So thrilled to share with you all one of the most joyful, emotional, starry-eyed weddings I’ve had the pleasure of photographing. The impact that these two have had on their family and surrounding community is undeniable. It truly felt like all of the world was celebrating with them on this summer weekend in wine country. […]

In the first year of my freelance career, I happened to meet a florist, who kindly introduced me to a young couple. I ended up photographing that couple’s portraits just a week before their wedding, and they in turn introduced me to Erin and Kevin, who I got to meet for the first time early […]

I’m grateful to have recently photographed one of the first ever weddings at the new Chase Center in San Francisco, and boy, was it a treat for the heart and senses. The couple’s understated, yet effortlessly elegant style came through in every element of the day. The bride’s sister designed all the ikebana-inspired centerpieces and ceremony florals. […]

Photographer: Cassie Valente | Planner: Audere Events | Floral Design: Stems by Diana | Hair and Makeup: Luna Belle Beauty | Dress Designer: Reem Acra | Bridal Boutique: Warren Barron Bridal | Groom Attire: The Black Tux | Entertainment: Mercy and the Heartbeats by Hip Entertainment | Rentals: Theoni Collection, CPR Tent and Event Rentals, […]

Photography: Cassie Valente | Planning and Design: Shannon Leahy Events | Venue: Carneros Resort & Spa | Floral Design: | Hair and Makeup: Sherrie Long | Paper Design: Wandering Heart Paper | Tabletop Rentals: Frances Lane | Rentals: Encore Events Rentals | Bridal Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Music and Entertainment: Fox Sounds | Cake Design: […]

Bailey and Zach’s Pacific Grove and Salinas backyard wedding is the perfect example of how even the tiniest of weddings can be celebrated in total style, and with the fullest expression of feelings. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has brutally changed the wedding industry. As I learn to navigate this uncertain new world with my couples […]

Photography: Cassie Valente Photography | Film Lab: Photovision | Venue: Buena Vista Winery | Planning + Design: Showrunner Events | Floral Design: Miss Meliss Floral Design | Rentals: Encore Events Rentals | Hair + Makeup: Blush Beauty Room | Catering: The Girl and the Fig | String Quartet: Bella Rosa | DJ: AMS Entertainment | […]

Photography: Cassie Valente Photography | Planning + Design: Dream A Little Dream Events | Venue: San Francisco City Hall | Floral Design: Amy Burke Designs | Hair + Makeup: Beauty in SF by Adelina | Rentals: Standard Party Rentals | Catering: Toast Catering | Cake Design: Pretty Please SF | Signage: JK Design | Entertainment: […]