a timeless wine country wedding nestled in the hills of Napa
To know Katelyn + Patrick is to love them. They are some of the kindest, funniest, and most thoughtful couples I have ever had the pleasure of working with. We instantly connected after they found me Instagram, where soon after, we arranged an engagement session at their wedding venue at Upstreams Vineyard in Napa, CA.
From Katelyns first inquiry, I knew her and Patrick's love story was nothing short of special.
They met in college and were always friendly, but did not start dating the spring of their senior year. Both Katelyn and Patrick lost their fathers far too young, and they've always had a feeling they set them up from heaven. Fast forward 5 beautiful years, they got engaged, and now are MARRIED!
Being from the East Coast, they wanted a more lush and scenic destination wedding in the heart of wine country. Katelyn's family has hosted a couple weddings on this beautiful property, and ever since she was a little girl, she knew she wanted her special day to be here as well.
The morning started with Katelyn and her girls getting done up by one of the most talented makeup artists in Sonoma County, Stefanie Weinapple. Katelyn's classic low bun by Stella Stevens emphasized her glowing skin, simple jewelry and INSANE dress from Alexandra's Bridal Boutique! We had to snag a few bridal portraits of Katelyn before her first look with Patrick because hello, look at her! Katelyn also shared a sweet first look with her mom right before sharing one with Patrick.
Patrick and his groomsmen (two of them being his brothers) kept their morning casual and lighthearted. They got ready, lounged around, and joked all morning. They could barely stop laughing for photos, and thats always
fine with me!
Patrick's reaction to Katelyn during their first look was one I will NEVER forget! His jaw literally dropped the moment he set eyes on her. His first words, "Wow", and then a louder, "WOW!" had us all smiling. I'm so happy they hired videographers Sofiya and Tim from Sofiya Luna Weddings so I can rewatch this sweet moment forever!
Katelyn + Patrick's wine country wedding
was classic, timeless, and elegant. Their centerpieces were freshly picked grapes directly from the vineyard they married in, with gentle pops of red accents and mixed matched candlesticks that belonged to Katelyn's late grandparents. Having several weddings between their siblings and cousins, the Hornes are no strangers on how to throw a party! Celebrating with their closest family and friends, they enjoyed delicious food, props on the dance floor (a hilarious tradition) and a late night taco truck.
I will forever be honored and thankful that Katelyn + Patrick's chose me to document their wedding.
How lucky am I to call them lifelong friends! To Mr. & Mrs Horne, xx.
