Garret Thomas Murphy

Napa Valley Fine Art photography | Drone videography

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The Gentleman Farmer

$23.95

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The Gentleman Farmer offers a rare glimpse into Napa Valley life, where ambition, tradition, and resilience ferment into both wine and destiny. A roman à clef, the novel follows three intersecting lives: a billionaire vintner driven to outshine his rivals and create a monument to his legacy; a third-generation farmer fighting financial ruin to save his family’s land; and a young French-born winemaker and his bright, curious psychiatrist girlfriend, whose shared dreams are forged not by wealth, but by sweat, perseverance, and love. When the discovery of a hidden daughter comes to light, secrets, love, and long-delayed retrouvailles reshape legacies.

Only one of these protagonists will prevail—the true Gentleman Farmer.

Threaded throughout the novel is a vibrant cast of supporting characters—winemakers, consultants, business owners, vintners, patrons, and power brokers—many inspired by real figures and places in Napa Valley. For readers in the know, there is pleasure in uncovering their real-world counterparts, as these intersecting lives quietly connect the dots and help steer the fate of the protagonists.

Kind words from my friends

"Riveting." — John Caldwell, a smuggler and vintner.

“Drawing from his vast experience in the fabled wine region of Napa Valley, and beyond, Garret Murphy has crafted a fine follow-up to his first book. Ransacking real and fictional characters, as well as well-known locations, Murphy’s vast array of dramatis personae lead to a surprisingly redemptive ending.

Steeped in his knowledge of wine, viticulture, and vinification, this is a must-read for all Napa lovers. The verisimilitude of the writing showcases an emerging talent.”

— Rex Pickett, author of Sideways

“A vivid, accurate look at the wine world from an insider perspective, Garret makes our small valley compelling.”

— Philippe Melka, Celebrated Napa Valley Winemaker

Kind words from my friends

"Riveting." — John Caldwell, a smuggler and vintner.

“A must-read for all Napa lovers.”

“The verisimilitude of the writing

showcases an emerging talent.”

— Rex Pickett, author of Sideways

“A vivid, accurate look at the wine world from an insider perspective, Garret makes our small valley compelling.”

— Philippe Melka, Celebrated Napa Valley Winemaker

About the photographer

Garret Thomas Murphy

Artistic photographer and painter

I grew up in Paris, surrounded with beauty and grit, everything you see in France is an artistic expression! After a quarter century of traveling and working around Europe and the US, i finally settled in Napa Valley where the landscape, people and the food reminds me of France. Perfect place to be inspired!

Rooted in Napa Valley, I specialize in photography, high-end drone and traditional camera videography. I bring my extensive wine knowledge to my photography work, i know what and when to capture, so as to make your creative content convey wonderment, beauty, as well as being seasonally accurate!

Dedicated to delivering premium creative content, my portfolio includes engaging social media and web content that showcase wine country distinct charm and richness. My work aims to not only depict the visual allure, but also the narratives and emotions that defines our wine industry.

Creating stunning visuals, and sharing your story with your clients through beautiful images.

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MONTHLY RETAINER (6 months min)

Specifically created for wineries who need images year round*

Monthly fee and scope of work :

25 final images & Three video shorts- $1250

FOCUS PACKAGE

15 final images - $500

PORTRAIT SHOOT

10 final images - $300

DRONE VIDEOGRAPHY & SHORT FILM

30 to 90 second final video formatted for Social media - $750

Two 30 to 90 second final video formatted for Social media - $1250

ACQUIRE IMAGES ON THIS SITE

Some images are available for purchase.

1 image for permanent use - $50

Napa Valley & Sonoma

☞ Garret@vcnv.com

*This is a seasonal package, where images can be taken over many different times of the year, such as during harvest, winter pruning, bottling, cellar and barrel room, tasting room etc…

* The price includes traveling time, and post production work etc...

* If a half day shoot, travel and post production go over 4 hours, extra hourly fee of $125 will incur.

Garret Thomas Murphy

Garret Thomas Murphy

Napa Valley Fine Art photography | Drone videography

Garret Murphy | Napa Valley Fine Art photography | Drone videography

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