During one of the longest, most gorgeous days of June, I was privileged to photograph Abby and Loren’s stunning wedding at Relais du Soleil.
This spectacular wedding venue in Glen Ellen is nestled in Nuns Canyon, at the base of the Mayacamas, the mountain range that separates Napa from Sonoma. The 120 acre country estate is a natural paradise, complete with a turn-of-the-century farm house, hundred year-old trees, open fields, wild flowers and the Calabazas Creek running through the property.
Relais du Soleil is a nature lover’s dream location for a wedding, not only for the sheer beauty of the place, but it gives you the distinct feeling that you are visiting a very good friend’s country getaway in Northern California’s esteemed Wine Country. Abby and Loren were so at ease at their wedding –as both were incredibly comfortable and happy, enjoying their family, their friends, and most importantly, enjoying each other in an incredibly relaxed, yet sophisticated, atmosphere.
From a photographer’s perspective, this venue is a dream. Abby and Loren chose to say their vows below a cathedral-esque tree. The tree itself was absolutely gorgeous as a backdrop, and the filtered light beneath the tree was perfect for wedding photography. Lucky me –the couple was very much in love, the scenery was spectacular, the natural light was perfection, and the atmosphere was full of love. You can’t ask for more!!
