Business Details
14 Years
experience
Elegant & Authentic Wedding Photography in Napa Valley
Founded in 2012, Courtney Stockton Photography specializes in capturing heartfelt, intentional moments for couples and families. Our approach blends timeless editorial style with photojournalism, prioritizing natural light and authentic storytelling. Based in Northern California wine country, we serve clients who value both elegance and genuine connections, whether they're exchanging vows under ancient oaks or celebrating golden hour in vineyards. With a background in the Academy of Art's photography program and experience shooting weddings since 2012, Courtney brings expertise in creating images that balance luxury-level artistry with emotional depth.Our team combines creative vision with practical collaboration, working closely with clients to plan lighting, locations, and visual narratives that reflect their unique stories. As a homeschooling mother of four and wife of a Sonoma winemaker, Courtney infuses every session with a deep appreciation for life's joyful, unscripted moments.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Family Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 12+ years of professional wedding photography expertise since 2012
- Our team specializes in natural light techniques and emotional storytelling
- We provide personalized pre-wedding planning for optimal visual narratives
- Our work combines timeless editorial style with modern photojournalism
- We serve Northern California wine country with local venue expertise
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with a blend of editorial artistry and candid storytelling. Our coverage captures both grand ceremonies and intimate moments, using natural light to create timeless images that reflect each couple's unique love story and personality. Specializing in Northern California vineyard celebrations and outdoor ceremonies.
Engagement Sessions
Creating romantic, personality-driven portraits that celebrate couples' relationships before their wedding day. These sessions focus on authentic interactions and meaningful locations, producing images that showcase the couple's chemistry and individuality through vibrant colors and dynamic compositions.
Family Portraits
Capturing genuine family connections through natural, activity-based sessions. Our approach emphasizes joyful interactions and emotional bonds, creating heirloom-quality images that preserve authentic moments rather than staged poses, with particular expertise in photographing children and pets.
People
Courtney Stockton
Owner Photographer
Award-winning wedding photographer with 12+ years experience, specializing in natural light techniques. Mother of four, wife of a Sonoma winemaker, and Academy of Art graduate who combines editorial style with emotional storytelling to create timeless images.
Questions
What photography style do you specialize in?
We blend timeless editorial style with photojournalism, focusing on natural light and authentic moments that capture both elegance and genuine emotion.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, we serve Napa, Sonoma, and Seattle areas with additional travel available for destination weddings in locations like Peru's Sacred Valley.
How long have you been photographing weddings?
Since 2012, with over 12 years of experience capturing weddings and portraits in Northern California's wine country.
What's your approach to family photography?
We focus on natural interactions and joyful moments, photographing families during authentic activities rather than posed sessions to capture true connections.
How do you prepare for wedding day photography?
We collaborate closely with clients beforehand to plan lighting scenarios, location scouting, and visual storytelling elements that ensure comprehensive coverage of all important moments.
