Saint Helena | Napa Valley | Fine Art Vineyard Photography | Carolyn Corley Burgess

There are so many beautiful little vineyards tucked away in this valley. 

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the saint helena tree tunnel {loved since childhood}

not once, in my almost 33 years of life,  have i driven through the tree tunnel just north of main street in saint helena, and not marveled at the beauty of those elms or been reminded of all the times that i've held my breath while driving beneath those amazing and historic trees.

now that i'm a mother, a new dimension of excitement and joy has been added to the tree tunnel experience.  my son, a highly observant and always enthusiastic nature lover, has embraced the tree tunnel with the same love and excitement as i did as a child...and i couldn't be happier.

whether on our way to preschool in the morning, making a quick trip to the market or just on a drive to take a look at what's around...we love our breath holding contests and we love our tree tunnel.

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always on my mind {food}

i consider myself beyond extraordinarily fortunate to live in the napa valley. as a mother, i can't dream of a more ideal place to raise my children.as a photographer, i could not ask for a better source of inspiration combined with unlimited opportunities.as a foodie, this valley is like a candy store offering endless tasty treats and delectable delights to satisfy any craving or culinary desire. whether it be the crême de tomate en croute from  bistro jeanty, the fried chicken from ad hoc, the english muffins from the model bakery, the ken's roll from go fish, or the macaroons from bouchon bakery...  i am always happy when i'm eating at one of my napa valley favourites.

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{model bakery | saint helena}

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{famous english muffins | the model bakery}

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{bistro jeanty | yountville}

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{patio | bistro jeanty}

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{bouchon bakery cart | yountville}

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{preparing the macaroons | bouchon bakery}

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{ken's roll | go fish}

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{vegetable tempura | go fish}

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family fun + holiday card shoots {life + love + laughter}

shooting the raw beauty of vineyards and the visual fabulousness of food are just two elements of my photographer's life that i love, another is having the honour of capturing a family's love and spirit. i have so much fun following families around while they laugh and play together, and particularly love capturing those endearing and not-so-obvious moments that warm your heart.  here are a few images from a couple of wonderful family holiday card shoots.

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chasing the light

light makes photography. embrace light. admire it. love it. 
but above all, know light. 
know it for all you are worth, 
and you will know the key to photography. 
- george eastman

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{mount saint helena}
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{napa valley}
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{howell mountain}
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{saint helena}
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{howell mountain}
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{eastern hills of napa valley}
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autumn

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

july 4 2010 • martini winery fireworks • napa valley photography

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