Castello di Amorosa

John and I photographed at the incredible Castello di Amorosa.  The celebration was for the wine club members who came dressed in Medieval costumes that looked liked they were straight out of central casting.  Incredible detail on the castle as well as the clothing.  The catering provided by Knickerbockers enriched the Medieval experience as there was no silverware, hands only.  The evening location and event were a photographers' dream.

Saturday's wedding (4/10/10) was a delight.  An intimate group at Domaine Chandon with spring clouds, gorgeous light and beautiful people.  Congratulations to Whitney and David.  Another spectacular event by one of our favorite coordinators, Traci Steuteville.

KOPOL BONICK studio

Red Hawk Down

Spent much of Tuesday working in the orchard on our property.  We have an acre or so of Asian Pear trees in four varieties.  Harvest is late August through early October and the fruit is a rare treat.

Sadly, I found the fresh remains of a redtail hawk, dead of no apparent cause.  I took him out of his resting place in the field so the ants wouldn’t invade.  We photographed his beautiful winged form this morning before calling the Department of Fish and Game. 

As amazing as this bird is up close, I’d much rather seem him in flight.  

- John