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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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Point Lobos Ridge Estate Carmel Wedding Photographer : Lauren and Vlad : Part 1

August 4th, 2011

This Carmel wedding, high on a ridge overlooking the gorgeous coastline was one (if not the most) beautiful weddings I have ever witnessed. Point Lobos Ridge Estate has become my dream home- seriously… it is spectacular in every sense of the word. I hope to have many reasons to return! Lauren and Vlad, as you can see are a stunning couple. Lauren- you are radiant, a rare beauty that draws people in with your poise and intelligence. It was an honor to document your day!

This day really was incredible, including the weather! Sunshine blessed the ceremony and then the most beautifully romantic fog rolled in about 20 minuted afterwards. With a wine tasting station, family style dinner, vodka shots, and dancing on the patio up in the clouds, I couldn’t get enough of this wedding. A special thank you to my assistant Crystal for being my second set of eyes!

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

Carmel Valley Wedding Photographer

This gorgeous event had lots of contributers…

Wedding/Event Planner : Heidi Hughett of Coastside Couture

Venue: Point Lobos Ridge Estate

Florist: Linda at Country Essences Flowers

DJ: Music Your Way

Caterer: Classic Catering

Rentals: Chic Event Rentals

Video: Peri at Big Time Video

 

Come back tomorrow for more from this beautiful wedding!

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Carmel Wedding Photographer : Rehearsal Dinner : Lauren and Vlad

July 26th, 2011

Lauren and Vlad held their rehearsal dinner on a chilly night in June at Wedding Rock in Carmel. With cozy blankets hanging over the back of chairs, candles on the tables, libations to warm from within, and amazing food by Roli Roti, spirits were high! After dinner, Lauren and Vlad led their guests down luminarie lined steps to warm bonfires for smores. What a wonderful way to welcome their guests for this Carmel Destination Wedding Weekend!

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

Carmel Wedding Photographer, Wedding Rock

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Palmdale Estate Wedding Photographer : Katie and Kevin

July 25th, 2011

Palmdale Estate in Fremont was the backdrop for the lovely wedding of Katie and Kevin this past June. Enjoy!

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

Bay Area Wedding Photographer

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Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer : Joy and Tim

July 22nd, 2011

A sweet chapel, crafty touches and a terrifically fun crowd made this Morgan Hill Wedding absolutely wonderful. As you can tell from their Santa Cruz Engagement Session, Joy and Tim are a fun couple who adore each other. They look at each other with the same starry eyes that they had when I met them over a year and a half ago- what a treat to witness!

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

I think this Fairy Tale Book ring pillow/ holder is so sweet… and peonies??? My very favorite!!

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Joy had her bridemaids sign the bottom of her shoes. Really cute!

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Isn’t this chapel out of a storybook?

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Love.

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Joy stunned everyone by surprising everyone with her truly gorgeous voice. She sung “Make you Feel My Love” to Tim…. goosebumps!

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Joy and Tim’s guestbook was this completely creative collaboration between Joy and one of her friends. I thought it was so unique and really loved it!

Morgan Hill Wedding Photographer

Joy and Tim, congratulations you two!!! I know you will have a long, loving journey together- keep those stars in your eyes!

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Ferry Building San Francisco Engagement Session : Li and Ibrahim

June 27th, 2011

Li and Ibrahim’s Mill Valley Wedding is coming right up and I wanted to share their adorable engagement images from our engagement shoot at the Ferry Building in San Francisco.

San Francisco Engagement Photographer

San Francisco Engagement Photographer

San Francisco Engagement Photographer

San Francisco Engagement Photographer

San Francisco Engagement Photographer

San Francisco Engagement Photographer

San Francisco Engagement Photographer

San Francisco Engagement Photographer

San Francisco Engagement Photographer

San Francisco Engagement Photographer

San Francisco Engagement Photographer

San Francisco Engagement Photographer

 

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San Jose Bridal Shower

June 22nd, 2011

I had a great time photographing Tina’s Bridal Shower in San Jose a couple of weeks ago. Frank (Tina’s fiance) dropped her off at the shower, so we had the chance for a mini engagement shoot as well! Tina, you are gorgeous and are fit to be royalty!

Tina’s mom, Elvia passed away last year. I loved the sweet touch of incorporating a recipe of Elvia’s in memory of her.

San Jose Bridal Shower

All the beautiful sisters!

San Jose Bridal Shower

These ladies know how to throw a great party!

San Jose Bridal Shower

Lucia will make an adorable flower girl!

San Jose Bridal Shower

I love these shots of Tina with her grandmother.

San Jose Bridal Shower

San Jose Bridal Shower

Tina and Frank will get married at the St. Francis Winery and Vineyards in the Napa area late this summer.

San Jose Engagement Photography

San Jose Engagement Session

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Mill Valley Wedding Photographer : Rachel and Warren

June 2nd, 2011

Rachel and Warren were married at the Mill Valley Community Center late this spring. This was such a fun filled, family friendly event complete with a jumpy house, popcorn, candy, lottery tickets, and some fantastic dancing. This wedding was one for the record books! Here are some images from this fantastic day!

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

 

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

 Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding

 

Mill Valley Community Center Wedding