Weddings

Vivian and Brady’s Elliston Vineyards wedding was more than a wedding day—it was the celebration they didn’t get to have the first time around. The couple had eloped the previous August while Vivian was busy in nursing school, but they still dreamed of celebrating their marriage surrounded by the family and friends who hadn’t been […]

If you’ve searched “best wedding venues in Northern California” at 11pm with four browser tabs open and a rising sense of decision fatigue, I see you. Northern California has an incredible range of wedding venues—from polished Napa Valley estates and relaxed Sonoma vineyards to the quieter wine country of Livermore and the East Bay. After […]

Before guests arrived, every detail reflected Makenna and Brendan’s vision for a warm, welcoming celebration. From the thoughtfully chosen florals to the rustic architecture of The Old Homestead, every element complemented the venue’s timeless East Bay charm and their relaxed wedding style. Makenna and Brendan’s Old Homestead wedding in Crockett, California was a warm, rustic […]

If you’ve been searching for wedding venues in Dublin, California, and keep coming back to those gorgeous rolling hills overlooking the Tri-Valley, I can see why. Dublin Ranch Golf Course offers something that’s surprisingly hard to find in the East Bay: sweeping hillside views, an outdoor ceremony space, an elegant reception ballroom, and plenty of […]

Wente Vineyards is one of the most iconic wedding venues in Livermore, California — and one of my personal favorites to photograph. Rolling hills, historic vineyard views, and golden-hour light that does half the work for you. Whether you’re planning a classic ceremony on the vineyard lawn or an elegant reception beneath the California sky, […]

If you’ve ever Googled “best wedding venues in Pleasanton” at 11pm with four tabs open and a growing sense of decision fatigue, I see you. Pleasanton has this sweet spot going for it — real wine country charm, without the two-hour drive (and price tag) that comes with Napa. And after years of photographing weddings […]

  When I arrived at Brownstone Gardens that morning, I found Ka’Tina tucked into a sunlit room with all her bridesmaids around her — laughing, half in curlers, coffee in hand, that easy kind of happy that tells you exactly how the rest of the day is going to feel. There was no rush in […]

Napa Valley is home to some of the most beautiful small wedding venues, perfect for couples planning a micro wedding or intimate vineyard celebration. Many couples searching for small Napa Valley wedding venues — especially micro weddings of 20–60 guests — are hoping to create a relaxed, meaningful experience with their closest friends and family. […]

Serendipity Winery Wedding — A Photographer’s Guide to Serendipity Cellars Known to locals as both Serendipity Cellars and Serendipity Winery, this Brentwood vineyard is stunning! If you’re planning a Serendipity Cellars wedding in Brentwood, CA, you’re choosing one of the most romantic vineyard venues in the East Bay. As a Brentwood wedding photographer, I love […]

A Sunol’s Casa Bella Wedding | Jeff & Jessica | Bay Area Wedding Photographer I loved photographing Jeff and Jessica’s wedding at Casa Bella in Sunol, California! If you’re searching for a romantic wedding venue in the Tri-Valley, Casa Bella is a beautiful hidden gem tucked into historic downtown Sunol. The venue blends rustic charm […]