I'm a family and wedding photographer in Pleasanton, California. I serve couples and families of all backgrounds across the SF Bay Area. 

Meet Charlie Dawn

Abby + Brandon City Hall Wedding

Love Stories

Just a Couple of City Kids

City hall weddings are always special, but this one was extra special because Abby and Brandon, city kids through and through, wanted to keep things super simple. During our consultation, they told me they weren’t into PDA, so there would be no kissing photos. But that didn’t mean we couldn’t have fun and capture candid moments. They didn’t stop me from snapping 1 or 2 smooching pics.

The Big Day

The day of the wedding, the sun was shining bright as the couple exchanged vows on the second floor of San Francisco City Hall. The light streaming in through the windows was perfect for capturing the love and joy on their faces.

After the ceremony, we took a stroll through the building, taking advantage of the beautiful architecture and natural light. We ended our session on the Fourth Floor North Gallery for some more light-filled photos. It was the perfect way to cap off a beautiful, intimate City Hall wedding.

Always a Pleasure to Shoot a Couple in Love

These two city kids may not have been into PDA, but their love for each other and for San Francisco shines through in every photo. It was a pleasure to capture their special day and we wish them all the happiness in the world.

2023 City Hall couples, if you’re in need of a wedding photographer, my books are also open for 2023. I c

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Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area
Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area
Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area
Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area
Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area
Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area
Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area
Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area
Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area
Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area
Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area
Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area
Shannon Alyse Photography San Francisco City Hall Wedding Photos Civil Ceremonies Bay Area

Wedding days end, newborns become toddlers, and parents become grandparents. These moments go by so fast. You deserve to live fully in them,  to be present, and then relive them through imagery that tells your story. Photography is more than just a picture, it’s a way to document your history. These are the good old days. Let me help you remember them.

photos that live up to the

memories

I believe every story deserves to be seen, felt & remembered.

Bruce Gilden

"I love the people I photograph. I mean, they're my friends. I've never met most of them or I don't know them at all, yet through my images I live with them."

Words I Live by

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Photographer, dog mom, book hoarder, and Trader Joe’s loyalist. I’m a Pisces, an ENFJ, and an Enneagram 3, which basically means I feel everything, care deeply, and always have a running to-do list (with color coding).

These days, I’m also figuring out life as a new mom — balancing baby snuggles with camera gear and reminding myself to slow down and soak it all in. I’ve built a career out of noticing the details, chasing the light, and turning everyday moments into art.

Wanna know more about the girl behind the photos (and the caffeine habit)?

Then let's connect! 

I'm Shannon.

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