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BlogRafaella and Kevin, both from Brazil but living in the Bay Area, wanted an iconic San Francisco setting for their engagement photos. Kirby Cove was an excellent choice – their idea. Later this year they will be married in Brazil. These two were playful and kind. It was a joy to share this time with…
Interfaith wedding of Bulgarian Orthodox Christian bride and Jewish American groom at Cline Cellars Adobe Mission Flagstone Patio under the chuppa. Photography by Two Irises
Berkeley Bar Mitzvah at Congregation Beth El with Rabbi Rebekah Stern and following reception at Albany Community Center
Late May 2019 wilderness exploration in the Mono Lake Basin, Desert Highlands
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Kate and Brian held their rehearsal dinner in the back yard of the popular Albany, CA brunch place, Sam’s Log Cabin. This is one of my favorite brunch spots and I was delighted to learn that after hours they host private parties with a menu that goes far beyond brunch. Keep them in mind for your…
Questionable winter weather brought Kyle’s proposal to Katlyn inside the Tree House (“Maison d’Arbre”) at Auberge du Soleil. Katlyn’s surprise and delight, and a flood of emotions, came with a big and certain “Yes!” It was a beautiful day. The couple was lucky – rain held off so we could take portraits in the Olive…
Love is love is love! Jo and Yvette traveled to the Napa Valley from their home in Manchester, England to have a private ceremony with four witnesses at Auberge du Soleil. La Pagode is a peaceful, meditative spot for the most intimate of weddings. Photography: Two Irises Venue: Auberge du Soleil – La Pagode Officiant:…
It was my honor to witness and document AnnaLise’s Bat Mitzvah aboard The Empress on the San Francisco Bay. AnnaLise, with her generous soul, entered adulthood with poise and an impressive depth of understanding for humanity, community and her Jewish faith. Rabbi Henry Shreibman guided her in this rite of passage. She was surrounded and…
