Saturday, November 3, 2012

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 !

Friday, October 26, 2012

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

Sunday, September 9, 2012

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!

Tuesday, July 3, 2012

aaahh it's all about the LUSH










Sometimes there are colors that just make you feel at home.  My husband says I've got an old soul.  Like one from maybe the Jane Austin books.  LOVE those--I'm a huge Jane Austin fan.  This wedding for Jeanne & Jon definitely tugged at my heartstrings.  I am in love with garden roses and always, always have been.  For 20+ years I've cultivated and fought numerous diseases just to see a few remarkable, extraordinary blooms.  Nowadays however, we've got some fabulous disease resistant English garden roses to choose from and grow.  When Jeanne (this bride) said to me 'do whatever you like--I love your work.  My colors are shades of peach, pink, white & ivory.  Oh, yes and I LOVE garden roses and dahlia'.   OH YEAH.