PAINTING DAYS

I had to take some updated head shots recently for an upcoming project.  I love these few "behind the scenes" photos my friend Jess snapped of me.  Getting your photo taken is pretty weird.  Well at least for me since I'm usually the one taking.  As I tried to get a "serious" head shot, we couldn't stop laughing (mainly at my awkwardness and inability to smile without feeling cheesy lol).  So when given a prop, like my paints, things went a little smoother, haha! 

Anyways, I thought I would share as the paintings featured are a few new things I'm pretty excited about.  The colorful poppies (on the floor in the second photo) are now available as an 8 x 10 print here.  The feathers I have been working on this week and am really pleased with the outcome, you can see a better shot on my instagram.  

XO

necklace: madewell / bracelet: bourbon & bowties / rings: misc, some from H&M

BEHIND THE BRAND

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As I've been fine tuning my brand (s) lately, I started a private board on Pinterest, just for me, to organize my inspirations and thoughts.  I have been extremely selective in pinning things that really speak to me, things that have a mood to suit me, and only colors I want to use in my design and packaging.  This is one reason I truly love Pinterest, it's been so helpful to refer to while designing and choosing colors, etc.  I am a completely visual person (go figure) so I can't even tell you how great this resource is to me.  

Sometimes we don't really know why images speak to us...but I think that's fine as long as they are making us feel something. And that's what has happened (to me) so far.  I'm proud of myself for being patient and thoughtful about this process (cue New Year's resolutions).  I am excited for all of the new things I have to offer in the coming months (design and photography wise).  I hope you'll continue to follow along and always feel free to share comments and suggestions.  

Happy weekend!  xx