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Fun family portrait session with the Do family

6/22/2019

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The best compliment a photographer can get is when customers book multiple sessions over the years.
I had the pleasure of photographing Nghia and Mya wedding in 2006, so when they heard I moved back to the bay area they called me for a family portrait session. 
It was a fun session with their beautiful kids at their beautiful home! 
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My Tesla Model 3 test drive

6/8/2019

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I made the reservation for the model 3 when they announced it 3 years ago. Now production of model 3 is all complete and new cars can be ready as soon as 2 weeks from order, so Tesla kept calling me to come and test drive the car. 
I decided I'll do the test drive and check it out. I know how amazing it is, but driving it and seeing all the amazing technology in person was an unforgetable experience! 
What blow my mind was the climate control options. There is an entire opening in the front of the car, and you can control how the air flows from the touch screen - check that out... 
We then took it to the freeway and tested the self driving mode. It is amazing how the car "see" the road, and all the cars around it. It even changes lanes all by itself. 
Finally, I let the car park itself... and it did an amazing job - so straight, and right in the middle of the parking spot. (wish everyone can park like that) 
What do I think about the car - IT IS A DREAM!!! #lovetesla
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Berenice & Miguel Wedding - Tracy, CA

4/27/2019

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Berenice and Miguel wedding was fun and memorable. The wedding took place at Miguel’s family ranch on a sunny Saturday afternoon. I had so much fun working with this wonderful couple! Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your special day! 
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Purim family portrait

3/8/2019

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This was such a fun idea - Purim family portrait session. I love the results!!! 
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Fall mini sessions #2 - Bay Area

10/21/2018

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The first mini sessions went so well, so I had to schedule another session with few more families! this was a fun day! 
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Fall mini Sessions - Bay area

10/13/2018

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I love photographing families. Capturing the fun, beauty and love of families always makes me happy! Here are few of the images captured during the last Fall mini sessions! Enjoy. 
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BAY AREA FALL MINI SESSIONS 2018

9/24/2018

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Hey friends in the Bay Area did you hear?There are only a few spots left for my FALL MINI SESSIONS!! 
  • Saturday October 13th (Sunnyvale Mini Session - 2 spots left!)
  • Sunday  October 14th (Fremont Mini Session - few spots left!)
This session is perfect for couples, families, maternity, and headshots…Don’t miss out this year! All the information how to book is in the link: http://www.photostm.com/minisessions.html
It’s the perfect time to update that family portrait and get your Christmas cards done early this year!!
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What to Look for in a Good Wedding Photographer?

9/24/2017

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Check out this awesome article from our friends at Stunning photography. 
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There are not many occasions in your life that demand that level of planning as a wedding does. With all the tough decisions to make in such a short amount of time, it’s a wonder how some soon-to-be-weds even have the time to have second thoughts.
One of the most important decisions you’ll have to make is who to hire as your wedding photographer. As a person in charge of preserving the memory of your most wonderful day forever, the pressure is enormous.
Wedding photography is not an easy trade. It demands a lot of careful planning, time and equipment. Worse off, plans tend to change so a wedding photographer has to be flexible. That is why not everyone who calls themselves a photographer dares to try their luck shooting weddings.
In order to be successful, a wedding photographer needs to have a particular set of skills, qualities, and traits specific to this field of photography. In this article, we are going to list what those traits are in order to make it easier for you to determine whether the wedding photographer you’ve had in mind is the right person to capture your wedding on film forever.

Portfolio

​This is probably the most important aspect. If you don’t like a wedding photographer’s portfolio than all their other traits cannot help repair that first impression. Make sure to ask for a complete portfolio, not just a best-of compilation of several wedding photo shoots. Make sure the impressive pictures they have shown you are not a stroke of luck, but experience. A lot of wedding photographers nowadays tend to have a website with a portfolio or a blog documenting different wedding they’ve shot. For example, take a look at this website: http://sandiegoartweddingphotography.com/. The portfolio section includes detailed examples for different types of photography, so you can be sure that when you’re hiring a photographer, you’re not just hiring someone who’s good at shooting close-ups.

​The Business Side of Things

​Often neglected or seen irrelevant by many other photographers, wedding photographers need to have this aspect of their business sorted out. They need to have a good practice of invoicing, management, transparent prices and good communication, otherwise, many wedding planners are not going to want to deal with them. Planning all the other expenses is a tiresome task on its own, but if your wedding photographer can’t deliver an invoice or doesn’t return your calls, it can really make or break the deal. Getting the business side of things in order can be difficult, but it will make doing business much easier for both parties later on.

​Communication Skills

​We did briefly mention communication in the previous entry, but this aspect of the trade is so important we feel it needs to be covered in more detail. Working as a wedding photographer meaning you will have to coordinate large groups of people. It also means that the wedding photographer knows how to listen. There’s nothing more annoying than an in-your-face photographer who doesn’t listen to their client’s input. After all, it is your wedding he is shooting.

​Professional Equipment

​It’s not unheard of for an amateur photographer to take up the title of wedding photographer simply because he has a professional camera and sort of knows how to use it. A real wedding photographer has so much more in their inventory, starting from the spare camera, a set of lenses for every occasion, flashes, light diffusers, tripods and a backpack worth of other gear. A good photographer knows not to take too much equipment and lose mobility, but strikes a balance and is prepared for anything.

​Knowing How to use it

Similarly, with wedding photography simply knowing how to take pictures is not enough. The photographer needs to be a storyteller, needs to have a unique style and edge, something that will make your photos stand out. A good wedding photographer knows how to shoot portraits, landscapes, and even the food to make everything look perfect, just as you will want to remember it. Finally, a wedding photographer will know how to make you look your best in the wedding photos
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Conferences 101 - (My 5 Tips for Photographing Conferences)

8/27/2017

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Photographing conferences are always quite an experience. Planners put a lot of work into getting the best vendors and attracting the best attendees! If you’re looking to find a conference, Eventbrite is a great place to search for events, since many planners register their events on their site.
 
Once you find the conference you’d like to attend, you should keep a few things in mind to make the most out of your experience. Here are four tips that you don’t want to overlook.
 
1. Network, network, network! This may be the most beneficial part of conference attendance. When else will you have the chance to be in a place where everyone shares your same interests and passions? Connecting with other photographers is definitely easy at conventions, and you should take advantage of that. Go out for lunch with other conference attendees, ask questions about their recent works and their future projects. Don’t forget to ask for their business cards and add them on LinkedIn. If you see a strong connection with some of your new conference friends, consider attending future conferences together!
 
2. Bring a snack and a drink. Be prepared for long sessions and workshops. If you’re the kind of person that can’t handle a long speech or a panel, make sure to have some bars or snack with you. Snacks are usually provided by the venue that hosts the conference, but you know if that specific snack that refuels your energy, so make sure to buy some in advance. Also, don’t forget to bring some water with you (especially with all the networking you’ll be doing!).
 
3. Bring a recording device. Some workshops or panels will interest you more than others. Rather than writing notes for the entire time, just bring a recording device with you. You can download an app on your smartphone, or use one recorder like in the good old days. If you’re using your phone, make sure to bring a phone charger with you!
 
4. Talk to speakers. Depending on the size of the convention, it may be harder to get to them than your peers. However, you want to go home after at least having a chat with the most interesting speaker you heard from. If possible, learn in advance what their schedule looks like after the conference. If they plan to spend the night at the convention, try to meet with that person even for a few minutes, or if you see the opportunity, grab a drink at the hotel bars. Face to face talk is the most genuine way to make a connection and learn more about what you love.
 
5. Take awesome photos. Always think of the planner point of view, what they can use when promoting future events. Shoot general images that can be used for promotion material as well as high-quality portrait of each speaker!
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What’s the best conference you’ve ever attended? What advice do you have for attendees?

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Capturing Your Rustic Wedding

5/5/2017

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Rustic Boots
Your wedding day is one of the biggest days of your life! What more could you want than for your big day be perfectly captured through your wedding photos. When it comes to your wedding photographer it is important to remember that these are photos that you will have for the rest of your life, you are going to want high quality photos that really captures the love and romance surrounding your wedding day.
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When planning your wedding you should think about the little details that will help to reflect the feel of your wedding within your photos. Here are some tips for capturing every detail of your wedding day:
 
The Perfect Venue: The biggest part of planning your wedding is finding the perfect venue. Finding the perfect venue for your rustic wedding does not have to be difficult. Many people think all rustic weddings take place in a barn, but there are many other ways to create the feel of a rustic wedding when picking your venue. Something unique that you could choose to do is get married by the water, near a lake or pond, and use the décor you choose for your wedding to bring in a more rustic feel.
 
Décor and Creative Seating: The décor that you choose for your wedding is a very important detail. Choosing your centerpieces, flowers, and table settings for your wedding can be one of the most stressful parts of wedding planning. This is the part of planning where you can really get creative! Using wild flowers in your bouquets and centerpieces is a great way to add color to your wedding while embracing a rustic feel. Get creative with the seating that use during your reception. Instead of selecting traditional chairs, use hay barrels around your reception for a creative twist on seating for your guests. These creative pieces are great pieces to feature in your wedding photos!

The Perfect Pair of Boots: An iconic and unique piece to feature in your rustic wedding is the perfect pair of boots for the bride and groom. To make your photos really stand out, think about everyone in the wedding party wearing a pair of boots. It can help create fun and creative photos for your wedding. If everyone in your party wears a pair of boots it helps to create symmetry in your photos while really showing off that rustic wedding feel. Finding the perfect pair of boots can be fun! King Ranch Saddle Shop has a large selection of romantic boots for women and classic boots for men.
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Tsafrir Melamed is a San Francisco Bay Area Wedding Photographer based in Tracy. Tsafrir loves to travel all over the world making art with his images for his clients. Tsafrir is local, so San Francisco, San Jose, Half Moon Bay, Palo Alto, or Santa Cruz is just around the corner. While Texas, New-York, Canada, Jamaica, or Cancun is a short flight away.

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