Posts tagged California
California Villa Inspiration

When Elizabeth Messina hosts a photography workshop, you can be dead certain that the ambience, lighting, and details are going to be on point.  Here, workshop attendee Maru Photography of Vancouver shares a collection of moody images that exude an old world appeal in a new world setting.  Photographed at Sunstone Winery in Santa Ynez, California, the inspiration captured could be executed beautifully at a number of Canada's own wineries or perhaps on a private estate.  Russian olive trees are plentiful across the Canadian landscape which would make for a perfect substitute in the absence of more traditional species.  And of course, roses are in no short supply....  

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Palm Springs Estate Wedding Inspiration

Destination inspiration will always have a home here on Vale + Vine, especially as a large contingent of Canadian couples choose to throw winter weddings in warmer locales.  Today's feature is by Alberta photographer Justine Milton, shot on a private estate in Palm Springs, California.  With a nuanced nod to the desert, the pastel gown, succulents, and cross-back chairs pair well with the natural surroundings and would translate easily to a destination weddings from Mexico to Morocco.  For more wedding inspiration, follow Vale + Vine's Pinterest boards.

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