I recently had the privilege of photographing a 50th birthday party in Palo Alto. Guests arrived as the sun set on the beautifully prepared party area. Celebrants talked, laughed, reconnected with old friends and shared precious memories and I was invited to document the event.
Category: Event Photography
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Tony & Angelica at Civic Center
A newly wed bride and groom contacted me to re-shoot their wedding pictures at Civic Center in San Francisco. They told me that their photographer lost their images from their original shoot. They also sent me a set of images I initially thought were only for inspiration. I assured them that I would be able to do what they wanted and then met with them on the a day of their choosing.
What I didn’t understand was that they wanted to recreate the inspiration images as faithfully as possible. Later that night, after sending them proofs, they expressed their disappointment. I panicked because I had shown them images as we worked and I didn’t think that my work was lacking. Eager to make things right, I offered to retake images the next day and they graciously agreed.
What they told me as we worked was that they wanted wider shots that showed them in the context of the wonderful architecture of the building. They didn’t mind that there were others couples and photographers working in space. We arrived early enough on the second day to be able to take wide shots in the space without too many other competing couples and their photographers. This was a good lesson in commutation for me.
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Mr. Dewie’s 10 Year Anniversary, Solano Ave, CA
A selection of images from Mr. Dewie’s, on Solano Ave. in Albany, CA.
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Priya’s Birthday Celebration
Photos from a recent birthday celebration at Elliston Vineyards in Sunol, California. This was a very enjoyable event for both the attendees and myself as a photographer. It was simultaneously relaxed and fast paced as I switched between photos and video. You can find the video montage here:
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Baptism Party Photos
Selected photos from a baptism/birthday party held at The Lighthouse at Glen Cove. Part of this event was captured on a warm and sunny afternoon in a very scenic location. I was a very well planned and child centered event with places for children run, play, eat and socialize. The children took delight in jumping in the mini bouncy house and eating at a small, low table specially setup for them.
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Celebrating 12 Years of Perseverance
I really enjoyed taking photographs and video at this backyard high school party in San Leandro, CA. People laughed and spoke with warmth and genuine affection for the young people completing one of life’s most important journeys. Our years of schooling before college can be challenging. A celebration with family is a marvelous way to acknowledge the perseverance it takes to complete these first 12 years of dedication.
Proud parents, simultaneously kiss their daughter on cheeks during a backyard graduation party. 
Father-and-SonPlaces his arm around his father shoulder During a graduation party in San Leandro, California.
Two-GraduatesTwo graduates hold their diploma while posing for a picture during a graduation party.Kissing-her-cheekThe parents of a graduate kiss her fondly on each side of her face.
Smiling-CoupleA smiling couple pose for a picture during a backyard graduation party.
Congratulations-MarenA smiling young graduate holds up a sign that says congratulations while her mother stands next to her cutting a cake.
Special-MomentA mother and daughter, in engrossed in conversation, hold hands while facing each other.
Peering-BabyA baby appears At the camera during a backyard graduation event.
Graduate-and-FriendA graduate smiles while posing with her smiling friend during her graduation celebration.
