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Inspired Ink: Alice In Wonderland Weddings Part I

I must admit, I have yet to see the new Alice in Wonderland movie, but from all the chatter I have heard I am becoming increasingly intrigued and think perhaps I have my weekend plans set!  For the last year or so, we have seen an increase in requests for designs inspired by the Lewis […]

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Press – Momental on Green Wedding Shoes

Last week, we were featured on one of our favorite blogs, Green Wedding Shoes!  The first of three “Inspired Ink” style collaborations with Jen was posted last week with the two others to follow soon! Thought I would share a few behind the scenes shots not seen here! Close-up of the storybook Sculpted Bloom. Paint […]

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A Peek into the Studio – Landscapes and roses.

This time of year at the studio is insane to say the least, the good type of insane that keeps you creative and full of ideas, though.  With many orders leaving the studio each day it is so difficult to choose our favorites but inevitably certain painting techniques or color palettes really draw us in! […]

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A Real Momental Wedding – Gordon and Monika

Remember our very well spoken romantic groom who so eloquently described a vision for his wedding day?  Gordon’s heartfelt words were featured on RiceInk months ago, just after the invitation design for his and Monika’s stylish, Swedish wedding was complete.  Here are those inspiring words again: “We want to express to you the feeling of […]

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Inspired Ink – A Vintage Hawaiian Wedding Invitation

I am thrilled to bring you this  Inspired Ink hand-picked by Amanda from Ruffled Blog!  Amanda sent over the loveliest inspiration board to enlighten my creation and I am so glad she did. Sources (clockwise)  Top: One Love Photo, dress from Strim Vintage , poster from All Posters. Bottom: cake shot , hula girls by […]

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Painted Revelry Tablescape on Ruffled Blog – Behind the Scenes Part II

Yesterday I gave  a Behind the Scenes look at our feature on Ruffled this past Tuesday.  Today I wanted to wrap things up by taking a closer look at the stationery and decorative details infused into the shoot! I chose a soft tan and sage palette and decided to use a Contrast Painted sketchy peony.  […]

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Renewal in Zion – Flowers, flowers and more flowers!

photo courtesy of the talented Gideon Photography Even though our renewal in Zion will be intimate the hubby and I decided to leave no detail overlooked or under-worked.  We both have a pretty lush sensibility when it comes to visual inspiration so the flower design would certainly be no exception.  This past Wednesday while in […]

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A Peek into the Studio – Petals, Peonies and Hydrangeas!

Flowers are blooming like mad here at the studio.  From bold, graphic patterns to lush romantic bouquet style illustrations, we cannot get enough of this garden inspired subject matter!  Two projects in particular were the talk of the studio this week.  Kate’s Vintage Petal Pattern in shades of aqua, fuchsia and pale yellow were a […]

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A Real Momental Wedding in the UK with Pink Hydrangeas

Rebecca chose from our Big Blooms Collection and asked specifically for a Pink Hydrangea to be hand painted for her wedding invitation design. Her pieces were printed on a gorgeouslly textured linen stock that  showcased the shimmering pink hand painted strokes of color perfectly! We asked Rebecca to share a bit with us about her […]

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Press – Elizabeth Messina, Janie Medley, Momental and friends in Bride and Bloom Part I

Many years ago after meeting a client in Barnes and Noble (before I had a studio outside of my home), I picked up a magazine.  The name was Bride and Bloom and I remember being drawn in distinctly because of the watercolor droplets as part of the gorgeous cover.  From the first page, I was […]

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A Real Momental Wedding with Karen Tran Florals

As many of you know, Karen Tran is one of my favorites for inspirational eye candy and floral artistry that makes your mouth drop, quite literally.  Karen and I have collaborated on several projects in the last year but finally we were able to share a unique client this past November! Loan (the Bride) came […]

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Hand painted, handmade wedding invitations – Really?

After having one of the most amazing weeks of my life, I began reflecting more on 2009 this morning.  I have been surrounded by so many talented friends who have truly rallied around the work done here at the Momental Studio.  I’m a big dreamer and an even bigger doer but those I have met […]