Wanaka, Hooker Valley Track, & Christchurch | South Island, New Zealand
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Wanaka, Hooker Valley Track, & Christchurch | South Island, New Zealand

This is the second part of many in my journey through New Zealand and Australia. We pick up on Day 3 of our time in South Island, and the beautiful scenery continues. After lunch in Queenstown, we drove up to Wanaka (rhymes with Hannukah), where we would stay that night. We opted for a short…

The Road to Milford Sound | South Island, New Zealand
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The Road to Milford Sound | South Island, New Zealand

New Zealand’s South Island is incredibly scenic. It’s the kind of setting that lends itself to descriptions like ‘awe-inspiring,’ ‘spectacular,’ ‘resplendent.’ It’s almost too much to take in when you’re actually there, when every turn reveals a different, equally impressive landscape. Now, in hindsight, having placed it in context with the rest of my three-week trip through New…

Katherine & Josh | Turquoise Mist Wedding Album
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Katherine & Josh | Turquoise Mist Wedding Album

I am thrilled to share Katherine and Josh’s beautiful wedding albums today. They opted for a turquoise mist silk cover, which coordinated perfectly with their wedding colors. We created one 10-inch album for Katherine and Josh and two 6-inch albums for their parents. I love the mini albums, because despite their name, they are still…

Barbara & George, Part 2 of 2 | Christian Ceremony & Reception | San Mateo Multicultural Wedding Photography

Barbara & George, Part 2 of 2 | Christian Ceremony & Reception | San Mateo Multicultural Wedding Photography

We’ve arrived at part two of Barbara and George’s beautiful wedding! In part one, we saw the Chinese tea ceremony and the Indian Hindu ceremony. And in part two, we have the full Christian ceremony and the reception!   Wedding Vendors: Photographer: Anna Wu Photography Hair & Makeup: Chau Nguyen Florist: Pretty in Pink Events Catering:…

Barbara & George, Part I of 2 | Chinese & Indian Ceremonies | San Mateo Multicultural Wedding Photography

Barbara & George, Part I of 2 | Chinese & Indian Ceremonies | San Mateo Multicultural Wedding Photography

This was such a beautiful day packed with different wedding traditions: three different ceremonies with five different dresses, each reflecting a different aspect of Barbara and George’s heritage. And through it all ran a deep sense of love and family and treasuring the time we have together. See part one, with the Chinese Tea Ceremony…

Jessie & Chris | San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photography
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Jessie & Chris | San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photography

Jessie and Chris were wed in San Francisco’s beautiful City Hall with just their immediate family in tow. Sneak a peek of the elegant ceremony, plus a cameo by Mayor Ed Lee and photos with the giant bunnies that were in the front lawn for a temporary installation. The Mayor hopped in the elevator with us…