Inspirations – Dark Teal and Maroon at The Grand Roche, South Africa
Fresh off the phone with Claudine and feeling incredibly inspired. The Grand Roche in South Africa is their magical venue while a rich and sophisticated palette of dark teals and maroon are the palette. Adore it all. The Grand Roche, Vineyard Wedding, Papers, Landscape Watercolor Wedding Invitations, Wine Bottles and Ring Shot,
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 – 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 – Vintage Shop Engagement Shoot on The Bride's Cafe
So I must apologize. I posted this gorgeous film from our Utah Engagement shoot about 2 weeks ago and promised more but then Bridal Market happened and I lost track of time! Here is a refresher by Castlebridge Films: So many of you ask for fun DIY tips and it was time to deliver! This […]
Trend-Sketching NYC Bridal Market 2011 – Monique Lhuillier
What can you say about iconic Monique Lhuillier that hasn’t already been said? All I can tell you is that she certainly doesn’t disappoint. The collection was nothing short of what the designer describes as her “floral fantasy”. A larger than life image of blue hydrangeas (can I volunteer myself right now to paint this […]
Trend-Sketching NYC Bridal Market 2011 – Carol Hannah
While in NY we had the privilege of popping in on Project Runway designer Carol Hannah, who extended us a gracious invite to her studio for a peek at what she has in the works. While not showing a collection at Bridal Market, the savvy designer still had quite a few frocks up her tailored […]
The Making Space – Salon Walls
The studio revamp is underway. Soon we will be knocking down walls and rearranging every last inch of this space. Demolition is not my forté although I must admit that taking a sledgehammer swing to a few walls has a certain allure. Regardless, I have been swimming around in a sea of inspiration, studying other […]
A Real Momental Wedding – Rebekah and Harry with Ulysses Photography
Rebekah and Harry’s rustic Upstate New York Wedding was recently featured on Style Me Pretty. The gorgeous images captured by Ulysses Photography inspired this interview. We love their insight into choosing a photographer that “gets you”, making time to capture all the important shots and staying relaxed on the big day. Read on while enjoying […]
Behind the Scenes – Vintage Button Creative Shoot on 100 Layer Cake
Been waiting for the perfect time to blog about this fun project featured on 100 Layer Cake earlier this year! Leila from Be Inspired PR got in touch earlier this year with a fab concept and killer team, asking me to hop on board this creative shoot. I was sold the minute I heard suspended […]
Behind the Scenes – Opulent Ocean Wedding Shower for C Magazine
Been dying to share some never before seen shots of this Seaside Wedding Shower recently featured in C Magazine! Leila of Be Inspired PR produced the entire event and chose a team to collaborate for Nati, the lovely bride. This shell encrusted private estate in Malibu was the inspiration for a pencil sketched pattern of […]