Jessica + Robert’s Paicines Ranch Spring Wedding – Worth the Wait

Jessica Robert Gladding Paicines Ranch Wedding by Alicia Arcidiacono of Chasing Chickadees Photography

Jessica and Robert became high school sweethearts in Arizona. I’m a sucker for high school sweethearts as a gal who ended up marrying her best friend from high school. In one of Lord Huron songs, he asks “To the ends of the earth, would you follow me?” And indeed, Robert did when Jessica moved to Minnesota, where they live now. Once they found their dream venue at Paicines Ranch, located in the idyllic rolling grasslands and oak-studded landscapes of the golden state of California.

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Fitness Photography in a Gym with Speedlights

Lights, camera, action - but wait, you know it's more complicated than that. If you're itching to learn about the lighting, you've come to the right place. To get that high-contrast, powerful and dramatic light, that one that shows off your athlete's hard work requires some gear and a little light creation on your part dear photographer.

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Are you looking to get married at Paicines Ranch?

Grogan Porch and Oak Tree Paicines Ranch by Alicia Arcidiacono of Chasing Chickadees Photography

I love weddings at Paicines Ranch. It's a stunning venue. 7600 jaw-dropping acres. Check. Oak studded hillsides, lush rivers, jagged cliffs. Check. A working ranch vibe. Check. Beautiful historic buildings and charming cottages for your guests. Check. A place that will feel like its all yours for the weekend. Check. A gorgeous ceremony law overlooking those hillsides and lush rivers I mentioned. Check. A stunning barn converted for events with an open dance floor, flowing drapery, and mobile bar. Check. The option to get as creative as you want. Check. Getting ready in the same room as Judy Garland did for her wedding. Check. A supportive staff and wonderful event center manger, Mary Rowen, who will make you feel like you are at home here. Check. A feel good for the environment vibe because the ranch supports healthy soil, ecosystems, and leads the way in regenerative agriculture. Check.

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Cowboys + Happy Cattle

There’s nothing quite like following Joe Morris and his crew out for a morning moving cattle at Paicines Ranch. Joe Morris uses holistic management to rotationally graze his 100% grass-fed cattle out on the rangeland. I recall my brief chapter in life working with the CE Miller Ranch as a ranch hand and learning the... Continue Reading →

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How to Photograph the Milky Way

How to Photograph the Milky Way for Weddings

I grabbed my gear, my husband, and packed a bag to head to the local Mercey Hot Springs. We turned my photo excursion into a romantic getaway under the stars in hot springs! I set up the tripod about ten feet from where we would stand—I use the Road Trip by MeFOTO for its ruggedness and portability. I used my Nikon remote to trigger a 2 second delay before starting the 25 second exposure. Keith and I shined our headlamp and 950 lumen bike light—I'm an avid cyclist—in front of us creating a fun backlight and lit path around us.

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Paicines Ranch Victorian Steampunk Wedding

Milky Way Wedding Photo at Paicines Ranch

September 28th came with crisp autumn vibes, copious sunshine, and the beautiful landscapes of San Benito county filled with golden rolling hills and stunning native oaks. The barn had been transformed into a Victorian steampunk masterpiece. The lush, rich maroons perfectly paired with the gears creating a dreamy, steampunk slice of heaven. Sleek elegance intertwined with an industrial theme polished with a tophat of Victorian charm. Every last detail was created by hand by the bride, groom, and loving parents. If you look closely, you'll see every clock and decoration was set to 4:30 to represent the union of these two.

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Kate + Robert’s Popping Wedding

On their six year anniversary, Robert took Kate to the a waterfall in Yosemite and popped the question. And right there in one of the most beautiful places in California, she said yes! Kate and Robert's wedding was the perfect California summer day, full of color, sunshine, and happiness. The beautiful Paicines Ranch set the scene with rolling golden hills dotted with native oak trees.

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