Happy February! This month I’m exploring four pieces I love that are all about love. Whether through soft pastels or bold, contrasting tones, the way different artists use color to evoke emotions is always so captivating to me. These four love-inspired works stand out because they use color in distinct ways to capture the essence of love, without overtly showcasing raw emotion. Here’s a closer look at why these pieces resonate with me. 01. The Kiss by Egon Schiele What I love most about Egon Schiele’s The Kiss is its raw, expressive style. The figures are loosely sketched against a warm peachy-pink background, giving the scene a feeling of closeness and intimacy. The solid ivory color layered behind creates a soft contrast, framing the...
Embracing the New Year: Inspiration and Intentions for 2025 As I enter 2025, I love reflecting on my past year and setting goals for the year ahead. I’m so excited for a new year full of creative and personal milestones, and feel so inspired to continue to improve my work and live intentionally. My Business Resolutions: Embracing the Process and Growth I’ve learned that growth doesn’t just come from the big milestones, but from the quiet moments of discipline and consistency. This year, my business resolutions are focused on building a rhythm that encourages creativity, while also taking the time to enjoy the process—no matter how messy or imperfect it may seem. 1. Weekly Studio Time:One of my core goals...
I had so much fun planning our wedding and I’ve wanted to share some of the details in a blog post for a while. There were so many helpful resources I found when planning and I hope I can help some other brides out there by sharing them! I'm a big picture thinker and knew that a lot of the little details probably wouldn't go as planned anyways, so I really tried to focus on the overall feel of the day and preparing more for our marriage than the actual day itself. We planned everything ourselves with the help of our amazing family and friends, and incredible day-of coordinator, Mikayla Gabaldon. Our photographer, Redden Wood, her second shooter, Jackie Nunnally, and our videographer, Isaiah Rendon, could not...