Bride and groom dressed in traditional red attire holding a red candle during their Bay Area tea ceremony.
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Young boy serving tea to his smiling grandfather during a traditional Chinese tea ceremony in the Bay Area.

TEA CEREMONY BAY AREA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

heck yeah, i am
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A time to blend cultural wedding traditions with a modern twist

Tea ceremonies are a meaningful way to honor your cultural roots and begin your wedding day with deep intention. Whether you’re planning a Chinese or Vietnamese tea ceremony in the Bay Area, or blending it with a Western wedding, this moment deserves to be photographed with care and respect.

The beauty of incorporating this wedding custom is getting to celebrate across cultures—double the love, double the laughter, double the incredible food, and double the memories!

SAYING THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO have supported your journey

Bay Area Tea Ceremony Photographer

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Family gathered around a restaurant table toasting with wine after a wedding tea ceremony.

So many heartfelt moments happen during the tea ceremony. They’re an opportunity to express gratitude to the loved ones who have supported your journey as a couple. Incorporating a tea ceremony alongside your Western ceremony and reception is a beautiful way to share your cultural traditions with your guests. What truly matters is that you feel connected to your roots, proud of where you come from, and surrounded by the people who mean the most to you.

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CURRENT TEA CEREMONY

PHOTO OFFERINGS

INITIAL CONSULTATION
to get a feel of your vision

2 - 10 HOURS OF COVERAGE
so that every moment is captured


HIGH RESOLUTION PHOTOS

ONLINE GALLERY
to easily share with loved ones

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
like albums, prints, or an engagement session

PROPOSAL SUPPORT

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BAY AREA TEA CEREMONIES

INVESTMENT STARTS AT

$2100

Custom quotes are available for tailored needs.

From the first time we meet to when you get your tea cermeony photos,

I want you to feel heard every step of the way

I know how special this day is for you, so I aim to capture every moment with honesty, respect, and a bit of humor. The blessings from your grandparents, serving tea to your parents, the laughter and jokes during the door games, they’ll all be documented in a candid matter.

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1/ Consultation

We’ll begin with a chat to get a clear idea of what you’re looking for

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2/ Sealing the Deal

Let’s make it official by signing a contract and fulfilling the invoice

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3/ Planning

We'll work together to create a timeline and any special requests.

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4/ It’s Here

Relax, show up and get ready to propose! I’ll be there for every moment.

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5/ Sneak Peeks

Within 24 hours, you’ll receive sneak peeks from your proposal so that you can instantly relive those moments.

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6/ Reveal Celebration

We’ll get together virtually or in-person to experience your proposal gallery together.

WISHING YOU HAPPINESS

AND GOOD FORTUNE

Serving tea to your parents
Receiving blessings and wisdom
Red envelopes and gifts
Thrilling door games
Happy tears while serving tea
Showing off your cultural wedding outfit
Champagne toasts at the banquet

All of these moments and more…

HELL YEAH, GIRL!

FAQ

  • Send in your inquiry as soon as you can! It’s never too early to book your favorite vendors.

  • Currently based in the San Francisco Bay Area! I’m open to traveling wherever your story takes you.

  • Fulfill the invoice and sign the contract.

  • I do not, but I can refer you to some wonderful videographers!

  • There are no travel fees if your wedding/elopement takes place in the San Francisco Bay Area. If your wedding takes place internationally or outside of the San Francisco Bay Area, travel fees will be discussed during your consultation.

  • I can point you in the right direction if you’re interested in a tea ceremony setup.

  • Absolutely, yes! We’ll either work together to create a timeline or I can work with your planner or coordinator.

  • It depends on several factors and your priorities. This is something we will discuss during the initial consultation, and I will make recommendations based on what you’re looking for.

Meet Your new wedding hypewoman

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I'm not your typical "Fine Art Photographer". if you're looking for a Bay Area wedding photographer who LOVES playful moments, vibrant colors, and capturing your day in a way that's as unique as you are, then you've found your match.

As a wedding photographer in the Bay Area, I wholeheartedly believe that love knows no boundaries, everyone should be able to embrace their individuality, and that having furry friends make the world a better place. There is room for all forms of love and every type of festivity. Your connections, stories, and even those inside jokes that make you laugh out loud - these are the things that inspire me.

Meet Misterdebs

 5+

YEARS as photogrpaher

30+

weddings photographed

10K

Images edited in lightroom

100+

Happy couples & clients

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Everyone is welcomed here, no matter their race, religion or sexuality. You are at home.

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Everyone is welcomed here, no matter their race, religion or sexuality. You are at home. 🌈

What vy & cal had to say

It was an absolute pleasure working with Debs. She took great care of us - like a friend would.

Groom lifting bride off the ground as they smile in traditional red wedding attire during a tea ceremony.

It was an absolute pleasure working with Debs. She took great care of us - like a friend would - from the pre-shoot briefings to the day itself. Deb knows how to make a photoshoot fun and memorable, without giving up her close attention to details and to our preferences. It was helpful that she was able to provide as much direction and creative input as we needed. It became clear to us, following our NYC engagement shoot with Deb, that we wanted her to be a part of our Sydney wedding. On both occasions, we were thrilled by the photos Deb had produced - priceless moments captured with so much heart. We are so grateful to have found her on our wedding journey.

CLIENT LOVE

It was an absolute pleasure working with Debs.

She took great care of us - like a friend would.

Bay Area wedding photographer Debra with a bride and groom during a tea ceremony celebration.

It was an absolute pleasure working with Debs. She took great care of us - like a friend would - from the pre-shoot briefings to the day itself. Deb knows how to make a photoshoot fun and memorable, without giving up her close attention to details and to our preferences. It was helpful that she was able to provide as much direction and creative input as we needed. It became clear to us, following our NYC engagement shoot with Deb, that we wanted her to be a part of our Sydney wedding. On both occasions, we were thrilled by the photos Deb had produced - priceless moments captured with so much heart. We are so grateful to have found her on our wedding journey.

Let's get this party started!

Click through and Fill out the form below, then I'll get back to you within 24 hours. From there, we'll arrange a time to chat about your vision for your big day. The rest, as they say, will be history!