Happy Independence Day!

Thank you Daddy, Matt, Rachelle, Craig, George, Ann, Jake, Sheryl, John, Michael, Josh, Gabe, Joel, Andrew, Jon, Spencer, Ben, Joseph, Marcus, Ty, Steve, Ray, Luke, Dave, James, Uncle Sam, Pancho, and others for fighting to keep us free!

Melody Joy Floral Design

Surrounded by bridal magazines, the young girls poured over gown styles, bouquets, and tiered cakes. They were planning each and every detail of their someday wedding. As I stood there looking at them, I had no interest in what they were doing. I was weird like that eight years ago. But ever since I joined the wedding industry, I've scoured websites and magazines just drinking in the details. I love talking to my brides about their color choices and table decor. So by the time I get to their wedding, I'm so excited to see how everything turned out. Details are one of my most favorite things to photograph at weddings!

Last fall when Melody began describing her wedding to me, I knew it was going to be good. Not only does she have great taste, she's also an incredible floral designer. To this day I've never had more people tell me how much they loved her bridal bouquet! If you're getting married in the Napa area, be sure to check her out!








Here's one from her site of a beautiful summer bouquet--love it!

Star Gazing

Exactly one week ago I stood in the middle of a field gazing up at the stars. My pant legs were drenched with dew, and I was freezing, but I couldn't help but look up in awe at God's creation. It was the last night at camp, and I was on my annual star picture outing. While I still haven't gotten exactly the star picture I want, each year I'm reminded of what a mighty God I serve. He is deserving and worthy of my complete trust in Him for everything!

Sheri & Nick | Wedding

Sheri flew through the air, diving to catch the frisbee. But she did more than catch the flying saucer, that move caught the eye of another player--Nick. By the end of the first date, he knew he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. Now two years later, everyone agrees that Sheri and Nick are perfect for each other. The day was nothing less than a celebration of thankfulness to God for bringing them together. Sheri, thank you for your friendship! I love you so much and was excited to be a part of your day! Nick, welcome to the family!

I love how all the colors were captured beautifully in Sheri's bouquet by Becca Howden.














The cake, made by Emily Gillette, tasted as good as it looked!


I was so excited when Sheri and Nick ordered a guestbook! All their engagement pictures are surrounded by notes from their friends and family in a beautiful coffee table book!


Liz did an awesome job capturing this shot!