Casanova Photography Blog

In getting to meet so many different couples and photographing their weddings, I have been able to see parts of the Bay Area that I might otherwise have never taken the chance to visit.  What makes it even cooler are the stories and reasons as to why these couple’s choose the spots to be photographed at.  Julie and Michael live in and love San Francisco.  We shot the majority of their portraits at Ocean Beach up above the shoreline.  They turned out beautifully and I owe it all to the fondness Julie and Michael have for the area.  You can just see how comfortable they are in that setting, which translated into amazingly romantic photographs.

Perfect window lighting.

Julie has some awesome pieces of furniture in her home.  They made great props.

Michael watching as Julie makes her way down the aisle.

The minister said he felt it to be a bit awkward to address Julie and Michael while they were kneeling in front of him.  He decided to join them and took a seat on the ground.

Keeping things casual.

I couldn’t have scripted a better setting for Julie and Michael’s photographs.  They fit perfectly into that environment.

What a moment.

Off to the party!

This is actually the outside of a preschool.  Julie and Michael both loved its look.

These next few images are priceless.  What a great reception!

Congratulations!

When Creek first met with me I was impressed by how much attention to detail she placed into her wedding.  She was intent on doing things exactly her own way and creating a serene environment for the whole day.  Johnny and Creek held their wedding in Olema, out in West Marin, and I do believe that it was probably one of the most relaxed weddings I have ever been to.  The setting was gorgeous and all of the guests just seemed to be having a wonderful time.  Naturally the day centered around the union of Creek and Johnny, but it was also a celebration of friendship and family.

I love this moment.  The lighting, the composition, the way the flower girl is tending to her basket…it’s all very beautiful.

In this photo you get a sense of the nervous excitement Creek is feeling right before her ceremony.  It’s very subtle and creates an aura of seriousness and joy around her.

Creek’s brother was her Man of Honor.  I love how their arms are linked at the beginning of the ceremony.  You can tell they have a real connection and that both are equally excited about letting Johnny officially join their family tree.

The vows that Creek and Johnny spoke were a perfect expression of who they are as a couple.

I love the looks on their faces.

This spread at the cocktail reception was amazing!  It was seriously the best cheese I have ever tasted.  I believe that Humboldt Fog made all of the cheeses.

The speeches were wonderful, but what I loved the most were Creek and Johnny’s reactions.

I am so glad we waited until the light was just right to photograph their portraits.  Not only was the sun at a good spot, but Creek and Johnny were just glowing from the fabulous time they were having at their wedding.

This ring belonged to Creek’s Oma.  It is seriously amazing.  I also loved the choices they made for their wedding bands.

Right before I was ready to head out I passed by where the catering had their station set up and there was this great door with beautiful light hitting at just the right spot.  Johnny wasn’t too far behind and I asked him if he didn’t mind just a few more photos.  I am so happy he let me photograph him one more time.

When I look back at these photos years from now, this is the image that will remind me the most of Creek and Johnny.  It just captures who they are and how much they love being with each other.

May you two always remember to share laughter and love throughout the many years of your marriage.