Wedding Photography at Our Lady of the Pillar and the Oceano Hotel and Spa / Irene and Dan

Posted on October 3, 2013 | by Shanti

It’s a story of fate. I had the pleasure of meeting Dan and capturing a glimpse of his world about 8 years ago when I was commissioned to capture his beautiful family at a very tender moment in their lives. Dan and Robert, his son, were soon to loose a very special woman in their lives, his wife and Robert’s Mother. Even though I don’t get to linger long in one’s life, I do come away feeling vulnerable to all the emotion that is within a family, and this particular moment left me feeling so fortunate to have been apart of this brief encounter.

Fast forward 8 years, I am contacted by this vivacious and wonderful woman who would love to inquire about my wedding services. You see, she met a wonderful man a few years back and she thinks I know him… thank goodness for small circles!

Their wedding vows were exchanged at Our Lady of the Pillar in Half Moon Bay and the celebration continued at the Oceano Hotel and Spa. Elegant Cheesecake did an exceptional job with helping these two celebrate a love that was meant to be!

Portraits by Shanti DuPrez / Oceano Hotel and Spa / Pillar Point Harbor / Half Moon Bay

Portraits by Shanti Duprez / Our Lady of the Pillar / Oceano Hotel and Spa / Elegant Cheesecakes / Half Moon Bay Wedding Photographer

Portraits by Shanti DuPrez / Oceano Hotel and Spa / Pillar Point Harbor / Half Moon Bay

As seen in Lucy Dylan Weddings

Half Moon Bay Wedding Venue: Our Lady of the Pillar

Half Moon Bay Wedding Reception Venue: Oceano Hotel and Spa

Half Moon Bay Area Wedding Cake: Elegant Cheesecakes

Half Moon Bay Area DJ, Photobooth, & Lighting: Golden State Productions; Wayne Noel

Shanti is the BEST! She is so fun to work with and captures those special moments precisely at the right time. She is very easy going and flexible, at the same time she knows exactly what needs to be captured the day of your wedding and makes that happen flawlessly. She was open to all our ideas and requests and well as scoping places near our venues to make sure we a plan and a perfect place for our photos as well as a plan B (incase of weather). Also, use her timeline you’ll be thankful you did!!

Sabrina

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

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