San Francisco Headshot Photography of Betsy

Bowerbird Photography May 27, 2014

We met up with Betsy last week in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park to take her professional headshot and wanted to share some photographs on our blog. Betsy is a lawyer, based in Oakland, who works for small business owners, artists and entrepreneurs. Check out her website here :)

San Francisco Headshot Photography. © 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

Ana + Brett: Sausalito Engagement Photo Session on a Sailboat

Bowerbird Photography May 15, 2014

Ana + Brett chartered a sailboat for the perfect weekend getaway. Blue skies painted the water a glimmering turquoise. The sun just begged for the couple to stretch out over the deck of the boat, soak in the rays, and listen to the waves lap at the hull. There was lots to celebrate; bottles of champagne were packed with ice in the cabin below, and everyone was in a jubilant mood. Not only were we commemorating their engagement with a special photo session, it was also Ana's birthday!

The weather was perfect and Ana + Brett couldn't stop beaming at each other as they snuggled together behind the wheel. We sailed out across the Bay toward the Golden Gate Bridge and admired the view. When the swells began to rise, the photo session turned into a little gymnastic session. Everyone held onto ropes and wires, and onto each other (Ana + Brett nuzzled even closer together; Ariel strongly grasped Sam's belt loop to keep him steady). The sway of the boat helped us capture in photos a sense of the adventurous spirit and joy of these two sailors on the water.

After we were back at the dock, we joined Ana + Brett and his wonderful family for lunch on the boat. We all squeezed into the cabin and got cozy for a delicious lunch prepared by Brett's mom, Theresa. Enjoying the warmth and conversation around the table, we immediately felt at home. We can't wait to see everyone again, and meet more of their friends and family at their wedding in August. It was so incredible to spend the day with Ana + Brett. These two shine brilliantly with the love they have for each other, and are so kind and warmhearted. One can't help but adore them!

Congratulations Ana + Brett on your beautiful engagement!

Sausalito Engagement Photo Session on a sailboat. © Bowerbird Photography, 2014

Sausalito Engagement Photo Session on a sailboat with the Golden Gate Bridge. © Bowerbird Photography, 2014

xoxo,

Ariel + Sam