A Bloom Day in March

There were so many beautiful awakenings in the garden last weekend, I barely had time to snap enough images before sundown.  But perfect timing as the light was perfect!  I hope these images inspire you as they did me.  Enjoy!

“The earth has music for those who listen.” 
― George Santayana

February Bloom Day

The Violas! These little gems smell divine and are the beauty of the garden in February.  I have them planted under a huge and beautiful California Black Oak and every year this once little mound almost doubles in size!

Hellebore

Cyclmen, my workhorses for the winter garden

More Hellebore -LOVE, Love this one

Earlicheer or Double Cream Narcissus.  We've got a ton of these right now and I want to throw myself into them :)

Vanessa & Ryan get married at Castle House

I have been so excited to share just a few gorgeous images from this very beautiful wedding in September at Castle House.  Ryan and Vanessa are such a fun, cute, and SUPER organized couple (you know what I'm talking about RYAN!).  I loved their taste.  Fun, elegant with a little touch of eclectic.  Just the right mix!
I am particularly fond of their wedding decor put into place throughout the place.  The centerpieces consisted of silver trays--antique of course, along with composites of vintage bottles--the real deal.  The color palate they chose speaks volumes about themselves.  Refined, soft yet complex.  The flowers were simply stunning (if I  may say so myself!).  And on top of that, Vanessa's mother contributed greatly with all her hand-made touches.  From the whimsical cake topper to the favor bags and table runners, this mother of the bride was busy, busy crafting for a long time and it sure paid off!  Can you say one-of-a-kind???  Oh the beauty!
Enjoy! Thank you for these extraordinary images Nima Salimi !!!

RYAN-O

Excited?

This is one of my favorite shots

There is always a clown and what a clown he was!!! Super fun -

Cafe Lights!  What took us so long to do this??

Such a fun bunch :)

Now let's get out of here and on to BALI !!!
Congratulations Ryan and Vanessa -may you share many, many beautiful years together !

Yunjie & Lawrence get married

It was questionable weather with rain the days prior, but the sky opened up to a gorgeous day for Yunjie and Lawrence at Nestldown.  The colors spoke gently of fall, but with a few touches of blue reminded us we're not quite ready to let go of summer-  enjoy the images.  I love the shades of orange and textures in these bouquets!

Gorgeous images courtesy of www.michaeljamesphotostudio.com

Tiffany and Ryan get married at Castle House

Finally! Our first wedding of the season was Tiff & Ryan on May 19th.  What a cute couple! And SO much fun.  I have never enjoyed watching the party from the balcony more!  :)
Flowers; Tiffany chose the beautiful palate of shades of green, white, and a little yellow for the floral decor.  I love the shades of green with their dresses.  It worked beautifully all over the property, especially in the redwood grove.

Tiffany! You are so beautiful! It was so very wonderful working with you!

The Castle House shots---beautiful photography of Castle House by Chris Talbot Images

Gotta have the photo with Tiger!

Turkish Tea anyone???

The Courtyard dressed up and ready

Congratulations Tiffany & Ryan -may you live long and happy lives together!