Cole & Wilson Born!

Amber & Matt’s wonderful twin boys were born and we had the delight of dropping by for a quick photo session to capture the boys hanging out.

Cutest Dog Competition

Monterey Beach Wedding

We had the opportunity to photography a perfect beach wedding in the Monterey area at the Asilomar State Beach, a narrow one-mile strip of sandy beach and rocky coves. The typical summer fog burned off and the high winds ceased in perfect queue, as Amanda and Michael shared vows on the powdery sand with waves gently crashing behind them.

Place cards were uniquely displayed for guests on bicycle wheel spokes.

Summer is Here!

The drastic 90 degree East Bay heat calls for measures beyond my first-time-parent desires for an inflatable pool with deluxe sprinkler system, but… it certainly does do the trick =)

San Francisco Belly Shots

Located in a quaint second-floor North Beach, San Francisco apartment grows a bump of art. Two souls connected – noggin-to-noggin – twin babies that are about to embark on an exciting urban journey outside the womb… Coming this summer!

Canon 5D Mark II Review- 1080p HD Video

The 5D Mark II will need to be surgically removed from my hands after shooting video of my son. This is one of the first clips I took and is hosted at SmugMug, and available at 1080HD. You take this 170MB clip and after uploading it, comes down smoothly – amazing!

Using the video mode is nothing like using a consumer camcorder. You’ll need to setup and plan your shots to keep things in focus, when and where you want them. Because the focusing is such a challenge, there’s a 2-stage digital zoom so you can spot focus. Focus points are movable, and autofocus is available, but will be less desirable for professional use. The built-in microphone still records the sound of focus stuttering and the chopping focusing as well as the Image Stabilization echoed through the barrel.

The rest of the still camera features are solid – a few new LCD display features that I’ll probably never use. It does seem, however, slower in shutter response than the 40D – but I haven’t truly measured the difference. Overall, it’s a slower camera, shutter speed-wise, but the 21 MP sensor probably has something to do with it

Insure Your Heart

As a photographer, we see all the nervousness behind the scenes – the last minute jitters, the delirious flights of doubt that induce brief cases of Turrets syndrome, rashes, hives, and hi-test alcohol consumption. What’s so interesting is that if a cold-footed honoree leaves a fiancee standing at the alter – there is relief! Well, nothing that will mend a heart, but something that may keep the salt out of the wound. Wedding insurance is available through and endorsed by the National Alliance of Special Event Planners, Inc. is administered by R.V. Nuccio & Associates Insurance Brokers, Inc. and is insured by the Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company. One of our nations oldest and most respected insurance companies.

WHAT DOES WEDDING INSURANCE OFFER?

* The only policy which covers “Change of Heart” (can you believe that???)
* Covers weddings and other private events.
* Offers the best coverage in the USA.
* Has the best options available compared to any other major wedding insurance product
* Excellent financial security backed by the Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company.
* Offers up to $2,000,000/$2,000,000 Coverage.

WHY OUR WEDDING INSURANCE IS UNIQUE:
This wedding insurance policy represents a unique and exclusive packaged insurance product specifically designed to protect the financial investment of your rehearsal, rehearsal dinner, wedding and reception. When the individual providing the funding for this very special event begins to add up the total cost, they will find that it reaches a tidy sum, all of which is at risk should something unexpected happen. Most of the eleven coverages are available on an optional basis and can be tailored to meet the financial specifications of your particular wedding. The one time premium starts at $170 and coverage can begin up to 2 years prior to the wedding date.

The optional coverage available under this very special insurance product include:

* Cancellation or Postponement (including Change of Heart Coverage)
* Additional Expense
* Photographs and Video
* Gifts
* Rented Property
* Special Attire
* Jewelry
* Loss of Deposits
* Professional Counseling
* Personal Liability and Medical Payments (includes host liquor liability)

PROTECTING COUPLES FROM COLD FEET
Fireman’s Fund Insurance is the first to Offer “Change of Heart” Coverage with Wedding and Special Event Insurance available exclusively through RV Nuccio & Associates, Inc. Our new, enhanced policy protects couples from “Cold Feet”.

Boy vs Wild

Real Exposure Photography Launches New Website

New inspiration from our clients spawn a new Website. We thank all of our lovely brides and grooms for making this site so special.

Christmas in Sonoma

Christmas Re-Inspired: Finding the perfect tree in Sonoma led us off the beaten path of our typical used car lot-style dealings to the fresh airy hills of Moon Mountain Christmas Tree Farm in Sonoma, CA. part winery / part tree farm – super cool place.

Little Sebastian

Pet Joy

Our little furry friends hanging out in Crissy Fields.

Green Dog Designs Photo Shoot

Kim and Brannon’s Wedding

In the beautiful setting of San Francisco, CA, Kim and Brannon’s wedding was a wonderful event, which allowed for fantastic pictures captured by John and Karen.

Hong Kong

While we were in Tokyo for a wedding, we spent a few days in Hong Kong catching up with my relatives, shopping, and eating some really great food.

To see the rest of the gallery, visit the Real Exposure Gallery.

Tokyo Wedding

Karen and I had the pleasure of flying to Tokyo, Japan for Dan and Ayako’s wedding. We captured some really great shots around town.

To see more photos from the trip, visit the Real Exposure Gallery.

John Shum’s Photo Exhibit at Golden Gate Perk Cafe

I am excited to display a gallery of my landscape works in San Francisco, CA at a downtown cafe called Golden Gate Perk. I have a few shots from Paris, Yosemite, and San Francisco. Feel free to say hello to the owner & general manager, Jae at the cafe, and find an excuse to grab an Illy espresso shot and relax at this wonderful cafe featuring Korean specialty dishes, great drinks, and Wifi.

Treasure Island Wedding

Congratulations Dorothy & Brett! A fabulous wedding taking place in the Presidio and Treasure Island in San Francisco.

John Shum Photography Launches PhotoSnob.com

To meet the many requests to see an online portfolio of recent artistic landscapes, I’ve put together a collection of some of my favorite photographs that are for sale and ready to ship. Visit www.photosnob.com to add a view to your livingroom!

-John

Andrea & Tim

Karen and John flew out to capture the wedding vows of old college friends, Andrea and Tim, at a majestic manor in Connecticut. Candlelit rooms, a fireside string quartet, and carriage rides at the reception made for an unforgettable event.