Kate and Brian held their rehearsal dinner in the back yard of the popular Albany, CA brunch place, Sam’s Log Cabin. This is one of my favorite brunch spots and I was delighted to learn that after hours they host private parties with a menu that goes far beyond brunch. Keep them in mind for your…
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A Winter Proposal at Auberge du Soleil
Questionable winter weather brought Kyle’s proposal to Katlyn inside the Tree House (“Maison d’Arbre”) at Auberge du Soleil. Katlyn’s surprise and delight, and a flood of emotions, came with a big and certain “Yes!” It was a beautiful day. The couple was lucky – rain held off so we could take portraits in the Olive…
Love Is Love – Manchester to Napa Valley
Love is love is love! Jo and Yvette traveled to the Napa Valley from their home in Manchester, England to have a private ceremony with four witnesses at Auberge du Soleil. La Pagode is a peaceful, meditative spot for the most intimate of weddings. Photography: Two Irises Venue: Auberge du Soleil – La Pagode Officiant:…
Bat Mitzvah on the San Francisco Bay
It was my honor to witness and document AnnaLise’s Bat Mitzvah aboard The Empress on the San Francisco Bay. AnnaLise, with her generous soul, entered adulthood with poise and an impressive depth of understanding for humanity, community and her Jewish faith. Rabbi Henry Shreibman guided her in this rite of passage. She was surrounded and…
Columbian Wedding in Oakland’s Jack London Square
Carol & Juan Pablo, both from Oakland by way of Columbia, were wed at Jack London Square. A colorful and festive Columbian wedding in Oakland’s iconic bay-side setting. This incredible wedding featured many children, abundant wine and music, and loads of confetti! Coordinator: A Touch of Light, Tania Venue: Rosenblum Cellars & Waterfront Hotel Caterer: Los…
Holiday Mini Portrait Sessions
Holiday Mini Portrait Sessions in Kensington, Berkeley Hills Sunday, December 2, 2018 Mini Sessions at Ye Olde School Trail – Sunday, December 2, 2018 Announcing last minute Holiday Mini Portrait Sessions in Kensington (Berkeley Hills). Bring your family, a friend, the dog, or come alone. We will have fun. 40 Minute sessions, 20+ high resolution…
Wedding Album Love
Delivering a pretty leather wedding album in dark blue and copper stamping #leathercraftsmen #twoirises #weddingalbum #leather #blackandwhitephotography #coppergilding A post shared by Two Irises || weddings (@twoirises) on Nov 7, 2016 at 11:49pm PST
Friday the 13th Proposal!
Andrew is a brave man to propose on Friday the 13th, but from here on it will be a lucky day. Monica said yes with tears in her eyes. It was also just their luck that the terrace at Auberge du Soleil was available and the weather was just so gorgeous. The Napa Valley is…
Auberge du Soleil – Small Wedding
Destination: Auberge du Soleil, small wedding Ashley and Ian chose Auberge du Soleil for their small destination wedding in the Napa Valley. They travelled from their home in Ohio. The couple never stopped beaming and the love of friends and family surrounded them throughout the day. Read more about their wedding story below, as told…
SF Mag 7×7 Features Two Irises
Thank you 7×7 for the feature! Wedding Inspiration: Chic, Rustic Vibes With DIY Flair on a Marin Cattle Ranch by Jen Woo See more from this Cow Track Ranch wedding of Laura and Tim here Bouquet: Bewilder Floral