Thai & Thao's Wedding at the Redwood Canyon | Castro Valley, California

by Mark Pereyra

One of my favorite things about a wedding day is how spontaneous it can be.

There are so many things that are happening at the same time, and sometimes there are things that you can’t predict, like the weather. Right before the ceremony, it began to sprinkle, and the guests had to stand. And while this might seem like an inconvenience at first, it actually made the ceremony more intimate.

I had the pleasure of getting to know Thai and Thao the past year. I took their engagement photos and did a photoshoot with them and their dogs, so it was such a treat that I got to be a part of their big day. Thao would describe Thai as kind and loyal, and Thai would describe Thao as someone who is funny, loving, and caring. It’s these traits that have kept their bond so strong the past 7 years.

Congratulations again, Thai and Thao! I’m super honored to have documented one of the biggest days of your guys’ lives.