Misti Layne's Blog

My First Wedding Photography Assignment ~ San Francisco Wedding Photography ~

Misti Layne — Wed, 01 May 2013 17:03:51 +0000

Misti Layne “working” her first wedding!

I remember this day so vividly it’s amazing. It was not a good day!!! For some odd reason I was not happy about this wedding and being in this wedding. I remember my mom trying to get us both ready and I just wasn’t happy. She called her DJ friend who was on duty and had him play my favorite song–Seasons in the Sun–which he did. Yes, I know now it is quite a morbid tune BUT as a kid and you can sing “seasons in the sun” it is quite fun! So anyway on to the story. I don’t recall the ceremony but do remember the reception and just being a little pissy UNTIL I was given this camera. I remember the moment vividly and fortunately someone was there to take a photograph of me. Now of course there is the ahem, cute factor going on here. The point however is I guess I was just meant to be a wedding photographer! The road I took was quite winding and the road less traveled to be sure but I did find my destiny. I love just waking up every day knowing I’m going to photograph something…anything!

So I guess it just goes to show that some things are innate to us but not always obvious. Thankfully, I found the right road eventually. No regrets at all!

Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers ~ San Francisco Music Photographer ~

Misti Layne — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 18:48:50 +0000

I got to see Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers recently at The Red Devil Lounge and they put on a great show. Spot on, great musicians, interacting with the crowd and expressive. I think this is why photographers and musicians make for good friends. They feed each others needs!

Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers at Red Devil Lounge

Wedding Portraits ~ San Francisco Wedding Photography ~

Misti Layne — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 18:20:38 +0000

My favorite wedding portraits are those that are just simple, timeless, natural and show the love and uniqueness of a couple. They can be silly and romantic at the same time! I think Rob and Britney are just that perfect example!

Wedding Photography San Francisco

Jason Brock Entertains at Martuni’s ~ San Francisco Music Photography ~

Misti Layne — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 20:45:18 +0000

I got to hear Jason Brock sing really for the first time at Martuni’s Bar in San Francisco the other night and he blew me away! I did see him sing at the Nitey Awards but he was with Honey Mahogany doing a song and just not the same. Yes, now you know that I don’t watch those types of TV shows but he was funny, entertaining and as I know him, just a really sweet guy.

Jason Brock entertains at Martuni’s

Korean Wedding Fairmont Hotel ~ San Francisco Wedding Photography ~

Misti Layne — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 20:17:56 +0000

Kim and David got married at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco and held the reception at the beautiful Fairmont Hotel just a block away. this was one fun and beautiful day!

Korean and Western Wedding, Fairmont Hotel

Julia Morgan Ballroom Wedding ~ San Francisco Wedding Photographer ~

Misti Layne — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 19:17:55 +0000

What a gorgeous and fun day with Jenny and Chad at Julia Morgan Ballroom!

Julia Morgan Ballroom Wedding

Jewish Wedding at Gundlach Bundschu ~ Napa Wedding Photographer ~

Misti Layne — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 19:04:10 +0000

A beautiful and intimate Jewish Wedding held at Gundlach Bundschu Winery. This beautiful ceremony held at sunset and kosher from start to finish with kosher sushi!

Gundlach Bundschu Jewish Wedding

The Nitey Awards ~ San Francisco Event Photography ~ Misti Layne

Misti Layne — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 18:33:49 +0000

The Nitey Awards had laughs, entertainment and fun by all!

The Nitey Awards at Castro Theater, San Francisco

Jamie and James ~ San Francisco Engagement Session ~

Misti Layne — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 18:30:00 +0000

San Francisco Engagement Session

The laughs and love Jamie and James have for each other is just obvious. We had a lot of fun doing this San Francisco engagement session and I think you can tell! It started at the bar for the nervous bride to be and ended jumping puddles in the street. It was a great day!

San Francisco Engagement Session

San Francsico Engagement Session

San Francisco Engagement Session

Sandra + Dinesh, ~ San Francisco Wedding Photography ~ Misti Layne

Misti Layne — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 22:49:54 +0000

If there is a wedding that says San Francisco Wedding Photography this is it. It was just an intimate wedding at City Hall with some portraits at iconic San Francisco landmarks. This couple is truly beautiful inside and outside and it was an absolute honor to be part of the day. Best to you both!

An Intimate San Francisco Wedding

Happy Birthday Ms. Marian Brown!

Misti Layne — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 22:16:28 +0000

Ms. Marian Brown, one of the Vivian and Marian Brown twins who is a true icon to San Francisco, celebrated her birthday at the Sir Francis Drake hotel and her fans came to celebrate this day with her. Sadly, her sister Vivian had died just two weeks before and her departure was truly felt by Marian who’s birthday wish was for Vivian to share the day with her. I’m honored to have been a part and been blessed to know her.

Marian Brown Celebrates her 86th Birthday

Muse at Oakland Arena ~ San Francisco Music Photographer ~ Misti Layne

Misti Layne — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 20:01:42 +0000

Muse Live at Oakland Arena

Muse put on an amazing show at Oakland’s Arena. The opening band, Band of Skulls started the show with simplicity and pure music. Muse came on with lights, cameras and a lot of action!

Muse Live at Oakland Arena

FeatherWitch at Red Devil Lounge ~ San Francisco Music Photographer ~

Misti Layne — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 19:29:59 +0000

FeatherWitch by San Francisco Music Photographer Misti Layne

The Motels, Red Devil Lounge ~ San Francisco Music Photography ~

Misti Layne — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 20:03:25 +0000

The Motels at Red Devil Lounge, San Francisco Photographer Misti Layne

Dramarama at Red Devil Lounge ~ San Francisco Music Photographer ~

Misti Layne — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 19:52:11 +0000

Dramarama at Red Devil Lounge, San Francisco Photographer Misti Layne