Blog – Delbarr Moradi Photography

Pink and Aqua Napa Wedding at Brix

dmoradip — Mon, 06 Mar 2017 01:00:21 +0000

These two lovebirds, all loved color, and their day featured a happy color palette of pink and aqua. The bride donned a wedding dress with a full shirt tulle and lace bodice. Her bouquet by Nancy Lui Chin Designs featured peonies, pink and orange garden roses, and trailing jasmine vine. Three flower girls wore pink flower crowns and the two ring bearers wore sweet pink ties.

The traditional church ceremony was held at the St. Helena Church. Afterwards, guests moved to Brix in Napa for the reception. To keep guests cool in the summer heat, a fun wall was installed featuring water misters. The seating chart was another unique wall installation featuring floating shelves with petite floral arrangements. Dinner was held al fresco, with a mix bright pink and orange linens from La Tavola dressing the tables. Centerpieces featured cafe au lait dahlias, hydranga, and peach Juliet roses arranged elegantly in footed gold compotes. The cake table was all about color, with a hot pink wall with a modern floral installation serving as a backdrop. The adorable cake by Pretty Please SF featured a fun gold herringbone pattern. All was expertly planned and designed by Charmed Event Group.

Garden Wedding at Beltane Ranch

dmoradip — Mon, 27 Feb 2017 01:00:01 +0000

The adorable Beltane Ranch in Sonoma served as the wedding location for this sweet couple, Lindsay and Lorenzo. Lindsay chose a strapless lace, a line gown and carried a loose garden bouquet filled with peonies, ranunculus and poppies. Ceremony was held under the oak tree and garden chairs were decorated with airy garlands of jasmine vine and peonies. One of our favorite moments was how Lindsay’s veil perfectly caught the wind right as they kissed.

Afterwards, guests were treated to spread of delicious charcuterie and aperol infused cocktails by Alex’s Catering. Dinner was held on the lawn, with long farmhouse tables decorated with delicate lace runners and soft blush florals by Brown Paper Design. Petite bundles of lavender and olive leaf added a fragrant touch at each place setting. Above a mixture of chandeliers and string lights created the perfect romantic glow. And finally a cake by Crisp Bake Shop display topped with a custom topper featured the couple and their pet pooch.

Colorful and Modern Healdsburg Wedding

dmoradip — Mon, 20 Feb 2017 09:00:57 +0000

This lush modern wedding held in Healdsburg, the California wine country, and planned by Enjoy Events Co. This couple said “I do” an intimate ceremony in the garden at the couple’s favorite winery, Medlock Ames. Glasses of rose where served to guests as they entered the ceremony and a group toast was included as part of the nuptials.

The reception was held in the modern foodie location, The Shed. Long tables at the reception held bright flowers in a hues of orange, red, and purple arranged organically in modern cement containers by Shotgun Floral Studio. The stationary and signage for the event was kept modern and understated with clean typography and only bands of color for embellishments. In lieu of cake, a smorgasbords of desserts including flourless chocolate cake and cupcakes, all by The Shed, was the perfect way to end this foodie couple’s wedding day.

Elegant Garden Wedding at Villa Montalvo

dmoradip — Mon, 06 Feb 2017 09:00:17 +0000

What a truly spectacular wedding day this was to capture! Jaucy and Jeff chose the beautiful Villa Montalvo as the location for their special day. Jaucy picked a simple strapless wedding dress and paired it with a soft blue belt and elegant chignon. That same soft blue featured in her belt was also was worn by her bridesmaids and served as an accent color throughout the wedding. Jaucy’s soft peach and pink bouquet was a work of art, and featured some of our favorite flowers including peach Juliet roses, pink garden roses, and white pieris.

The couple chose to hold a traditional church ceremony at Presbyterian Church of Los Gatos. Afterwards, guests came to the Villa for cocktails, dinner, and dancing. There, a mix of round and long tables draped with soft gray linens featured loose garden florals by Gavita Flora in footed urns. Dahlias, roses queen anne’s lace, were paired with seeded eucalyptus and trailing smilax vine. And a special thanks to The Knot for publishing this wedding.

Jewel Toned Wedding at Annadel Estate Winery

dmoradip — Thu, 26 Jan 2017 12:00:10 +0000

Annadel Estate Winery in Santa Rosa main a stunning backdrop for Andrew and Caitlin’s wedding day. The couple picked the unusual color scheme of burgundy, gray, with hints of peach and blue. The bride picked a classic satin dress and paired it with an French twist and long veil. Her bouquet, in shades of white, blue, and peach, featured Juliet roses, clematis, peach astilbe, and blue tweedia. The unique walled ceremony space of the winery was decorated with oversized floral arrangements of burgundy dahlias, antique hydranga and eucalyptus leaves by Chestnut & Vine. Oriental rugs lined the aisle instead of a traditional aisle runner. The ceremony arbor itself featured gray draped fabric, and pops of burgundy flowers. Dinner was held in an elegant tent from Zephryr Tents. Tables were decorated with gray runners, preppy stripped napkins, and lush floral arrangements in aged stone containers. All was expertly planned by A Savvy Event. And you can see more of this wedding right here on Martha Stewart Weddings.

Chalk Hill Wedding with Garden Details

dmoradip — Fri, 30 Dec 2016 09:00:19 +0000

If you have met Danielle and Caleb then you love them dearly. The moment I met them, there was an instant spark, a kindred spirit thing that set the tone for what their wedding was going to be all about. The love that pours out of these two really is contagious, unique, magnetic. Chalk Hill winery in Healdsburg served as the perfect backdrop for these two love birds’ wedding day. Danielle donned a strapless lace dress from Sarah Seven and carried a loose garden bouquet with trailing jasmine vine and cafe au lait dahlias. It was stunning! Caleb was decked in a formal black tux for this black tie event. The Ceremony was held on the lawn ringed with beautiful oak trees and a swagged arbor with eucalyptus garlands marked the spot. After the ceremony, guests enjoyed tasty bites from Stark Catering paired with estate wines during cocktail hour. For dinner, a Zepyhr Tent featured long farm house tables decorated with lush, blush, floral arrangements featuring annabelle hydrangea, garden roses, and dahlias by wedding planner and floral designer Jenna Lam Events. After dinner, the couple kicked off the dancing with an elaborate first dance featuring a mash up of the couple’s favorite songs ranging from Stevie Wonder to Queen. Special thanks to Utterly Engaged for featuring this wedding!

FEATURED! UTTERLY ENGAGED // ISSUE 05

dmoradip — Thu, 29 Dec 2016 14:01:25 +0000

It is always a joy to see my work in the pages of a print magazine, especially one as beautifully curated as Utterly Engaged. I felt so honored and lucky to document such a memorable day for Danielle and Caleb. Their wedding (more to come soon!) was a dream to be a part of mainly because the love that poured out of this couple was truly infectious. To this day, its one my all time favorite weddings. If you haven’t picked up a copy of Utterly Engaged, you’re missing out. The pages in this magazine are truly a work of art, especially if you’re a print obsessed collector like me.

Caitlin & Andrew, ENGAGED

dmoradip — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 02:38:35 +0000

One of the greatest highlights of my wedding season this year was meeting Caitlin & Andrew. Effortless, cool and just downright the sweetest people you’ll meet. I was truly honored to not only photograph these two during such a special season of their lives but to find a kindred connection with them both. We explored the same trails that Caitlin grew up running with her dad. These grounds hold a such a special place in her heart as she embarks on a new journey with Andrew there is even more richness with every step.

FEATURED! RUE MAGAZINE // MAY ISSUE

dmoradip — Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:22:42 +0000

May 2016 Issue for Rue Magazine. Recipe by Chef John of Culinary Catering / Styling by Bianca Sotelo / Food Photography by Delbarr Moradi

Featured: LONNY Mag, Second Living Room

dmoradip — Thu, 23 Jun 2016 23:16:24 +0000

I got the chance to photograph this drop dead gorgeous outdoor feature for Lonny, collaborating with the talented Caitlin Flemming of Sacramento Street. I loved watching her do her design magic as she created this outdoor space making me look forward to the day I can decorate my very own backyard. Head on over to Lonny to read her tips and inspiration behind it all.