When I was asked to second shoot a wedding alongside of the woman who shot my siblings wedding - I felt so honored. I remember thinking - "It is weird, I don't feel nervous - just anticipatory, excited for what the day could hold!" - I suppose those moments are reflections of doing what you're meant to be doing!


The wedding took place in St. Helena in the Napa area of Northern California at a private estate, how cool to get to arrive at such a beautiful property and get to do what I do best. I took a few minutes in the car when we arrived to really let it sink in.


I was currently sitting in my car, at the private estate of the owners of a winery of a wine that I used to spend my evenings serving at my local wine bar. I went from serving the wine the property owners make , to second shooting a private wedding event on their personal estate property.


Those full circle moments...the noticing of the thread that ties it all together. I love synchronicities like this.


SECOND SHOOTER FOR VANESSA LYNNE PHOTOGRAPHY // ST. HELENA // WEDDING

Groomsmen help adjust a tie and cuffs while getting ready for a wedding ceremony.
Groomsmen prepare for wedding day wearing navy suit and white dress shirt.
Two men in blue suits assist with adjusting a tie during wedding preparations.
Wedding party in coordinating navy blue suits poses together for formal photo.
Emotional wedding ceremony moment as couple exchanges vows in a vineyard setting.
Close-up detail shot of groom's navy suit sleeve and white cuff at outdoor wedding.
Elegant bride in white dress and veil poses against green foliage backdrop.
A romantic moment captured between a couple against lush green foliage.
Intimate moment between bride in white dress and groom in navy suit during outdoor wedding.
Side profile of bride wearing pearl hair accessories and delicate veil.
Close-up of bridal hair accessories showing pearl details and dangling earring.
Close-up of hands holding colorful spring wedding bouquets with white, purple and orange flowers.
Wedding party in pastel dresses holding vibrant wildflower bouquets in an outdoor garden setting.
Elegant table setting with colorful spring flowers in small vases and wine glasses.
Outdoor wedding reception setup with crossback chairs under large trees.