Amazing 6 Year Anniversary "Candy" Gift Idea: Hayes Valley Mommy & Me Photo Session

I had to share this adorable mommy & me session. In a stroke of genius, Lauren came up with an idea to give her husband a photo book themed "candy" for their traditional 6 year anniversary gift. Together, we came up with visiting a candy store, and the best one I know of is Miette in Hayes Valley. Not only is everything delicious, but the shop is as cute as can be, and it's in one of the most colorful and vibrant neighborhoods in San Francisco. 

I have limited mini sessions coming up on 11/4 in this same neighborhood and have 1 or 2 slots left. Email me if you're interested! Here's a preview!

Happy anniversary, Matt & Lauren! 

Arcibal Family Celebrates 10 Years Together: Happy Anniversary!

Ten years married and three beautiful girls. Definitely family goals right here. Marc and Rachel were gifted an anniversary portrait session by their amazing friends, and I had the best time spending a couple of (sillllly) hours together in Golden Gate Park with this family. 

I wanted to give these gorgeous parents portraits that remind them of their special bond over the past decade and beyond, "Because everything is better when I'm with you" as Rachel says to her hubby. <3

#Edymeesh 2nd Anniversary Portrait Session

What a joy it was to meet Michelle and Edison (aka Edymeesh) for their 2nd anniversary. Year two's anniversary gift theme is "cotton" -- and these two put on some new threads in front of the camera, looking as beautiful and in love as ever.

It goes without saying that they look amazing, but I was more so inspired by stories of their willingness to takes steps in the same direction together towards de-stressing, chasing good health, and ultimately becoming happier than the day before. I use the world 'willingness' because these things don't passively come to you like a wrapped present with a bow on top. You have to put in collaborative work together to make it happen, and never take those accomplishments for granted.

Anniversary shoots are a nice reminder to look at relationships in a different, refreshing way. Thank you for inviting me to spend this time with you! We had so much fun. Take a look below! 

If you've enjoyed this anniversary session and want to schedule one for yourself, contact me and I'll save your date.