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Empire Mine weddings are so beautiful in the spring when the gardens are in full bloom. Late May and early June are my favorite months in the park, before the heat of summer sets in. Even in the height of summer, the park stays much cooler than surrounding areas thanks to the lush greenery. This […]
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Are you searching for the perfect wedding venue for your big day? Then look no further, Andy and I are so excited to be rolling out this series on our blog! Every Friday for the next several months we’ll be featuring one of our favorite wedding venues in the Sierra Foothills, Lake Tahoe, and Sacramento. From rolling vineyards […]
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The Venue: Empire Mine State Park One of my favorite wedding venues of all time is Empire Mine State Park in Grass Valley, Ca. Many of my brides from the Bay Area tell me that they “looked everywhere” for a venue, and nothing surpassed the lush gardens, diverse textures, and beauty of Empire Mine. I […]
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I love being a photographer in Northern California! Every time of year, I can find beautiful warm feeling light, and my favorite tall grasses or weeds to shoot through! Even though it was technically winter- here’s a sneak peek at a recent fall-feeling engagement session shot near empire mine and downtown Grass Valley.
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Empire Mine Wedding | Laura and Ken This summer I had the honor of photographing Laura & Ken’s beautiful Empire Mine Wedding in Grass Valley, CA. this is one of my (many) favorite locations in Gold Country. Not only is the entire park lush and beautiful, but it’s filled with rustic brick and rock areas everywhere. […]
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