonoma County where the Mayacama Mountains … Read more »

At twelve months, your baby has definitely become his/her own person. There is no question if you have a shy baby, an outgoing baby, or Daddy’s little girl. Babies at this age are just plain yummy. They observe the world through fresh eyes, experiencing everything for the first time –first piece of chocolate birthday cake, first ride on a steam train, first few words spoken, … Read more »

Julia and Kevin’s wedding at Vintner’s Golf Club in Yountville was so much fun, I just had to write about it and share the photographs.  The couple now lives in Flat Rock, Michigan, but they both grew up in the Bay Area.  She wanted to have the wedding back at home so she could share her gorgeous Napa Valley Wine Country with her friends and … Read more »

We just had the most amazing photoshoot in San Francisco with an adorable couple.  It was a combined newly wed shoot as well as a Trash-the-Dress shoot.  And wow, did we have a great day.

Mackenzie is a gorgeous bride who was willing to go above and beyond to take some of the most breathtaking photographs.  We began the day on Treasure Island, with San … Read more »

During one of the longest, most gorgeous days of June, I was privileged to photograph Abby and Loren’s stunning wedding at Relais du Soleil.

This spectacular wedding venue in Glen Ellen is nestled in Nuns Canyon, at the base of the Mayacamas, the mountain range that separates Napa from Sonoma.  The 120 acre country estate is a natural paradise, complete with a turn-of-the-century farm … Read more »

The first year of baby’s life is precious, and we want to capture every incredible moment forever that’s why we have created the Bebe Collection:  a series of three baby photography sessions with in the first twelve months of baby’s life, the beginning of their personal journey.  It is a joy to document these magical moments.

Your child will only be a baby once, and … Read more »

The first year of a baby’s life is the beginning of their personal journey, and it is a joy to document these magical moments.  Your child will only be a baby once, and never again in their lifetime will their growth be so dramatic and exciting.  That is why we created the Bebe Collection.  From birth to sitting-up, crawling, and finally the independence of walking!  … Read more »