Surrounded by just a few family and friends Carla and Thomas exchanged vows in his Aunt’s backyard. It was a beautiful, simple, and intimate ceremony. There was no hiding Carla and Thomas’s excitement about getting married as they celebrated with their guest. This was proof that having a small affair can still be beautiful and meaningful. The decorations were great and I loved the brides dress. We had a lot of fun taking their pictures. Thomas is really in to soccer so we did some photos with his soccer ball. They also had a great drink called a guavatini. The guest were loving it.

Check out some images from their day. www.jilljohnsonphotography.com/slideshow/carlaandthomas

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Its that time of year for Holiday Parties and was I able to have a really great time with some of the local photographers in my pug group. Normally we meet every month to talk and learn.  Not this time it was just all about having a good time as we went to Strike bowling in Cupertino. It was a really fun time and it was a great change of pace. All I can say is that none of us should give up our photography business for becoming pro bowlers. I don’t think any of us could of made a league but we sure had a great time. If your looking for something fun to do with friends this venue was great. They have these great red leather benches to wait your turn on and servers who bring your hearts desire right to the lane. They had other activities like pool and air hockey but we ran out of time. So check it out.

This by far had to be one of the most unique weddings that I’ve photographed.  It was so fun and they carried the theme out fantastic.  One of the fun things for me was that I got to wear jeans and tennis shoes and I fit right in.  Well, if I would of had cowboy boots that would of been fantastic.  Casey and Jessie were married overlooking a beautiful valley at the Brazil Ranch in Carmel, CA.  The view was spectacular and since it was a clear day in the distance you could see the ocean.  There was so many fun details from the simplicity of the flowers, the black wranglers and cowboy hats the groomsmen wore, tattoos of pistols, bride and bridesmaids in cowboy boots , and one of my favorites the old red truck.  Another great thing was the bbq menu and that they had a plate of pickles.  If you’ve ever been to the south or Texas for a BBQ then you know there is always pickles.  This crowd was so much fun to work with and they were game for pretty much anything.  Check out more of their photos below.

 www.jilljohnsonphotography.com/slideshow/caseyandjessiewedding

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I just love these images!  There is just something magical about children and the fall.  Its amazing how they just can’t resist playing in the leaves.  It was such a beautiful afternoon in here in San Jose.  Check out more of their images on the link below.

 www.jilljohnsonphotography.com/slideshow/bellaandandrew

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Roberta and Gary had a beautiful day to exchange vows at the Opera House in Los Gatos. I’ve photographed receptions there several times but never did the ceremony and reception. It was quite a celebration and the reception had a great theme of “Everything Chocolate.” I’ve never seen so much chocolate. It was like taking a tour of the Willy Wonka factory. It was great. They even handed out customized candy bars for all their guest.

www.jilljohnsonphotography.com/slideshow/robertaandgary

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