On this lovely day, remembering with gratitude the lessons that MLK taught us: the power of soul force, the power of a dream, and the power of our human dignity. Here we are at the Marin City MLK Jr. Coalition 18th Annual Celebration.
MLK Day, Marin City. © Bowerbird Photography 2016
2016 is going to be AWESOME!
© Bowerbird Photography 2016
xoxo,
Ariel + Sam + Juniper
For Dr. Stone's 70th birthday, family and friends traveled from far and wide to celebrate this milestone birthday in style in Napa. The evening started with family photos at the Andaz Hotel, followed by a delicious dinner at Tarla Mediterranean Bar + Restaurant. The event was put together by his two daughters, Ellie and Rebecca. What a truly sweet gathering to organize for their very special father! What a wonderful event!
Family photos in the lobby at Andaz Hotel in Napa. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Family photos in the lobby at Andaz Hotel in Napa. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Tarla Mediterranean Bar + Restaurant in Napa. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Tarla Mediterranean Bar + Restaurant in Napa. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
A special birthday menu at Tarla Mediterranean Bar + Restaurant in Napa. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Happy Birthday Dr. Stone! Tarla Mediterranean Bar + Restaurant in Napa. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Tarla Mediterranean Bar + Restaurant in Napa. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Tarla Mediterranean Bar + Restaurant in Napa. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Tarla Mediterranean Bar + Restaurant in Napa. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Tarla Mediterranean Bar + Restaurant in Napa. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
xoxo,
Ariel + Sam
Over the holiday weekend, we made some updates to our studio -- a new couch and some gorgeous new framed photos. The custom framing was done by the awesome folks at Canvaspop. On this Cyber Monday, instead of trying to get people to buy stuff, we've teamed up with Canvaspop to offer one of our past clients a lovely gift! A custom framed + matted 16x20 fine art photo from your session with Bowerbird Photography!
So how do you win this fantastic prize (and a perfect holiday gift for that someone special)? Choose one photo from your time with Bowerbird Photography and post it on either Instagram or Facebook, tag Bowerbird Photography, and tell us why that moment was so special to you. Juniper will help us judge the winner, based on how much it makes her laugh or cry :) Contest ends Friday, December 4th at 12-midnight Sausalito time! Can't wait to see what photos you pick and what stories you have to share!
And if you aren't a winner, use BOWERBIRD35 on Canvaspop for 35% off an order with them. Expires January 30th, 2016.
xoxo,
Ariel + Sam
The Request:
Hi Friends and Family,
We want to invite you take part in a special celebration for Juniper. She's going to be 100 days old soon, and we're launching her into this beautiful life with the love of friends and family in a unique way that will be magical and meaningful :)
How are we going to do this?!
This is an invitation for you to be part of her life, to join her on her journey as she grows up and forges her own path. How do we plan on doing this? We're asking you to make one promise that Juniper can count on you for when she is older. This may be a skill you share with her, the pledge to spend quality time together, or some other contribution that utilizes your passions and talents. These promises can range from the frivolous to the practical, from the absurd to the meaningful, from the rare to the common. Some examples include: teaching her to skateboard, taking her to work with you, introducing her to a new cuisine, playing her music, reading her a book, learning to whistle, backpacking in the woods, proof reading her resume, helping her with algebra, talking to her about dating, going to a dance class together, road tripping, or .... you get the idea!
Start brainstorming. We'll bring paper to the celebration, and you can write your note to her describing what she can count on you for, and we'll collect them and put them in a box for her to tap into once she is a little older. Bonus points if you want to demo your skillz at the gathering!
Surprise location?!
We've already taken baby on many hikes and she is wide-eyed for nature, and we'll be celebrating on Mt. Tam (exact location is secret and will be sent to those who RSVP). Anticipate walking in about 1.5 miles. Bring a sack lunch and lots of water!
Why are we doing this?!
With a new life in our community, what better excuse is there to celebrate our interconnection, the love we have for each other, and for Juniper!
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
Juniper's 100 Day Celebration on Mt. Tam. © Bowerbird Photography 2015
The Result:
Sweet loves,
Thank you for being a part of Juniper's 100 Day Celebration this past weekend. Our hearts are bursting with love for all of you and we are taken away by your generosity and love for our baby and family.
We couldn't have asked for a more magical afternoon, in a misty fairytale landscape, surrounded by all our favorite humans.
We love you all!
xoxo,
Ariel + Sam + Juniper