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It is amazing how time flies! I shot Jeffery and Karin's wedding back in the beginning of October with the amazing Jay Kelly... and it is already December!!! It is as if I blinked lost two months. Here is a peek at a few of the images that I captured after the ceremony and reception where through, when the sun had come out. It turned out to be a beautiful day in Halfmoon Bay.
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Chrystal contacted me with a whirlwind behind her. She was getting married in 6 weeks, there was no time to waste! Her and Mikey had planned on getting married in the following year, but life happened. Chrystal's little sister is pregnant...and so is Mikey's sister. They will both be due about the time that they had originally planned on getting married. The other constraint: the military. Mikey is in the service, it is hard to say when he is going to be called to duty. Chrystal and Mikey didn't want to wait anymore, so they decided to push up the wedding date. So, the wedding was planned in a few short weeks. Chrystal did an amazing job despite the time constraints.
The only problem with having a wedding in late October is that there is no telling what the weather will do. We managed to be stuck in the middle of the storm. It was certainly a challenge to shoot in the rain (I had never had to deal with a steamed up lens before). It also added something special to the day, I especially loved the rain boots and the umbrella.
Chrystal and Mikey decided that they wanted to see one another before the ceremony. It was a perfect way to start the day. Chrystal was beaming and Mikey was full of pride. They shared a few special moments under the covered bridge before heading over to the train (that's right, they got married on a train!)
Chrystal couldn't fit through the little walkway in her dress, so the boys actually came down and lifted her onto their shoulders to bring her down the aisle. So much fun!
Chrystal and Mikey, thank you so much for including me in your day. Despite the rain (and the man in the yellow jacket) it was a perfect day. You two look so happy together and I am thrilled to have been there to witness it.
If you would like to see a slide-show of a selection of images follow this link: SLIDE-SHOW
At the end of the slide-show click on the button to see all of the images from the wedding. Use the access code 'Calderon'
If you would like to see a slide-show of a selection of images follow this link: SLIDE-SHOW
At the end of the slide-show click on the button to see all of the images from the wedding. Use the access code 'Calderon'
Brian Meek:
Great job Sara! You did an awesome job capturing Chrystal and Mikey's special day.
(11.15.10)
Dedie:
This looks like a wedding to remember! Lovely photo's and beautiful smiles. The rain boots are icing on the cake! Love these!
(11.15.10)
susan calderon:
Beautifull Sara. Thanks for capturning our special day!
(11.16.10)
Chrystal:
Ahhhhhh!!! I can just look at them over and over again! Brilliant Work Sara!!!
(11.16.10)
rochelle:
Sara you are a phenomenal photographer. I have 12 pages of favorites. I keep oooing and ahhhhing. Thank you so much for capturing the emotion of the moment.
(11.20.10)
Aunt Rhonda:
Everybody's happy and the photos are incredible. Your artistic eye and the surroundings made your 'challenges' (rain, mud, steam, fog, etc!) pale in comparison. Phenomenal work, Sara.
(11.20.10)
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When Lianna arrived at Testarossa Winery on her wedding day she was beaming. She gave me a huge hug and I had to hold myself back, I was so excited to get started photographing what I knew was going to be a stunning day. The sun was out and the smell of the redwoods filled the air. Lianna and the girls made their way into the bridal dressing room and the laughter began. The day was full of laughter, a few tears...but mostly laughter.
She does.
This was the moment I nearly cried. The light on Lianna was stunning coming through the window and as she glanced down I pressed the button and heard that magic click of the shutter. I knew it was going to be a keeper.
Amidst the laughter I managed to get this photograph of Lianna. I love it, her eyes are just beautiful (she gets those from her mama).
And of course, this shot...one of my favorites. I love the laughter pouring out of this image. And this was her, most of the day. Pure joy.
We were outside taking portraits and in the background I heard a high pitched scream, 'Limo!!!!!!!' followed by the click clack of high heeled feet running in the direction of the bridal changing room. The girls spied the boys driving up just in time to get Lianna out of sight without him seeing her. It was a close one.
And of course, this shot...one of my favorites. I love the laughter pouring out of this image. And this was her, most of the day. Pure joy.
We were outside taking portraits and in the background I heard a high pitched scream, 'Limo!!!!!!!' followed by the click clack of high heeled feet running in the direction of the bridal changing room. The girls spied the boys driving up just in time to get Lianna out of sight without him seeing her. It was a close one.
Love this shot. Could there be a more handsome group? The boys all had their flasks and were trying to get Ethan to relax before taking the plunge.
Handsome Devil. Ethan wears groom well. And despite his nerves he managed to look pretty calm and collected.
How often does the groom get up on stage and rock out on his wedding night? As a wedding photographer I can vouch: not very often. I was so excited, not just for the images (which I have to say turned out pretty flipping amazing) but to hear him play! He got up there and had the room screaming, of course loudest of all was his new bride...jumping up and down with her arms in the air full of pride.
Lianna and Ethan, thank you so much for including me in your day. I am so happy to have been a part of it and I feel like I can safely say that I reached my goal. I wasn't really your wedding photographer, in the end you were more than clients to me. I didn't show up on your wedding day and photograph another job. I arrived and got swept up into the magic of your day, I was a friend that happened to have a really great camera. I am pretty sure I can say that I manage to photograph your day through your eyes. Thank you for letting me in, I loved every minute of it. And as for you, congratulations. You are blessed with many wonderful family and friends that clearly love you very much. But even more importantly, you have one another. Enjoy it, life is beautiful.
You can see a super fun slide-show of the day HERE.
You can see all of the images from Ethan and Lianna's Wedding HERE.
The access code is: L&E
Ceremony & Reception Location: Testarossa Winery
http://www.testarossa.com/
Coordinator: Molly Kavanaugh
408-354-6150, x12 | Molly@testarossa.com
Officiant: Jenny Lowell
Cake: Cake Queen, Jessica Esquinazi
turkish_tiger86@hotmail.com
Caterer: Sara Bromberg
sara@talulabay.com
Florist: Monica Gasperson
twigs@pacbell.net
Limo: Ramon Perona
ramon@limofiesta1.com
Hair: Diana Perona
diannroseperona@yahoo.com
Makeup: Marlena Jaffa
hardisc78@yahoo.com
Musicians: Vent
http://www.facebook.com/ventrocksmusic
You can see a super fun slide-show of the day HERE.
You can see all of the images from Ethan and Lianna's Wedding HERE.
The access code is: L&E
Ceremony & Reception Location: Testarossa Winery
http://www.testarossa.com/
Coordinator: Molly Kavanaugh
408-354-6150, x12 | Molly@testarossa.com
Officiant: Jenny Lowell
Cake: Cake Queen, Jessica Esquinazi
turkish_tiger86@hotmail.com
Caterer: Sara Bromberg
sara@talulabay.com
Florist: Monica Gasperson
twigs@pacbell.net
Limo: Ramon Perona
ramon@limofiesta1.com
Hair: Diana Perona
diannroseperona@yahoo.com
Makeup: Marlena Jaffa
hardisc78@yahoo.com
Musicians: Vent
http://www.facebook.com/ventrocksmusic
Lianna:
Sara, you are truly amazing. These are even more incredible than I remember seeing them last. They just keep getting better and better. Thank you so much.
(10.18.10)
erin:
Great shots! Have to say Lianna laughing is classicly Lianna and Ethan with the guitar exactly what I think of when I think of him. Beautiful!
(10.18.10)
Annette:
Sara, your photographs perfectly captured all the love and beauty that filled that wonderful day!
(10.18.10)
Shelly:
Wow! I love each and every image. I wish Ethan and Lianna a long and happy marriage. I only wish that I could have been in two places at once, so that I could have helped capture this most amazing event. Amazing couple with an amazing photographer, makes for incredible memories for life.
(10.30.10)
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It was a lovely backyard wedding, complete with fried chicken and collard greens. Ananda Shorey of Bliss fotography had me come along and help her out for the day and it was a wonderful day to be a part of. Liz was so down to earth and absolutely beautiful in her wedding dress. Curtis was handsome and content. A sweet couple in a beautiful setting.
Congratulations Liz and Curtis!
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Sally, well she is basically a knock-out. Steven is nothing but heart. Together they make a beautiful, fun and completely sweet couple. I was thrilled to be apart of their day, thanks to Jay Kelly. Jay asked if I could come along and help him out, this was my first time shooting with him but I am always up for working with new photographers. As it turns out, not only is Jay an amazing photographer, but he is a blast to shoot with. Thanks for having me along Jay!
Steven doing his happy dance. Sally laughing in the back ground. I could hardly keep my face straight long enough to snap this one. It just proves that people will do just about anything if they think a good photo will come out of it.
The reception was at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel in San Francisco. It was my first time at this venue, I didn't anticipate the fantastic party that would be happening in this room.
One of my favorite parts of the evening, the belly dance. I had never seen a belly dancer before. Oh man was that fun. Now if only I can figure out how to make my body move like that. If you have ever seen me dance (if you are a wedding client you probably have) you know that my moves are somewhat limited to two signature moves. If you haven't seen me dance, well, you should ask =)
One of my favorite parts of the evening, the belly dance. I had never seen a belly dancer before. Oh man was that fun. Now if only I can figure out how to make my body move like that. If you have ever seen me dance (if you are a wedding client you probably have) you know that my moves are somewhat limited to two signature moves. If you haven't seen me dance, well, you should ask =)
Sally and Steven, thank you for letting me be part of your day. I wish you the best and...keep dancing!
Auntie Julie:
I love love love this last photo! And I bet they do as well.....good job Sara!!
(08.31.10)
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Pretty Pictures! OMG! I LOVE her shoes!!!
(12.09.10)