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I recently experienced the joy that was my own wedding day. Nothing compares to it! I was inspired beyond my imagination by the love that surrounded us that day. It's a feeling so great, it's almost unexplainable.

To capture that love, and feel it again and again through my clients is a gift. My heart is full. It is such a blessing to wake up to a job that I love so much. Life is sweeter because of it :)

I love working with couples who are full of love for each other. Couples who enjoy, and care about photographs as much as I do. Couples who laugh, jump, and are excited. Couples who are easy going, and laid back. Bride and groomzillas not allowed.

If you are the bride and groom for me, let's take a big bite out of this sweet life. Together!

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01-17-2012

One frame.

The weather in San Francisco has been amazing the past couple of weeks. At least it was until this past Sunday. A week before, I had this simple idea to photograph a couple on the beach. I’ve always wanted to shoot a beach wedding. Beach weddings don’t really happen in San Francisco (I now know...

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01-03-2012

You make my dreams come true

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Below are bits and pieces of my 2011 season… While these are photographs of clients and friends, a little piece of me is reflected in each photo. I see my excitement, my love for romance, and happiness in sunlight. I see my attraction to pretty, my tears of joy, my heart, and my laughter. All...

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Liz - love.love.LOVE!!!

Andrea - Gaaaaah!! So amazing! Every single photo is so beyond breathtaking. I can’t wait to see what you do this year! You’re incredible and so happy to have you as a friend :) love ya boo!

Karin - I truly believe that no one catches emotions and romance better than you do. And you do it in such a special and profound way!

Lannie - Oh Gladys… this post just got me so excited for what’s to come this year! <3 <3

Bec - The third one down is my fave! A lovely bunch of images, Happy 2012!

Lynn - Congrats on a successful 2011…I wish you all the best for 2012. I love seeing the photos of your beautiful couples and reading your heartfelt words about their special day. You have that something ‘extra’ that comes out in your photos–it’s magical!

ala - i absolutely see you in every single photo. so perfect! love you and so honored to call you a friend!! cheers to 2012!

hannah - So many amazing, beautiful people you have seen this year! And your images of them all are literally breathtaking…what an amazing year for you! Incredibly fabulous work gladys! Can’t wait to see all you do in this new year!

Lauren - Gladys, these pictures are amazing! You have such a talent and I love seeing all the beautiful photos you take. Can’t wait to see what’s in store for you in the 2012! xo

Anda - My dear dear friend … look at what you’ve created this year! I have loved watching you from the very beginning. And especially now — to see how your style has a consistency and a Glady-ness. That photo of Amanda Rae is still my all time favorite from you. Still makes me gasp when I see it. But I HAVE to ask … that photo of the girl in the leather jacket with the bright red lips and awesome gold necklace?? WHAT shoot is that from and where and when can I see more of it? It’s SO fashion. Love it.

Maddy - Wooooo hooooo I’m on here! Haha I love my pictures and these pictures too! But I never dislike any picture that you take! :)

Natasha - Gladys, you are awesome and lovely and talented and brilliant and you deserve every success. I’m so glad that Derek and I met you – I only wish that we lived closer so that we could catch up for coffee every now and then! Wishing you and Chris all the best for a beautiful 2012. xox

Chris - Dang it, wife! you got me all teary-eyed over here!!!

12-06-2011

Annikke + Milton: Tea Ceremony

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Just wanted to share a few frames from Milton and Annikke’s tea ceremony. I’ll be sharing more of their wedding day soon. I kinda coveted Annikke’s bridal gown :) Until then… <3

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12-06-2011

Leigh + Angelo: San Jose Wedding

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A few things I love: 1. Pure amazing light goodness. So good, it makes your heart hurt :) 2. Couples who let loose in front of the camera 3. A rockin dance party 4. Laid back, intimate, outdoor wedding This wedding was all of the above :) Below are my favorite favorites! Angelo and Leigh...

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11-16-2011

Featured: Style Me Pretty-CA

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Always awesome to have work featured on a wedding blog!! Today, Jaime and Chris’ Intimate San Francisco wedding is featured on Style Me Pretty-CA :) Their day is one of my favorites of the year, so I’m happy that SMP is featuring it. Click here to see the feature. Happy Wednesday <3

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Category Archives: Weddings

One frame.

You make my dreams come true

Annikke + Milton: Tea Ceremony

Leigh + Angelo: San Jose Wedding

Featured: Style Me Pretty-CA