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  • Everyone has a blog nowadays.

    ...so THANK YOU for sparing a minute of your life and coming by to check out mine. It's truly an honor! Whether you're a friend, a photography buff, an old (or new!) client or a bride looking for a photographer - welcome and come back often. I'm happy to make your acquaintance.

    ~ Auey

    Most commonly asked question, "How do you pronounce your name?" Think Maui, without the M. Or, "It's Auey, like I have an owee." (boo boo, ouchie, auey ~ I'll be reduced to a scab soon).

Dec 28 2012

You’re Invited! Luxury Weddings at The Ritz Carlton, San Francisco

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Once again, I’m inviting all engaged couples to check out the Modern Luxury Faire at The Ritz-Carlton on Sunday, January 6, 2012. It’s my second year as a bridal vendor and it’s always a wonderful time meeting engaged couples face to face.  I’m excited to show you my albums and work and just chit-chat a bit.

Need a little more incentive?  I have a little giveaway for those blog readers and brides-to-be who can drop by. Drop by my booth and get a chance to win the raffle. I’m giving away copies of my favourite wedding book in the world, plus one Beloved engagement session to a lucky couple.

So come on over and let’s have fun hanging out. It’ll be blast!

For more details and ticket information, do check out the official event website.

Check out the fun photos from last year!

 

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Nov 28 2012

Lydia and Matthew | Sutro Baths San Francisco Engagement Shoot

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I can’t believe I’ve lived in the San Francisco Bay area and never shot a session at Sutro Baths before. It’s an awesome not-so-hidden gem in the city.  Power lawyer couple Lydia and Matthew chose the place for its unique structure and beautiful seascape and I can’t thank them enough for showing me around.

The now abandoned ruins was once a large privately owned swimming pool complex, built in the late 1800s.  The building housing the baths burned down in 1966 and was abandoned. The ruins may still be visited and are part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. It provided a backdrop to Lydia and Matthew’s engagement photos. They were such a joy to work with! And it was one laughing spree after another. Serves me right to ask lawyers silly questions! I can only envision a lifetime of fun debates, laughing and love for them both.

 

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Nov 19 2012

Holly and Kelvin | Napa and San Francisco Beloved Engagement Session

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The cities of San Francisco and Napa both hold a special place in the hearts of Holly and Kelvin. So much so that they flew thousands of miles from the Midwest to shoot their engagement session here. Of course, I was beyond flattered they chose me to take on this important task!

We were blessed with beautiful weather, sunny with just enough nip in the air. There’s nothing better than a long car ride for getting to know a couple. I learned they they are somewhat opposite in temperament, but they loved and valued the same things in life: food, travel, family – both growing childlike in their enthusiasm as they discussed their favorite things.

Such a great day to spend a day!

Here are a few favorites from their beloved engagement shoot.

 

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Nov 18 2012

Earl and Edward | Beloved Engagement Shoot Oakland CA

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I met Edward at a wedding I did this year (shoutouts to Rome and Rochelle). He made quite an impression on me during the wedding party portraits, as he declared to me, “I”m the token gay wedding party member, make me look good!” I’ll have to admit – he was the most fabulous one there (sorry, ladies).

Anyway, he and his fiancé Earl contacted me to do their holiday photos this year and I just loved working with them. Combined, they are the funnest, funniest and most adorable couple around. My cheeks literally ached from laughing too much.  Seriously, I can never be thankful enough for getting the chance to meet new people and being part of their lives for even a little while. In this case, 2 hours in the Oakland Hills.

 Love you E + E! You will have fabulous, amazing adventures together – I just know it! Here’s the slideshow from the shoot we did. Enjoy!

xo Auey

 

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Edward Mardicas - Awe! =) Your words, almost more than your pictures, just made me smile from ear to ear! =) It was such a great experience working with you Auey and I think you did an awesome job at capturing us at our “realest”, is that a word? It should be if it aint! =) We can’t wait to work with you again! Love, love, love the pictures! =)

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