ROHNERT PARK ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS : AMANDA & NATHAN

2013 Bookings are flowing in - which means Save the Dates are going out...! While Niels did his best to keep up with the excited Brides attending Sunday's Wine Country Bridal Expo, I stepped away for a little E-Session once we were all set up!

Having told me they might be a little 'shy' in front of the lens, I knew to keep it simple. I don't ever want our clients to feel uncomfortable in front of the camera...it's not always a cozy place. I know...I am so NOT a fan of having my own photo taken! "-)

When I mentioned meeting up at SSU, Amanda jumped all over it! Having shot a Wedding there earlier this year, I just love all the different back drops it offers...it also happens to be where they met & fell in love! Perfection! Couldn't ask for a better location, then! 

As we began, they informed me they've never had Professional photos done of themselves at all! What!? Not only are they totally adorable together - Amanda is simply STUNNING! That hair, those eyes - - I am SO excited to see her take her 1st steps down that isle next May - - as Nathan lays his eyes on his beautiful bride. I already know his breath will be taken away!!!

Okay - last ditch effort - I TRIED for a little leaf fight...no go. Maybe - just maybe - they'll be ready to 'wild' things up a bit now that they know what to expect - - working with them was so effortless and they just shoot so PERFECTLY!!! Stay tuned...! xo

SANTA ROSA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER : ARBOR & LAKES SONOMA STATE

One thing people might not realize about the Wedding Industry? Often times, us Vendors have to plan our entire Lives a good 12-18 months in advance! So, when we had to cut our Jackson Hole/Yellowstone trip short last week - at least it was to spend it with some AMAZING people! 

Mary happens to be close friends with the Sister of a friend of one of our 2011 Brides (hello FaceBookers!)...she saw our Photos & got RIGHT in touch! Small World shout out? I also happen to have Graduated with the Grooms' Cousin some-odd decades ago! (shhh...we're not REALLY getting this old, are we?!)

After some chats & e-mails, we were all set to capture their day & I couldn't be more excited!

I met the Ladies at the Double Tree Hotel in Rohnert Park to get dressed - and, I don't think I've ever worked with a group more prepared for me! (Thank You!) All the details were ready & the girls were dressed - waiting to lend a hand & turn all their attention on our beautiful Bride! YaaY!

First up? These positively adorable Vintage boots! LOVE!

These cute little guys?! Courtesy of Matt ~ just in case she got 'cold feet!' Awww...!

Now - here comes my 1st tears of the day...just 20 mins in? 

A sweet way to make sure Mom was with us on this most important day....

Just a few minutes to spare before heading over to the Ceremony, so we'll stop for a few Formals...

Uh - oh! Water Werks! We're getting MARRIED!!! 

You just wont find 3 more attentive & helpful young ladies...a special squeeze to the Bridesmaids...THANK YOU!

Mary spends her life helping people - it's who she is. So, I can only hope I've done MY job & helped them preserve the magic & moments of this day for an eternity! I feel so blessed to have shared this day with you both - along with all the special people in your Lives. May your days together be full of warmth & love - as I'm most SURE they will be! xo

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Venue | Arbor & Lakes

Dress Design | Maggie Sottero

Bridal Shop | House of Fashion

Hair/Make-up | Pazzo di Capello

Engagement Ring | Mark Allen Jewelers

Groom's Attire | Men's Warehouse

Floral Design | Sebastopol Growers

Cake Design | Chris Bertsche

Catering | Sonoma State University

DJ | Infinity Pro Sound