December 22, 2014, 8:00 am
New York City natives, Becky and Jeff, hosted their closest family and friends at the beautiful Villa la Cassinella on Lake Como in Italy. Lake Como is full of romance and beauty and was the perfect setting for their celebrations. They exchanged vows while overlooking the breathtaking lake and later dined and danced under the stars.
Ceremony + Reception Location: Villa la Cassinella // Wedding Planning: RLLWeddings // Flowers: Figlie dei Fiori // Wedding Gown: Pronovias // Bride's Shoes: Valentino // DJ: Dimitry Mak // Invitations & Programs: Fariel Ali // Bridesmaids Dresses: Jcrew
↧
Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all. - Helen Keller
And just like that we are saying goodbye to another year and 2015 begins. I cannot wait to see what it has in store... let the adventures begin!
↧
↧
On the pink sands of Harbour Island, Bahamas Amy and Taylor exchanged vows in what can only be described as effortlessly beach chic style. Their weekend destination celebration brought together their nearest and dearest for their barefoot celebration under the stars with beautiful design by Little Island Design. You can see more of their wedding in the August/September 2014 Issue of BRIDES and on Style Me Pretty.
Ceremony and Reception Venue: Pink Sands Resort // Wedding Planner, designer and caterer: Little Island Design // Bride's Gown: Claire Pettibone // Invitations: Caspari
↧
January 23, 2015, 1:00 pm
Thank you so much Martha Stewart Weddings for sharing Annie and Tad's beautiful Beverly Hills Wedding at the historic Greystone Mansion in your 20th Anniversary Winter Issue on stands now! I can't wait to share all the images from this stunning celebration next week!
↧
January 26, 2015, 6:30 am
↧
↧
February 6, 2015, 7:00 am
'The horse, with beauty unsurpassed, strength immeasurable and grace unlike any other, still remains humble enough to carry a man upon his back.'
-Amber Senti
↧
'As soon as I saw you I knew a grand adventure was about to happen.'
-A.A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh
Sharing a love of adventure and the scenic mountains of Colorado; Vail was an easy choice for Becky and Jason as the backdrop for their engagement session. Together we trekked through the snow and laughed our way through a freezing but remarkable afternoon surrounded by the natural beauty that abounds in Colorado. It was an adventurous and memorable day that left us craving a bit more winter and time in the mountains...
Thank you so much Style Me Pretty for sharing Becky and Jason's session and love story online today, you can view it here.
↧
Art is the only way to run away without leaving home.
-Twyla Tharp
↧
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
Thank you to all of the contributors...
Design + Styling: Joy Proctor // Floral Design: Amy Osaba Events // Hair + Makeup: Luna Bella Hair and Makeup // Jewelry: Sofia Kaman // Furniture: Found Vintage Rentals // Commissioned Cream Backdrop: Katherine Bell of The Habitat Factory // Cocktails + Recipes: Melissa Piña of Soiree Center // Tableware + China: Small Masterpiece // Cakes: Enjoy Cupcakes, Frost It Cupcakery, Bottega Louie, Lele Patisserie, M Cakes Sweets // Dresses: Lovely Bridal, Claire Pettibone, Elizabeth Dye, Chernaya Bridal House, Emily Riggs Bridal, Eugenia Couture // Groom's Attire: Tuxedo: J.Crew Ludlow Shawl-Collar Jacket, Shoes: Mercanti Fiorentini Suit: Yves Saint Laurent // Veil: Emily Riggs Bridal, Gossamer // Invitation Suites: Twinkle and Toast, Lazaro Press, Design House of Moira, Susan Silverberg, Kathleen Cooper Fine Papers, Poppy and Scooter, Minted, Written Word Calligraphy, Little Miss Press, Paper Birch Designs, Mon Voir // Models: NEXT Management LA // Film Processing & Scanning: Richard Photo Lab
↧
↧
'Do not regret growing older. It is a privilege denied to many.' -unknown
As I blow out a candle and welcome a new year I have never been more inspired or enlivened to see what the coming year will bring. Today, with you as a witness, I would like to make a pinky promise and to set an intention for the next 365 days...
This year I promise to live outside of my comfort zone; to challenge what I know as an artist; as a person; to say yes to new adventures; to give back; to share; to take a deep breath; to appreciate those who love me; to be kind; to be brave and above all, to live.
Thank you for joining me for the journey...
Image for the Astrology Edition of Flutter Magazine // Tabletop by Small Masterpiece
↧
↧
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
Years ago, when I first began working in Miami as a photo assistant I was introduced to the secluded beach paradise of the The Moorings Village in Islamorada. I spent many days working on it's beautiful beaches and it is always the first place that comes to mind when looking for the idyllic island backdrop. Together in collaboration with The Knot and the art direction of Joy Proctor Design I photographed this engagement editorial for the Special Edition Gay Weddings issue of The Knot. All about carefree romance, the lure of the ocean breeze and the smell of salt water in the air; this shoot reminds me once again of the magic and beauty in Islamorada. See the full editorial here + enjoy the trip to paradise....
Art Direction & Design: Joy Proctor Design // Fashion Stylist: Danny Santiago // Assistant Fashion Stylist: Desiree Di Tomaso // Location: The Moorings Village, Islamorada + Pierre's Restaurant // Grooming: Bo Satayakul using MAC Cosmetics and Privé // Invitation Suite: Lazaro Press // Models: Front Management // Processing & Scanning: Richard Photo Lab
↧
This April, Chad and I stopped in Paris for a few days while on our way to Amsterdam for the European Wedding Congress. Our previous trips to Paris involved mostly working and in our free time seeing as many of the 'must see' museums and attractions as possible. This trip we decided to leave our agenda open and we took the time to wander the city and let the days unfold before us. Or as they say in France; Flâneur: one who strolls around aimlessly but enjoyably, observing life and their surroundings. ![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
merci Greg!Each visit to Paris I peel back one more layer to discover another alluring aspect of the city and always leave feeling inspired and connected to history. It's one of my favorite cities to explore and I look forward to a lifetime of trying to discover everything it has to offer.
↧
↧
↧
'See, he's her lobster!' -Phoebe, FRIENDS
One of my favorite aspects of destination weddings is that they are typically multi day events surrounding the couple being celebrated in a place they love. They allow the couple to create an experience for their closest family and friends sharing what they love most and spending quality time with everyone involved.
Johnny and Joanne gathered their closest family and friends together in Carmel Valley to enjoy an authentic lobster bake as an ode to Johnny's upbringing in New England. Guests from all over the world shared stories over corn on the cob with lobster crackers in hand. It was the perfect way to kick off their wedding celebrations...
See more of their celebrations featured in Volume 3 of Utterly Engaged.
Venue: Carmel Valley Community Park // Caterer: Jeffrey's Grilling and Catering // Lobsters and Accessories: New England Lobster Company // Videographer: Sara Amos Films // Dress: Juicy Couture // Shoes: LK Bennett
↧
↧
The world only exists in your eyes.
You can make it as big or small as you want.
-F. Scott Fitzerald
Thank you Style Me Pretty for featuring Katelyn and Jerimiah's springtime New York City engagement session; you can see it all here.
↧
↧
It is by riding a bicycle that you learn the contours of a country best, since you have to sweat up the hills and coast down them. Thus you remember them as they actually are, while in a motor car only a high hill impresses you, and you have no such accurate remembrance of country you have driven through as you gain by riding a bicycle.
-Ernest Hemingway
Thank you Amsterdam for your bustling streets and endless canals...
Chad and I enjoyed exploring while in the Netherlands for the European Wedding Congress this Spring. Our highlights were navigating the entire city atop a bicycle and hopping on the tram, the Van Gogh Museum, peeking in boutiques in The Nine Streets, brunch at Little Collins, lunch at The Seafood Bar and a beautiful dinner off the beaten path at Wilde Zwijnen.
See you next time Amsterdam!!
↧
↧
'Keep some room in your heart for the unimaginable.'
-Mary Oliver
See more of this San Ysidro Ranch engagement session here.
↧
