Family Crest Stephanie reached out to me to create a crest for her family. She saw what I created for my mom around Mother’s Day and wanted one for herself – so sweet! Their Story Represented We scheduled a phone consultation and I learned so much about her and her husband in a short amount […]

Custom Wedding Venue Painting Investing in a custom venue painting gives you lots of options for your wedding stationery and welcoming details. For this special project, I painted Tudor Place in Washington, D.C. and used it on the top of a custom wedding crest. It was repurposed as the focal point for the invitations, too! […]

Mother’s Day Gift This year I decided to surprise my mom with a family crest! Since we have to stay home to stay safe, I thought this would make her feel loved and connected. I sent her the digital files as well as some really cute printed goodies. She loved it and I look forward […]

Tranquility Farm Nestled in Virginia’s beautiful Piedmont region, lies the serene Tranquility Farm. I got to know Suzanne who owns this beautiful home with her husband. They live in the Manor, but rent it for wedding weekend getaways. Their property has so many options for your ceremony, reception, and guests to stay. It’s truly tranquil […]

When you consider your furry friend family, leaving them out of your wedding day isn’t an option. Challenges present themselves, though, when your wedding venue doesn’t allow them to be there. Whether they can or cannot be physically present, here are five ways to include them in your special day. STATIONERY   With a watercolor […]

Rescue Pup Dog Portrait Meet Terra! She is my aunt’s sweet rescue pup. Named for her fur color, Terra, like terra cotta pottery is a beautiful, warm orangey-red. She greets you with those big eyes, some friendly sniffs, and her tail wagging. Because she is so adored, my uncle surprised my aunt with a custom […]

A watercolor wedding crest is a beautiful visual representation of your life coming together as one. Once your crest is complete, you will have the digital files to use it for personal use however you like! Here are twenty-five ways you can use them before, during, and after you say “I do.” Stationery Depending on […]

Samoyed Dog Portrait Meet Hoover! He’s the handsome ball of fluff sitting between his human parents, Shanna and Connor. This sweet couple is photographed in front of Eastern Market in Washington, D.C. where their wedding reception will take place. However, Hoover who will serve as “Best Pup” isn’t allowed inside. (Oh no!) Shanna reached out […]