Outdoor Art Club Mill Valley

Wedding Venue: Mill Valley Outdoor Art Club

Posted May 1, 2012 by Gloria Atherstone

Photography by: Rosemarie Lion Ask the expert Inspired by esteemed architect Bernard Maybeck, the craftsman-style architecture of this facility makes the Outdoor Art Club the perfect location for a delightfully rustic celebration. This is a venue where you can get lost in the details while making a memorable home-spun wedding celebration. As guests arrive through a wisteria-covered arched wooden gate, set the tone by offering raspberry lemonade or other homemade libations drawn from antique glass pitchers. This invites your guest to enjoy a high level of hospitality without any stuffiness or fuss. I Do Venues prefers to host the ceremony [...]

Wedding Venue: The Outdoor Art Club Mill Valley Photography

Posted Dec 30, 2011 by I Do Venues

Photography by: Rosemarie Lion What We Love About This Facility The Craftsman style architecture of the Outdoor Art Club creates a great backdrop for your photography. The venue is host to amazing details such as vintage chandeliers, paned French doors, and beamed ceilings (just to name a few) which can only be found in historic buildings. The Outdoor Art Club has a unique garden setting and lies right at the center of a quaint village. Wisteria covered trellises, unusual botanicals, and artisan-style garden benches dot the property and can become excellent props for photos. If you are adventurous or prefer an avant garde slant to your photography, just take [...]

Design Inspiration: Once Upon A Time

Posted Dec 28, 2011 by I Do Venues

Photography By: Jose Villa Summary Every bride dreams of her “Happily Ever After;” however, the fairytale begins with “Once Upon a Time.” This unique theme allows the bride and groom to place their personal signature on any aspect – from photography to the reception table. Bucking trendy themes and convention, this “Once Upon A Time” vintage wedding is filled with gorgeous detail that has been photographed by the talented Jose Villa. Let’s start with the wonderful antique car and the ancient oak tree. What a spectacular shot! The key is to find anchoring points that are timeless. Even her understated [...]

Design Inspiration: Embrace your Natural Surroundings

Posted Dec 20, 2010 by Gloria Atherstone

Photography by: Bella Rose Photography Summary The primary theme of this celebration is a wonderful combination of complimentary soft greens paired with chocolate and wheat. The bridal bouquet combines pale green orchids, tulips, and nurines in a classic bouquet. Modest table arrangements of a similar style are neatly bound by organic twine – a twist to your classic white satin ribbon. I love the use of the artichoke as a vessel for candles – this unique and fun element also looks great when added to formal flower arrangements. Rustic lanterns surrounded by river rock are a great functional accompaniment to [...]

Weekend Planning Guide: The Secret Garden

Posted Aug 21, 2010 by I Do Venues

Photography By: Kristen Gardner Summary Fall is right around the corner and as you plan your wedding for next year, you may be considering an outdoor affair. Whether you choose to have an intimate outdoor ceremony or throw a grand garden party, September and October are the best months to consider in the Bay Area. For the East Bay (Contra Costa and Alameda Counties), the summer heat will have passed, leaving the pleasantly warm summer evenings with their cool breezes. In San Francisco, the heavy fog layer we experience in June and July will have traveled down coast – leaving [...]

Design Inspiration: Shabby Chic

Posted May 27, 2010 by I Do Venues

Photography By: Kate Harrison Summary Where did we get the term Shabby Chic from? Some feel the turn of phrase is simply a clever alliteration invented by designers to capitalize on the idea of creating design from used flea market materials. Let’s clear that up: according to Webster’s Dictionary, Shabby Chic is real and here to stay. The Shabby Chic wedding has a decisively feminine feel – it is a design style inspired by thrift store and antique finds, usually themed in a light, neutral color pallet. When choosing furniture to fit your design, you will concentrate on items that [...]

Design Inspiration: Nature

Posted May 12, 2010 by Gloria Atherstone

Photography By: Bella Rose Photography Summary Nature is amazing; there are so many different textures, colors, and aroma’s – you never know what will inspire you and where you will find that perfect color pallet for your wedding celebration. A sunrise walk at Muir Beach, hiking in Mt. Tam, or a visit to your local farmer’s market may be all the encouragement you need to get your creativity flowing. The primary theme of this celebration is a wonderful combination of complimentary soft greens paired with chocolate and wheat. The bridal bouquet combines pale green orchids, tulips, and nurines in a [...]

Wedding Venue: The Outdoor Art Club Mill Valley Catering & Facilities

Posted May 3, 2010 by I Do Venues

Photography By: Jessamyn Harris Overview The Outdoor Art Club in Mill Valley has been an active part of the community since the 1930′s. The Art Center is located at the heart of the village and has a burgeoning artist and gardening guild. The charming rustic building was built and designed by famed local architect Bernard Maybeck in a Craftsman style, including beamed ceilings and the building’s original light fixtures along with many other vintage touches. If you’re hoping to create a vintage affair for approximately 120 guests, then you’ll love the old-world charm offered by the Outdoor Art Club. Ceremony The [...]

Wedding Venue: The Outdoor Art Club Mill Valley Entertainment

Posted Apr 27, 2010 by I Do Venues

Photography by Rosemarie Lion Summary Music and entertainment styling at the Outdoor Art Club in Mill Valley can range from classically elegant to quirky and eclectic. The small, intimate garden setting where most couples exchange their wedding vows is well-suited for a solo acoustic instrument. Solo or in a pair, a violin, guitar, or keyboard will bring light, inspiring music to the tranquil garden. The Outdoor Art Club is home to many Mill Valley community music offerings, so its stage is well set for all levels of performance. The outdoor patio space is limited to acoustic music, but provides a great place for a starter [...]

Design Inspiration: Autumn Colors

Posted Apr 20, 2010 by Gloria Atherstone

Photography by: Geoff White Summary Orange you glad you’re having an autumn wedding? The warm rich colors of fall have inspired a surge of amazing color palettes that reflect the beauty of the harvest and the turning colors of trees’ foliage. A traditional three tier cake is given a brush of color by encircling each of its layers with a chocolate brown ribbon, further enhanced by a splash of edible bling. This simple yet elegant design is brought to life with a combination of roses in burnt orange and warm sunflower tones. Autumn leaves create a festive base for the cake, and a [...]