Wow.  That one word pretty much sums up Kerri and Brad's wedding day, and that is only from our side of the camera.

Kerri is just about the happiest person I have met.  She always has an honest smile across her face and engaging personality.  Brad was so relaxed and humble all day long, you couldn't help but admire him.  Kerri, her sister and mother were busy getting ready at the top of the Westin St. Francis overlooking Union Square and most of San Francisco.  Meaganne McCandess provided the excellent hair and makeup styling.  Meanwhile just across Union Square, Brad and his family were relaxing and preparing in his suite atop the Grand Hyatt.

Once everyone was ready, we headed out to the Chapel at the Presido.  The chapel was built in the 1930's and its beautiful Spanish architecture make it one of the favorite wedding spots.  Planning ahead, Kerri and Brad arranged a shuttle for all of their wedding guests to go between the Chapel and the Westin.  The Rev. Peadar Dalton officiated the heartfelt ceremony with moments of both tears and laughter.

After the ceremony everyone went back to the Westin for cocktails and a stunning reception atop the hotel.  With 360 degree views of San Francisco, it was hard not to stare out the windows at the city below.  We all enjoyed delicious food and luxurious surroundings while listening to humorous and touching toasts before dancing until midnight.  The dance floor was the place to be that night - everyone was there.

Kerri made it clear to me that one of her top priorities for her wedding day was to spend as much time as possible with her friends and family.  This meant that the normal amount of time I spent photographing the bride and groom directly after the ceremony would be cut short.  It also meant that I was going to make up that time later.  In this case, after the reception was over and they said goodnight to many of their friends and family, joined by some of their closest friends we went street side for a 1 AM session.

As we finished up in Union Square well into Sunday, I couldn't help but be amazed by Kerri and Brad.  For them, the day was just getting started with new possibilities.  Their love for each other and family was a tangible thing - they are truly beautiful people.  Thank you again for trusting us with your wedding!

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Ceremony: Chapel at the Presido

Reception: Westin St. Francis

Hair and Makeup Artist: Meaganne McCandess

Officiant: Reverend Peadar Dalton

Dancing Beats: ProSound Entertainment