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A few more from Alex and Chita’s wedding day that capture the hindu rituals with the bride/groom walking around the fire and later the couple sharing some quick moments together outdoors.
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“It is like the water of the great ocean, a single drop of which contains water from all the countless streams and rivers, or like the wish-granting jewel, which, though only a single jewel, can shower all kinds of treasures upon the wisher.”
[The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, No.9, Page 69, col 2, paragraph 8, Content]
Just a quick update from Storybox Art for the coming weeks. We will be out for personal reasons and perhaps a bit slow in responding to phone calls and emails. New bookings will be scheduled August onward unless you are a client with a prior booking for an earlier date. Please be patient in case you don’t hear from us soon.
And just in case you are wondering about this fabulous origami crane art, it was made by the very talented Kedar Amladi. He does pretty amazing Origami and is a budding photographer as well amongst other things 🙂
The rain gods decided to roll in on Chita + Alex’s wedding day. Their lovey outdoor wedding had to be moved to an indoor venue at the eleventh hour. Somewhat like a scene from my favorite Mira Nair film, Monsoon Wedding, it came down to to the frantic, last minute chaos of planning the wedding. The young couple’s amazing friends rallied together to help which was a true testament to love and friendship. As the story got ready to unfold, I hung out with a pretty calm bride at her apartment taking photos of her getting ready.
Gorgeous photographs of a lovely bride. I find my self wanting to see more. These photographs are so story telling. I especially love the details of the henna tattoo showing. Wonderful captures of their special day!
what a beautiful story you captured in your photographs! She is a beautiful bride for sure- her jewelry and henna are wonderful! I would love to see more too!
AMAZING.. STUNNIMG… I can’t stop looking at them 🙂
Good gravy, these are stunning. You capture each detail so beautifully, I find myself poring over each image. Fantastic work, and congrats to the newlyweds!
Such incredibly powerful detail photos of all the incredibly important details of a wedding. They are truly lovely. Best wishes to the happy couple!
Gorgeous images! You truly are a gifted and talented photographer! Holy cow, that henna is amazing!
Simply gorgeous!!! Love all the details!
I love the details you captured – and the bride is just gorgeous – great work!
So stunning!
How lucky is she to have you as her wedding photographer? I adore your work. These photos are gorgeous. You have the best eye. I hope you share more soon.
STUNNING!!!!! She is just such a beautiful bride, her smile is infectious. I adore the detailed painting on her hands and feet, so beautiful. I love all of these images. Can’t wait to see more.
These are amazing images…just love you capture every single detail!
Apparently, one cannot be a good ball player without chewing gum. Before the game, during the game, after the game and pretty much anytime. All-the-time. So I have been told by my seven year old. As a mom that wants her kid to excel in his chosen sport I comply on occasion. If I don’t there is no dirth of sources of acquiring it anyway. Here is an after game episode of Hubba Bubba gum exchange I captured on camera. It was like a moth to a flame…
This post is another collaboration with some amazing photographers in the US, Canada and a few other countries around the world. The theme for this month’s post is Framed. To see the next wonderful interpretation of the theme “Framed” please check out Chicago Children’s and Baby Photographer Marmalade Photography. You can also see last month’s interpretation here.
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Loving the light, Alpana. Beautifully framed!
Such beautiful light and the gum is so fun! Love these!
agreed..light was so magical! I bet when these boys are playing ball in high school these photos will reappear!!!
The light is so magical and I love the interactions captured. Sweet story!
Reminds me of the movie “The Sandlot.” What a great boy moment you’ve captured here!!
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These are so beautiful. I love that you still take your camera with you to your “life”. I know I am not so good about that anymore. Kudos.
Wow, what gorgeous light! I love the images that you captured!
Amazing light! Love how it combines with the other natural elements to frame the boys. What a wonderful “eye” to see such magic in an unexpected place!
Oh, the light on these is just magical. Love!
Gorgeous light and sun flare!
What great photographs! The light and how you captured them in it is just a-m-a-z-i-n-g.
these are awesome! They totally cry out “boys of summer” to me!! Fantastic!
I love these….such great memories!
Love the light here, it’s magical!
Such beautiful story-telling, and such gorgeous light!
Such magical light!!! Love the bubble gum!
Oh my I love the little on lookers. So hysterical – gorgeous too!
The lighting is used so well. Nice job.
This sweet little girlie-girl and her family came out from San Francisco to the east bay for their family portrait session. With two busy little explorers under three years, I was happy to get at least a few photos during the short story mini of the family together.
Storybox Art offers Short Story mini-sessions 1-2 times a year. If you are interested in a session please email us through the contact section to be added to the mailing list. You can also find Storybox art on Facebook.
wonderful photos, all of them! i love your style + your website design, too.
These are all beautiful- your black and whites are divine – but that first color shot of the little girl with her big beautiful eyes is to die for….
So beautiful. Wow what great style they have!
You got some wonderful images here. Such a beautiful family. Lovely work!
What a cute family! love the colors, and the b/w is so nice and creamy!
OMG I just love love love this session WOW
Love, love, love! Beautiful family and your work is gorgeous. Love the black and whites.
These ages can be so tough so for you to capture all of these wonderful images in a Mini Session no less, I’m completely impressed. Lovely work.
love your tones on your black and whites! What a beautiful family!! that 1st needs to be HUGE!! love it!!
Beautiful images and a beautiful family! I love them all!
How on Earth do you do it? These are fabulous!!!
What an adorable family! Love these!
oh- her eyes are like glass!! beautiful work!!
What a beautiful family! Love that first one!
Oh my goodness, what beautiful kiddos and gorgeous family! You really captured an amazing variety. Gorgeous!!!
Absolute B&W Perfection! Loving the color as well 🙂
into a funny, smart and adorable little girl has been such a wonderful journey. My first photo session with little Miss J was at three months as a newborn and then various milestones in her first year. In so many ways, I have grown with her while watching her grow. And over the next two years I have also photographed her annually. When we met for J’s three years photos in San Francisco, it was to be a sunny day. It turned out to be quite cold and blistery and our original plans for the shoot changed. She was pretty cold but braved the photo session as a little intrepid explorer. This is a larger than usual share but I just couldn’t help sharing this sweet little person that has become so dear to me.
See Ms J’s previous sessions at 3m, 6m, 10m, 1 yo and 2 yo.
Alpana Aras-King is an authentic story-telling photographer that works with kids and families in the San Francisco bay area and beyond. To schedule a session please use the contact section on the page. To follow Storybox Art on Facebook for sneak photos and more please “like” us by clicking here.
oh, she is a beautiful little girl!! love all of the playfulness and smiles. wonderful session!
I can see why you feel a connection to her. Her spirit just shines through in these images. You can see how curious, joyful and sweet she is. I also noticed the obvious pleasure her mother takes in watching her just be a little girl. Truly inspiring pictures!
I have no idea how Mom is going to choose. So many beautiful photographs!!
Gorgeous session! I’m sure mommy will treasure these- I know I would!
So beautiful and magical! What a wonderful set of images. It’s so hard to pick a favorite- they’re all lovely.
wow!! these are so yummy!!! Love these!!!! I would need them all…
OMG!!!!! I freaken ADORE each and every one of these…wow.
Absolutely amazing session! I just love how you captured them naturally and your lifestyle photography expertise shines in these images.
i <3 these. 🙂
Love this session. They must be so happy with these portraits!
Wow, these are stunning! Your BWs are so rich and deep in emotion. LOVE this session!
Wow! Amazing photos. This is such a wonderful session. I love how genuine they all are. You are so talented.
These are great photos! They really tell a story. BEAUTIFUL WORK!!
Gorgeous photos. You really captured this little girl and her personality. Fun!
Simply stunning images! She’s beautiful and full of personality.
I love the modern, photojournalistic feel to these! They are so beautiful – the images and the subjects!
wow, these are straight-out-of-a-magazine great!
These are so full of life they leave me wanting more. Absolutely wonderful JOB.
Stunning work Alpana! I love the variety and the light. Too many to choose a favorite I especially love the first and the one of her blowing dandelions!
what a lovely sessions!
As always, your work is wonderful! what a beautiful little girl and mama — i adore the connection you captured! Awesome variety too.
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alej keigan - incredible images – love the color, b+w, and the way you’ve put them together to tell a story. wonderful job!
Laurie - How beautiful! These really convey a wonderful feeling and mood.
Julie - Your images of this wedding are just stunning! I LOVE the detail, the light, the tone…everything. I am sure they will treasure these images forever!
Therese Marie - these are all amazing..
Joy Vertz - simply divine! What a fun, stylish wedding
kristin - WOW!!! EVERYTHING about these are beyond amazing. The expressions, the colors- total life just slamming at me. I WANT to get married now!!!
Claire - Good Grief these are GORGEOUS!!!!
Tara McGlinchey - I have been looking forward to seeing these. So beautiful. Great storytelling and personality captured. Fantastic!
Renee Giugliano - Whidbey Island Photographer - STUNNING! So beautiful! LOVE all the details- what a gorgeous wedding!
Anna-Karin - Stunning Alpana!
I have always loved your photographs that showcase different cultures and this Hindu wedding is just simply beautiful!
Lisa Kelly - Oh wow, these images tell such a beautiful story. Lovely.