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February 2, 2012

Happy Birthday Leila!

A painted birthday wish for Leila, who inspires us all to be more and do more everyday… XOXO

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Posted by kristy | Filed under: Be Inspired PR, Happy Birthday, peach, pink

February 2, 2012

A Peek into the Studio – Versailles Swirl Wedding Invitations

Years ago I created a painting for Taylor. She was hosting a Parisian influenced event and wanted a watercolor wedding invitation inspired by an aerial view of Versailles Gardens. Enter my Versailles Swirl artwork. Since then we have adapted, deconstructed and detailed this original look for Brides all over the world. Who doesn’t love a little swirl?

For Allison, a subtle sea vibe was in order balanced by the structure of gray damask.

Amy opted for a Deco nod in her Peacock plumed swirl…

Melissa more than nodded to Deco and even had us sketch a swanky couple silhouette…

Kate mingled Versailles Swirl with romantic fluffy blooms and a dreamy color palette…

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Posted by kristy | Filed under: blue, gray, Modern Swirl, pink, purple, Swirl Wedding Inspiration, Swirl Wedding Invitation Inspiration, Versailles Swirl Wedding Invitations

January 31, 2012

Inspirations – Dreamy Mint Green and Crimson

A dreamy color palette filled with bold surprises in crimson and raspberry. Organic textures mix with a subtle literary nod seen in the Vintage Book Wedding Invitations…

Mint Green Mirror Room, Papers, Saipua Poppies

A Real Momental Wedding – Blueberry and Pink Travel Inspired Malibu Wedding

We love working with Constance, from Constance Curtis Events! Her design aesthetic gives us the opportunity to spread our creative wings and get serious with our brushes. Heather and Scott’s wedding recently seen on Green Wedding Shoes took a joyful color palette and the couple’s love of travel and spun it into a masterful scene of moments.

To begin our love affair with this event, lets talk about the palette. When Constance first got in touch she described a blueberry shade… not navy, not indigo, but juicy, fresh, blueberry. Love.

Possibly a favorite stationery moment from this wedding were the seating “cards” Rough cut wood block were painted with an abstract ocean pattern in shades of blue. Handwritten names on a shimmery burnt sugar cardstock set an artful yet sophisticated tone.

Holly Flora always blows us away with their thoughtful arrangements full of grace and evidence of a savvy compositional eye. Some pinks led towards coral for an eclectic vibe that speaks softly but with confidence.

The paper story began with a sketch of the Santa Monica Pier individually finished with ink brushstrokes in aqua shimmer.

Heather and Scott’s affinity for travel found its voice on each table. A short story and coordinating watercolor sketch informed guests of their many stops around the globe. Alternating paper choices in blueberry and pink avoided an overly matchy-matchy look.

Croquet and Photobooth signs were purist in their simple watercolor painted technique…

I’m not sure what was said in this moment. I don’t have to know. What is obvious is the pure joy present at this celebration. The couples personality shone everywhere and that is what makes this event so magnetic. Proud to have been part. XO

Photography- Gabriel Ryan Photography :: Event Design + Planning- Constance Curtis Events :: Venue-Villa Skyletta, Malibu :: Floral Design-Holly Flora :: Hair + Makeup- The Studio Agency :: Catering-An Catering :: Cake- Sweet and Saucy :: Music- Vox DJ :: Rentals- Classic Party Rentals :: Vintage Rentals-Ribbons and Rust :: Photobooth-Cliques Photobooth

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Posted by kristy | Filed under: blue, Constance Curtis Events, Custom Watercolor Landscape, Malibu California, pink, Travel Wedding Inspiration, Travel Wedding Invitation, Watercolor invitation inspiration, watercolor landscape wedding invitation, Watercolor Wedding Inspiration, Wooden Place Card Ideas

January 30, 2012

Inspirations – Pink Poppies and Milk Glass Southern Wedding Shower

Peaches, posies and white milk glass galore inspire a Southern Wedding Shower with a distinctively graceful swagger….

Southern Blooms Wedding Invitation, Papers, Swiss Dot Wedding Cake, Milk Glass Wedding Shower Blooms

Love a spin on this look by adding the freshness of green…

Wedding Cake with Peaches, Papers, Southern Blooms Wedding Invitation, Peach Basket Wedding Centerpieces

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Posted by kristy | Filed under: big bloom wedding invitation, ivory, peach, Peach Poppy Wedding Inspiration, pink, Southern Weddings Invitation, Swiss Dot Handmade Wedding Invitations, Swiss Dot Wedding Inspiration, watercolor poppy

January 30, 2012

A Peek into the Studio – Pretty Pansies at The Bride’s Cafe

I’m in need of a little Spring. How about you? If only the slightest suggestion of the warmer temps and a green scent in the air that will come soon. These pretty pansy images from Amelia Johnson seen on The Bride’s Cafe did the trick for me. Now it’s your turn to breathe in a hint of Spring!