When I think about Kate + Matt, I find I am angered.
Individually, each is smart and kind, caring and relaxed. They’re also humorous and happy and attract an impressive, loving group of friends and family. As a couple, they’re a blast. They laugh. They’re cool. (Way cooler than I am, that’s for sure!) And their wedding wrapped up all of these qualities into one tremendous, radiant and heartfelt party.
I like Kate + Matt. I like them a whole dang lot.
I find I am angered, because they live in San Diego and I do not live in San Diego. And this issue is not so easily remedied. ;) But instead of listening to me gripe about the size of the great state of California, what’s say we look at that party they threw?
At the start of the day, I dropped off my awesome second shooter, Stacey, at Kate’s dad’s house where the boys were getting ready.
Can we spend a few minutes just staring at Matt’s hair? Is it weird that I want to touch it? ;)
Then I headed over to meet up with the ladies, who were just finishing up getting ready.
Kate, your grace is palpable.
And you have phenomenally supportive group of friends.
So, the way I found the venue where I got married was by googling the phrase, “Married under an oak tree California.” This was the other venue I considered. :D
Kate wore a cathedral veil, which was gorgeous, but didn’t cooperate so well with the wind (she eventually had to tuck it under her arm to stop it from flying away!). Makes for beautiful photos, though! :D
Mr. + Mrs.!
Oh, hello, beautiful bridal party. I will award some sort of prize to the person who can pick out the following in this photo: 1) Matt’s three brothers, 2) Kate’s brother, 3) which person had their eyes photoshopped open. ;)
A photo reminiscent of one of my favorites from their engagement session. I couldn’t help myself!
Instead of traditional wedding cake, Kate’s momma baked homemade strawberry shortcake for all of their guests. A) it was delicious, and B) I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to incorporate some strawberries into their ring shot.
Listening to her dad’s speech. :)
I think Kate will forever hold the top spot for the most beautiful eyes I have ever photographed.
Crrrrraaaaazy wild vineyard! Favorite!
LOVE! Favorite!
And lastly, my two most favorite dancing photos of all time. I couldn’t decide which I liked more, so you get both. :)
Venue | Healdsburg Country Gardens
Florist | Beth Wan, Wildflower Floral Design
Day-Of Coordinator | Lori, Family Friend
Strawberry Shortcake | Jill, Bride’s Momma
Caterer | Erin Ito, Feast Catering
DJ | Lawrence Arevalo
Hair | Brush Salon
Guys, I’m not kidding when I say that I’m mad you live so far away. You are a truly special pair and I am infinitely grateful to have met you and been present at your wedding. These photos show such a small slice of what a memorable day it was, but I hope you love them as much as I do (hint: that means a LOT). :D :D
by Molly
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