Santa Ynez Valley Wedding at Lavender Oak Vineyard

Richard and Jenny’s wedding at Lavender Oak Vineyard was the perfect blend of relaxed elegance and heartfelt moments. Set in the stunning Santa Ynez Valley, their wedding had everything we love—beautiful golden light, a charming ranch house as the backdrop, and a focus on the people who mattered most to them. They wanted their day to feel natural, filled with genuine interactions rather than overly posed portraits, which is exactly our style! It was such a dream to capture Richard and Jenny’s wedding day here!

A Celebration of Love at Lavender Oak Vineyard | Santa Ynez Valley Wedding Day

One of the most special things about this wedding was how friends and family traveled from all over the country—and even Europe—to celebrate with them! The love in the air was undeniable, from guests dipping their toes in the pool during cocktail hour to the candle-lit reception that followed. Some of our favorite moments included Richard’s sweet interactions with his grandmother in her blue dress and white hat, the many smiles exchanged throughout the evening, and the electric energy on the dance floor to end the night.

Bethany Joy | Santa Barbara Wedding and Couples Photographers Serving All Of Santa Ynez Weddings

We thrive on capturing weddings just like this—where the focus is on real moments, documentary-style storytelling, and the connections between people. Santa Ynez Valley is such a dream location, and we’d love to photograph more weddings here! If you’re planning your own intimate, people-focused wedding and want photos that reflect the heart of your day, let’s chat. Reach out here, and let’s make some magic together!