Merritt + Brian's Mill Valley Wedding: Sneak peek!

Bowerbird Photography September 8, 2015

Dearest Merritt + Brian,

We know you're off to honeymoon on a dreamy Italian agroturismo, and can picture Merritt wearing a big floppy sun hat and Brain reading Italian birding books -- but let's just take you back to one among the many blissful moments of your wedding: here, standing on a bridge under the shade of a redwood grove, with fingers intertwined, and grins that say it all. Swoon! Your wedding was perfect, as you are together. We love you both so much and wish you both a lifetime of smooches and cuddles! Avere una meravigliosa luna di miele!

Mill Valley Wedding Photography, Old Mill Park, Outdoor Art Club. © Bowerbird Photography 2015

xoxo,

Ariel + Sam

Juniper's First Dip in the Ocean

Bowerbird Photography August 17, 2015

Juniper got to wear her bathing suit for the first time for an ocean dip in Tomales Bay. We enjoyed the (surprisingly!) warm water and the company of our dear friend Jane and Snorkel Grandma. Hope you all had a lovely weekend!

Shell Beach, Inverness. © Bowerbird Photography 2015

That's Jane out there on the dock :) Shell Beach, Inverness. © Bowerbird Photography 2015 — That's Jane out there on the dock :) Shell Beach, Inverness. © Bowerbird Photography 2015

xoxo,

Ariel + Sam

San Francisco Family Photo Session at Baker Beach

Bowerbird Photography August 9, 2015

Max had never been to the beach before, and boy, he couldn't wait to plunge his fingers through the sun-warmed sand! We spent a miraculously radiant day on Baker Beach with this little guy, and his parent's, Sarah + Klaus, as they celebrated their last days in the Bay Area before leaving on a grand adventure to China. They wanted to get some family photos to remember the great times they've shared here. While the iconic Golden Gate Bridge features prominently, what shines through as the focus of each image is a tremendous spirit of love. Although this family hails from all corners of the globe, they carry home and happiness with them wherever they go.

Bon voyage sweet family! And best of luck on this new chapter in your lives :)

San Francisco Family Photo Session at Baker Beach. © Bowerbird Photography 2015

xoxo,

Ariel + Sam

Alissa + Brent: Anniversary Photo Session at Stanford University in Palo Alto

Bowerbird Photography July 30, 2015

We met Alissa + Brent last year at Liz + Will's wedding, and these love birds made quite the impression: they were some of the most memorable guests on the dance floor! They had some totally amazing moves and we got some awesome photos of them in action.

We were so happy to connect with them again when Alissa contacted us about setting up an anniversary photo session at Stanford University in Palo Alto. After having such a great time with them strolling through campus, sharing laughs, cooling off in the shade, and stretching out on the green lawn under the sun, it was clear that they are the perfect partners for each other, both on and off the dance floor. :)

Hats off to you both! Congratulations on your anniversary!

Anniversary Photo Session at Stanford University in Palo Alto. © Bowerbird Photography 2015

xoxo,

Ariel + Sam

Lauren + Steve: San Francisco Engagement Photography at Baker Beach and the Legion of Honor

Bowerbird Photography July 27, 2015

Lauren + Steve got engaged on the beach, with Steve setting up a treasure hunt for Lauren that ended with an actual treasure chest, holding a gorgeous diamond engagement ring. So it seemed utterly perfect to have their engagement photo session at another beach; this time, San Francisco's Baker Beach. It was a classic, romantic foggy summer afternoon, and these two love birds took the opportunity to get cozy in each other's arms. We could not have asked for a more wonderful duo to photograph. Not only do they look like super models (Lauren's outfits were stunning and so colorful!) but they are also incredibly playful. We were all laughing like goofballs and cracking jokes. By the time we arrived at the Legion of Honor, Lauren + Steve were having so much fun, they took the occasion to sprint, hand in hand, through the colonnades.

We're so excited to Lauren + Steve's wedding this fall! Congratulations sweeties!!

San Francisco Engagement Photography at Baker Beach and the Legion of Honor. © Bowerbird Photography 2015

xoxo,

Ariel + Sam