WEEKEND SCENES

I know, a couple days late on sharing some weekend scenes but these little snippets from the weekend made me happy so I decided to compile them anyways. 

I've been working on some paintings for my shop (I've posted a few sneak peaks but have some new things as well).  I keep an ongoing list of quotes and words that inspire me, it was time to start lettering some new ones.  I may add a little design to some of these but I always love how simple the black and white look (especially when nicely framed)... 

I've been really into painting floraly letters.  I'm excited to share what I have in store for these.  Although, since a few friends asked already I think I will offer a little alphabet poster similar to how the original looks below...

 Friday night we went to see some favorite bands play in Tampa (Mickey Avalon, Pepper, Rebelution, and Sublime with Rome).  It was a blast! (instax photo by @influencegirl ).  Although rainy most of the day, it brought cooler weather for the evening outside // Saturday I made the rounds visiting some friends and doing a little shopping of course! I've been wearing my new converse a ton (from the kids section at Nordstrom Rack, ha!). I tried on some of Camilyn Beth's new fall pieces at her studio and fell in love with them all! // Sunday was back in the studio painting and planning shoots.  Little Twiggy always seems to find the best light as she perfectly places herself on my sketches by the window.

Hope you are having lovely week! 

XO 

WEEKEND SCENES : WINTER PARK

What a crazy month this has been.  I have had a slew of projects, both illustration and photography, that have kept me extremely busy lately (like head spinning, can't keep up with my inbox busy).  It's been great though and I will get to sleep one day. ha.  People always ask me what I like better, painting or photography, it's a question that's nearly impossible for me to answer.  Especially in busy times like the Spring when I have so much wedding related work, I feel having both honestly keeps me more sane.  Almost like they are still creative outlets and not my full time job since I get to switch it up.

I'm definitely ending April on a high note with the weekend that just passed.  I went out of town Thursday to photograph a wedding in Winter Park on Friday (Orlando, Florida).  I had been in communication with the bride for over a year so it was so much fun to finally see all the planning come together and celebrate with them. I also created their invitations and stationery (which I will share here soon).  My mom came with me so of course we did a bit of shopping upon our arrival.  We stayed at the Park Plaza Hotel and it was amazing.  The perfect location to walk and explore all the surrounding cuteness.  Before heading home on Saturday we went to the farmers market and breakfast, where most of the above photos are from.  We also got to pop in to the West Elm by Mall at Millenia to see my prints there!

I came home to a beach day with family for Hunters birthday.  We watched the sunset and went to one of our favorite spots for dinner and drinks.

Now to hop in to Monday and paint away!

XO

NEW ORLEANS Pt. I /// CITY MUSINGS

Part one of our trip to New Orleans for fashion week.  I am so in love with this city and all of it's charm.  I mean, the buildings alone!  It is always so fun to explore and find new hidden treasures around nola.  More from this trip to come. 

Happy Friday! 

xox

WEEKEND PRETTY

Caught the sunrise and a beautiful sunset this past weekend.  The sky has been so beautiful lately.  Our weather has been weird and rainy but keeps bringing gorgeous sunsets.  These are some of the first few snaps with my new camera I got last week.  Excited to practice and share more photos from it. 

Happy Monday!

xx

SNAPSHOTS FROM ORLANDO

I had such a good time this past weekend in Orlando.  Even thought it's not too far away from home, it was just the little escape I needed.  I mostly hung out with my parents.  My dad had a conference there all week and then they were continuing on to visit some family after, so I decided to keep my mom company (aka go shopping with her) for a few days.  We stayed at the Buena Vista Palace Hotel & Spa, it was really nice and walking distance from Pleasure Island / Downtown Disney.  We ate a lot of good food, celebrated their 24th anniversary with an amazing dinner at Capital Grille, went to the Mall at Millennia of course, and saw La Nouba by Cirque d soliel.  If you have not been to one of these shows you must go, it's fantastic and so entertaining.  I also managed to fit in a fun day of shooting and playing with my friend Lexie.  I'm feeling refreshed and have had to jump right back in to finishing paintings and editing...exciting things to come!

xox