Babies are irrestistable, but I have to say, I’ve been photographing some awesome senior sessions lately as well, so this post is to share some with you.

Go Class 2011!!

This is Taylor, whom I’ve known for a few years - she’s been taking voice lessons from my husband in her rise to become a country music diva. We had such a blast exploring our beautiful and sometimes quirky coastline.

Here’s some favs:

Here’s some special ones from the session:

In between all the walking and exploring, I caught some special Olive moments that range from sometimes looking a tad confused (for those who have seen pictures of Olive know that this is a classic Olive expression) to an abundance of happiness.

Friends and Family gathered, during an unusually hot day, bringing their presents and love, and then everyone stood around Isabella and her mommy & daddy and all gave their blessings and good wishes.

It was hard to choose a few … but just for a taste of the day, here are some favorites.

Jessica Switala, florist extraordinaire of Fleurs de France, and I had another great day at Viansa Winery photographing inspiring table decorations. In February, we photographed a stunning color combination of deep purple with silver and also muted yellow and white combination. This time, we photographed a springtime-green with white and a sassy black with fushia pink.

[i love this newest trend of three different vases with three sets of floral bouquets.  crackled votive provide a nice soft light, especially for a reception set at dusk or in Viansa's wine cave.]

[this is the bridal bouquet jessica created for the springtime-green and white theme. jessica always chooses the best white ranunculas! i thought the sculpture at viansa was a nice background for this classic bouquet.]

[the handsome botinere - love the orchid!]

For my wedding, I chose a very similar fushia as my accent color. My wedding took place outside, but if it had been inside, I would have loved to use this striking combination.

[the heart shape occurs naturally]

[the fushia and black theme carry on in matching floral accesories. for the groom, a fun little piece with black feathers and a black and white striped ribbon. for the bride, fun threads of pink accent the bouquet with matching black feathers. remember, birds of a feather, flock together!]

Till next time, happy wedding planning!

]]> http://blog.norahburrows.com/2010/03/15/more-fun-at-viansa-winery-sonoma-calif/feed/ http://blog.norahburrows.com/2010/03/10/isabellas-sweet-at-six-months-babys-first-year-program-sebastopol-ca/ http://blog.norahburrows.com/2010/03/10/isabellas-sweet-at-six-months-babys-first-year-program-sebastopol-ca/#comments Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:58:05 +0000 Norah http://blog.norahburrows.com/?p=653 Photographing a baby at six-months old has to be the cutest moment*. They are sitting, smiling, and their cute little clothes actually fit.

(*But then again, I could say my favorite age is when they are in their sleepy-newborn stage and the studio is completely silent except for the little baby breaths and the click of the shutter. And then I am also looking forward to Isabella’s First Birthday Celebration session as well - cake, bubbles, ballons. Need I say more?)

My very first bridal show took place this past Sunday at the Modern Day Bridal Show, held at the San Francisco Concourse. Everyone, including both the brides and the other participating wedding professionals, really enjoyed my booth. With the poppy-teal antique doors, fun photography, and beautiful albums, it was bright, cheery, and different. (Believe me, it took some time to organize it all, but I was very happy with how it turned out.) It definitely reflected my style.

norah burrows photography booth

We had a great turn out. Many thanks to all the brides - and moms, sisters, best friends, and husbands-to-be - for making our first experience fabulous. Don’t forget, March 30th I will be drawing the name of a lucky winner of a Photo Guest-Signature Book!

it's the little details that make the difference.

norah @ her booth

Thanks!

This past Saturday Viansa Winery held a social for their 2010 brides. In the cellar tables were set, each with a different color scheme to give a little inspiration to the brides. Jessica, creative director & owner of Fleurs de France, and I wanted to take advantage of this gorgeous setting and use this opportunity to delight our visual senses.

We had two very different themes - one was colored with cotton whites and muted yellow and the other a rich plum with silver and a pop of green. Both designs turned out beautifully and I had so much fun photographing all the details.

Many thanks to Jessica, from Fleurs de France, for creating these artfully designed floral arrangements and also an extended thank you to Viansa for your trust and support.

This series would be a great scheme for an outdoor spring or summer wedding. I can just imagine these tables out on a grassy knoll. Jessica incorporated some great ideas into her centerpiece with the rustic wood and leaf treatment. Be sure to take a close look at the tablecloth!

This next series fits beautifully in Viansa’s Cellar. The silver chairs are gorgeous against the deep purple and work very well with the Cellar color. Jessica made the most gorgeous centerpiece I have ever seen.

[stella, before and after, she gave us a run for our money]

Here’s a short slideshow of my favorites: Norah’s Favorites

(by the way, if you are clicking the link above and it’s been awhile since the date on this post, the link may have already expired. sorry!)

I had a very special meeting with Tracy and Jason over the Holiday Break. Special because this was our very first meeting and I probably will not see them again until the middle of next year - on their wedding day!

Tracy and Jason are getting married at Paradise Ridge Winery on June 25, 2011. This happens to be my wedding anniversary as well. By the way, Spencer, my husband, and I could not think of a better way to spend our anniversary than during a day celebrating the love of two people.