Stephen Anthony Photo: Wedding Photographer, Portraits, California, West Coast Photography

ALICIA + AARON

Stephen — Mon, 14 May 2012 15:30:43 +0000

Happy Monday!

May seems to be happily moseying along so may we introduce our friends Alicia and Aaron!

We met Alicia and Aaron at a friend’s Christmas party last year, we got to chatting and it turns out Stephen’s parents and Alicia’s parents go way, way back! If that wasn’t enough to remind us that it’s a small world after all but Aaron works at the same state department and office that Stephen once used to work at waaaaay back when photography was his second fiddle. As you all know photography has demanded Stephen’s full attention for quite some time but it’s funny how things in life are cycled and we are all connected.

Anyway back to the lovely Alicia and Aaron, we had the pleasure of shooting their lovely engagement in their backyard along the Sacramento river. It was such a beautiful afternoon, the sun was shining, the air was crisp and we had a blast! Aaron and Alicia are both so down to earth and easy going that it made our job a piece of cake. They truly share a special relationship and for us to be able to capture how much they love and care for each other makes our job so much more rewarding. From every subtle whisper of reassurance and guidance, Aaron made Alicia feel at ease and we couldn’t help but admire what a true gentleman Aaron is and what a great husband he’s going to be!

Aaron and Alicia are getting married at Pebble Beach later this year, we can’t wait!! Enjoy!

LORI + RYAN + ZIGGY

Stephen — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:18:08 +0000

It always amazes me when you realize how small this world is sometimes and how we are all connected through the people we meet and encounter. It’s so awesome to meet clients who are already connected via friends and networks and it only seems it will be sooner or later where God has planned your paths to cross. We strongly believe that God leads our path and it is His will for us when we meet each client and make a connection to those people. This is how we met Ryan and Lori.

Lori and Ryan were able to hear about us through the Cal Expo Bridal Show, Lori was away in Vietnam at the time but Ryan unfazed by her absence decided to battle the hoards of brides at the biggest bridal show in California with his soon-to-be-mother-in-law. We give Ryan huge props for coming out to see us that day because not every groom would take that massive feat on! We were able to meet the lovely Lori when she returned and the rest is pretty much history!

We had the pleasure of shooting Lori and Ryan’s engagement in our home turf of Sacramento, California. They even bought along their dog Ziggy, their cutie pie pom-poodle who stole the heart of everyone wherever we turned. We got to witness first hand the flocks of fans Ziggy draws in as we shot in and around town. Ziggy (named after the super hybrid computer from Quantum Leap) was such a trooper and stayed with his mommy and daddy throughout the entire shoot, it was easy to see that they are his entire world and his little face lights up when they’re around. It was wonderful to be able to include Ziggy in their engagement session because he is such a huge part of Ryan and Lori’s life together, we were excited to learn that Ziggy will also be their honorary ring bearer on their wedding day! We can’t wait!

We even had the opportunity to check out newly revamped spectacular Sacramento Crocker Art Museum. Huge thank you to the Crocket Art Museum for allowing us to shoot there. Without further a due meet Ryan and Lori and of course Ziggy! Enjoy!

CHELSIE PEREZ

Stephen — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:46:20 +0000

Happy Monday! We wanted to brighten up your monday morning with this ball of sunshine - Meet Chelsie! We hung out with this bright young thing who happens to be the Head Designer and Marketing Director at Jackie’s Flowers and Visual Display Artist at the uber -cool Anthropologie. A girl of many creative talents and one to definitely keep your eye on.

We are so happy to be able to feature Jackie’s Flowers on our blog, this will be the first set showcasing their creative talents. As some of you may know about us, we love supporting local businesses that we believe in to empower our community. As the name ‘Jackie’s Flowers’ implies, Jackie does flowers… BUT (big but) she does SO MUCH MORE than that! They also specialize in Vintage Detailing, Rentals & Props and can create and make your wedding design and concept become a reality. Just stepping into their shop makes you feel like your in a gem of an antique store filled with treasures that want to be found and unveiled.

We couldn’t imagine having anyone else doing our wedding last year, Jackie’s Flowers did an incredible job completing our storybook woodland themed wedding (with British elements mixed in!) that our guests couldn’t stop talking about the wedding for weeks. Their attention to detail, creativity and floral arrangements were so personal, filled with so much of their passion and artistic flair that it’s evident they put their hearts and souls in to their business. We have nothing but admiration for them both as people and their phenomenal talent to bring together a visual concept. So we wanted to share the first of ‘Jackie’s Flowers’ concept series with all you guys. We were even able to convince Chelsie to join in all the photo fun! Enjoy and stay tuned for the next in their concept series!

Vintage Detailing, Design, & Concept by Jackie’s Flowers

LINDSAY + KEVIN

Stephen — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 21:21:04 +0000

With wedding season around the corner, we’ve been shooting engagements like crazy. To embrace this awesome April say hello to Lindsay and Kevin! We met Lindsay and her entourage at the Cal Expo Bridal show and instantly we had a connection with her and her family. Lindsay was all bubbly and shining with engagement glow but didn’t think she should book us without consulting her fiancé Kevin first. Since Kevin was playing golf that day he wasn’t at the show (Kevin LOVES golf!). A few hours later, Lindsay came back telling us she called Kevin whilst he was playing golf and he told Lindsay to go ahead and book us because he trusts her to make the decision for them. It’s always beautiful to be able to witness a couple who puts their other half’s needs before their own and being able to work together effortlessly. We think that is the right foot to be heading into a marriage together!

Since Kevin loved golf and their first date was actually at the golf range, we thought what better way than to incorporate golf but to Mini-Golf! Everything is fun when it is MINI! lol. We had a blast shooting Lindsay and Kevin and even though Lindsay was nervous before the shoot, Kevin did a great job making her feel at ease and to keep her laughing all day! Thank you also to Scandia Fun Center for a fun day out! Lindsay and Kevin are getting married this September and we couldn’t be happier for them. Enjoy!

VI + CHRIS

Stephen — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 14:58:21 +0000

We wanted to kick off Marvelous March with our friends Vi and Chris’ super engagement session! We feel so incredibly blessed to be able to do what we absolutely love but it makes it so much more special and worthwhile when we meet such amazing clients who we feel have such a real connection with us. We hit it off with Vi and Chris instantly after meeting them at the Cal Expo Bridal Showcase earlier this year and we are so proud to present our first GO KART RACING engagement session! We had such a blast shooting Vi and Chris, they are both so easy going and had such fun playful ideas for their shoot. We return to where their love story first began… where Vi and Chris had their very first date together at RPM Go Kart Racing in Sacramento. The RPM staff were fantastic and they even gave Vi and Chris their own private track to zoom around! It was such a fun awesome shoot and it was definitely very sentimental for the two of them. After refueling with some delicious pho, Vi and Chris even had time to enjoy cruising their bikes along the American River and we met some unsuspected “ewok” friends along the way!

Vi and Chris are getting married in Hawaii on the 18th September this year and we couldn’t be happier for them! Congrats again guys! We hope you enjoy the pictures. Happy March Everyone!

Their Wedding Date

PATRICIA + DIALLO MATERNITY

Stephen — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20:45:04 +0000

Congrats to Patricia and Diallo on their pregnancy. When we met the two of them this month, they were BOTH just positively GLOWING! It’s beautiful to see a couple still so in love after knowing each other since the 90′s and how learning that Diallo had a secret crush on Patricia in high school! Now the happy couple are both eagerly awaiting the arrival of their little baby boy – from the size of Patricia’s cute ‘n’ curvy baby bump; something tells us he may not be so little!! Patricia is due on March 1st and we are just so excited for them! We wanted to share this beautiful love story of Patricia and Diallo with you all – Enjoy!

LYDIA + TOM | SAN JOSE ENGAGEMENT

Stephen — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:52:10 +0000

Red Sox & A’s Fall in love and its Beautiful. We shot Lydia and Tom’s engagement in San Jose, CA. Both being big baseball fans, we went to visit the park where Tom grew up playing Little League. It was definitely a sweet sentiment that we could hare together. We can’t wait for Lydia + Tom’s wedding in June!

MUA: Bellamina Makeup

CAL EXPO BRIDAL SHOWCASE HELLO 2012

Stephen — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:11:47 +0000

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Hello January! I can’t believe January is whizzing by, I guess it is true what they say… time flies when you’re having fun! =) I can’t think of better way for Stephen Anthony Photography to kick off 2012 than with a bang! – of a hammer, sawing for my life and some hardcore DIY wood-shopping! As 2011 drew to a close and we overindulged in treats over the holiday season, it was time to get to work. We quickly became familiar faces at our local Home Depot as we prepared for the incredible Cal Expo Bridal Show in Sacramento, CA. You know when you’re at Home depot too much if “everybody knows your name and everybody’s always glad you came…” *cue ‘Cheers’ theme song* =)

There’s just something really incredible about starting a new project and making something with your very own hands and it’s truly rewarding to see the finished product. The blood, sweat and tears (and sleep deprivation) was well worth it! lol

Our Stephen Anthony Photography Booth Cal Expo Bridal Showcase 2012, Sacramento, California

We are so proud that we had the opportunity to be at Cal Expo Bridal Show and we were overjoyed with the turnout. It really was so wonderful to be able to officially launch and showcase all our new beautiful wedding photography products. We are incredibly overwhelmed by the amount of interest and support we received from everybody and are truly honored to have been able to meet so many lovely bride and grooms-to-be. Thank you to everyone who came by to say Hi to us, we can’t appreciate you enough! We tried our best to document our crazy DIY journey from beginning to end so that you can all take a sneak peek too!

Let’s start off with our TOP SECRET sketchy blue prints doodled by the wifey! We’re pretty amazed how this piece of scrap paper became a reality for us!

Gathering supplies for the show. Measured, cut and ready for assembly.

Preston making sure we are off to a good start by helping me hold down our 2×2 framing. Precise measurement insures a clean fit.

NO PETS ALLOWED! During the precision cutting process!

The Miter Saw ROARS!!!

Mr. Cordless Drill became a good friend of mine.

My First Panel – almost complete!

Now repeat all steps x100! =)

Mr. Nail Gun competed for my attention.

Paint Rollers at the Ready!

We couldn’t of completed this project on time without the great help of our pal David. Thanks buddy!

Preston doing what he does best – looking damn cute!

Life & color are breathed into our lovely laser cut logo. The wifey seems to be immune to the TOXIC spray fumes!

Nothing like a good cuppa after a hard days work…

Creating + testing the dummy booth before our show case.

Preston supervises my accuracy + diy workmanship.

The shining moment comes for wifey to mount the logo – SUPER STAR!

No short cuts here! All precise aligning + spacing all thanks to my trusted little in-house designer.

Packing up for the road! Oh Yahhhh don’t cha know!

JAM PACKED + READY TO GO! OFF TO THE SHOW!! =)

Blue Curtains – No, thank you. lol

Check out the handy trolley I even made!

Setup is actually super fast.

Sou-Wah & David did such a marvelous job making this awesome grid of photos to fit well into the 7ft frame we handmade. David models it well.

What a hot mess! =)

TA DA! WELCOME TO STEPHEN ANTHONY PHOTOGRAPHY BABY!

Yours truly =)

Spotlights on! The wifey = my new electrician!

What an amazing day! Such an amazing opportunity to meet and greet new brides, their bridesmaids, their sisters, their mothers, their fiancés… you get the picture! =)

It’s great to have such awesome friends come out and support us. Thanks guys!

The Team!

Thank you again to everybody who came by to say Hello to us!

We shall keep you all posted on upcoming Bridal Shows we will be showcasing at so we look forward to meeting all you lovely people at the next one!

WILLA + LEON | NAPA WEDDING

Stephen — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 15:20:25 +0000

Introducing the amazing wedding of Willa + Leon. Enjoy! =)

JOYCE + RYAN

Stephen — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 05:38:43 +0000