A Peek into the Studio – Polka Dots, Painted Stripes and Coral
I have a fun peek into the studio for you today! Polka dots are a favorite, so when Envelopments launched their Swiss Dot Collection we were in love! Jennifer was too, hence the gorgeous ensemble designed around dots. She chose our Austin Bouquet artwork from the Painted Blooms Collection and combined with custom elements from […]
Behind the Scenes – Arabian Days for Rue Magazine Part II
If you missed part I of my Behind the Scenes on our Arabian Days project for Rue Magazine, then head here! Today I am excited to share some never before seen shots by the one and only (yes, cheesy I know, but true) Jose Villa. Jose has a way. That should be his tagline, not […]
The Making Space – The Beginnings of a Studio Redesign
Decorating is not about making stage sets, it’s not about making pretty pictures for the magazines; it’s really about creating a quality of life, a beauty that nourishes the soul. – Albert Hadley So amongst what seems like a zillion client designs and personal painting projects we are redesigning our studio space! When we first […]
Behind the Scenes – Arabian Days for Rue Magazine Part I
Happy to report we are up and running here at the Momental Studio, aka, the power is back! I spent part of my morning watching national news of the devastation in parts of New Jersey, Vermont and beyond. I cannot help but feel lucky as so many are suffering so much. Our small blip in […]
An update…
As many of you might know if you follow on twitter or are a Facebook friend, the Momental Studio is… well down, but most certainly not out. We lost power early Sunday morning along with nearly 50,000 other Northeastern Pennsylvania residents. I am happy to report that we are virtually damage free and are simply […]
Inspirations – Alice in Wonderland Wedding
Alice has infiltrated the wedding world and it seems she may be here to stay. From David Tutera’s Alice in Wonderland Wedding to Annie Leibovitz‘s artful fashion shoot for Vogue we are left inspired and continue to be energized by this design concept. Brides spanning the globe are crafting wedding tea parties, mad-hatted grooms and […]
A Peek into the Studio – Paints, Palettes and Projects
Sometimes a simple act can lead to big things. So I attribute my new watercolor palette to a lot of the gorgeousness going on at the studio as of late. Call me crazy but nothing inspires me more that a white sheet of Arches and a palette full of fresh, new watercolor. Soak it up. […]
Inspirations- Balinese Wedding Inspiration with Batik Details
Frangipani blooms, Balinese landscapes and Batik elements will soon come together in a custom design for Lindsey… Batik Pattern, Four Seasons Bali, Alexei Hay, Balinese Temple, Batik Wedding Invitations
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 – 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 […]