petaluma wedding

DIY Childhood Home Backyard Wedding » Petaluma, California /  by Vivian Chen

Anela and David met while working as park rangers at Point Reyes National Seashore. Their relationship grew from running buddies to friends to partners who have travelled the world on amazing adventures. They’ve hike Patagonia and spent two years working in one of the most remote national parks in Alaska, Katmai. In fact, David proposed to Anela while on a hike to pick wild blueberries in Alaska. For their wedding, they decided to keep it more local and threw a garden party in the backyard of David’s childhood home in Petaluma. Being surrounded by the rolling hills and gorgeous oak groves, it was clear why David’s upbringing brought him to seek a job that kept him in the beautiful great outdoors. On the day of the wedding, the sky was a grey haze due to California wildfires. Despite the unusual conditions, everyone was in great spirits and the haze added a surreal warm glow to the landscape. Anela got ready in the guest room before having a first look with her father and brother before seeing David in the front yard. For the ceremony, everyone headed down to the large field below the home overlooking Petaluma. David’s father officiated, sharing funny stories about the two of them and gifting them some fishing lures (Anela and David are avid fisherman!) Afterwards, everyone was invited for a delicious catered meal around the pool which included a whole roast pork and salmon Anela and David caught in Alaska. After dessert of cake and donuts, the dance party began and everyone danced on into the evening. I am so grateful to have been a part of their wedding day!

Venue: Private Residence // Wedding Planner: Parker Nichols Events // Florist: April’s Flowers // Caterer: Ring of Fire // Cake: DIY by a family friend // Rentals: Encore Event Rentals // Hair & Make-Up: Shayna Azevedo // Anela’s Wedding Dress: Starlet Bridal // DJ: Premier Productions // Wedding Rings: Brilliant Earth

Festive + Floral Garden Valley Ranch Wedding » Petaluma, California /  by Vivian Chen

Eugenia and Rohan were married on a warm summer day at Garden Valley Ranch in Petaluma. This venue boasts multiple gardens spread out over five acres including a huge rose farm which lead guests over to the ceremony area. We started the day with a private first look in the secret garden area before all the portraits and ceremony. Afterwards, everyone headed to the Carriage House where everyone was treated to a delicious meal provided by Fogcutter. Eugenia and Rohan kicked off evening's festivities with a lovely first dance before Rohan's brother surprised everyone with a groomsmen flash mob dance performance. As the sunset, we ducked away for some additional portraits as we explored the grounds before heading back to join the party. Overall, a gorgeous and sweet day.

Wedding Venue: Garden Valley Ranch // Wedding Planner: Cindy Ng of Happily Ever After Events // Florist: Beijaflor Botanicals // Caterer & Desserts: Fogcutter // Rentals & Lighting: Bright Event Rentals // DJ: Beau Bergeron of Above & Beyond Events // Videographer: Daniel Chae // Officiant: Lauren Sneed of Rhythm & Light Ceremonies // Hair & Make-Up: Joey Cheung of Urban Beauty Loft // Invitations: Minted // Eugenia's Dress: Maggie Sottero // Rohan's Suit: The Black Tux // Rings: Brilliant Earth