Andrew knew exactly where at Filoli he wanted to propose to Susana. The little circular pond was already a meaningful spot for the two of them, and he had even shown me a photo of them from a previous visit together. Coming back to that same place for such a big moment made it feel all the more special. [ read more … ]

Lisa and Zach’s micro-wedding at Filoli Gardens was intimate, relaxed, and full of wonderful little moments. With only their closest family and friends gathered around them, and surrounded by lush greenery and happy tears, they chose to exchange their vows in the High Place garden. [ read more … ]

Kelvin knew exactly what he wanted for this moment with Christinea: something quiet, romantic, and completely centered on the two of them. And honestly… Filoli is made for that. [ read more … ]

I met Alyssa and Zach at Filoli on a late-summer afternoon, the kind of day when the brick mansion glowed in the warm sun. From the first hello, these two slipped so naturally into each other’s orbit, embracing in the gardens, twirling on the steps, and sinking into a quiet joy that photographs so beautifully. [ read more … ]

Richard and Ada’s Filoli House marriage proposal was pure joy from start to finish. I had advised Richard to avoid Labor Day and its associated heavy crowds… but he just couldn’t wait! And honestly? I’m glad he didn’t. We found a quiet pocket by the brick façade and ivy-draped windows, and in that moment, it felt like we had the whole gardens all to ourselves. [ read more … ]