Itâs no secret that San Francisco is known for its cute homes, colorful corners, and hilly streets. There are a TON of amazing backdrops for photos in the area, but how do you go about narrowing down the best ones for your own photos or your clients? How do you find the secret colorful walls, homes, and hidden corners without spending hours upon hours searching? Well, lucky for you Iâve done all the work for you! đ
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If you love a holiday party that goes all in on color, creativity, and a little bit of magic, this Twelve Days of Christmas party is pure inspiration! (You know I love a colorful holiday theme as evidenced by this Rainbow Care Bear Christmas and this nutcracker holiday party. đ) Designed around the classic holiday […]

If youâve ever wished you could step inside the Nutcracker and live in the Land of Sweets, this colorful Christmas party is basically that dream come to life! đȘ©đđđâšđ đŒ Instead of traditional red and green, this holiday setup takes a bold, rainbow-inspired approach with playful details at every turn. Think vibrant table settings, candy-colored desserts, […]

If your camera roll is already 90% photos of your dog, this is your moment. Every year I photograph dog photos with Santa as a festive fundraiser for Oakland Animal Services and Friends of Oakland Animal Services, and it is exactly as joyful, chaotic, and heart-melting as it sounds! Think wagging tails, sparkly festive outfits, […]

Thereâs something extra special about returning to the place where your story began, and for these two that meant a UC Berkeley engagement session filled with meaning, nostalgia, and so much joy! Even though Maya and Marc now call southern California home, they met while attending UC Berkeley, so coming back to campus for their […]

If you are looking for a Bay Area senior photographer who creates colorful, creative, and personality-filled photos, you’ve come to the right place! This high school senior session took place at Shelldance Orchid Gardens in Pacifica, one of the most unique indoor plant-filled locations in the Bay Area. With lush greenery, soft light, and so […]

This Palo Alto brand photoshoot with Talia Koren of Dating Intentionally podcast was the perfect blend of storytelling and strategy. As a Bay Area brand photographer, one of my favorite things is working with returning clients to evolve their visuals as their brand grows. After photographing Taliaâs first podcast and lifestyle branding session last year, […]

If youâve ever dreamed of turning your engagement photos into a colorful little adventure around San Francisco, this session is exactly that! We explored some of the cityâs most iconic location and this couples’ meaningful spots, from the forested paths of Golden Gate Park to breezy beach views near the Golden Gate Bridge, and even […]

If youâve ever driven across the Golden Gate Bridge and felt like you entered a completely different worldâŠyouâre not wrong. The North Bay has a way of slowing everything down in the best possible way. Think rolling hills, coastal cliffs, quiet redwood groves, and those golden vineyard sunsets that somehow feel straight out of a […]

Iâm so excited to be hosting a limited day of Spring Studio Mini Sessions at Bright Bay Studio on May 31, 2026! If youâve been thinking about updating your photos this spring, this is your sign! Whether youâre a couple, a family, a pet parent, or a small business owner in the Bay Area, these […]

If youâve ever wondered what it would look like to blend a garden wedding with just the right touch of Disney magic, this one is such a fun example! Katie and Lukeâs celebration at The Gardens at Heather Farm in Walnut Creek, California was full of personality, color, and thoughtful details that felt playful without […]

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