Sami and Marco are the kind of couple that makes a wedding photographer's heart sing. From the moment I met them, their warmth and genuine joy were palpable. Their love story, filled with laughter and deep connection, is the kind that makes my job feel less like work and more like a privilege. Sami and Marco's wedding in the rolling hills of Petaluma was a perfect reflection of their vibrant personalities and unbreakable bond. They are not just clients; they have become friends!

Their wedding day was an exquisite celebration set against the stunning backdrop of Petaluma's rolling hills, bathed in the area's famously gorgeous evening light. There’s something magical about the light in Petaluma, perhaps due to a hint of fog drifting in from the sea. I'm not sure, but I love it! This magical quality creates a soft, romantic ambiance every time. Sami and Marco embraced this beauty with open hearts, taking the opportunity to be their freest selves. I'm so happy that they dedicated a generous 40 minutes for sunset photos, allowing us to explore the willows and hillsides with the breathtaking views of Olympia's Valley Estate. We used every one of those 40! OVE offers endless opportunities to create beautiful images, making it one of my dream locations.

I am profoundly grateful to Sami and Marco, not only for choosing me to document their incredible day but also for their trust in referring their friends to me. You’ll see these two as guests in Jess and Dom’s Annadel Estate wedding, another beautiful testament to the connections they have fostered. Referrals are the highest compliment a photographer can receive, and knowing that my work has resonated so deeply with them fills me with gratitude. The people they have referred are my kind of people—joyful, genuine, and full of love. It's an honor to capture these moments and be part of their cherished memories. Thank you, Sami and Marco, for your trust, your friendship, and for allowing me to be part of your extraordinary journey! I'll see you soon, I'm sure!

Florals - Alana Marie
Gown - Mira Zwillinger 
huma - Barb does hair & Missy Olsen
catering - Elaine Bell 
coord - lisa bravo
Venue - olympia's valley estate