PETALUMA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER : ST VINCENTS PETALUMA : GEYSER PEAK WINERY

Boy, was I excited for the opportunity to shoot at St. Vincents in Petaluma again! While most of the Weddings we book are outdoors to utilize our stunning Northern California views, if you're going to do a Church Ceremony - - THIS is a Church!

Jessica & Miguel have got to be some of the kindest, gentlest people we've worked with - just being around them brings a 'calm'...

Following the Ceremony, we all cruised 30 mins. North to Geyser Peak Winery in Geyserville. It was a serene, outdoor Venue that was just perfect for all of the Family & Friends to dance the evening away...wether it was to the hip-hop beats of the DJ or the fun, upbeat flow of the Mariachi, all guests were enjoying this special time!

I particularly enjoyed sitting in the grass shooting the 1st Dance as one young man snuggled in close to review my work...what a cutie!

Jessica surprised her new Husband with an adorable rendition of his favorite stoagies ala Grooms Cake & he enjoyed sharing some of the real thing with his boys...as adorable as they all were in their classy suits!

We hope you two have an amazing journey in your new life together - - and Thank You so much for letting us be a small part of that journey! xo

SANTA ROSA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER : SALLY TOMATOES

Opening the door & stepping in to someone's home - their personal space - you always want to be ready for anything...and today was HUGS! Just my style!

Amanda was surrounded by all the loving ladies in her Family & I was happy to be one of them...for the day...

This Family's strength didn't stop there. Amanda & Josh were brought together by their faith - - a place where they grew up & became the people that they are today. That was a place of love & support in all directions. Listening to Josh sing a personal song directly to his wife warmed my heart - - and I found myself imagining my own hubby stumbling emotionally through some sort of Journey rendition of his own...ahem - okay, back to reality!

After taking a few minutes to snap as many pictures as we could - it was time to head to the Reception & get the Party started!

For a great Venue, be sure to check out Sally Tomatoes in Rohnert Park! Amazing food, friendly staff & plenty of room for everyone!

We hope you two have a lifetime of happiness & continue to hold those strong family bonds so close to your heart! xo

UKIAH WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER : BARRA WINERY

I first met Nichole years ago through a friend of mine - she was wearing a Bunny costume...no, not those cute, little ears & nose sets - - the FULL head-dress "who is in there" costume! Why? It was my friends' Birthday & she needed Flowers - - why else!?

This girl has got the BEST sense of humor. She keeps you laughing non-stop! LOVE her! So, when we were brought on to do her Wedding - I knew we were in for a treat!

Nichole & Brandon selected Barra Winery for their Wedding - which offers plenty of photo opportunities & is certainly a local favorite!

When she arrived, it was a casual/no stress - 'sorry we're late!' - and the day continued on beautifully from there! If the Bride was feeling any jitters, she sure didn't show it - laughter & joy were hers to share.

The story behind this Family's bond runs deep - and very special people in their lives surrounded them as they began their new lives together...it was an honor to be in attendance. Editing their photos brought tears to my eyes 'cause the Bride was just that stunning...

We hope you continue to enjoy all that life has to offer & I'm pretty sure I'm not alone when I say : "Bring on those beautiful Babies!!" xo

UKIAH ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER : GRACE HUDSON

Well, if these two love-birds aren't just cute as can be - I don't know who IS!

Katie & Joe followed my lead and met me at the Grace Hudson grounds to shoot their Engagement Session. They were fun, silly & ready for just about anything. Well - almost anything - being stalked by the Homeless brigade that is so prevalent in this area wasn't the easiest audience to work to, but they pulled it off! THANK YOU!

Congratulations, you adorable couple you - - I'm so looking forward to seeing you in 2011!!