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Big Sur, California

November 6, 2011 Leave a Comment

Have you been to Big Sur? If not, please go. If you have, I’m sure you’re already planning another trip. Don’t miss Garrapata State Park, and be sure to do the Soberanes hike. Big Sur is unquestionably one of the most beautiful places on Earth. Mason Jenning’s “Califonia” and “Big Sur” are must-hear songs as you drive the winding coastal highway with the windows rolled down. Here are a few highlights from a recent journey along the ocean – I was especially enamored this trip with the Dr. Seuss trees and ethereal fog.

Big Sur Coastal View From One of the Many Incredible Beaches © Marni Mattner Photography

Big Sur Coastal View From One of the Many Incredible Beaches © Marni Mattner Photography


Dr. Seuss Trees on the California Coast South of Carmel © Marni Mattner Photography

Dr. Seuss Trees on the California Coast South of Carmel © Marni Mattner Photography


Pacific Ocean Near Big Sur, Perfect for Mason Jennings' California © Marni Mattner Photography

Pacific Ocean Near Big Sur © Marni Mattner Photography


Hills of Garrapata State Park in California South of Carmel, CA © Marni Mattner Photography

Hills of Garrapata State Park in California © Marni Mattner Photography

Ryan & Deirdra’s Wine Country Wedding

October 6, 2011 Leave a Comment

Ryan and Deirdra wed in the hills of wine country in California. Healdsburg Country Gardens has a big, old oak tree where they said their vows (and made me tear up). This stunning couple knows how to host a party, with a weekend of events that included a bicycle wine tour in the Russian River Valley and two relaxing nights of wine and great food leading up to the big event. I loved every detail of the wedding day, from the table place cards strung in rows to the paper lanterns adorning the trees and tables. But most of all I loved watching Ryan and Deirdra, two truly amazing people, on one of the happiest days of their lives. Aren’t they shining?

Healdsburg Country Gardens ceremony under the big lone oak tree © Marni Mattner Photography

Healdsburg Country Gardens Ceremony Under The Big Lone Oak Tree © Marni Mattner Photography


Ryan And Deirdra Before The Wedding at California's Healdsburg Country Gardens © Marni Mattner Photography

Ryan And Deirdra Before The Wedding © Marni Mattner Photography


Ryan And Deirdra, Groom And Bride! © Marni Mattner Photography

Ryan And Deirdra, Groom And Bride! © Marni Mattner Photography


Wedding Near Napa and Sonoma in Healdsburg, CA © Marni Mattner Photography

Wedding Near Napa and Sonoma in Healdsburg, CA © Marni Mattner Photography


Healdsburg Country Gardens Barn Wedding the Russian River Valley © Marni Mattner Photography

Healdsburg Country Gardens Barn Wedding © Marni Mattner Photography


Wine Country Wedding Near Vineyard With Attendants © Marni Mattner Photography

Ryan & Deirdra Near The Vineyard With Their Attendants © Marni Mattner Photography


Ryan And Deirdra, Healdsburg, California Lone Tree and Barn © Marni Mattner Photography

Ryan And Deirdra In Healdsburg, California © Marni Mattner Photography


Wedding Guests At Sunset By The Healdsburg Country Gardens Barn © Marni Mattner Photography

Wedding Guests At Sunset By The Barn © Marni Mattner Photography


Outdoor Garden Reception In Wine Country © Marni Mattner Photography

Outdoor Garden Reception © Marni Mattner Photography


Flower Girl With Paper Lantern In The Gardens In Healdsburg, CA Wedding © Marni Mattner Photography

Flower Girl With Paper Lantern In The Gardens © Marni Mattner Photography


Paper Table Placecards Hung On Strings DIY Style At Wine Country Wedding © Marni Mattner Photography

Reception, With Unique Table Seating Cards Hanging Display © Marni Mattner Photography


Vineyard and Wine Bottle At Wedding Near Sonoma and Napa, California © Marni Mattner Photography

Vineyard And Wine Bottle At Wedding © Marni Mattner Photography


Bride And Groom In California Vineyard For Wedding Photos © Marni Mattner Photography

Bride And Groom In California Vineyard © Marni Mattner Photography


Ryan & Deirdra's Reception In The Healdsburg Country Gardens Barn © Marni Mattner Photography

Ryan & Deirdra's Reception In The Healdsburg Country Gardens Barn © Marni Mattner Photography


Lone Oak Tree Where Wedding Ceremony Was Held © Marni Mattner Photography

Lone Oak Tree Overlooking Vineyards © Marni Mattner Photography

Marni Mattner is a Denver, Colorado photographer who specializes in commercial photography, wedding photography, portraiture and event photography. Marni is available to photograph in Colorado and worldwide. Learn more »

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