Mariah Smith Mariah Smith

Estate at Yountville Wedding | Napa, Ca

This one of a kind, jaw dropping Napa Valley wedding at the Estate at Yountville was absolutely spectacular!!  The ceremony, dinner and reception all had their own vibe that came together to awe the guests.  But, the first show stopper was the amazing bridal gown!  The fitted bodice and exaggerated poofs fit the gorgeous bride like it was made for her.  Completely stunning!  The, very in-love, bride & groom chose simple, organic florals & greenery for their ceremony that allowed for the focus to be on the touching vows but were still extraordinary in their design.  The dinner decor impressed all of the guests with it's canopy of twinkle lights, vintage style bulbs and unique centerpieces.  Breathtaking!!  But, the real eye candy appeared in the reception lounge.  This bride wanted PINK and she got it.  Echo, Meredith and their teams left no square inch untouched when filling this barrel room with custom, fun and inventive designs.  You'll just have to scroll down to see all the brilliance! What a treat to photograph all this luxurious amazingness!!  Enjoy!

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Mariah Smith Mariah Smith

V. Sattui Winery Wedding | Napa Valley, Ca

A Very classy & elegant Napa Valley V. Sattui Winery wedding for these two lovebirds. With black tie optional attire, all were dressed to impressed. They kept they colors and decor simple & fresh with white, green and a little touch of soft pink. The candlelit wine cave was the perfect setting for sweet, genuine toasts, an amazing feast and always packed dance floor. Favorite part - definitely the groom watching his stunning bride walk to him...I don't think there's a strong enough word for how happy he was. Such a delight to see!!

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Mariah Smith Mariah Smith

Viansa Winery Wedding | Sonoma, Ca

A romantic, gorgeous fall Viansa Winery wedding in Sonoma! This couple wanted to highlight the colors of the area and the season and chose burgundy, gold & black to set the stage for their fantastic event. But, this lovely bride didn't forget that a vineyard is actually a working ranch, and chose the most fabulous bridal shoes - check them out below! Favorite moment of this event - the groom sent his bride a multi multi page letter before the ceremony. We gave her time to read alone but I peeked in a bit (of course!) and saw how touched she was by his words. It started the day off in the right direction because the rest of the night was filled with emotional vows, sentimental speeches and moments of pure joy. Loved being there!!

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Mariah Smith Mariah Smith

Charles Krug Winery Wedding | Napa Valley, Ca

A sophiscated & elegant wedding for these two in the spectacular Napa Valley at the iconic Charles Krug Winery.  The classic simplicity was perfect with the historic carriage house and there were some definite royal countryside vibes happening.  Absolutely stunning!!

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Chalk Hill Winery Wedding | Healdsburg Sonoma, Ca

I don't think this wedding could have been any more fun! This spectacular Chalk Hill Winery wedding in Sonoma wine country was full of smiles & laughter. These two obviously make each other (and everyone around them) very happy. It was an absolute joy to be there!!

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Valley of the Moon Winery Wedding | Sonoma, Ca

A very fun Valley of the Moon winery wedding that officially joined two families who had been connected for many, many years. The parents of the bride and groom grew up together and so did the kids! There were many hilarious stories that showed just how close they all were and how thrilled they were to be officially family now. They chose lush florals and gold accents to decorate the gorgeous vineyard and winery scenery. But, it was the dance party that really awed! All generations were busting all their moves and it was a true party!!

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Trentadue Winery Wedding | Geyserville Sonoma, Ca

This lovely bride wanted to get married in a castle like a princess. But, castle's are bit hard to find in Sonoma wine country so the beautiful Trentadue Winery became her wedding castle. And, she definitely got her princess feels with the perfect pink touches, royal worthy gown, chandeliered grape arbor, gold accents, and on and on. These two had a day full of smiles (and a few tears...happy ones though). One of my favorite moments was when the father of the bride came in to see his little girl. Right after he saw her, he looked at his wife, held her hand and had a moment that all parents can understand. When everything else stops and you look at each other and see years upon years of family memories, laughter, joy, trials and successes that all led to this grown gorgeous woman embarking on one of her life's biggest & most wonderful commitments...and you couldn't be more proud & excited for her. I imagine me and my husband there one day and just being overcome. It was beautiful to see. As was the rest of this gorgeous day so scroll on down and enjoy!!

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Mariah Smith Mariah Smith

Sea Ranch Lodge Wedding | Sonoma Coast, Ca

The Sonoma Coast offers breathtaking ocean views that are magical for a wedding. This couple chose Sea Ranch Lodge to hold their event that was the perfect combination of casual and elegant. The day was perfect with clear blue skies that highlighted the dramatic views and a celebration full of joy. I loved every minute of being there!

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Kunde Winery Wedding | Sonoma, Ca

This lovely couple came all the way from Texas to get married in the uniquely spectacular Sonoma Wine Country. They chose the stunning Kunde Winery to host their celebration and the venue never disappoints. It was a black tie affair full of lace and gold and romance. the 12 piece band kept the dance floor full and the night was definitely one to remember!

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Solage Wedding | Calistoga, Napa, Ca

Solage in the Napa Wine Valley provided a picturesque backdrop for this intimate wedding. Every detail of the event was perfect and the evening was full of touching moments that made this wedding very special. Enjoy!

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Mariah Smith Mariah Smith

Paradise Ridge Vineyard Wedding Photography | Santa Rosa, Sonoma

A gorgeous winery wedding at the stunning Paradise Ridge Winery! D & F are professional dancers and I had so much fun putting their talents to use at all the stunning photography areas that this beautiful vineyard offers. We did portraits in the sculpture garden, in front of the spectacular sunset view, and many other scenic locations. They’re wedding was full of fun, laughter, and joy and I was honored to photograph it. Enjoy!

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Highlands Estate Wedding | Mendocino, Ca

A lovely Highlands Estate wedding full of elegance, grace, romance and heartfelt emotion. And, peonies that were breathtaking!! Their soft, neutral palette and gathered aesthetic led to centerpieces that had that "just thrown together but perfectly placed" look that is so warm and welcoming. The day was unbelievably smooth, the pictures relatively effortless and it was just such a perfect start to their lifelong partnership. Enjoy!

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Napa Valley Wedding | CIA, Greystone, St. Helena

This elegant evening Jewish wedding in Napa was pure celebration!!  I first met the bride & groom at their engagement session and was taken with how considerate they were with each other.  It was obvious that they both wanted the other to be happy and they were each willing to do what it took to make that happen. They truly enjoyed just seeing the other one happy.  Talk about a solid start to a wonderful marriage. No detail was overlooked - these two wanted a beautiful, romantic, ritualistic wedding that was full of fun and they definitely got it all.  We started with a very sweet, nerve reducing first look at a neighboring property so they could be alone.  And, then got to it with lots of portraits because their wedding pictures were a huge deal for them (totally agree!) 

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Vineyard Wedding at Trentadue | Healdsburg, Ca

Two of the warmest & most welcoming people I've ever worked with created a lovely winery wedding!!  I'm having a hard time not filling with post with how stunning Kris was - her ever present smile was a show stopper and she just glowed the whole day.  But, I guess there are a few other things important about their wedding besides the bride's beauty - like how cute their little doggie, Scout was.  Be sure to scroll down to see her matching tutu and how excited she was to walk down the aisle.

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Mariah Smith Mariah Smith

Estate at Yountville Wedding | Napa, Ca

This Vintage Estates wine country wedding had it all - a stunning color palette that highlighted the gorgeous autumn colors, a beautiful sunny day, sunset in the vineyards, candle lit reception and, the most important element, a bride and groom truly in love with each other!  The families of these two had been waiting for this day for many many years and it was well worth it!  It was an absolute joy to be there!

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Olympia’s Valley Estate Wedding | Petaluma, Ca

A classic and beautiful wedding with just a touch of vintage at the one-of-a-kind wedding venue, Olympia’s Valley Estate. The bride and groom braved the good luck wedding showers and had a wonderful time celebrating with all their loved ones.

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