Ari's Bday Celebration on Muir Beach

Bowerbird Photography June 24, 2014

On Sunday evening, we met with one of our favorite people, Ari, to celebrate his birthday on Muir Beach. After we photographed a wedding on Saturday in Sonoma, it was wonderful to relax with friends the next day. The wind and sand were mighty powerful, but that didn't stop us from roasting s'mores and eating delicious tacos at sunset. Here's a peek into our fun evening with dear friends :)

Muir Beach Birthday Bonfire. © Bowerbird Photography 2014

xoxo,

Ariel + Sam

Patti's Bday Celebration in San Rafael

Bowerbird Photography May 23, 2014

Summer has arrived and we thought we'd share some photos from Patti's bday party, one of Snorkel Mom's bff's and one of our best cheerleaders! Patti's neighbor, Gia, made an incredible Middle Eastern feast and hosted the gathering in her beautiful garden. Happy bday Paté!!

Patti's 65th Bday Celebration in San Rafael. © Bowerbird Photography, 2014

xoxo,

Ariel + Sam

Suzanne's Graduation from Dominican University of California

Bowerbird Photography May 21, 2014

Our very dear friend Suzanne graduated last Saturday from Dominican University in San Rafael, with a master's degree in occupational therapy. We have watched her work so hard these last three years, and it was such a thrill to be able to celebrate with her. We are so proud of you Suzy!!

Suzanne's Graduation from Dominican University of California. © Bowerbird Photography, 2014 — Suzanne's Graduation from Dominican University of California. © Bowerbird Photography, 2014

Keynote speaker Jennifer Siebel Newsom at Dominican University of California graduation ceremony. © Bowerbird Photography, 2014 — Keynote speaker Jennifer Siebel Newsom at Dominican University of California graduation ceremony. © Bowerbird Photography, 2014

Love you Suzy!!

xoxo,

Ariel + Sam

Ignatian Guild Event at Saint Ignatius College Preparatory School

Bowerbird Photography May 20, 2014

We had the honor of documenting the induction of new officers for the Ignatian Guild last week, celebrate its past year's fundraising efforts helmed by departing member Moe Summa, and applaud the contribution of $250,000 to the Saint Ignatius Scholarship Fund raised last year and given in honor of Rita O'Malley.

The Ignatian Guild, a group of mothers dedicated to enriching the educational experience for students at Saint Ignatius Preparatory School, had a special mass to install their new officers, and then gathered for a beautiful lunch. With selfless spirit, friendship, and powerful leadership, these mothers have provided a continuing vital service to generations of students.

Ignatian Guild at Saint Ignatius Event Photos © Bowerbird Photography, 2014

Ignatian Guild at Saint Ignatius Event Photos © 2014, Bowerbird Photography

Mermaid Cookie. Ignatian Guild at Saint Ignatius Event Photos © 2014, Bowerbird Photography

SI Scholarship Fund. Ignatian Guild at Saint Ignatius Event Photos © 2014, Bowerbird Photography

Congrats to all the Ignatian Guild members for all their wonderful work!!

xoxo,

Sam + Ariel

Citizen Jane Book Launch

Bowerbird Photography April 17, 2014

Jane Sloane is a very dear friend of ours and we could not have been more excited about her book launch this week for "Citizen Jane." Jane is a constant inspiration and role model to us. This book is a wonderful manual for anyone interested in working towards a world of equality, and for those committed to dancing through adversity with a soul-centered, compassionate, poetic approach. You can order your very own copy here!

Thanks Annie Wright for leading such a great conversation, and to the Global Fund for Women for hosting the wonderful event! Congratulations Jane!

Author Jane Sloane at her Citizen Jane book launch. San Francisco Public Library. © Bowerbird Photography, 2014

Citizen Jane book launch. San Francisco Public Library. © Bowerbird Photography, 2014

Grateful for friends like you Jane, that stand for and respect the great potential of every being in this world. Thanks for sharing the beauty of your message.

xoxo,

Ariel + Sam