I am so honored to have Melissa+ Ramin being featured in the next edition of Bride and Bloom. The story will be covered nationally and the vendor team was a dream to work with. The wedding was held at one of my favorite spots, Bear Flag Farm, under Tina Reikes’ wonderful coordination. It is a wedding full of emotion and beauty with gorgeous details (thanks to Nicole Sillapere) and unbeatable surprises. Stay tuned.

What an honor it was to photograph the beautiful and savvy Rosalynn Carter on her visit to the wonderful non-profit corporation Telecare. Telecare has been committed to making a difference in the lives of people with serious mental illness since 1965. It is an amazing group of individuals with incredible heart and commitment. And so Rosalynn, a long time champion of mental right causes,  visit to speak with the Telecare employees was more than fitting. Rosalynn has just released a new book on mental health in her 83 year. She is passionate, bright, beautiful, and inspiring. It was a joy to hear her speak and extremely educational.

I met Tess+Kevin through their adorable daughter Maria. She was my Rabbit in the Hole Contest Winner via FB. Such a sweet, adorable couple, I was thrilled when they asked me to join them for their 25th wedding anniversary and renewal of their vows. To see such beautiful love after all of these years, just warms my heart. The wedding was an amazing party of family and friends. And now, I have a wait a bit, but I am keeping my fingers crossed that I will be photographing Maria’s wedding in 2012 again with this fantastic and fun family.

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This class is designed for Moms to learn basic photography skills to use in day- to- day documentation of their little ones. This two-hour workshop is ideal for moms who want to capture family moments with clarity, flair, and creativity that will last a lifetime.

Join Zoom Photography’s acclaimed Lauri Levenfeld for a fun filled walking photography workshop offered in San Francisco’s most picturesque neighborhoods. We invite you to bring along your little one to act as a subject or come alone and work with one of our little models.

You will leave the workshop with a list of great tips, perhaps a little tan, and hopefully, some new friends and contacts to network with.

Lauri’s work has been featured on the View from the Bay, in Daily Candy, Style Me Pretty, San Francisco Magazine, 7×7, among other magazines nationwide.

Class Details and Schedule

The Details:
All Classes are $150.

Bring your camera, a notepad, and all your questions…Lauri will take care of the rest.  Babies welcome.

Receive 10% off for all booked referrals, so invite a friend. Class limit-10.

To book or for full schedule of classes, email Lauri.

Class Schedule:
 

Zoom Mommy strolls Marina
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
3 – 5 pm.
Chrissy Field

Zoom Mommy strolls Soma
Tuesday, October 26, 2010.
3 – 5 pm.
Mission Bay

Zoom Mommy strolls Pac Heights
Thursday, November 4, 2010
11 am -1 pm.
Alta Plaza Park

Zoom Mommy strolls Sacramento
Sunday, November 7, 2010
11 am – 1 pm
Land Park, TBD.

Zoom Mommy strolls Sunset
Thursday, November 11, 2010.
11 am – 1 pm.
Golden Gate Park, TBD

I can’t say I am all that into football… but when I found out I was photographing Ronnie Lott for Coveroo’s new NFL cell phone covers, I was quite happy. Growing up, the 49ers were legend. And certainly, Ronnie was at the head of his pack. Not to mention, I had heard numerous times over what a great guy he was and is. What an understatement. A great guy he is! With the help of my intern Eliza and Margot from Coveroo, we did our usual share to keep him giggling and laughing throughout the two hours. But we were not prepared for what Ronnie had in store for us, his hilarious one- man skits, Minnie Mouse  impressions, and Madonna sing along. My heart melted seeing such an amazing athlete and celebrity act like such a normal human being. Ronnie is a true gem and the shoot couldn’t have been more fun.

The second I chatted with Suzi via phone, I knew she would be a great bride to work with. Little did I know how fun her fiance Joe would be as well (this guy has Top Model in the bag!).

Because Suzi+Joe were eloping, we decided to concentrate our efforts on an elaborate engagement session in their hometown of LA. With the help of two friends, the amazing styling duo Two Shoppers (310-867-4888), we focused the wardrobe on a Latin inspired theme. And since Suzi just released her first novel Love Habits, I visualized a long, forbidden romance… A romance out of a Harlequin novel set at a train station.

The photos shot in the station remind me of a watercolor or fresco. They evoke such a longing for love, such emotion, passion, and desire. I love the images as they run to catch the last train.  We continued on to the colorful Olvera Street for some more fun and campy imagery.

As for the makeup & hair,  I was fortunate enough to steal away Missy Sandora from her daily TV gig for a day of her incredible artistry. Lucky for me, Style Me Pretty is going to give you the full story and photos on the LBB on July 23rd…Check back in to see the beautiful story of Suzi+Joe.

I was super fortunate that Katie found me on SMP earlier this year. And in May I went down to LA to do their engagement photos. We had a ball. Not only are K+B super gorgeous and total dolls, they have an adorable story of how they fell in love. Katie and Bo will be married in August at beautiful Auberge in Rutherford. You can read up on their super sweet story and see their gorgeous pics today on the ultra-cool Style Unveiled.

Ps. Love this great shot from my assistant, Megan Youngblood.

I was so happy when Shoshanna+Ben contacted me to do their pregnancy and baby photos. I photographed their gorgeous wedding at Plumpjack-Squaw Valley long ago in 2005. It was such a joy to work with them then and even better now, seeing them so happy together starting a family. Not to mention, they have a girl coming in August…a Leo (just like Harley) and a gorgeous Boxer Paige (just like Blaze)…yep, they’ve got good taste.

What an amazing day to celebrate!…My two best friends celebrating their 5th wedding anniversary. It felt like my anniversary too. Five years ago this June,  Maria gave me a call to photograph her elopement. We were friends the minute we spoke. And as a result, I spent a precious day with Maria and Kevin. We did it all..getting ready in Yountville, seeing Maria walk down the aisle of an empty church (still makes me smile) to meet the love of her life, and afterwards, a celebration of champagne and photographs throughout wine country on way to their gorgeous dinner destination at Auberge du Soleil. It was truly the sweetest celebration I have witnessed and I had the time of my life. The amazing thing is, Maria and Kevin are now dear friends of my husband and I, as well as, members of my family. They have forever changed our lives. And I am just so grateful to have a job that brings me such incredible people and everlasting relationships.

As you know, I absolutely love shooting at City Hall. Not only is it one of the most beautiful buildings in the city (or anywhere for that matter!)…but I love that on any given day, you are witness to not just one beautiful union but handfuls. It is truly inspiring to see so many happy and fulfilled faces. Nikki+Joe, my adorable couple from my last post, brought their family and friends together in a gorgeous and super sentimental ceremony on June 3, 2010. I loved that they incorporated their three kids into the ceremony and the “couple” photos afterward. And there wasn’t a dry eye in the place!