autumn

{a few reasons why i LOVE this time of year}

napa valley tomato festival {a tomato lover's dream}

yesterday i had the pleasure of attending  the first annual napa valley tomato festival 

held at connolly ranch in napa.

what a tomato lover's dream! visitors enjoyed all things tomato- from a divine bite of a freshly cut tomato to the most perfectly seasoned gazpacho. 

{wild boar farms}

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{wild boar farms}

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{wild boar farms}

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{wild boar farms}

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{big ranch farms}

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{big ranch farms}

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{gott's roadside cherry tomatoes}

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{kara's cupcakes}

a true napa valley gem

tucked away in the hills, just above the town of saint helena, is one of the most stunning napa valley properties.  the awe inspiring views are enough to take your breath away and coupled with the beautifully manicured vineyards and landscaped grounds, one might think for a moment that you are touring a vineyard in the south of france.

i was ecstatic to have had the opportunity to photograph this special property and hope to do so again very soon.

{looking down over saint helena}

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{veraison - harvest will begin soon!}

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{the terraces}

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{morning sun on the grapes

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{the beautiful garden trellis}

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{amazing caves}

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{a little friend in the cave}

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{magnums}

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near and dear to my heart - a private napa valley residence

earlier this summer i had the pleasure of photographing this amazing property in oakville, california.   

not only is the estate beyond fabulous in too many ways to count, it holds a special place in my heart as some of the most significant moments and celebrations throughout my life have taken place there.  strolling through the grounds, sitting on the tennis court and walking down the driveway as i shot this 

piece of napa valley heaven, was like walking through the memories of my youth.

this is just a peek.  i look forward to sharing more with you in time.

{my favorite private driveway in napa valley}

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{perhaps the most sensational garden}

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{a delightful spot for afternoon tea hidden away behind the hydrangeas}

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{a sweet child's toy car parked on the tennis court waiting for his return}

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{a fabulous and fun playhouse nestled under the massive oaks}

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{who doesn't love a tepee?}

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claiborne swanson frank

Claiborne Swanson Frank, one of my oldest and dearest friends, will be debuting her amazing collection of stunning portraits at this year's Fashion's Night Out in New York.

So looking forward to it!

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i'm missing maui...and vacation...

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that's good stuff • carolyn burgess photography • napa valley, california • children's photography

an older photo that i thought was perfect to follow the last post.

dutch babies - yes please! • carolyn burgess photography • napa valley

no matter what time of day, dutch babies with sautéed strawberries are always yummy...especially when enjoyed with a glass of champagne! hot, buttery goodness!

on vacation - be back soon!

{one of our favourite places - mama's fish house, maui - taken with my iphone!}

july 4 2010 • martini winery fireworks • napa valley photography

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i feel at home when photographing in the vineyards • carolyn burgess photography • napa valley photography

Bancroft Ranch, Howell Mountain, Napa Valley

{the grapes from this amazing property can be found in the Beringer Vineyards Private Reserve as well as the single vineyard designate Beringer Vineyards Bancroft Ranch Merlot}

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