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Category Archives: Engagements

Loves in the Forecast

It was cold and rainy. The clouds were dark but the love they share between them is hot and brings forth a light of passion and romance. Jon and Jennie didn’t know what to expect as they arrived at the Legion Hall of Honor in their best dress clothing. Would they get wet? What kind…

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Our Newest Top Model Gets Engaged!

It was a cold but clear night in San Francisco. Amber and Dante’ arrived ready to bust some moves and show us what they are made of.  Amber was so cute in her brown boots. She loves America’s Next Top Model. She was ready to strike poses for us. Dante’ just followed her moves and…

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Capturing True Personalities…

It was a hot day in San Francisco. Our ice cream was melting faster then we could possibly eat it. There was a concert in the park. Sounds of children playing and laughing just having a great time in the great outdoors. Whitney and Shadow arrived top hat in hand. You could smell the roses…

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High School Sweethearts Reunite…

Michael and Akemi were high school sweethearts and then life led them on separate paths. Sad when that happens. But their story, like many others I know, does have a fairytale …re-beginning?! ( yes I made that up) They are now engaged! Michael and Akemi are getting married next year. Michael and Akemi love to…

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Love, San Francisco Style

I love when couples are truly excited about their engagement session. Katie & James were no exception. Katie was full of creative ideas she wanted to try. It was a windy and clear evening in San Francisco. The city was full of life, bustling with excitement. There was a wedding at our first destination. We…

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Don’t Let Communication Keep You From It!

Recently, Allen and I had the pleasure of meeting two wonderful people. David & Annamarie became clients of ours in April of this year at our Pleasanton Bridal Show. They won one of our free engagement packages. I was a little worried about being able to communicate with Annamarie and David because they are both…

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A Vineyard Engagement

At Blue Labs Photography, we are known for our San Francisco Engagement Shoots. In June, we had the pleasure of photographing a gorgeous couple at a vineyard in Livermore. Although the hills behind are a golden hue this time of year, the vines are very green and make for an astonishing background. Geneva and Mike…

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Mixing Fantasy with Reality..Oh My!

It was Sunday, June 5th, 2011. Crystal had just recovered from surgery and decided rain or shine she was ready for her engagement shoot. We at Blue Labs Photography were ready and armed with umbrellas and rain jackets for us and our equipment. We love to shoot at Shannon Community Center in Dublin. There are so many…

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Dirt Is Their Playground

Do you remember those cloudy rainy weekends we were having? The ones where it was actually cold windy and wet? Hard to believe it was just a few weeks ago but please go back in time a few weekends with me to the 28th of May. That’s the day we went out to play with…

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The Importance Of An Engagement Session

Ever ask yourself,”What is so important about an engagement session anyway? Why should I invest in engagement photos?” There are several great reasons actually. A formal engagement portrait in your local newspaper is a great way to spread your wonderful news. A casual photo works as well and you will want a photo of the…

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How To Have A Fun Engagement Shoot

Your engagement shoot can be fun as well as formal. It can be elegant and especially playful. We tell our clients to relax and have fun. The last thing we want is a stiff portrait of you and the one you are about to commit to on your wedding day. Your engagement portrait should portray…

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