Have you ever made a choice, taken a job, or picked a major, and looked back and thought, "why did I do that?" In the last year, there were a few choices I made when my gut was telling me no. But that gut instinct was silenced by the draw of "good opportunities," "good pay," or the excitement and affirmation of those around me...
Read MoreI began this post about a month ago... and my intention was to hit publish before I left for Europe for a few weeks. But alas, that didn't happen and here we are today! April was a wonderful rainy month here in Kentucky and I was so excited gearing up for my travels abroad...
Read MoreThese boards have been so beneficial in continuing to discover my own style and what I find interesting. I can see a significant change in the confidence I have in my own eye and style. I am constantly trying to create as true to myself as I possibly can, and watching what I'm drawn to has helped define my own style even more than I thought it would!
Read MoreThe choice to begin working as an artist was not one that was made in a day. Rather I'd say it's been mulling in my heart over the course of my life time. I plan to write a post about my journey, but for today; my hope is that this will help you evaluate where you are with your dreams, your heart/intentions, and when or how you should take the leap.
Read MoreFebruary was a very full month for us! But one that made it so easy to feel inspired and motivated. Mostly thanks to the amazing people around us! ....
Read MoreIf you are a friend of mine, you've probably had an interaction with me where I start uncontrollably gushing about something I'm excited or passionate about. A natural part of my personality is to enthusiastically share with those around me the things that I love. So when I get asked about my favorite artist tools, learning calligraphy, watercolor, paper types, etc.. It pains me that one of 3 things ends up happening: ...
Read MoreMy sweet friend Rachel of Joy Monet Photography, told me she had made mood boards for every month last year. I loved the idea, and decided to copy her ;)
But really, I think it is such a wonderful, no pressure way to catalogue the things you find beautiful. Often times when I have felt creatively dry I've looked at the board and found renewed excitement to create. It's also interesting to see a pattern of what colors, textures or type catch your eye...
Read MoreI loved getting to work with Emily to develop her Custom Invitation Suite, Program, and Wreath that she was able to use throughout their ceremony. We went with a simple and elegant design that reflected the overflowing garden that they were to be wed in....
Read MoreA perhaps, little known fact about me, is that I second shoot weddings with my best friend-photographer Ashley McKinney of Shining Light Photography. She is an amazing film photographer, and we were lucky enough to venture to the beautiful Playa Mujeres, MX to document the whole weekend of the Craig Wedding.
Read MoreSweet, sweet Richard & Kelly. These two darlings were featured in Southern Weddings! ...
Read MoreMaddie and Austin.. what a special process! It really was such an honor to be able to create for such dear and influential friends. The process of dreaming and creating with Maddie was so much fun! She is a breath of fresh air and loves to encourage, and let your creativity flourish with limited boundaries....
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