For Amelia and Drew, wedding day dreams were always wrapped in warm light, rolling vineyards, and the easy-going elegance of California’s wine country. Though both are DC natives, Amelia spent her childhood in Sonoma, chasing sunny afternoons, field-to-table meals, and the scent of sunflowers and ripe fruit that fill the valley air - and she knew that returning here to say “I do” would feel like coming home. 


Their wedding unfolded beneath endless blue skies in the heart of Sonoma, California, where golden light wrapped the day in a gentle glow and every moment felt unhurried and joy-filled. The setting - framed by vineyard rows and bathed in late summer warmth - was a beautiful reflection of the couple’s love: grounded, radiant, and full of life.


From candid moments with bridesmaids basking in the sunshine to intimate exchanges between Amelia and Drew, the imagery captures both the quiet and electric moments of the day. There was laughter shared over long tables set for dinner, sunflowers and fragrant blooms dancing in the breeze, and tender glances between the couple as the golden hour settled over the valley. 


But what made this wedding truly unforgettable was how it felt like a celebration of everyone present - a gathering where family and friends savored the warmth of the setting, the beauty of the landscape, and the genuine joy of these two coming together. The sun-kissed palette, the relaxed joy in every smile, and the energy that carried through from ceremony to dance floor all felt perfectly Sonoma: radiant, heartfelt, and timeless.

Aerial view of a stone and terracotta winery building with curved architecture nestled in rolling vineyard hills.
Collage of modern white and green interior design elements featuring plants, frames, and decorative objects against white walls.
Bridesmaids in pastel pink and yellow dresses hold bouquets at an outdoor wedding celebration.
A collage of elegant wedding details including white heels, floral arrangements, and yellow decor elements against a soft backdrop.
Black and white photo series showing a flowing white wedding gown with intricate details captured from multiple angles outdoors.
A wedding couple dances together on a brick pathway surrounded by lush garden greenery.
A couple shares a joyful moment together outdoors under green trees during their wedding celebration.
A bride and groom share a romantic moment on a garden path beneath an outdoor pergola.
Bridesmaids in pink floral dresses walk and laugh together along a garden pathway.
Wedding party poses together on a brick patio surrounded by lush greenery on a sunny afternoon.
Wedding party in pink bridesmaid dresses poses outdoors in a garden setting with floral bouquets.
A romantic wedding photoshoot sequence captured on a brick pathway surrounded by lush greenery and white walls.
A bridal party in pink and sage green dresses poses together in a garden setting during a wedding celebration.
Elegant white and blush floral arrangements line a garden pathway creating a romantic outdoor ceremony setting.
Outdoor event setup with sunflower centerpieces, glassware on tables and beige umbrellas in a garden setting.
Wedding guests mingle and socialize on a grassy lawn with patio umbrellas and outdoor furniture during a daytime reception.
A diptych of fresh yellow lemons with white flowers in a vase, and a pink ruffled dress with floral details.
Wedding guests seated in white chairs at an outdoor ceremony venue during golden hour with Spanish-style architecture.
A group in pastel floral dresses stands in a line on green grass for a coordinated outdoor photo shoot.
Wedding party poses together on a sunlit lawn during an outdoor garden ceremony at golden hour.
A wedding celebration with guests in formal attire and yellow dresses gathered outdoors at a scenic venue with floral arrangements.
A happy couple embraces in a vineyard at sunset, the bride in white and groom in black tuxedo.
Black and white wedding photo series showing a couple walking and laughing together outdoors in formal attire.
Rustic outdoor wedding reception setup with wooden chairs and tables in a Mediterranean stone courtyard.
Elegant wedding cake decorated with fresh figs and delicate floral arrangements on a white pedestal stand.
Elegant outdoor reception venue with round dining tables and chairs arranged on a stone patio surrounded by Mediterranean architecture.
Overhead view of a formal dining table setup with white floral centerpieces and crystal glassware.
Long elegant dining tables set with white linens, woven chargers, and delicate greenery centerpieces for an upscale event.
Rustic outdoor wedding reception decor with lemon accents and white floral arrangements on stone tables.
Outdoor wedding reception venue at sunset with long dining tables and string lights illuminating a rustic stone courtyard.
A sequence of wedding dance photos shows a couple twirling and spinning on a warmly lit ballroom floor during their first dance.
Black and white photo of wedding reception guests dancing and holding champagne glasses on a dance floor.
A dancer in a white dress performs a graceful falling sequence against striped curtains in a studio space.
Dancers perform a dip move during a wedding reception on a black and white checkered dance floor.
Floral centerpiece with sunflower and pink carnations next to flowy floral print dresses in a vintage-style photo.
A couple in formal attire dances joyfully at a wedding reception while guests wave white napkins in celebration.

Planning & Design: Quintana Events 

Floral Design: The Wild Fleur

Venue: Jacuzzi Winery

Film Scans: Richard Photo Lab

Sonoma California Wedding Photographer: Audra Wrisley