Engage!11 Grand Cayman – Making Meaning and The Sketches Part I
It can be difficult to put into words the impact of a moment. How can I describe a collection of stories, laughter, conversation that courses through my mind like strong coffee on a clear, sunny morning? Inspiration is plenty these days. It seems we don’t need to seek it out, it finds us. However, what […]
My Story is Art – Traveling through and Engage-ing
Woke up today and realized I have been on the road since June. Deep breath, deep breath, deep breath… now what? This year so far has brought larger that life celebrations, education, artistic exploration, endearing couples and immense learning. An appreciation for place and precious time and all that can be done sweeps over me […]
Behind the Scenes – Watercolor Letterpress for the The Bridal Circle
So I promised more on our Watercolor Letterpress didn’t I? Well, sink your creative brains into this project for a moment, it will be worth it, I promise. There are few words that do justice to a look, a feel or a touch. I find it infinitely difficult to put words to our Hand Painted […]
A Peek into the Studio – Watercolor and Lace Destination Wedding Invitations
This gal loves to play with lace and fabric so when Leot gave us a call, I knew we were in for a fun and thrilling design ride! Our watercolor illustrations were what first caught her eye and before I knew it a sketch of her venue, One and Only Ocean Club in the Bahamas […]
Artful Admirations – Venice E-Session Film with Gideon Photography and NP Films
Today I have some a little different for you. Jimmy of Gideon Photography and Nathan Pickett of NP Films came together to shoot this Engagement Session in Venice, Italy. We are big fans of the magic that happens when two artist put their creative heads together. All the good in our art multiplies and evolves […]
Behind the Scenes – Marjan and Ryan in Inside Weddings Fall 2011
Last month we were honored to have our work featured twice in the Fall Edition of Inside Weddings Magazine. Have a look here to see our invitation feature and read on for more on our real wedding editorial! Luxurious romance and high style were the cornerstones of this lavish affair. Marjan has distinctive taste and […]
Inspirations – Framed Garden Wedding Invitations with Jillian McGrath Photography
Been dying to share this mini shoot with you! A few weeks ago our newest Framed Garden Collection was chosen to be featured in a Style Me Pretty Garden Wedding Invitation Roundup! How excited are we? So read on to see more about these mini works of art… Jill and her husband Ryan of Jillian […]
Behind the Scenes – Perfecting Your Craft on Sage Wedding Pros
I wanted to share an interview posted a few weeks back by colleague Michelle Loretta of Sage Wedding Pros. Michelle asked me to comment on the process of being original, staying inspired and perfecting my craft. Read on! Where do you seek inspiration for your beautiful hand-drawn creations? Inspiration comes from many sources but I […]
Inspirations – Blue Hydrangea Handmade Wedding Invitations
Who doesn’t love Blue Hydrangeas…lovely wedding invitation inspiration. Perfect way to end the week! Hydrangea Close-Up, Blue Hydrangea Wedding Invitations, Fresh Picked Hydrangea Bouquet
A Peek into the Studio – Vintage Mail inspired Painted Letterpress Save the Dates
Today I have another fun hand painted letterpress project to share! Menden contacted us with a sweet inspiration board of her own (we love that) to kickstart the design process. We dove into the process of creating these sweet luggage tag style booklet…Have a look here to see more of her process and how the […]
My Story is Art – Watercolor Letterpress and The Hand Painted Moment
In December of 2009 the hubby and I sat around my parent’s kitchen table and chatted of our upcoming 10 year anniversary. It seemed like only months had flown by together, when in fact it had been nearly a decade. Stories of THE party (our wedding) as it is known in my family began to […]