Married!! Nestldown Wedding Photos

Jul 3

>>Connie+Kevin–> Married!! Nestldown Wedding Photos

Nestldown was their dream wedding location, but when their ideal wedding date was not available, they booked another venue. Then entered Covid. Their wedding date was pushed back 2 years, but luckily the wonderful concept of Minimonys was born! They decided this was the perfect solution to become husband and wife at a sooner date and still have a few close family and friends present. Nesltdown was the perfect place, and their ideal minimony date WAS available! Everything was falling into place beautifully AND they get to have two weddings with the big one happening next year! Nestldown is like stepping into a fairytale. Hidden amongst redwood groves in the Santa Cruz mountains, it boasts a massive koi pond and a gorgeous ceremony site tucked inside of a sea of redwood trees and lush greenery. Everywhere you look there is something beautiful to admire. It has long been a dream of mine to shoot there!

The day started off with Connie getting into her gorgeous wedding dress! A corset inspired lace bodice with tiny crystals scattered throughout the skirt. They had their first look under a weeping willow tree by the coi pond which was a beautiful moment as I could tell Connie knocked his socks off! My favorite moments however, happened during the ceremony. Just watching her come down the winding steps that meandered through trees and lush gardens was breathtaking. There were so many happy tears throughout the ceremony which made it feel even more intimate. I am so thankful I got to be a part of their wedding and am excited to see them again for the BIGmony!

Wedding Venue: Nestledown, https://www.nestldown.com/

Coordinator: Jo Ann Yore, joann@nestldown.com, @nestldownevents

Flower designer: Kari Anne Trevino (Kat’s Flower Affair), katsfloweraffair@gmail.com, @katsfloweraffair

Hair Artist: Ann Ho, alistmakeupgirls@gmail.com, @stylesbyanndiary

Makeup Artist: Ann Ho, alistmakeupgirls@gmail.com, @stylesbyanndiary

Dress Designer: Morilee, @morileeofficial

2nd Photographer: Vanessa Rocha https://www.vanessarochaphotography.com/

Invitation designer: The groom 🙂 (for full 2022 wedding, no paper invite for 2021 minimony)

Photo Booth: N/A

Other: Rings by Blue Nile, @bluenilediamond; earrings and bracelet by olive + piper jewelry, @oliveandpiper

Bridesmaid Dresses: by Dessy, from Bella Bridesmaids

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>>-Ria+Josh-> Married!! Saratoga Springs Wedding Photographer

Follow @Ihearthsp for more photos from this wedding! This was an emotional day from start to finish with so many happy tears. I loved being a part of Ria & Josh’s wedding and capturing the beauty that comes along with such a powerful love. One of my many favorite memories from the day was watching […]

Jun 16

>>-Ria+Josh-> Married!! Saratoga Springs Wedding Photographer

Follow @Ihearthsp for more photos from this wedding!

This was an emotional day from start to finish with so many happy tears. I loved being a part of Ria & Josh’s wedding and capturing the beauty that comes along with such a powerful love. One of my many favorite memories from the day was watching Josh, as his bride walked down the aisle towards him.

Even though he had seen her moments prior for photos, he was overtaken emotionally by this powerful moment. I always tell couples who are debating on whether or not they should do a first look, the same thing. NOTHING takes away from that moment, because in all reality, you are seeing her for the first time in a new light. You are seeing her as your wife and partner for life. I don’t think there was a person in attendance who was not moved by their ceremony. It was such fun capturing a wedding as if it were 2019! There was dancing, games, lots of laughter…and dare I say, hugs!? Congrats Josh and Ria!

Wedding Venue: Saratoga Springs – https://www.saratoga-springs.com/

Wedding Coordinator: Saratoga Springs, Samantha Fox Settler, (408) 502-8312, weddingplanner@saratoga-springs.com, @saratogaspringsweddings

Flower designer: Orange Blossoms, Nicole Zaiss, (408) 465-9108 nicole@obfloral.com, @obfloral

Caterer: Saratoga Springs

2nd Photographer: Danielle Alyse: https://www.daniellealysse.com/

DJ or Entertainment: Alex Wrigley (408)608-7205 alex@thebaydj.com

Cake Designer: Sweet Affair Bakery in Walnut Creek (cake & cupcakes). Tiffany Choi (415)627-8978 Tclair.inc@gmail.com @tclair.co (eclairs & macaroons)

Hair Artist: Kelsey Sanchez (831)737-8335 info@bridalhairbykelsey.com @bridalhairbykelsey

Makeup Artist: Stefanie Weinapple, (209)996-0515, stefaniemua@yahoo.com, @stefanieweinapplemakeup

Mirror Design: Marinez Makers (Jillian French @martinezmakers)

Dress Designer: Essence of Australia, @ essenseofaustralia

Invitation designer: Truly Engaging, @truly.engaging

Bridesmaid Dresses: Birdy Grey, @birdygrey

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>>-Danielle+Matt-> Married!! Vintner’s Resort Wedding -Wine Country Wedding

Follow Heather Scharf for more photos from this wedding: @ihearthsp Danielle & Matt will always have a special place in my heart! It was my “Coming Back” wedding after a year and a half of not photographing a single wedding due to Covid. They had to postpone their date TWICE! The stress of the unknown […]

May 26

>>-Danielle+Matt-> Married!! Vintner’s Resort Wedding -Wine Country Wedding

Follow Heather Scharf for more photos from this wedding: @ihearthsp

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Danielle & Matt will always have a special place in my heart! It was my “Coming Back” wedding after a year and a half of not photographing a single wedding due to Covid. They had to postpone their date TWICE! The stress of the unknown they experienced with grace is admirable for sure. But in the end, their day…THE day, couldn’t have gone any better! I could tell from the constant smiles and laughter from Danielle and Matt that they were on cloud 9 being able to finally celebrate their marriage with all their friends and family.

There are some special details I have to mention, like the dress…It took my breath away when I saw it hanging in the bridal suite. Layer upon layer of tulle, each with a different wow factor. Some layers had lace appliques, while others were covered in a subtle gold glitter pattern. I also just love how the lace around the neck looked like a gorgeous piece of jewelry framing her neckline. It was a 9 month collaboration with her designer to make her dress-dreams a reality. Another detail that was a vision come to life, was the orchid and floral chandelier that they said their vows beneath. A total masterpiece by Wine Country Flowers and a dream come true for Danielle. See images below. I am so thankful for getting to be a part of this special day! I hope you enjoy the photos!

Coordinator: Kalika Casady from Run Away With Me (kalika@runawaywithme.com)

Wedding Venue: Vintner’s Resort -https://www.vintnersresort.com/

2nd Photographer: Vanessa Rocha Photography. https://www.vanessarochaphotography.com/

DJ: Angela from Wine Country Entertainment (angela@winecountryentertainment.com)

Florist: Anita Isaza from Wine Country Flowers (anita@winecountryflowers.com)

Hair & Makeup: Jocelyn Locy from Bella Bridal Napa Valley (707-968-7144)

Cake: Gergana Karabelov from Patisserie Angelica (karabelov1@gmail.com)

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>>-Tiffany+Joe–> Engaged!! Redwood Regional Park Engagement Session

Photos by Danielle Reiff – Associate Photographer Editing by Heather Scharf They met on the 3rd day of medical school at a dinner with mutual friends. Although Joe and Tiffany didn’t get a chance to really connect at the dinner, as time passed they got to know each other and found that they had so […]

Mar 1

>>-Tiffany+Joe–> Engaged!! Redwood Regional Park Engagement Session

Photos by Danielle Reiff – Associate Photographer

Editing by Heather Scharf

They met on the 3rd day of medical school at a dinner with mutual friends. Although Joe and Tiffany didn’t get a chance to really connect at the dinner, as time passed they got to know each other and found that they had so much in common. Their shared love of bubble tea, food and basketball are still things they enjoy together to this day. After 6 years of long distance dating, they are together at last living under the same roof and even carpooling to work together!

Danielle, my awesome associate, had the pleasure of meeting these two for their engagement session in the Redwood Regional Park for some bubble tea, pizza and photos. They had a ton of fun together and kept the session relaxed and easy…exactly how it should be! Congrats you two!