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I'm Clifford Brunk, a wedding photographer based in beautiful San Francisco, California. This is the place to view the photographic highlights of my professional and personal life. This is also the spot where I will share any news regarding Brunk Photography with my past, present, and future clients and friends. Please take a look around, and take a moment to make a comment if something inspires you to do so. I love feedback!

Annika + David | Married!

September 26, 2008 – 12:01 am

Annika and David had a really cool wedding just a couple weeks ago at the De Young Museum here in San Francisco. They were a laid back and fun loving bunch, and De Young is an amazing venue!

We’ll start off with a little getting ready. I thought it was cool that they got ready together, it eschews tradition a bit, but felt really intimate.

On to the Museum! Dad walking Annika down the aisle:

David waiting happily at the other end:

Their ceremony was officiated by a close friend of theirs which I always love, but this time was especially cool because this guy has the coolest voice on the planet. He should be doing movie trailers:

There’s not too many buildings that get more dramatic than this:

Can you guess what David’s last name is? I had this shot in my head ever since I first sat down with them months ago:

I’m sure I totally messed up this picture, but I couldn’t resist!

My name is _________ and I like to party:

That poor cupcake. It never had a chance.

Thanks for sharing this awesome day with us! Congrats you two!

Cliff

By Cliff | Posted in Weddings | Tagged , , | 8 comments        
  1. Brandi   -  

    Gorgeous! The bride’s veil is really unique.

  2. oncle Trinus   -  

    C’est “merveilleux”.

  3. Coby   -  

    What a lovely couple, congratuations!!
    The father of the bride is also adorable but I miss pics. of yje mother of the bride…
    A hug and 3 kisses, Coby

  4. Annika   -  

    These photos are amazing!  Dave and I couldn’t be happier, and can’t wait to see the rest of them!  The photos are just stunning!  Thank you so much for making this day a great memory to last a lifetime.-Annika 

  5. Netty- mother of the bride   -  

    The pictures are taken in a very artistic way!  Thank you for such nice memories.  I am looking forward to seeing more.Also, thank you Brandi for your comment about the veil.  

  6. Bruce Lindner   -  

    Oh, wow… these are awesome! But the one that steals the blue ribbon as far as I’m concerned is the kiss… with the V-shaped walls framing you both. You were simply gorgeous that night! (So was I for that matter, but did I get any attention? Noooooooo…)Much love to you both,Yer’ weird Uncle Bruce 

  7. Grandma & Grandpa   -  

    Golly whiz! We thought Mark and Netty’s wedding was the loveliest we’d ever seen- until yours came along! David, you were really handsome in that outfit, and Annika darling, well, words fail us! You were absolutely, smashingly, gorgeous. Keep the photos coming. All our love and best wishes to both of you for the future.

  8. michelle   -  

    WOW! The “Young” shot. priceless. love it.

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Maureen + Joe | Married!

September 24, 2008 – 1:03 pm

Maureen and Joe got married a few weeks back at Fuschia Dell in Golden Gate Park. We started the day at the Palace Hotel for Maureen’s preparation:

We did some portraits in the area of the Conservatory of Flowers at the park, and worked our way over to the Fuschia Dell for their ceremony. It was one of the nicest days of the year here in SF, so it was a challenge to not have other people in the background!

They had a really personal and touching ceremony, with Maureen’s brother doing the officiating, and their bridal party doing some inspiring readings.

This was a really unique cake, and it smelled just as good as it looks! It was hard to not be distracted while shooting it. :) Something about the white chocolate and the strawberries.

The reception was at Limn, a really cool modern space in SOMA here in SF.

Admiring the bling:

This kid was rocking this move on the dance floor, and the DJ decided to join in:

First Dance:

Party Time!

We had a blast working with you, thanks for havings us! Congrats!

Cliff

By Cliff | Posted in Weddings | Tagged , , , , | 2 comments        
  1. Lauren Snell   -  

    WOW! These are really amazing Nicely done, photographer.Maureen and Joe, it was even more beautiful in person. Thanks again for a great weekend.Lauren

  2. Molly McNearney   -  

    Maureen-you are stunning. Love the photos. That really was a GREAT weekend. Love, Molly

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Monica + Parke | Married!

September 18, 2008 – 11:58 pm

Monica and Parke flew in from Vegas to have their wedding here at the Wente Vineyards in Livermore. It was a beautiful day, and we always love a good vineyard!

Parke!

Monica!

Some great moments during the ceremony:

Some awesome portraits! This group shot is one of my favorite group shots ever!

They had a Mariachi band during the cocktail hour, they were particularly fun to photograph:

First dance:

Yikes. Watch those pins!

Thanks for sharing your day with us! Congrats!

Cliff

By Cliff | Posted in Weddings | Tagged , , | 12 comments        
  1. The Bride   -  

    Cliff…Your work is insane!  I couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer!  My husband and I were looking at these this morning on my iPhone (tiny little pictures), and still managed to get teared up.  Thank you for doing such an excellent job!  We can’t wait to see the rest of them.-Monica 

  2. Calvin   -  

    That first picture with the grapes looks very yummy.  I love that group shot with the four windows.

  3. Karlee   -  

    Parke and Monica look like they belong in a magazine! Perfectly beautiful!

  4. Nicole   -  

    Absoutely beautiful and perfect. You did a wonderful job!!!

  5. Camille Flemate   -  

    Love the pictures! It’s like reliving the moment all over again! Well done!

  6. Miguel   -  

    The group picture looks so cool. The picture with the sun setting has so many beautiful colors it in. I can’t wait to see what the rest of the pictures look like. 

  7. Jennifer Skog   -  

    Oooh!  I love the group shot too!  I haven’t had a chance to shoot an outdoor reception at Wente before, I love it!

  8. Olga Vidriales   -  

    OMG! You are truly a “professional”! Makes me want to throw all my pictures out ;)This is what happens when you combine a great photographer, beautiful couple and a fabulous event!

  9. dave   -  

    Incredible as always Cliff! I gave you some love on my blog. Hey, I never told you this… but my cousin lives in Big Sur. Do I smell a trip in 2009? Perhaps….

    ~dave

  10. Natasha   -  

    Love the bridal party shot! Just WOW!

  11. Cliff   -  

    Thanks so much you guys!!! All your comments mean alot to me!

  12. michelle   -  

    great.great.great bridal shot!

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Kim + Dave | Married!

September 4, 2008 – 8:59 pm

We recently shot Kim and Dave’s wedding in San Ramon. It was a really light, fun atmosphere all day long. Kim and Dave were super laid back all day long, and just enjoyed their day as it unfolded. The evening ended up being a huge party with tons of action on the dance floor! On to the pics!

This is how the guys spend “Getting Ready” time. :)

Kim!

Dave!

The portraits!

I especially dig these next two:

If I were to caption this (which I am), it would say “I promised myself I wouldn’t cry!” :)

My major vice is a huge sweet tooth. Sour Patch Kids are one of my very favorite guilty pleasures. I tried to resist, but I’m coming clean right here. I ate some SPK’s. :)

These next two pictures cracked me up. I noticed Kim in this picture where her hands are raised up in the air while having fun on the dance floor….

Then just a few images later her Mom rockin’ the exact same move. The apple didn’t fall far. :)

Sparkler exit with a little too much enthusiasm! Everyone had one sparkler exept for the guy responsible for the fireball on the left, he had ALL of the leftover sparklers, and lit them at once! You can see one guest ducking for cover. I could feel the heat on my left as he lit it and did my best to get the shot AND not catch on fire while walking backwards. Good Times. :)

Thanks for a fun day! Congrats Kim and Dave!

Cliff

By Cliff | Posted in Weddings | 4 comments        
  1. jonathan canlas   -  

    man, those first 2 shots are freaking out of this world. cliff, you never cease to amaze me.

  2. Natasha   -  

    Love all the detail shots! Oh, and the guys getting ready :) Just awesome!

  3. Cliff   -  

    Thanks Canlas! It always means alot coming from you!

    Thanks Natasha!

  4. chelo   -  

    Very very nice!! She is so beautiful- they will love these!

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April + Tom | Engaged!

September 2, 2008 – 12:54 pm

I had the pleasure of shooting an Engagement Session for April and Tom recently, and getting to know them a bit better before their big day that’s right around the corner. We had a great time, and it was a beautiful day in this park that is so special to them, and is a place they love to spend time.

Love that light!

This spot is very close to where Tom proposed to April:

I was crazy for this little spot just off of a little stream running through the park. I was so happy when they were game to do a little climbing to get there. I think it was totally worth it.

Tom lives nearby the park, so we brought out his kids for a little photo fun at the end of the session. I don’t shoot kids too often, but I had a really great time with them, they were so fun and energetic! I have to say they loved having the camera around too, they were not camera shy! :)

Thanks for a great session you guys! I look forward to your wedding in Oct!

Cliff

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