Silvana Difranco

Vendor Spotlight || Soulflower || Floral Designs

silvana — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:34:08 +0000

I have had the pleasure of photographing Soulflowers magnificent creations as well as meet the lovely Emily. Please visit their amazing Blog and site for some inspiration! You will be amazed too! Happy Monday.

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Land’s End Engagement || San Francisco

silvana — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:06:19 +0000

Grace and Joseph….loving, sweet and fun! we walked all over the place trying to find perfect light. despite the chill in the air, the sunshine was the shade of gold. love it! can’t wait to photograph their wedding. happy monday all.

I love the color of her dress!

Drakes Beach || A Favorite Spot

silvana — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 02:34:55 +0000

Though all west Marin beaches are truly magical in the summer, my favorite time to visit is in the winter. The wind is blowing, the fog is in and there is a sense of solitude that is really gratifying. When we want to get out of the cold and have a bite to eat, we visit the Drakes Beach Cafe. Their fish n chips is out of this world! Stay warm…I guess winter is finally here.

Oh…don’t forget to visit their museum too.

Winter || Where are you?

silvana — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:10:58 +0000

This is a memorable week. I’m on a juice detox (only 2nd day) and I’m prepping for The Lab Event! I’m not going to lie. It’s not easy. I’m hungry, tired and a little grouchy! Thankfully, I have tons to do! If you’re on a cleanse or detox program….best to you. I know what you’re going through. Meanwhile, where is winter? It’s been so beautiful. I’m missing the rain and warm fires, coffee and food…!

Instagram || Photo Love

silvana — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 19:38:05 +0000

If it wasn’t enough to have a Blog, Site, Tumblr, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest (phew…….), now I gotta go and sign up for Instagram (silvanadifranco). Totally addicted. Love how fun it is. Follow me and I’ll follow you! Happy Friday!

Oh and yes…you must try the following apps too. Photo Treats, iDarkroom, Lenslight, PicFX. There are a ton more. My two current favorites are Diptic and Vintage Cam.

Fun, fun, fun. Happy photo sharing.

Happy New Year || A Reveiw

silvana — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 01:16:18 +0000

I can’t believe this year is over! There were some ups and downs but overall, it was a year of lessons, a year of struggle, a year of growth! I think that personally, I tried to put myself in situations that are outside my comfort zone and it paid off. I met so many amazing people, photographed really open and loving couples and was able to finally put systems in place. Believe me….that was huge. These are some outtakes of this past year. More images than I’m use to but hey….it’s a year end review! May 2012 bring you lessons, struggle and growth. I don’t think you can have any without the other ~ Happy New Year to you!

I begin with portraits. I had the opportunity to photograph really talented people this year. Musicians, photographers, jewelers, awesome teens and wonderful families. This year I was also lucky enough to be able to attend a really great workshop with Jonathan Canlas. A few of these are from FIND.

Next up. Details and Food. I have to admit, I spent a lot of money on film this year just so I can get better at shooting food. A lot of money……I must really like it.

I promised myself to do 4 styled shoots a year. I was only able to to do three but am really proud of the way they turned out. Many people are to thank for these shoots as they were all collaborations. Again… I got to meet really great folks this year.

Weddings & Love Sessions! I loved all my clients this year. Really really wonderful people. From intimate events to lavish, they were all interesting and fun to capture.

And last but not least…my family. My sweet intimate little family. We survived 4 road trips, first day at school, a new pooch, many haircuts, and lost multiple teeth to the the tooth fairy!

Featured || San Francisco Brides Magazine

silvana — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 15:34:42 +0000

So excited to see these two beauties being celebrated in this month’s San Francisco Brides! Happy Holidays everyone.

You can check out the online version here!

Holiday Cheer || Give Away From Me to You

silvana — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:58:13 +0000

Welcome to the 2nd Annual Fred Flare e-gift card give away! I had so much fun doing it last year that I feel like doing it again. All you have to do is comment on any blog post. I will select the lucky winner on Thursday by midnight. Remember to keep it witty, funny or memorable in some way. Thanks so much for following me and don’t forget to visit Fred Flare! Super fun place! Good Luck!

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silvana — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 18:16:40 +0000

Stop on by their hand selected vendor collective today!

Julia & Thomas || Costanoa || An Engagement

silvana — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:38:23 +0000

Last weekend I had the privilege to shoot this wonderful couple in beautiful Costanoa! Julia and Thomas are incredibly sweet, thoughtful and not to mention…stylish. Golden California light shining….