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Beautiful Places to Propose in San Francisco As a wedding and proposal photographer with over a decade of experience, I know how important your proposal is. It’s the very first step in your wedding journey—the moment where two lives commit to becoming one. Why San Francisco? San Francisco is a city that has always stood […]

Weddings at Stanly Ranch Napa Valley California, Norther California wedding photographer, Alicia Parks Photography

Couples are concerned about hosting a wedding in a recession. We have completed a list of creative ways to celebrate intimately.

Say “I Do” at Carneros Resort and Spa Wedding Venue in Napa Valley In the heart of wine country, where golden vineyards meet quiet luxury. The secret is out—Carneros Resort and Spa in Napa Valley has quickly become one of the most sought-after destinations for couples dreaming of an intimate, elevated wedding experience. If you’re […]

Trying to decide between a Napa or Sonoma Elopement? We guide you through the marriage license process, comparison between the two, and top venues at each!

Your wedding day is a day you’ll never forget. It’s a day where you’re surrounded by love and the people who matter most to you.

Find out what makes Carneros Resort and Spa one of the best vineyard wedding venues in Napa Valley.

Beautiful Places to Go In Santa Rosa Chateau St. Jean Chateau St. Jean Winery is a picturesque estate located in Santa Rosa, California. Established in 1973, the winery boasts stunning French-inspired architecture and beautiful gardens that offer a serene ambiance for wine tasting. Chateau St. Jean Winery produces a wide variety of award-winning wines. Visitors […]

What to Keep in Mind when you choose a wedding photographer for your one of a kind, wine county wedding in 2025.

It’s no secret that Sonoma & Napa County in California are some of the most sought-after wedding destinations in the nation. The sister counties are internationally recognized as Wine Country due to the Valley’s various soil types. This allows for the cultivation of over 50 varieties of grapes! Holding a destination wedding here is made of […]