Photographer’s Blog – Page 9 – Shanti Duprez Fine Portrait Photography

Portrait Design by Shanti wins Two Bright LIghts Editor Choice Award

Posted on February 27, 2014 | by Shanti

As a testament to my outstanding clients, and my commitment to producing the best-of-the-best wedding photography, I am thrilled to announce that I have been selected as a winner of a 2014 Two Bright Lights Editors' Choice Award!

The award is given in recognition of the those whose number of published features in 2013 placed them among the top 5% of all Two Bright Lights members. Winners were published across many of the most respected lifestyle, wedding and other print and digital publications in the United States and worldwide.

I am honored to be part of this group of talented photographers and creative professionals. My features this past year have enabled me to increase exposure for my work, and I am thrilled to have been recognized for my endeavors.

In 2013, I had the privilege of being published in the following publications:

http://www.ilovefarmweddings.com/2013/05/23/amanda-will-san-gregorio-california-barn-wedding/

http://poptasticbride.com/2013/06/mountain-view-oakland-wedding/#.Uw-Cff10wpE

http://www.weddingwindow.com/blog/waterfront-wedding-rebecca-evan/

http://www.ilovefarmweddings.com/2013/06/05/jennifer-travis-half-moon-bay-california-wedding/

http://www.lovewedbliss.com/real-weddings/traditional-weddings/half-moon-bay-golf-links-wedding-from-portrait-design-by-shanti/

http://www.swoonedmagazine.com/blog/post/redwood_forest_wedding_california

http://www.diybride.com/blog/2013/08/19/lisa-heinzs-iridescent-diy-garden-wedding/

http://poptasticbride.com/2013/08/hotel-vitale-rooftop-wedding/#.Uw-Cqf10wpE

http://www.ceremonyblog.com/2013/10/01/real-wedding-amy-matt/

http://www.lucydylanweddings.com/2013/10/22/real-wedding-irene-dan/

http://blog.weddingstar.com/md-heart-of-san-francisco/

http://www.valleyandcoblog.com/2014/01/just-wed-a-classic-green-and-white-wedding/

http://www.brendasweddingblog.com/blogs/2014/1/20/a-purple-beach-wedding-along-the-coast-of-half-moon-bay-california

http://poptasticbride.com/2014/02/monterey-beach-wedding/#.Uw-C8_10wpE

Thanks to all of the other creative professionals who made these features possible!

To see more of my work, or to get in touch about my services, please visit www.portraitsbyshanti.com

San Francisco Bay Area Wedding Photographer// Half Moon Bay Wedding Photographer// Northern California Wedding Photographer

Posted on February 7, 2014 | by Shanti

I just wanted to share with you some of my favorite wedding shots from the last few years. Enjoy! This is part 1 of 2 … much more coming in the next few weeks. So many great memories.

Thank you

Oceano Hotel and Spa, Half Moon Bay

Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay

Liquid Sky, Half Moon Bay

Peninsula Country Club, San Mateo

Del Monte Beach House, Monterey

Creekside Terrace, Los Gatos

Mission Ranch, Carmel

Long Branch Saloon, Half Moon Bay

Pema Osel Ling, Watsonville

Half Moon Bay Golf Links, Half Moon Bay

Diablo Country Club, Danville

City Club, San Francisco

Ralston Mansion, Belmont

Kohl Mansion, Burlingame

Sam's Chowder House, Half Moon Bay

JW Marriot, San Francisco

Countryside Family Portraits // Family Portrait Photographer // San Francisco Bay Area // Half Moon Bay, CA

Posted on January 31, 2014 | by Shanti

Living in Northern California, Half Moon Bay to be exact, we are fortunate enough to live where the mountains meet the sea. With that said, some might think it's obvious to capture your family portraits by the ocean, as it truly is magical… and I won’t disagree, if that is what describes your family. However, the country offers a natural setting that can really amplify the spirit of your loved ones…. if you are still torn, we can even find locations where the mountains meet the sea, such as the bluff tops of Montara… or just play in the tall grasses of the country, or find locations like Cowell State Beach that have country like roads that look like they go on for miles.

If you are a more rustic person, and/or just want something different, let me capture your next family portrait utilizing some of our amazing mountain sides.

Portraits by Shanti DuPrez / Half Moon Bay Photographer / Photography in Montara / Cowell State Beach / Northern California / Mountainside / Beach / Country Roads

Photography and Portraits in Northern California by Shanti DuPrez

Half Moon Bay, CA

Montara, CA

Cowell State Beach, CA

Mavericks Bluffs

Portola Valley Town Center

Children Photography// Children's Portraits// Kid Photography// Baby Portraits // Half Moon Bay, California

Posted on January 14, 2014 | by Shanti

Its very rare (so rare, I can’t even think of an actual time) that I have walked away from a photo shoot and not feel satisfied after capturing children and their innocence. For me, in some ways they are easier than adults because they have nothing to hide if approached right. The trick is finding that sweet spot, that spot that will open up to a giggle, or a tender moment that can only be seen usually for a split second.

I remember photographing my own kids before they “loved” the camera… that was a bit tricky, especially for my oldest, who getting to smile was like pulling teeth… and after each shoot I would be left sweating as if I just ran a marathon, but I walked away with my reward… the reward of capturing that golden stage before the next growth occurs. Don’t miss out on this time, its too precious! Portraits by Shanti DuPrez / Children Portraits / Photographing Children / Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay, Ca

Roosevelt Beach, CA

Dunes Beach, CA

Pillar Point Harbor, CA

Shanti, We cannot thank you enough. I wish I had thought to ask you to take photo’s of the kids when they were younger! Now we must make up for lost time!

Kat

Shanti was the photographer of our dreams for our engagement pictures and our wedding! For our engagement pictures, I sent her a few ideas, but she really brought it to life and we couldn’t have loved them more! She is SO on top of everything and made us feel SO comfortable throughout the 2 hour session. For our wedding, at Jacuzzi Family Vineyards in Sonoma, we couldn’t have asked for a more professional, AMAZING photographer! Shanti and her team were top notch and I can’t say enough about her! They came to where we were getting ready, were SO on point with the timeline and all the little details and followed my now husband and I around like a hawk! We had talked about various group pictures and different locations at the vineyards and she made sure that EVERYTHING was captured! I cannot recommend Shanti and her team enough! We cannot wait to see all of our wedding day photos and to use her for other photos down the road! You’re the BEST Shanti!

Andrea