Featured on SMP | Stephanie and Sean’s Calistoga Ranch Wedding

We are so excited that Stephanie and Sean's gourgious wedding at Calistoga Ranch was featured on SMP.  Their fall wedding had that perfect California weather and all the color of the season. The venue is simply lovely with its vineyards, views and beautiful grounds. Stephanie and Sean had their ceremony in a candle-lit wine cave decorated with pumpkins and pampas grass. Their cocktail hour and dinner took place during sunset by the vineyards. 

Here's a little advice Stephanie shared with Style Me Pretty:  

"Another golden piece of advice I was given and would absolutely pass on is to budget for a videographer. My wedding planner told me this, and boy am I glad she did. Oftentimes, brides budget for flowers, music and photos. A videographer becomes a “nice to have,” not a “need to have.” We went with Grover Films. Our wedding day was so surreal and overwhelming that I think most brides would agree that when you’re in the moment, it’s easy to miss a lot of the details of your wedding. Sean and I were so relieved to have a video to watch long after it was all over. It was incredible to see everything again – to go back in time and relive those moments – and it’s a different experience than simply looking at photos."

Photography: Sylvie Gil Photography | Event Planning + Design: Bustle  | Videography:  Ric & Rose from Grover Films | Floral Design: Shotgun Floral Studio | Venue: Calistoga Ranch Resort | Bridal Boutique: Lovella Bridal | DJ + Lighting: Josh Dukes | Lounge Furniture: Rion Designs | Rentals: Classic Party Rentals | Table Top Rentals: Frances Lane

Francis and Randi's Thomas Fogarty Winery Wedding | Short Film

What can I say, I adore these two. From the first time we met Randi and Francis we knew they were perfect together and that it was going to be a joy to take part in capturing their wedding. The two of them are so sweet and full of love for each other and the people in their lives. Not to mention, they are hilarious and an absolute blast to be around. 

Their first sight has to be one of the most touching I have had the pleasure of filming.  Even after working on their film for weeks, watching it countless times, I still can't make it though with out tearing up. The love between these two is so heartfelt and genuine it's contagious. 

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"This is incredible and better than anything we could have ever dreamed or imagined. We just watched it twice in a row and sobbed both times. (You were right- should have grabbed the tissues!) We didn't want it to end! Thank you for capturing who we are and our wedding day so perfectly. It is magical. We are so touched and honestly, completely speechless.Thank you a MILLION times over."

~Francis & Randi 

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Thomas Fogarty Winery is a stunning venue, and this day with its blustery weather and drifts of fog turned out to be no exception. The weather was dramatic and it made for a day that was exactly what it was meant to be; it was a day focused on love, family, friends. It was a beautiful celebration of the commitment these two amazing people have to one another. We are so happy that we could be a part of it.

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Venue:  Thomas Fogarty Winery and Vineyards, Photography:  Brent with Brent Holland Studios, Videographer: Grover films, DJ: Mike with big fun, Catering: Continental Caterers

Laura and Kyle's Wedding at Arista Winery | Short Film

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We are so honored to have been a part of this beautiful celebration of love and family. As Rabbi Jim Ponet so eloquently said, "Laura and Kyle created a new world on this day," a future together that will clearly be cherished. Their love for each other and all of the people in their lives was evident in every glance and each interaction. It was a day rich with tradition, full of laughter and brimming with joy. 

Arista Winery was gorgeous with its old oak trees, rolling hills and picturesque views. It has all the elements that make me love filming weddings. The light sprinkle of raindrops that came through for a couple of minutes, cooling down the warm afternoon, brought with it a spectacular sunset.  

The day was lovely in every way and we are so happy we could take part in capturing it. Working alongside Susannah and Greg from  Susannah Gill Photographic Storytelling, Heather from Holiday Weddings and Alex from AMS Entertainment made this breathtaking wedding a joy to be a part of. Laura and Kyle could not have selected a better group to bring their wedding together. You can find the rest of this dream team below. 

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Venue: Arista Winery, Wedding Coordinator: Heather Holliday from Holiday Weddings, Photographer:  Susannah and Greg from Susannah Gill Photographic Storytelling, Videographer:  Ric & Rose from Grover Films, DJ:  Alex from AMS Entertainment, Officiant:  Rabbi Jim Ponet , Caterer:  Park Avenue Catering, Florist: Flowers by Rebekah, Baker:  Betty from Mom's Apple Pie, Hair:  Artistry by Gabrielle, Hotels:  Fountaingrove Inn & Sandmann Inn, Transportation:  California Wine Tours