Working throughout the South Bay for eight years means we’ve shot basically everywhere. Hakone Gardens for traditional Japanese aesthetic. Hayes Mansion for historic elegance. The Fairmont for downtown luxury. Mountain Winery in Saratoga for vineyard romance. Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay for coastal beauty. Private estates throughout Los Gatos offering intimate exclusivity.

We’ve covered weddings at Villa Ragusa, Montalvo Arts Center, Casa Real, various hotel ballrooms downtown, unique industrial spaces, backyard celebrations, rooftop venues, you name it. Each location has specific quirks and opportunities we’ve learned through experience.

San Jose weather cooperates most of the year, which makes planning easier. Summer can get warm for outdoor afternoon ceremonies but golden hour is consistently gorgeous. Fall and spring offer ideal conditions. Even winter works beautifully here compared to other parts of the country.

We know which venues have beautiful natural light and which ones need supplemental lighting. We understand timing for different seasons and how sunlight moves through various spaces. We’ve figured out the best portrait locations at each venue and backup plans when weather forces changes.