San Francisco Photographers : Alisha & Brook

photo by Parker J Pfister

"Fabulous photographers capturing every moment, Brook and Alisha Todd."
-Oprah Winfrey

Happily married over 10 years, Alisha and Brook share their passion for art in their blend of documentary and fine art photography. They also share a beautiful daughter they adore, Giada Bella. It could be said they left their hearts in San Francisco, as many of the weddings they photograph are in this city by the bay; as well as the vineyards of Napa Valley, and charming Carmel. With a love to travel, their destination weddings have taken them from the warm, sandy beaches of Mexico and Hawaii, to the breathtaking hills of romantic Tuscany, Italy. Alisha and Brook live in the charming seaside town of Aptos, near Santa Cruz.

The 10 Best Wedding Photographers in the World
-American PHOTO Premier List

Alisha and Brook were featured in American PHOTO’s The 10 Best Wedding Photographers in the World. The duo was interviewed by anchor Richard Quesr, on a show special on CNN International in “Quest for the Perfect Photo”. The show included interviews from Anne Geddes, Franz Lanting (National Geographic), Steve McCurry, and Patrick Demarchelier.

The Oprah Show
Representing Eastman Kodak, Alisha and Brook photographed the nationally televised Fantasy Wedding Dreams Come True for the Oprah Show. The extravagant wedding was designed by celebrity event planner, Colin Cowie. Oprah gave this fantasy wedding to Sharon and El, inviting viewers to a "front row seat to one of the most spectacular events you will ever see." As their images appeared at the conclusion of the Show, Oprah acknowledged them, "Fabulous photographers capturing every moment, Brook and Alisha Todd."

Alisha and Brook have photographed celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey, Shania Twain, jazz artists Diana Krall and Chris Botti, Adam Sandler, Rob Schneider, and the wedding of MLB, Pat Burrell of the Phillies.

Elite designers, Sasha Souza, Colin Cowie, Stanlee Gatti, and Laurie Arons, have also worked with Alisha & Brook Photographers.

•	Signature Sasha: Magnificent Weddings by Design by Sasha Souza.
•	Published in six books, including "The Best of Portrait Photography" (first and second editions), and "The Portrait Photographers," "Master Lighting Guide for Wedding Photographers," and "The Best of Wedding Photography" where Bill Hurter describes Alisha and Brook as "fast becoming known for their elite brand of photojournalism" and "strong sense of design."
•	Graced the pages of national magazines... Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, Weddingbells, The Knot, Destination Weddings, and Elegant Bride. One of their images is currently running in a national Kodak ad that appears in a variety of magazines every month.
•	Featured article interviews in Studio Photography & Design, American PHOTO, Kodak's ProPass Magazine, WPPI Monthly, and Rangefinder Magazine

Alisha and Brook’s awards include Grand Award for Photojournalism and First Place for Wedding Photojournalism from WPPI. They have both received the Accolade of Photographic Mastery for their award winning images. Sponsored by Kodak, Alisha and Brook continue to speak at WPPI’s international conventions as platform speakers. As part of the founding members of "The Shortlist," a select group of elite wedding professionals in San Francisco, they are also members of PPA.

A wedding is such a spectacular, momentous occasion. Mere snapshots cannot do a wedding justice, and large format photographs are often too formal. It is our vision to reflect the natural essence of the celebration in our images. The photographer you entrust with preserving those memories plays one of the most important roles in your wedding. It takes a remarkable affinity for people, expressions, and locations to be a superb photographer of weddings. Our combined perspectives will tell a unique story with a distinct sense of artistry. We are inspired to capture the emotional content and beauty of this timeless ritual.
As the years will pass what will remain of your wedding are your photographs... We look forward to the opportunity to be your wedding photographers.