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Sofia and Jonathan’s North Beath Engagement Pictures

September 2, 2010 By Joey 1 Comment

I always love it when something unexpected happens that sends a photography session to a whole new level. Sometimes its when the light gets just perfect or when you discover the perfect San Francisco view. This time it was a moped. Sophia, Jonathan and I were having a time making their engagement photos in North Beach. They were clearly in love and the light was beautiful. We could have ended it right there and gone home happy. But then I asked “what is the one thing you really want with your engagement photos?” Almost without hesitation, Sofia mentioned their moped. Not what I expected but definitely interesting. Since their house was just a few blocks away, we decided to pull it out and the real fun began. They started hamming it up and looked so good that traffic actually stopped. Such a good time. Definitely makes me thing that their wedding will be one very fun ho-down.

Thanks Sofia and Jonathan – this was a shoot that I won’t forget anytime soon. Best of luck with the wedding and hitting the road with the moped.

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Blog link: http://jchandlerphotography.com/3174

Filed Under: Engagement/Couples Tagged With: Moped, North Beach, san francisco, San Francisco Engagement Photographer, San Francisco Portrait Photographer, san francisco wedding Photographer

Light and shadow portraits with Ms. G in the Marina

July 9, 2010 By Joey Leave a Comment

Ms. G asked me to photograph her at her house in San Francisco’s Marina district. This was a birthday present to herself and like many customers, she was about nervous about being photographed. And like most customers after a few minutes, the nerves subsided and we had a great. Obviously from the photographs, you see that she really had nothing to be worried about. We played with the evening lights and shadows and got some really fun shots. I’m pretty sure that these photos will be one present that she will keep for quite a few years.

Happy Birthday Ms. G. You look fabulous.

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Filed Under: Portraits Tagged With: Marina disctrict, san francisco, San Francisco Candid Photography, San Francisco Portrait Photographer

Glaeser Family Photographs in Golden Gate Park

July 9, 2010 By Joey Leave a Comment

I have met a lot of cute, rambunctious, fun-loving children in the past year of photographing families. But I have never met anyone as smart and eloquent as little Ilaria. I literally sat dumbfounded as this 2 and a half year old told me out the different flowers in AIDS Memorial Garden where we were, how helicopters help her dad (he is a fire fighter) and all sorts of other things. And when she wasn’t speaking in full and complete sentences, she explored and ran throughout the garden and brought back little “treasures” for us in the form of rocks, sticks and flowers. It was such a delight to see (even if I did have to run quite a bit to get the shots).

Teresa and Nate – thanks so much for this opportunity. I had such a great time and when Ilaria needs a photographer when she wins the Nobel Prize, please give me a call.

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Blog Post: http://jchandlerphotography.com/2702

Filed Under: Children/Families Tagged With: Golden Gate Park, san francisco, San Francisco Child Photographer, San Francisco Family Photogapher, San Francisco Photographer, San Francisco Portrait Photographer

Dolores Park with the Baker Boys

July 3, 2010 By Joey Leave a Comment

On Monday, I had the pleasure of meeting John Baker and his son Matthew. We met at Dolores Park in San Francisco for a few father/son photographs. Dolores park has become an amazing place. There had to be at least a thousand plus people there on a Monday afternoon. We walked around the park and the neighborhood and got some nice shots of them together. Matthew is going to Japan next year in an exchange program so this is a special summer. Always love working with a family before a big change.

Nice to meet you John and thanks for this opportunity. Matthew – good luck being big in Japan.

A few samples below and the complete gallery here.

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Blog Link: http://jchandlerphotography.com/2575

Filed Under: Children/Families Tagged With: Dolores Park, san francisco, San Francisco Family Photogapher, San Francisco Photographer, San Francisco Portrait Photographer

Celebrating 10 amazing years in San Francisco

June 28, 2010 By Joey Leave a Comment

I have to say this was one of my favorite shoots. Normally I am asked to photograph the beginning of things – newborns, young families, engagements, weddings, etc. But this time, I got to photograph a couple 10 years and a set of twins in the making. Rick and Candice were celebrating their 10 year anniversary with a trip to San Francisco and contacted me for a photo session. We took a walk along Aquatic Park and up and over the hill to Ft. Mason. They were great and didn’t flinch even when the San Francisco fog rolled in that morning. The day was gray but they kept smiling and we had a great time. I loved working with a couple that had been married that long. 10 years is no easy task so I have to say super props to them.

Thanks Candice and Rick – I really appreciate you including me in your anniversary celebration. Best of luck with the next 10 years.

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Blog link: http://jchandlerphotography.com/2519

Filed Under: Engagement/Couples Tagged With: Aquatic Park, Ft. Mason, san francisco, San Francisco Engagement Photographer, San Francisco Family Photographer, San Francisco Portrait Photographer

Celebrating Big Changes with the Amazing Jones Family

June 18, 2010 By Joey Leave a Comment

I met the amazing Jones family at Baker Beach on a beautiful San Francisco afternoon. Mom Kelly had corralled her boys (Dad Steve, Oldest son Justin and no so little one Jake). Meeting with a photographer may not have been at the top of the list for the Jones boys but I can definitely understand why Kelly did the necessary arm twisting. Turns out Justin is leaving for ASU in the fall so this is clearly a very special summer for the Jones Family.

Spend any time with the Jones’s and you will learn two things very quickly. First they love each other and are really proud of one another. And second, little Jake has an endless supply of energy. I don’t think he stood still for more than about a second the entire time we on the beach. Quite the site to see.

Thank you Jones family. I had a great time and I hope you have a fabulous summer.

A few examples below and the complete gallery here.

Blog link: http://jchandlerphotography.com/2394

Filed Under: Children/Families Tagged With: Ferry Building, san francisco, San Francisco Family Photographer, San Francisco Photographer, San Francisco Portrait Photographer

The Garcia’s in Golden Gate Park

May 27, 2010 By Joey Leave a Comment

This Sunday, I had the joy of meeting little Sofia and her parents Ana and Joel. We met at the Children’s Playground in Golden Gate Park. That is pretty much a wonderland for children complete with swings, cement slides and a metty-go-round. Sofia of course loved everything and pointed her her way from place to place. The only thing she didn’t quite understand is why the adults kept wanting to stop for pictures. A waste of time in her mind I imagine. Fortunately I scrambled around enough to get a few shots of the family and their fabulous blue eyes.

Thanks Garcia’s – I had a blast and hope you enjoy the photographs. The complete gallery is here.

Blog link: http://jchandlerphotography.com/2218

Filed Under: Children/Families Tagged With: Golden Gate Park, san francisco, San Francisco Child Photographer, San Francisco Family Photogapher, San Francisco Photographer

Caroline’s birthday and my one year anniversary

May 2, 2010 By Joey Leave a Comment

Wow, its been a year since Caroline’s last birthday. She turned three and have a great party at the Fr Mason Art Center. And while today was very important to her and her fabulous family (Amy, Andrew and baby sister CeCe) for all the obvious reasons, it also has special meaning to me. Caroline’s party last year at Crissy Field was the first event I ever photographed as the official photographer. I can absolutely remember calling Amy and being so nervous to ask if I could photograph the party. I couldn’t believe she said yes and then sent out an email that said “our friend and professional photograper, Joey Chandler will be taking photos at the party”. It’s definitely been quite a year.

Seeing Caroline’s friends and realizing that I have photos of almost everyone there was a treat. These families are now very much part of my life (I see their photos on my screen saver at least a few times a week) and its nice to know that a few of the photos I took are now part of their lives.

So thank you Caroline and Kvaal family. Not only for being great in your own right but for also taking a chance on me.

Happy Birthday Caroline. Thanks for inviting us – we had a great time.

Here are a few shots I took today – gotta love cupcakes and chocolate frosting:

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Filed Under: Friends Tagged With: Birthday Party, san francisco, San Francisco Child Photographer, San Francisco Family Photographer

And he’s off!!!! Family portraits with Charlie, Cara and Scott

March 9, 2010 By Joey 9 Comments

When Cara told me that Charlie loved to run from the Ferry Building to the Ball Park, I thought she was exaggerating a bit like all parents do (myself included). All children run and play right? Boy was I wrong.

Charlie runs and I mean he runs everywhere. In the Ferry Building, down the piers, along the Embarcadaro, and up and over cement blocks – he ran and ran and ran. Literally he was a streak of arms, legs and a great big smile.

It was awesome to see and his energy made for a great family portrait session. I definitely have to give props to Cara and Scott – they have such a great attitude and just kept up with him where every he went. And they definitely know how to be flexible. When we lost the sun at the Ferry Building, they suggested going up to their home in Potrero Hill which turned out fabulous. If you don’t know, Potrero Hill has amazing views of San Francisco and great afternoon light.

Of course, that gave us more time to photograph Charlie running.

Thanks Cara and Scott and good luck keeping up with Charlie. If I were you, I might consider stock in a running shoe company. I think you might need a few pairs in the years to come.

A few sample photos below and the full gallery here.

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A little video from after the shoot. We had to get close because the wind picked up.

Blog link: http://jchandlerphotography.com/1186

Filed Under: Children/Families Tagged With: Ferry Building, Potrero Hill, san francisco, San Francisco Children Portraits, San Francisco Family Portraits, San Francisco Photographer, San Francisco Portrait Photographer

Father’s Day 2009

June 21, 2009 By Joey Leave a Comment

Today could not have been better – gorgeous weather, playing at Julius Kahn in the morning, and picnicking at Baker Beach in the evening. Had a great time with Lucius and Sue all day long. Also nice to get a few Dad Day shout outs from the moms at the playground. Yes being a mom is harder but it’s nice to hear a little acknowledgment from time to time.

And too top it all off, my d700 test continued. Very, Very nice piece of machinery. Definitely heavy and large, but the ability to capture amazing candid shots makes up for lugging the thing around. Sue even let out a couple “oooo – that is nice’s” when looking at the shots she took of me.

I took a few shots of children at the playground (with parent’s permission of course). Turns out Sue and Mary (mother of the Danny - little boy with a black and white below) knew each other from Day One. The world definitely gets smaller once you enter the SF Baby Club.

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