A Note From Vivian
You are not alone.
What hurts the most during these strange times is the fact that we can’t be together. I’ve built my career around capturing celebrations of love and documenting these deep community bonds. My work is all about connection and intimacy—two very human things that feel so hard to come by right now. We are being asked to sacrifice our in-person relationships to give those who care for our communities a fighting chance against this viral threat—something I am happy to do, as heartbreaking as it can be.
A few weekends ago, just as the SF Bay Area shelter-in-place orders went into play, I shot a tiny backyard elopement for a couple who had to postpone their April wedding. They didn’t want to wait any longer to be married and so this little ceremony was their Plan B. It was touching and sweet and filled my heart just when I needed it the most. And it reminded me why I love my job—a job that I can no longer do right now.
It’s taken me some time to process and grieve our new reality and I know that many of you are feeling the same way. I needed a moment to pause before figuring out how I can best serve my community as well as my own business in the face of financial uncertainty. I also recognize that some of you may not have the means or bandwidth for support, and that’s okay. I know we’re all doing the best we can to make sense of this unprecedented time in our lives.
WAYS TO SHOW SUPPORT
SHARE A KIND WORD - Leaving me a review costs nothing and really helps my business. Google Reviews is my favorite but WeddingWire, The Knot, A Practical Wedding, Junebug Weddings & Yelp work too!
PRINTS FOR A CAUSE - I’ve opened a print shop showcasing my landscape photography. 10% of prints sales will be donated to No Kid Hungry & the National Domestic Workers Alliance COVID-19 Emergency Fund. Shop now.
ALBUM DESIGN - I'd love to design a photo album for you! And there's a Spring Special: Buy one digital album design layout, get the other 50% off. One to keep & one to share. Learn more.
Additionally, if you or someone you know is currently trying to plan a wedding, A Practical Wedding has a lot of great resources to help navigate these uncharted waters.
If you have a wedding scheduled with me for 2020 and have questions, please email me. I want to make whatever circumstances that unfold work for you.
WHAT’S NEXT?
Now that I’ve given myself a pause and I’m settling into what life looks like now, I plan to keep sharing my work as a reminder of the good in the world and the beauty that’s waiting for us on the other side. I can’t wait to get back to shooting weddings, families and all celebrations of love.
Take care, stay safe and wash your hands.
