Custom Cake Plates from Paloma's Nest!
I admire artists who continue to innovate again and again. Caroline from Paloma’s Nest is one of those artists whose work is always evolving. She listens to her fans and responds so when I got wind of the newest addition to her collection I just had to share. From Caroline herself: I am excited to […]
Inspirations – Anthropologie after Vintage Japanese Textiles
Pattern has a way of pulling me in and not letting go. I see it everywhere from a field of Queen Anne’s Lace to a portion of my latest pencil sketch. A good pattern takes what is most balanced and beautiful about a flower, curve or shape and repeats it in a way that makes […]
Behind the Scenes – Ombre Wedding Inspiration on Style Me Pretty Part II
On Monday I shared some stunner images from a project with Kate Miller recently seen on Style Me Pretty. Gold and purple was the color story and eclectic natural surroundings were the space this shoot unfolded within. Geodes in all their glistening glory were used everywhere from the cake to the bride’s jewelry…Each place setting […]
Behind the Scenes – Ombre Wedding Inspiration on Style Me Pretty Part I
When Kate Miller of Kate Miller Events contacted me about creating pieces for an Ombre Inspired Wedding Shoot I think I said yes before she uttered 5 words! Geode‘s were the natural inspiration element and purples and golds were the color palette of choice…what could be better? This natural spot in Folsom, California could not […]
A Momental Girl Gets Married – The Poloroids
If you remember our Steph was married this June. A sweet affair in the rolling hills of Reeders, Pennsylvania conjured a calm feeling of simple pleasures as her gorgeous day unfolded. The photographer, Beulah captured some haunting images via Polaroid at the couple’s request. Read on for more on why Polaroids were so important to […]
Behind the Scenes – Mindy Weiss + Momental Designs!
The incomparable Mindy Weiss has redesigned her blog and it is…well, a work of art. I first met Mindy at an industry conference where my sketches were featured. You can imagine my shock when Mindy approached me with nothing but the kindest words about my artwork. I think I am still blushing. I’ve always admired […]
A Peek into the Studio – Eclectic and Rustic Wedding Invitations
Remember this eclectic inspiration board? Well Catherine has traversed our design process over the last 2 months and a modern, quirky design was on the painting table this week as a result! The Momental Girls all had a hand (literally) in the project from painting chevron patterns to adhering reception cards to vintage post cards. […]
A Real Momental Wedding – Lauren and Maarten July 3, 2010 Part II
Earlier this week I shared Lauren and Maarten’s wedding images as seen in the Fall/Winter The Knot, Ohio issue! Today I am bringing you images not seen in the magazine and more on the hand painted wedding invitations! Lauren’s wedding was highly inspired by her Watters gown. A stunning closeup of this classic bouquet in […]
Artful Admirations – Eskayel Textiles
Shanan Campanaro of Eskayel makes the most gorgeous watercolor pieces and after years of exhibiting to much acclaim in the art world, began offering a collection of wallpapers in 2009. Look on…. By manipulating portions of her original paintings, she creates innovative pattern work that turns walls into wonderlands.