From the first time we connected, I knew this couple would be wonderful clients to work with. Their love story is heartfelt and genuine, blending together two families with 6 kids total and a large community supporting them. I was honored to capture their special weekend, starting with a beautiful welcome gathering at their home in Berkeley and culminating with a heartfelt and fun wedding at Pizzaiolo in Oakland!

A Fun & Heartfelt Berkeley Wedding Weekend With a Pizzaiolo Ceremony & Reception

The weekend started with a welcome gathering at their beautiful home in Berkeley, which culminated with a seder and thoughtful slideshow telling their story. The wedding day festivities were held at Pizzaiolo in Oakland, an award-winning restaurant. It offers a beautiful ambiance and a sun-filled back patio, where the ceremony took place. The couple and their immediate family partook in a ketubah signing before the ceremony. The ceremony itself was officiated by the bride and groom’s fathers.

After the ceremony, guests enjoyed cocktail hour while I was able to capture group photos of the wedding party and family. Next, everyone moved inside for a delicious family-style dinner and incredibly heartfelt toasts. After dinner, they enjoyed a fun dance party featuring a saxophone performance by the bride’s brother and the hora. Overall, it was a spectacular wedding and I was grateful to be able to document all of the love and celebration.

Planning Your Own Berkeley Wedding or Bay Area Wedding?

If you’re planning your very own Berkeley wedding or wedding elsewhere in the beautiful Bay Area, I would love to connect with you. You can learn more about me here and check out my wedding portfolio. If you think we’d be a great match and you love my work, inquire with me. In the meantime, you can check out more wedding days on the blog!

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