You will probably recognize the location of this lifestyle shoot…hmmm…remember that awesome couple named Kelly and Ryan? Yeah, we did part of their engagement session there. The place is Oak Farm Vineyards in Lodi, CA. The Panella Family are the managers and wedding/event coordinators there at the vineyards and Dayna was so kind to ask me to photograph their family after she saw Kelly and Ryan’s photos.
I am simply in love with Oak Farm. It is the embodiment of the pure, rustic nature of an established vineyard. If you’re looking to get married somewhere flashy and “couture” this is probably not the place. If you’re looking to get married somewhere organic, somewhere “real”, somewhere that is relaxed and unbelievable comforting with it’s natural beauty…this is the place! It is so quiet, so serene.
Anyhow, sorry for getting carried away. The Panellas are too cool. We had a blast watching Lilly throw rocks and carry pumpkins around while baby Jacob was just as cool as can be. I’ve been really stoked with the kids I’ve had to photograph in the last month or so, they’ve just been awesome. We were able to get some great images around the estate and then we spent some time talking about family, business, church, etc. Awesome people! Enjoy.