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A.M.A.Z.I.N.G.

June 3rd, 2010 · 2 Comments

I am obsessed with Clayton Austin’s work.  He is a true genius and moves me in a way few photographers have.  His images are raw, emotional and vulnerable.  This wedding in particular caught my eye and I’m sure you’ll see why. 

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A Summer Fiesta

December 1st, 2009 · 3 Comments

This summer I was so fortunate to work with two extremely talented architects on their wedding day.  Steph and Geoff were inspired by the bright colors in the Mexican flags and the natural beauty at the farm.  It really set the tone for a perfectly colorful fiesta.

The wedding was at Fall City Farms and Deborah couldn’t have been better to work with.   Most of the flowers were also from the farm and arranged by Deborah.  The Organic Table delighted us with beautiful passed tapas and a scrumptious taco bar.  Renata from Nataworrycaptured the lovely images, she really works her tail off!  My favorite detail of the entire wedding though would have to be the cake.  Steph’s mom not only made the best stout cake, but hand drew the amazing topper.  It so perfectly captured the essence of their day.  Oh, and don’t forget the always awesome Ari Joshua and his hand picked band.

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Hanging Vases

November 5th, 2009 · No Comments

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I saw these on Design Sponge today and loved them.  They would be perfect incorporated into a winter wedding adding some nice color and creating a cozy ambiance hanging off the chairs in the aisle.  You can find a tutorial on Design Sponge or buy your own on the This Breeze is Nice shop on Etsy.

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Back in the swing…and so excited!

September 22nd, 2009 · No Comments

I have been MIA for a few months and I’m so excited to have carved a little time to nurture my creative side.  I have done a few weddings this summer, slowly getting back into things.  It has been a perfect amount but I’m really excited to hit it hard next summer. 

 I’m working on posting my first wedding for Steph and Geoff.  They are owners/architects of a green design build company so I knew their wedding would be full of details.  I love details and I wasn’t disappointed.  Stay tuned…to tide you over here are their engagement pics.  I think the sculpture park was the perfect venue to capture their passion and personalities.  I love the work Renata did!

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Happy New Year

January 8th, 2009 · No Comments

It’s been too long since I’ve said hello to my friends online.  What can I say, being a new mom around the holidays is all encompassing.  None the less, I wish you all a Happy 2009.

This New Year it’s no secret that everyone is cutting costs and weddings are no exception.  But I’ve always believed that you can create big dreams with any budget.  That’s why I get so excited when I come across websites like Once Wed.  I’ve seen other used wedding dress sites, but this one really rocks.  They carry all of the best designers and most of the dresses I recognize from recent collections.
So go ahead and wear that Monique Lhuillier gown you’ve been drooling over, only at half the cost.

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