Monday, May 7, 2012

GEYSERVILLE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY : TRIONE WINERY

I first met the Mrs. at one of our Bridal Shows earlier this yr. A beautiful Photographer friend of mine (holla, hottie!!) had INSISTED she use none other. I was positively thrilled - and actually quite nervous! She has worked with some pretty great Photographers over the years & creates phenomenal images herself, so for her to be sending her personal friends our way, I was humbled.

When it came time to sign the Contract & put our ideas together, I was asked to keep everything Private - not to post any images from Sat's Wedding. As extremely difficult as that is for me (especially with her being so totally GORGEOUS in her bridals), the Bride & Groom value their anonymity in our Community.

While this isn't the 1st time we've been asked to keep someone out of the spotlight, I've SO grown to love sharing my Blog Posts...so, luckily, they were willing to allow me to post a few & run with it!! THANK YOU!
 
Joined today by the lovely Dawn Tipton Photography, we began our day in the beautiful, rolling hills of Healdsburg. Having been waiting for this day for what most certainly feels like EVER, the Bride was completely dressed when I arrived - ready to GO marry that man of hers!! Since the girls were doing hair/make-up in nearly every room, I went ahead & just ducked outside with the adorable 'baaaing' sheep to capture some details before we moved into some Formals...

One thing I positively adore is walking into a room of foreign accents. It conjures up fond memories of places we've been - and excitement for Adventures yet to come...this day, we were surrounded with Culture & diversity in all directions - LOVED it!
Next, we were on our way - following the marathon of Bikers all the way to Calistoga...not for Mud Baths or Massages (yet) - but, to get MARRIED!!!!
After a beautiful & touching Ceremony, everyone headed to Trione Winery for an evening of deliciousness & festivities...for those of you unfamiliar with any of the Vendors below - PLEASE be sure to check them out! The food was superb, the DJs were PHENOMENAL & all the details came together beautifully! 
To my amazing Clients : I hope you both enjoy every moment of making that adorable little nest full of chicks we discussed...'just like last night!' xo
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Ceremony Venue | Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Reception Venue | Trione Vineyards & Winery
Coordinator | L'Reyela Events
Floral Design | Dragonfly Floral
Dress Design | Sottero & Midgley
Bridal Shop | Wine Country Bride
Engagement Ring | Mara Shepard
Videography | Deja Vu Videography
Transportation | California Wine Tours
Brides Hair/Makeup | Moon Essence
Bridal Party Hair/Makeup | Rachel Brant

Friday, March 9, 2012

SONOMA STYLE WEDDING SHOOT : JACUZZI FAMILY VINEYARDS

You may recall, a few weeks back, I headed to Sonoma for a Style Shoot at sister wineries Cline & Jacuzzi. (Wanna see the 1st installment? Our elegant, indoor ensemble at Cline Cellars can be found HERE!)

Following our indoor shoot, we headed right across Arnold Drive to Jacuzzi Family Winery - overlooking the flatlands & vineyards as far as the eye can see, I found this statuesque gentleman. He's bold & confidant...and kept me company for just a moment while our 2nd location was set up by the ever-talented Lisa Brown!
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As I approached, my eyes landed on the most stunning delight! While I've been waiting & waiting for an 'Alice in Wonderland' Themed Wedding to land in my lap, I'll just have to relish these images in the meantime - it's the closest we've come! LOVE IT!
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CHEERS to a beautiful opportunity - and many more to come! xo
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Event Coordinator | Alex ~ Quintana Events
Floral Design | FloraLisa

Sunday, February 26, 2012

BRIAN : UKIAH HIGH SENIOR PORTRAITS : HOPLAND

It's been a VERY long time since I've taken my own Senior Portraits...2012 marks 20 yrs to be exact! I recall heading to an indoor Studio in a ladies' home out in the Albion area somewhere...not sure, exactly, what to expect.

I'd actually NEVER taken professional photos of me - outside of those silly School ones in the gym!

With a couple horrific outfits in tow...a positively scary hair-style done up...the rest is now documented for all eternity! I'm sure some of you out there still have that photo-copied Wallet picture floating around somewhere...as I just couldn't afford to order many from the Photographer herself...wow...times have changed!

Now? We have FUN! Well, maybe I'm the one having all the fun - - but, it's GREAT!!

An extra special THANK YOU to Brian & his mom, Debbie, for sharing the day with me! We 1st met back in June of 2011 when Niels & I shot his big-sisters GORGEOUS Wedding at Brutocao Cellars! So, for me, it's really fun to get to see each other again & feel like part of the Family! Baby Brian's all grown up! xo
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Sorry it was sooo cold out...77' on Fri...58' on Sat!? Who knew? But, THANK YOU for being such a Trooper!
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Oh! Heck...for those of you just dying to see...here's mine! Go Timberwolves! "-)
 
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