Sunnyvale Family Portraits - Baby Leo Revisted

I met Brian and Lynne in April when they asked me to help them photograph their newborn Leo. Now six months later, they kindly invited me back into their home to update the photographs of their quickly growing son. I love that we were able to use natural lighting in their house for the family shots. And it was perfect when he has his little costume on - Leo the Lion. Get it!?? Very clever mommy and daddy!

Family Portraits - The Sivitz Family

Clos La Chance Winery | Photo Contest Winner

Each week, Clos La Chance Winery down in San Martin picks a winner for their photo of the week contest. I recently posted a series of photos I took at an auction gala event and won their contest this week! Check out some of the photo I posted on Facebook :)

Featured on Jewelboxing's Blog

Check this out! Jewelboxing just posted me on their blog. I guess I'm not use to being on anyone else's blog but this is very exciting! They make these really cool dvd cases I've been using for all my clients. And now I'm on their freakin' blog! Trip out. :P

Jewelboxing blog: What Tom Has Learned in Sunny California (permalink)

Welcome Baby Ethan!

Halfie babies are so cute! Baby Ethan was no exception. He was great for our photoshoot and and was very cuddly with his new mommy and daddy. His older 'canine' brother made sure to keep a close eye on me and my gear. Thanks for allowing me into your homes guys. You guys are going to have so much fun being parents! :)

PS: Here's Ethan's older brother. lol

Amy & Mike's Wedding | Willow Heights Mansion | 9.12.09

We had such a fantastic & emotional day at Willow Heights. Everyone was in good spirits and the weather was just spectacular! Well I take that back, the best man had food poisoning so he was not in a happy place but was a trooper about it all. I love all the details Amy (& Mike..hehe) put into their wedding. I LOVE details in my photos and had fun running around making sure I captured every last one. Congrats to Amy & Mike!! You guys are the sweetest couple ever and I appreciate you allowing me the honor to be there with you on your wedding day. :)

Wedding Vendor Information:

Location - Willow Heights Mansion (Contact: Geraldine)

Offician - Rev. Anne Welker

Entertainment - DJ Ross Hartman

Cake - Jen's Cake

San Jose Food Photography - Best Taste Restaurant

This will be the most random posting on my blog ever. My absolute favorite Chinese restaurant is a local spot called Best Taste Restaurant. Seriously, it's soo good! Over the years I've gotten to know the wonderful people who own it and they knew me as a wedding photography. So when they wanted to update their menu, they had me help them capture the 50 plus items they specialize in. If you're ever in Campbell, CA you have to pop by and grab some Chinese or Japanese food at Best Taste (2360 S. Bascom Ave. Campbell 95008).

Kristine & Matt's Wedding | Garden Court Hotel - Palo Alto

It's not often that I meet the bride and groom for the first time on their wedding day but that was the case with Kristine & Matt. They're both from out of state but had their wedding here in the bay area. It was fun to finally meet them and their family after months of planning. The entire day went without even the slightest glitch and we can thank Kristine & her mom, Carol, for that. I had a chance to check out the hotel prior to the wedding and the second I walked in, I knew this was going to be a very beautiful wedding. The Mediterranean decor with the fountain in the courtyard made for a very romantic backdrop for some of our shots. Kristine & Matt, I wish you both the best and thank you for your kindness throughout the day. It's clear that you guys are VERY much in Love with each other! Congrats to you both!!

Wedding Vendor Information:

Location - Garden Court Hotel, Palo Alto (Kelly Tsutsumi, Sr. Events Mgr.)

Florist - Janette Rutherford

Entertainment - DJ Miguel

Cake - Cake Expressions (Baker: Cero Anthony)