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Hi! Thank you for visiting my blog and entering my little world of Wedding and Engagement Photography. My name is Lili Durkin. I photograph weddings mainly in the larger Bay Area, from Napa to Carmel, but have traveled internationally to document love (and would love to do so anytime!). I love what I do- and know how incredibly blessed I am to be able to say that.

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The Mountain Terrace Wedding Photographer : Teresa and Jared

May 21st, 2013

I love the energy that surrounds this couple… Teresa and Jared are so much fun, full of laughter, love and surrounded by a wonderful group of friends and family. It was such a pleasure to photograph their wedding at The Mountain Terrace in Woodside. If you haven’t seen that venue, you should check it out. It sits on the skyline ridge and has views of the valley, towering redwoods, and a charming ambiance.

Back to Teresa and Jared… this is one of those weddings where I am sad it is over. I have looked forward to it for a year, knowing what a great couple these two are and what a good time their wedding would be. They both just make everyone around them feel so special- it was an honor to witness and document. They really made my job easy!

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Jacob was a magician with Teresa’s hair- he was amazing to watch as he created Teresa’s chic do.

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Ah, how I love a first look! I love the absolute delight they share in seeing each other for the first time. What a sweet moment!

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Mack was so excited to see them!

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

The Mountain Terrace has an extensive lawn area that is perfect for lawn games.

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Teresa in this dress…. WOW!

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

The swing adorned with ribbons was definitely a favorite spot for photographs.

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Teresa and Jared opted not to have a traditional cake and instead served up cookies and milk for all of their guest… LOVE.

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

I can’t think of a better way to cap off the night than surrounded by friends and family being warmed by a campfire.

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Wedding Venue: The Mountain Terrace in Woodside

Wedding Coordinator: Aerin Murphy

Wedding Dress: Vera Wang

Hair Artist: Jacob Innocencio

Flowers: Michaela’s Flower Shop

DJ: Denon and Doyle

Wedding Photographer: Lili Durkin Photographer

Associate Photographer: Karen Santos- Thank you Karen!

 

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Saratoga Engagement Photographer : Kristin and Bryan

May 10th, 2013

Kristin and Bryan met me at the Mountain Winery in Saratoga for their engagement session. We had a great time being exploring the beautiful grounds while enjoying live music by a Calypso band. What fun!

 

Mountain Winery Wedding Photographer

Mountain Winery Wedding Photographer

Mountain Winery Wedding Photographer

Mountain Winery Wedding Photographer

Mountain Winery Wedding Photographer

Mountain Winery Wedding Photographer

Mountain Winery Wedding Photographer

Mountain Winery Wedding Photographer

Mountain Winery Wedding Photographer

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The Mountain Terrace Woodside Wedding Photographer : Sneak Peek

May 3rd, 2013

Agh, I had so much fun photographing the wedding of Teresa and Jared in Woodside at the Mountain Terrace. Here is a little sneak peek, more to come!

Woodside wedding photographer

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Kenwood Inn and Spa Wedding : Sneak Peek

May 2nd, 2013

More to come from this gorgeous destination wedding in Sonoma! Congratulations to Georgina and Ferry!

Sonoma Wedding Photographer

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Casa Real Wedding Photographer : Marian and Marco

April 19th, 2013

The gorgeous Casa Real in Livermore was the venue for the beautiful spring wedding of Marian and Marco. This sweet couple first met at a mutual friend’s birthday party. Although they noticed each other, they didn’t speak again until their friend’s birthday the following year! Marco had been thinking about Marian and was delighted to discover she would be attending the party. As fate would have it, when Marian arrived fashionably late, and the only seat left at the dinner table was next to Marco. Magic ensued and later that night, Marco asked Marian to if she would like to spend every Friday night together going forward. You know what? They have!

East Bay Wedding Photographer

East Bay Wedding Photographer

The stunning spring florals were done by Laura Miller Design.

East Bay Wedding Photographer

East Bay Wedding Photographer

These lovebirds chose to have a first look- which I love! They got to admire eachother before the ceremony and get some of the pre-wedding jitters out. When it came time for the ceremony, emotions still ran high as Marian walked down the aisle.

East Bay Wedding Photographer

East Bay Wedding Photographer

East Bay Wedding Photographer

East Bay Wedding Photographer

East Bay Wedding Photographer

The delicious cake was made by Jen’s Cakes.

East Bay Wedding Photographer

Before the wedding ceremony, a tea ceremony was held where tea was presented to both sets of parents and gifts were given to Marian and Marco.

East Bay Wedding Photographer

I love these series of images from their emotional and uplifting ceremony.

East Bay Wedding Photographer

East Bay Wedding Photographer

East Bay Wedding Photographer

East Bay Wedding Photographer

East Bay Wedding Photographer

East Bay Wedding Photographer

East Bay Wedding Photographer

This wedding was a success because of the hard work of the following amazing vendors:

Venue: Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery

Event Planner: Jessica Helbush with Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery

Florist: Laura Miller Design

Bakery: Jen’s Cakes

Officiant: John Riemenschnitter

Photographer: Lili Durkin

Assistant Photographer: Becca Martin- thank you Becca!!!

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Los Altos Engagement Photographer : Ashley and Brian

March 6th, 2013

I had such a great time hanging out with these two for their engagement shoot in Los Altos. Ashley, with her radiant smile and infectious laugh, and Brian with his sarcastic humor kept the mood light and fun. They had just returned form a working vacation in Hawaii, and that easy aloha spirit was evident from both of them. Don’t they just glow? They were absolutely adorable together. We roamed the hillside of Los Altos for their engagement shoot, finding a lovely olive orchard, rustic barn, a dreamy house, and open fields. Thank you for a wonderful time Ashley and Brian!

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

The light in the olive orchard was so lovely. Asley and Brian just fell right into the shoot- you would never know that this was a new experience for them- you two rocked it!

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

Ashley- you are gorgeous!

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

Both Ashley and Brian travel quite a lot for work. To make sure their love stays strong, they try their best to  schedule their time in other countries to overlap as much as possible. They have been quite fortunate to travel to many countries together. They have seen so much of this world- what a blessing for them!

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

I love these sweet little moments. Ashley laughing at some witty thing Brian has said as the sunlight dances on her. A little flare of sunlight comes into the shot as she kisses Brian.

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

Those eyes!

Los Altos Wedding Photographer Lili Durkin

Ashley and Brian will be married this coming summer at Sand Rock Farm in Aptos, California. I am very much looking forward to it!

 

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Santa Cruz Engagement Photographer : Melissa and Matt

February 12th, 2013

Ah, what can I say about this adorable couple? Not only did they introduce me to a new favorite beach, but they were a total delight to photograph. They had clearly put so much thought into making their shoot reflect them, and I love the end result. Mac, their 6 month old pup made a cameo, balloons and a fun dress popped against what started out as gray skies and these two really know how to have fun together. I am really looking forward to their Radonich Ranch wedding later this year!California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

Melissa, you are STUNNING!

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos

California Beach Engagement Photos