Despite rain on the horizon Brook and Steve shared a lovely intimate ceremony and then we ventured out throughout Yountville to enjoy the beauty of the Napa Valley. By the time we finished the sun was shinning!      

Special thanks to Bardessono and Centerpiece Florals.

A gorgeous sunny Valentine’s day at Kohl Mansion led to a beautiful wedding for Kendra and David.     

A huge thank you to all of vendors that made this day so special for Kendra & David!

Venue: Kohl Mansion

Caterer: Toast Catering

Cake: Studio Cake | Bethann Goldberg

Music: Big Fun DJ

Florals: Pacifico Florals

Hair & Makeup: Darlene Carr | Neja Cosmetics

Harpist: Anna Maria

143 Photobooth

Travelin’ Joe Espresso

putting down roots. giving time and space to grow
( All images Contax 645 | Fuji 400H Pro | Richard Photo Lab)

As this season winds to a close I celebrated by fifth year photographing weddings. It has been an incredible five years full of discovery, excitement, hard work and bliss! I know that I am doing the right thing when I still wake up excited to go to work and leave a shoot with more energy than I started with. Simply put, photography excites me! I celebrated my 5th year anniversary by giving something back to myself- a photography workshop… A Jose Villa Mexico Workshop! But it was much more than simply photography- I walked away re-inspired and motivated to push my art to the next level. I am taking a step back to strengthen my roots by shooting all film( Yes..actual FILM!)  and giving myself space to reach and grow.

I am incredibly grateful for all of the speakers and sponsors who gave so generously of time, talent and experience:

Workshop: Jose Villa Workshop: http://josevillaworkshops.com/
Design and Styling: Lisa Vorce – http://www.ohhowcharming.com/
Design, Styling, Floral and Cake: Mindy Rice – http://mindyrice.com/
Cinematographer: Joel Serrato – http://joelserratofilms.com/
Painter and Inspirational Speaker: Karina Puente – http://kpuente.bigfolioblog.com/
Hair and Make up: Mar of Team Hair and Makeup – http://www.teamhairandmakeupservice.com/
Models: Citro Modelos and Amy and Erich Mcvey – http://www.citromodelos.com/
Gown: Claire Pettibone – http://www.clairepettibone.com/
Styling: Mitra Hosseini  – http://www.mitrastylist.com/
Workshop Assistants: Lacie Hansen and Nancy Villa
Location: Hacienda El Carmen – http://www.haciendaelcarmen.com.mx/
Table Linens: La Tavola Linens – http://linens.latavolalinen.com/
Tabletop Glassware, Plates and Utensils: Casa de Perrin – http://casadeperrin.com/
Paper: Wiley Valentine Paper: http://wileyvalentine.com/
Invite: Papel Paper and Press: http://www.papelpress.com/
Calligraphy: Purabelle Calligraphy: http://plurabellecalligraphy.com/
Calligraphy for welcome cards: Chelsea Petaja and Julie Song Ink : http://www.ohmydeerhandmades.com/ and http://www.juliesongink.com/

Guest Speakers:
Lisa Vorce
Joel Serrato
Abby Larson
Mar of Team
Karina Puente
Brian and Angela of Richard Photo Lab
Shira Savada

Sponsors:
Richard Photo Lab
Cypress Albums
Michael Chinn Albums and Boxes
Velet Raptor
Fuji Film
Ryan Malmberg of Finch Designs
Style Me Pretty

Ceremony and Reception Site: Chateau St Jean

Wedding Planner: A Dream Wedding by Robbin Montero

Seamstress: Sew Heidi

Floral Designer: Fleurs de France

Ceremony Musicians: Eloquence Strings

Rentals: Classic Party Rentals

Officiant: Rev. Peadar Dalton

Lighting: Twilight Designs

Catering: Park Avenue Catering

Bakery: Perfect Endings

Band: Anything She Wants

Photography: Briana Marie Photography

Videography: Weddings on Film, Justin Ferar and Georgina Szabo

Guest Transportation: Pure Luxury Transportation

Hair and Makeup: It’s a Date- Deanna

Wedding Gown: Monique Lhuillier

Jewelry: Maria Elana

Brides Shoes: Badgley Mischka

Rings: Graff

Grooms Tuxedo: Paul Stewart

Bridesmaid gowns: Alfred Sung

Linens: La Tavola

Invitations: William Arthur

Escort Cards: Timeless Paper

Transportation: Classic Convertible Wine Tours

Bride and Groom Accommodations: The Kenwood Inn

Guest Accommodations: The Lodge at Sonoma