A Very Mo(nu)mental Vow Renewal in Zion National Park Part II
Yesterday I shared the story of our 10 year wedding renewal ceremony recently featured in Destination I DO magazine…Read on for more on the very colorful dinner celebration! Our original wedding as I like to call it now was lightyears away from this renewal celebration. We did the big-party-invite-everyone-you-ever-knew thing. It was a wonderful day […]
A Very Mo(nu)mental Vow Renewal in Zion National Park Part I
You may remember the Vow Renewal Hubby and I planned back in 2010? Leading up to the day, every detail was shared here but TODAY I can finally reveal the full story! Why the wait you might be wondering? Well, the editors at Destination I Do Magazine graciously offered to feature the our renewal story […]
My Story is Art – Trellis Pattern for Envelopments, An Intro
You may have seen our feature on Green Wedding Shoes last week? Well let me tell you a story… Dresses by The Dessy Group There is nothing I enjoy painting more than florals. For years I tried to hide that fact and make nice with every design trend that passed my nose. Being versatile keeps […]
Inspirations – The Watercolor Wedding
A watercolor wedding… This board appreciates the subtle magic that happens when colors mingle in a whisper. Touches of paint to wet paper explode and create a clear message, one that speaks of modern romance and pure beauty. Clayton Austin, Papers, Modern Watercolor Wedding Invitations, Watercolor Votive, Rizz Riz Photography
The Making Space – Hopeful Ruins and The Idea Wall
Ruins, the remains of human made architecture… When this word rolls of your tongue you are likely to vision Pompeii or some such historical moment. Today I am thinking on the word ruin and feeling hopeful. From left: Walls coming down and the chaos of clutter this past weekend. New space, blank and ready. Last […]
Inspirations – Modern Art Museum meets Romance
A modern boutique hotel with an affinity for fine art sets the stage for a thoughtful celebration. Sophisticated hues in blush, gold and coral flirt with a touch of romance. Sarah Ryhanen, Papers, Versailles Swirl Artwork, 21 C Museum Hotel, Modern Art Wedding, Vintage Swirl Wedding Invitation
Happy Birthday Leila!
A painted birthday wish for Leila, who inspires us all to be more and do more everyday… XOXO
A Peek into the Studio – Versailles Swirl Wedding Invitations
Years ago I created a painting for Taylor. She was hosting a Parisian influenced event and wanted a watercolor wedding invitation inspired by an aerial view of Versailles Gardens. Enter my Versailles Swirl artwork. Since then we have adapted, deconstructed and detailed this original look for Brides all over the world. Who doesn’t love a […]
Inspirations – Dreamy Mint Green and Crimson
A dreamy color palette filled with bold surprises in crimson and raspberry. Organic textures mix with a subtle literary nod seen in the Vintage Book Wedding Invitations… Mint Green Mirror Room, Papers, Saipua Poppies
Inspirations – Pink Poppies and Milk Glass Southern Wedding Shower
Peaches, posies and white milk glass galore inspire a Southern Wedding Shower with a distinctively graceful swagger…. Southern Blooms Wedding Invitation, Papers, Swiss Dot Wedding Cake, Milk Glass Wedding Shower Blooms Love a spin on this look by adding the freshness of green… Wedding Cake with Peaches, Papers, Southern Blooms Wedding Invitation, Peach Basket Wedding […]
A Peek into the Studio – Pretty Pansies at The Bride's Cafe
I’m in need of a little Spring. How about you? If only the slightest suggestion of the warmer temps and a green scent in the air that will come soon. These pretty pansy images from Amelia Johnson seen on The Bride’s Cafe did the trick for me. Now it’s your turn to breathe in a […]
My Story is Art – Live Painting in Costa Rica
Live painting in Costa Rica. Those words feel like a dream to me now. I’m still pinching my self, my sunburned skin I might add. Kris and James invited me to be a part of their tropical wedding celebration in a very personal way. Armed with palette, brushes, camera and loads of watercolor paper I […]