The loveliness of these evenings moves the heart, and the mornings, shining, cool, fragrant. There is something in all of that dream, as of Paradise, which stirred the Italian painters in the old days. Well may it be sainted–San Ysidro, Santa Barbara! -John Galsworthy, “ode to San Ysidro” (1912) Excerpt from: Santa Barbara Literary Landscapes, (Peter Treadwell/Steven Gilbar) [...]

April & William San Ysidro Ranch Photography: Susan Dean Photography Officiant: Miriam Lindbeck    

Dance me to your beauty like a burning violin Dance me through the panic ’til I’m gathered safely in Lift me like an olive branch and be my homeward dove And dance me to the end of love Please Dance me to the end of love Oh Let me see your beauty when the witnesses [...]

Autumn Inspired Wedding Cake Photos by Susan Dean . . . and a bit of fabulous Fall wedding style to go with it!

Betty & Anthony Ceremony: El Presidio Chapel Reception: Carriage and Western Art Museum Photography: Susan Dean Photography Floral Design: Nico Designs Catering: Pure Joy The Groom, Anthony Borgatello was Santa Barbara’s El Presidente of Old Spanish Days Fiesta in 2009!

Christina & Simon San Ysidro Ranch Photography: Susan Dean Photography

Charlotte & Richard Rose Story Farm Photos by Susan Dean Photography

Bouquet by Nico Designs Photo by Susan Dean Photography

Lauren & Josh Firestone Vineyard Photography: Susan Dean Photography Event Planner: Joy de Vivre Rentals: Ventura Rental Party Center Lighting Design: LBPS Events, Inc.

Corinne & Christian ______________________________________ Ceremony: Santa Barbara Courthouse, Mural Room Reception: Four Seasons Biltmore Resort Photography: Susan Dean Photography