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Inspirations – Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Wedding Invitations

With an awe inspiring venue and blush peonies as their muse, this couple’s invitation will surely be delicately painted with a sophisticated flair. Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Papers, Blush Peony Handmade Wedding Invitations, Blush Peonies

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Artful Admirations – Dana Tanamachi

Dana Tanamachi’s phone is ringing, guaranteed.  This girl is talented and Oprah noticed. Enough said.  Well, not really… The mail was delivered and sitting on my counter was this delightful cover.  At first glance I noticed, Oprah of course, in her fab diggs and bold colors, but quickly I knew something was different. The distinct, […]

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Inspirations – Boca Raton Flip Flop Save the Dates

Florida locations inspire a spirited color palette and flip flop save the date full or tropical whimsy! Papers, Flip Flop Save the Date, Boca Raton Wedding Venue, Mismatched Bridesmaids

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A Momental Girl Get's Married – It All Began with a Dress

So, Jess, my creative assistant is engaged as you may know.  If not, read here and get caught up on all the fabulous news from the studio!  Already she has set her sights on some crazy exciting details including a nod to taxidermy perhaps or some distant design relative to the Victorian Steampunk wedding seen […]

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Behind the Scenes – Winter Welcome Party for Matchbook Magazine

I tried my mod side on for size recently…. so look on and let me know what you think.  Leila, my go to gal at Be Inspired PR challenged me with this low color, high drama project she produced for Matchbook Magazine.  Matchbook is a fabulous lifestyle publication we’ve been admiring for a long time.  […]

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Inspirations – Deco-Subtle Wedding Inspiration

Just off the phone with Danielle and the ideas are spinning.  A subtly Deco vibe infused with the eclectic nature of our Versailles Swirl collection is at hand.  The subdued palette of navy, blush, ivory and silver will play nicely with the blank canvas that is The Green Building in NYC.  Oh,  I am dying […]

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My Story is Art – Charging into 2012

I talk a lot about ideas, inspiring ideas and making room for ideas… In the early mornings of the new year, it is easy to feel a fresh spirit rising in your chest.  A bit of organizing or a short vacation can infuse most of us with a sense of new; a promise of possibility.  […]

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Inspirations – Marie Antoinette Wedding Chic

Julia’s subtle Antoinette inspired celebration calls for sweet yet sophisticated details.  Our Gilded Frame collection is a perfect fit… Jeweled Frame, Papers, Gilded Frame Handmade Wedding Invitation, Marie Antoinette’s Bedroom, Antoinette Wedding Cake

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A Momental Girl Get's Married – Meet Jess!

Over the weekend the hubby and I relaxed, hung out with friends and just did….whatever.  Friday night as I crawled into bed at like…gulp, 3 am, he says to me “one of your girls got engaged today”.  Well you can imagine my shock and the sheer suspense as I rattled off a bunch of names […]

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My Story is Art – A Glitzy and Glam Party for The Momental Girls Part II

Back again with more from our glitzy and glam Holiday celebration!  In yesterday’s post, I got a bit mushy about my team but today I’m getting passionate about the paper!!  Color was electrified by the moody lighting and glimmery, glittery, sequin filled space. Vintage frames were the inspiration for all paper pieces.  I sketched, drew […]

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My Story is Art – A Glitzy and Glam Party for The Momental Girls Part I

You may not know but “Momental” is a real word.  Over the years so many have asked how I came up with the name; if I had made it up and so on… The word Momental often confused with Monumental speaks of precious time, memories that are fleeting and pass by in a flash.  They […]

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My Story is Art – Painting Spirits Bright 2011

You may remember the thoughtful painting I received last year from my childhood art teacher, Sue Hand.  Well another Christmas Season has come and another painting arrived in my mailbox.  Lively brushstrokes, unexpected color combinations and just a hint of shimmer all equal a slow moment of joy for me.  Thank you Sue. Very early […]