The groom carrying the bride, both laughing among lavender

Once Upon
a Love

A VINEYARD WEDDING

Photographer · Paula Pastrana
Springfield Manor Winery,
Distillery & Brewery

I first photographed them as a couple a year before their wedding. An afternoon among yellow flowers, shared laughter and quiet moments together. A year later, I was there for their wedding at Springfield Manor: a Colombian bride, an American groom, and a day full of people they loved.

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A year before

An afternoon among yellow flowers, a year before their wedding. Time to slow down and simply be together, with a little guidance, and room for something real to happen.

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Before the day begins

The dress and the rings, a toast with friends, a few quiet moments by the window. In another room, he was getting ready with his people, too.

BEFORE YOUR DAY

Before your wedding, we talk through your story, your ideas and the timeline. That preparation gives us room to be present when the day arrives.

All the way to I do

Then it was time to see each other. Their people watched, they shared their vows, and the ceremony became a memory they would all carry.

DURING THE CEREMONY

I follow what is happening between you and around you: a look, a hand held a little tighter, the people taking it all in.

A little room to play

In the lavender, we made time for portraits, music and a little play. Some moments began with a pose; others happened as they moved, laughed and found their way back to each other.

IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA

I guide you when you need it, then leave space for your own connection. Soft focus, movement and unexpected angles are intentional parts of how I tell the story.

Back to everyone

A run through the flowers with friends, the groom lifted into the air, then back inside. Sunglasses, toasts, cake and dancing — the rest of the night belonged to everyone.

THROUGH THE CELEBRATION

I keep an eye on the timeline while following the energy of the day. Afterwards, your photographs come together in a gallery, delivered within the timeframe we agree on.