Engage!11 Grand Cayman – Power Words and The Sketches Part II

I’m back today with more from Engage!11 in Grand Cayman!  With all the fabulous inspiration it is difficult to choose what to share.  We created a suite of custom stationery pieces using the gorgeous papers of Envelopments in addition to some uncommon materials too!  The event itinerary was printed on canvas, imparting a luxe texture that was heaven to the touch.  A watercolor coral pattern set the stage for our SKETCHED logo featuring a sassy starfish illustration.  Thick ivory and gold inks were  hand painted into each creature with a swooshy wash of tan watercolor across the words Grand Cayman!

Photos by the incredible Donna Von Breuning

Okay, now onto the sketches of the super smart and of course incredibly dressed speakers.  First up are the brilliant Bryan Rafanelli and Todd Fiscus.  Bryan gave us some key words, I like to call them POWER words to think about:  Spunk, valor, intuition, heart, bravery, moxie and spirit!

Marcy Blum is always looking incredible but this time around especially in her wow dress full of color and texture!  Carley Roney from The Knot was possibly my favorite sketch of the week, she looked so graceful…

Barabara Corcoran from The Shark Tank took the stage by storm in a whirlwind of yellow.  She spoke of the The Power of Fun in our businesses.  The Party Goddess is gorgeous  in turquoise teal!

Ceci New York in her Diane Von Furstenberg and Tejani bling and Mindy Weiss looking lovely as always!

Spirited waves, roses, orchids and textures spun themselves into a new patten I am dying to see on a painted invitation.  Tucked between the sketched line-work are key words  that for me exemplify the speakers’ messages.  Experience, joy, conviction, trust, artistry, gratitude…

Stick around for a bit longer as tomorrow I am sharing gorgeous shots of the stationery pieces we created.  If you love tropical, beachy wedding inspiration you will adore what is coming next!

Engage!10 The Breakers – The Speakers, Sketched

Last week had the honor of attending Engage!10 at The Breakers in West Palm Beach.  Read more here about my love of these wedding industry symposiums…
Rebecca and Kathryn asked me this time around to sketch each speaker…Many know that my way of experiencing the day and plethora of information shared is to sketch while I take notes.  It is easy to find inspiration since everyone is dressed always beautifully and emits the most creative energy imaginable…

Here is my look at some favorites from the nearly 40 speaker sketches I created! Later this week I will share the live sketches!

Loved Rebecca’s wrap blouse it intense fuchsia…so fun to sketch…

Lara Casey from Southern Weddings is always lovely and dressed impeccably.

Marilyn from Inside Weddings looks fab in green!  Carley and David from The Knot getting some cuddle time.

Randy Fenoli and Sylvia Weinstock have a special relationship at Engage.  They can usually be found together on the dance floor!

I got to know Bernadette (who is a innovator in the same sex wedding market) from 14 Stories a bit better this time around.  The same goes for Susan from Destination Weddings and Honeymoons…after several quick meetings we finally had the chance to connect!

Brian Rafanelli mezmerized the room with his no nonsense approach and inspiring stories.  Abby Larson from Style Me Pretty is incredibly kind in person, we all love her, right?

And lastly, Brooke Thomas from Weddings Unveiled Magazine’s cover sketch!!!  See what fun can happen when a headshot cannot be found??!!

Engage!10 Recap Part II – The Sketches

The Engage Symposiums are mindfully crafted to never be short on style or detail.  This year was no different.  To put into words my appreciation for Rebecca and Kathryn, is difficult…thank you just doesn’t seem to cut it.  Our industry is brighter, more savvy and stylish, stronger and more ready to face shift (thank you Simon T. Bailey) than ever before….and it is in large part due to the work of these two women.  I just had to take a moment to say…

The quote penciled in this sketch: “Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there.” – Will Rogers

My sketching habit at Engage reached epic proportions this year…I couldn’t stop.
Joanne and her team from Celebrations Ltd. in the Caymans provided unending inspiration for my eyes with each beautifully designed room and event.

A casual conversation on stage between Millie Bratten, Sylvia Weinstock and Marcy Blum was both filled with laughs and invaluable information.
Sylvia encouraged us to “know you are the best” while Millie reminded us “you have to show up”.  Well said.

Last but not least, Colin Cowie and Carley Roney!