It was great to see Tania and Daniel again after meeting them last year while photographing Aline and Todd’s wedding.

We had a wonderful time bombing around San Francisco, taking in the amazing versatility the city has to offer on one of those rare summer days where the sun was out in all its glory. It was a pleasure to capture this couple’s love for one another, so apparent in their interaction with each other on this beautiful Sunday afternoon.

We met in Mission Dolores park, along with a thousand other people; Tania and Daniel each carrying a big red balloon! Not wanting to seek attention (ha ha) they joked and shared some intimate moments on a bench with probably one of the best views in the city.

Next stop was a tranquil corner of the Golden Gate Park – not a soul to be seen, just a crazy couple with their balloons!

By the time we reached The Palace of Fine Arts, we were a balloon down, (it escaped to balloon heaven) so we ended the session with romantic shoots amongst a backdrop of grandiose columns and domes and those magnificant green doors.

This lovely couple will be getting married in September at Kohl Mansion, so be sure to check back for a posting on what is going to be an amazing wedding.

Earlier this year, Fresia, one of our past brides, decided to unwrap her wedding dress from its protective layers of tissue and have a Trash the Dress session!

We travelled to Lake Tahoe, meeting our couple at beautiful Sand Harbor where we spent a couple of hours clambering over huge granite rocks, paddling in gently lapping water, and generally having fun.
Trashed dress? No – it’s safe and clean back in its protective layers… But it did get worn again!

Here are a few of our favorite images from the day…

Breathe of Los Gatos, a brand new yoga studio, will be hosting a Japan relief event on the 14th May called Be the Change and tobeadored is very happy to be involved. All of the funds raised will be donated to the American Red Cross’s Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami fund, providing aid to earthquake and tsunami victims.

The boudoir photography session we are donating, to be sold in the silent auction, includes hair and make-up, 2 hours of photography with 3 – 4 changes, a private online proofing gallery with 50 fully retouched images and a bespoke sexy little book with about 30 of your favourite pictures.

Throughout the session we’ll gently guide you and put you at ease so it’s a fun, relaxed time, and you’re unaware the camera is clicking away.  The session can take place in your own home, or if you’d prefer, a hotel room, even outdoors…wherever tickles your fancy! The value of the session is approximately $850.

So please check out the Breathe studio on Saturday where a Shinto tree will be standing tall in their foyer where members and studio guests can leave prayers of hope for Japan. Take part in the raffle and silent auction which will be going on throughout the day. Enjoy the evening festivities with complimentary wine from Cin Cin Wine Bar, appetizers, Michi’s sushi, and a Japanese Tea Ceremony at 6:00pm.

We’re really looking forward to being part of this great fund raising event!