Photography Inspiration

It seems like any day now I'm going to meet my daughter, and I couldn't be more excited. I know I'm going to fall head-over-heels and never want let her go. But in this very moment, after scrolling through loads of images on Slow Motion Living, I just want to jump off of this couch and start creating beautiful imagery. I don't think my hunger for creating beautiful moments will ever go away, and I can't wait until I can get back out on the streets and continue doing it. Until then, I'm just going to enjoy the work of others, and I hope you do too.

Source: unknown, W Magazine, unknown, Vogue Germany, unknown

Inspiring Fashion Photography

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Sometimes you just need a good dose of beautiful images to inspire your creativity. Here are some that I have recently fallen in love with...

Sources: unknown, Classy in the City, E=MC (Fashion), Shiny Squirrel, Caroline's Mode

Style Inspiration

Today I'm spending the day reviewing the year for Promise Tangeman Creative (my other life) with Miss Promise. There's nothing better than a great dose of creative inspiration to fill up the gas tank before a long day of planning, dreaming or any job for that matter. Enjoy!

Images (Fashion Tribes, Pinterest, Paper Tissue,  Zimmermann Clothing, Style vs. Fashion, Belle Rosemonde, Lemonade & Ivy, Pinterest)

Modern Wedding Featured on June Bug Weddings

This past summer had I the wonderful opportunity to work with some AMAZING people, and contribute to a styled wedding shoot with a modern focus. Melissa Jill Photography and Outstanding Occasions were the big masterminds behind the project, and I was brought on to select the bridal gowns and the menswear for the shoot.

I'm very proud to share that this shoot was featured on June Bug Weddings last week, which is a great blog and wedding resource for brides, photographers, and any other industry related professional.

Mariee Gallery and Saks Fifth Avenue were the two places where I pulled the clothing for the shoot. I've said it before, and I'll say it again, Mariee is a fabulous local bridal salon, and they were very generous in lending us a WTOO pocketed wedding dress and Matthew Christopher bridal gown.

From Saks Fifth Avenue, I found some gorgeous Chanel and Christian Louboutin shoes for the bride.

For the menswear, I really wanted to create a layered, patterned look.

I think it's a fresh take on what men can do with plaids, hounds-tooth and gingham prints. Why not use it for formal wear too, right?

We had beautiful jewelry by Emmaquist and Laura Eva Designs.

I think this shoot is a great example of how to create modern wedding for the city gal, and one that definitely resonates with someone like me.

Below is the extensive list of everyone that played a part in the project:

Event Planners: Outstanding Occasions Photographer: Melissa Jill Photography Floral Designer: Camelback Flowershop Reception Venue: W Scottsdale Invitation Designer: Idieh Design Dress Store: Mariee Modeling Agency: The Agency Arizona Cake Designer: Classic Cakes and Confections Linens and Coverings: Classic Party Rentals Phoenix Makeup Artist: Bliss Spa Hair Stylist: Organic Hair Lounge Shoes: Saks Fifth Avenue Jewelry: Laura Eva Designs, Emmaquist Personal Stylist: AVE Styles

As you can see, it takes a lot of amazing people to create something so beautiful, and I'm so glad to have been a part of it all!

Make sure to check out June Bug's post to see more photos!

Photography by Melissa Jill.

DIY Adventures

About six months ago my husband and I bought our first home. We have loved the process of making this new place our own, and we finally have one room ALMOST complete. We're just missing a couple more throw pillows and a true coffee table, and then it's finished! YAY!! I wanted to share a couple of my DIY adventures in decorating our living room. They involve construction paper, paint, glass and chalk.

PROJECT #1 - Transforming a hand-me-down table that was also missing some glass.

I decided to paint the table the same color as my front door because I had leftover paint and because I wanted to bring that color into the living-room more. It only took me a couple of hours and then a full day of letting it dry. (PS - This is our AMAZING junk room. hahaha!)

The table was the perfect height to fit behind the couch. I went to ACE Hardware and had a couple of pieces of glass cut to size. It only cost $20, and they fit perfectly! Mission accomplished. Now it's perfect for some pretty vases. =)

PROJECT #2 - Transform my coat closet door!

I thought it would be really fun to be able to write fun greetings on the coat closet door. So, with a couple coats of chalkboard paint we transformed it.

I got to test it out just in time for a big birthday bash for a friend of ours.

Project #3 - Add wall art

I don't really have a before and after for this. I just took some Ikea frames and placed some sheets of construction paper to add a bright pop of color. It's a SUPER easy and INEXPENSIVE way to add color.

I also used photos from some recent photo shoots. =)

Next room to tackle is the kitchen!!!