Tom + Erica, July 9, 2011 - Fieldbrook Winery .{Arcata Wedding Photographer}

Saturday I drove out to Arcata for this fabulous, laid-back, Humboldt-style wedding at the lush and beautiful Fieldbrook Winery. The coast was fogged in and 49 degrees but rapidly grew sunny and warm. Erica left the day mostly unstructured except that she was definitely planning to get married at 12:30. And she was mainly planning on having a really huge party with lots of dancing. She succeeded on all counts! The band was amazing -- I can't say enough about how they kept everyone rocking. They are Eldridge Gravy and the Court Supreme. The appetizers were to die for, all local: oysters with wasabi, baked garlic with goat cheese, and more... I could hardly drag myself away!! There was a funny quiz with ten questions about the couple (our favorite food? what did I leave on his doorstep after our first date?) The lucky winner (8 right) scored a box of candy bars.

Tom and Erica, you are so sweet together and so suited for one another. I got all goosebump-y listening to your vows. I'm so pleased to have been a part of your big day. Warm hugs and wishes to you both!