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I met up with Brenda and Micah on a warm spring afternoon in Tilden Park for our engagement session together. The sun was setting in the canyon as we explored the trail to Jewel Lake. After a long winter, it was so lovely to see the park alive with greenery.
Katya and Matt met at UC Berkeley and spent a lot of time together at the nearby Tilden Park. For their autumn engagement session, we explored the Jewel Lake trail and took in the gorgeous fall foliage.
Whenever Clarisse and Colin are in town, they love spending time wandering the paths at UC Botanical Gardens in Berkeley. For their engagement session, we picked a lovely and warm summer afternoon to explore the lush greenery the gardens have to offer.
Tammy and David got married at one of my favorite locations, UC Botanical Garden in Berkeley. The day started at a nearby Airbnb where everyone helped David try to figure out how to tie a bowtie. Afterwards, we headed over to the Mather Redwood Grove at the Botanical Garden where we snapped some group portraits before their sweet ceremony. Tears were shed as Tammy and David exchanged vows in front of their friends and family. They took a moment alone in the grove after the ceremony before heading over to Julia Morgan Hall for cocktail hour and dinner reception where the festivities continued on into the night.
Any wedding that takes place in a redwood grove makes my heart sing. Laura and Lark's UC Botanical Garden wedding not only was a reflection of the natural beauty of the Bay Area but focused the day around the community of people who love and support them. Those are my favorite kind of weddings. (You can read more about their celebration with their feature on the Catalyst Wed Co. blog!)
Wedding Venue: UC Botanical Garden // Wedding Coordinator: A Monique Affair // Caterer: Los Moles // Tabletop Decor: Glassybaby & DIY // Lark's Suit: Kipper Clothiers // Laura's Dress: Novella Bridal // Laura's Manicure: Melody at Fig & Clover // Dessert: Golden Gate Donuts // Rings: Brilliant Earth
Ceremony & Reception Venue: The Faculty Club at UC Berkeley // Floral Design: Gorgeous & Green // Hair & Make-up: Viveur Salon // Catering: The Faculty Club // Desserts: Masse's Pastries // Lighting: DJ Jeremy Productions // DJ: DJ Jeremy Productions // Print Design: Matthew Hettler // Photobooth: Action Flipbooks
Wedding Venue: Panoramic Hills // Florals: Orchid Florist // Shirmila's Gown: Winnie Couture from Emerald City Gowns // Shirmila's Shoes: Clarks // Veil & Alterations: Alameda Sewing Cottage // Bridesmaids Robes: ComfyClothing // Bridesmaids Dresses: RenzRags // Tommy's Suit: OwnOnly // Tommy's Shirt: John Varvatos // Tommy's Tie: Michael Kors // Tommy's Shoes: Cole Haan // Stationery: Brittany Kay // Print Design: Phoebe Kobabe // Calligraphy: Andrea Hutchison // Hair: Rose Bouvier, Panache On College // Makeup: Adriane Stannish-Rivera // Rentals: Classic Party Rentals // Ceremony Music: Elden String Quartet // Reception Music: Love in the Mix // Dessert: Cakes Made by M.E. // Bridesmaid’s Gifts: Jamila Keba Designs // Shuttle: Andrew’s Transportation // Alcohol: Thomas Mills Wine Group // Videography: Lucas Guilkey
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