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St. Helena, CA

St. Helena Wedding, Engagement, Portrait, and Event Photographer

St. Helena is Napa Valley’s charming heart — a perfect mix of historic main street, iconic wineries, oak-lined lanes, and golden hillside vineyards. It’s a beautiful setting for weddings, destination engagements, proposals, portraits, branding sessions, and refined celebrations of every kind.

Services Offered in St. Helena

We photograph weddings, micro-weddings, proposals, destination engagements, portraits, branding, boudoir, and corporate events throughout St. Helena’s estates, gardens, wineries, and along its iconic Main Street.

Weddings & elopements
Engagements & surprise proposals
Destination engagement weekends
Portraits & branding (teams & individuals)
Boudoir sessions
Corporate & event coverage

Why St. Helena

Think vineyard views, tree-lined lanes, heritage stone wineries, and golden light. St. Helena offers a polished yet relaxed Napa Valley experience — ideal for refined celebrations and timeless photography.

Working with Us

We blend digital and analog film for images that feel elegant and real. From timeline support to location scouting and wardrobe guidance, we make the process easy — so you can be present and enjoy the day.

Weddings in St. Helena

From historic estates to contemporary barns and garden courtyards, St. Helena’s venues are designed for unforgettable ceremonies, gracious dinners, and lively dance floors — with photo locations moments away.

Top Venues in St. Helena

Charles Krug Winery (Great Lawn & Carriage House)
Beringer Vineyards (Rhine House & gardens)
Meadowood Napa Valley (estate settings)
Harvest Inn (redwood groves & vineyard views)
Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch (rustic chic)
Brasswood (courtyard & modern winery)
Tre Posti (gardens & indoor/outdoor ballroom)
V. Sattui Winery (stone architecture & lawns)
CIA at Greystone (historic stone & barrel room)
Merryvale Vineyards (Cellar Room & Cask Room)

Engagements & Proposals

Propose among the vines, at a private tasting, or under oak trees with valley views. For sessions, we often pair a scenic overlook with a stroll along Main Street for classic St. Helena charm.

Destination Engagements

Make it a weekend: sunrise views, vineyard picnics, tastings, and golden-hour portraits. We’ll help plan locations, timing, and permits as needed.

Portraits & Branding

Clean, modern headshots and lifestyle branding captured around wineries, courtyards, and contemporary interiors — plus environmental portraits along Main Street for texture and variety.

Corporate & Events

Retreats, awards dinners, and tastings at wineries and resorts. We balance documentary storytelling with polished editorial imagery for your brand.

What Sets Us Apart

Hybrid digital + analog film coverage
Thoughtful direction that still feels natural
Custom timelines and location scouting
Complimentary yearly photo session for all clients — as long as we’re in business

Best Time & Locations

Best Light: Golden hour (sunrise/sunset) for vineyards; mid-morning shade for Main Street portraits.

Favorite Spots: Winery lawns and cypress drives, heritage stone walls, trellised vines, courtyard gardens, and tucked-away lanes just off Main Street.

Where to Stay

Luxury

Meadowood Napa Valley
Alila Napa Valley
Southbridge Napa Valley

Mid-Range

Harvest Inn
Wydown Hotel
Vineyard Country Inn

Affordable

El Bonita Motel
Inn St. Helena
Nearby options along Hwy 29 & in Calistoga

Top Restaurants

Fine Dining

The Charter Oak
PRESS
Acacia House

Farm-to-Table & Elevated Casual

Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch
Brasswood Bar + Kitchen
Cook St. Helena

Casual & Local Favorites

Gott’s Roadside (original location)
The Model Bakery
Pizzeria Tra Vigne

FAQ

Can you help with permits or private locations? Yes — we’ll advise on venue guidelines, permits, and the best private spots.

Do you shoot film here? Absolutely — St. Helena’s light and textures are perfect for analog film. We offer hybrid coverage on request.

Get in Touch

Ready to plan your St. Helena session or event? Contact us here — we’d love to help.

Facts About St. Helena

Location: Northern Napa Valley
Known for: Historic stone wineries, Main Street shopping/dining
Signature: Vineyard landscapes, oak canopies, cypress drives
Nearby: Calistoga, Rutherford, Yountville
Climate: Mediterranean — warm, dry summers; mild winters