I am really looking forward to photographing Denise and Matt’s wedding next month. My assistant/second shooter Cheryll and I met the beautiful couple and their adorable boys at Matt’s favorite park, which had a stunning view of San Francisco and plenty of room for the little ones to run around!

Denise’s mom came by to pick up the boys, at which point Cheryll and I remarked on the great genes that obviously run in this family! We were left with Matt and Denise, and it was time for romantic, kissy shots…

except that it was the beginning of Shark Week, so we had to snap this. Ok guys, for reals this time!

Vivien and Gunther are a really fun couple, as you can probably from these terrifically silly, Valentine-themed engagement photos. We visited the restaurant where they got engaged and frolicked in a nearby park.

Oh, remember how I called them “silly” earlier? Engagement ring thumb war!