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Rainy day wedding at the Oceano Hotel in Half Moon Bay, CA

Posted on June 18, 2019 | by Shanti

Its like rain on your wedding day…. This is the song that keeps playing in my head as I was capturing this mother nature induced unique wedding day. A May wedding. Should be sunny skies… or at least spring like temps… but not this day… this day decided it needed to dump all day long.

There are so many things I loved about this day though. The way the bride and groom weren’t even phased by this. The way the Oceano Hotel has so many options to get artistic and fun captures inside its glorious space.

Throw in a fun band and a twist to cutting the cake (they had a cheese cake…. A cake made up of different cheese rounds, crackers and a honey comb) some chair dancing and what more could you ask for!

Napa Fairview Wedding Love for Three

Posted on April 23, 2019 | by Shanti

Oh the beauty of a Napa wedding with a couple with so much beauty and heart. The grounds of the Meritage is where I was able to capture the beautiful bride and her first look with her dad. Although the vines were barren, the poppy flowers were in full bloom and couldn’t be better for a spring wedding in the Wine Country.

The venue, Fairview Napa Golf Course, was off the charts perfect. It was a perfect backdrop that allowed all the beauty to sprinkle in and so close to the party that was off the charts. But the true jewel was Lauren and Ernie’s little girl. She really stole the show!

Thank you for letting me be the one to capture this!

A unique and elegant wedding at the Oceano Hotel in Half Moon Bay, CA

Posted on April 5, 2019 | by Shanti

To get married at the Oceano comes with so much beauty. With an ocean backdrop laced with cypress tree’s and the sound of the fog horn it really is a magical place. To get married at the Oceano comes with so much beauty. With an ocean backdrop laced with cypress tree’s and the sound of the fog horn it really is a magical place. But when you add in your own flavor like Stephanie and Jeff did creating nothing like I have ever seen, you get that plus so much more.

Stephanie and Jeff decided to make full use out of the venue but getting married in their rustic gatehouse facility bringing in their own nature and greenery to really bring the venue to its next elegant level. Stephanie wanted to make sure she created fun for all of her 200 guests including her teenage son… so created a game room separate from the reception complete with air hockey and a life size connect 4 game. The adults were able to lounge comfortably in sofa’s and tall cocktail tables complete with an espresso bar and a photo booth. Dancing and fun were being had by all… What a great way to change up the venue… bravo you two!

Kara and Marc Sunset Ranch North Shore Oahu

Posted on September 18, 2018 | by Shanti

There is never a better compliment than being the chosen one to capture one of the biggest days in a couple’s journey. But even better than capturing it local is being trusted and valued enough to be apart of their magical destination wedding on the beautiful grounds of Sunset Ranch on the North Shore of Oahu.

Because I was apart of this special destination wedding day, I of course wanted to be apart of the rehearsal dinner celebration at the amazing Turtle Bay resort. It’s a great way for me to get to know their family and friends better and it was a great way for me to sneak in some beach shots since there wedding day was going to be taken place upcountry on the beautiful grounds of Sunset Ranch.

And let me tell you about Sunset Ranch… what a paradise. Its no wonder Marc and Kara fell in love with this location sight unseen (other than what they saw on the internet, they had yet to step foot on these grounds until the day before their wedding day)… It’s a breathtaking ranch that over looks the Northern Coast of Oahu. But really what is magical is where they said they’re vows. Under a banyan tree of wonder that over looks a valley of paradise was the perfect and serene spot for two people that really are connected from another lifetime.

Thank you Marc and Kara for this amazing opportunity to capture such an amazing day of two people that I will forever hold dear in my heart!

Venue: Sunset Ranch

Flowers: Marie Blooms

Videography: Yee Films

DJ: Honolulu DJ Company

Cake: UpCountry Creations

This is an honest review, no glorification here whatsoever: Shanti is amazing to work with and highly professional. We have worked with her for over 13 years, beginning with our engagement photos all the way to a recent family photo shoot on the beach in June. You can see her portfolio online, so it’s obvious that her craft is unquestionably excellent….but what you can’t tell is how organized, professional, yet comfortable to work with. Shoots are on time, orderly and organized. Particular shots you asked for? She’ll not only get those, but she’ll sneak in some unexpected shots that capture your moments forever in time. Got kids? No sweat! Shanti is a pro with all ages. In fact, she just did an amazing job of capturing my 70 year old mother with her 8 grandchildren ranging for toddlers to teens…in the sand no less!!! Everyone looks amazing thanks to Shanti because she is so personable and easy to be with. Orders are filled promptly and as expected. You will not be disappointed with the quality of prints and framing done by Shanti. If you’re looking for off the charts customer service, unquestionable quality of photography and professionalism, look no farther.

Anya

I absolutely love Shanti! She does great work! I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer to capture my special day. We had her take our engagement photos which were amazing (even though it was not the sunniest day). We used those photos for our save the date, wedding program and seating chart. Our wedding photos were amazing, I could look at them over and over again. She has such a unique style. I enjoyed working with her and cannot wait to have her take our pictures once we decide to have a baby. I would recommend her for any photography needs!

Jonee