My heart maybe skipped a beat when I saw the new spring 2011 ads for Chanel! Maybe because I styled a setting simular to this a few months ago (shot by Jessica Claire)… sigh.
~Renee’
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April13th
No CommentsChanel spring 2011
Posted in: designer, fashion, style shoot
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April13th
No CommentsGothic Romance
Posted in: Inspiration, style shoot
I am always a fan of a little romance but why not throw a little Gothic in too? I was able to bring a few pieces for Vanessa ( Alchemyfineevents) installment for her art history series that are featured being on Style unveiled. It took place at the beautiful Grand Del Mar in San Diego,ca. and was shot by the sweet and too cute Jill Thomas. I did get a little more excited though when I saw what hair and make up done by katwalk styling came up with… it was drama, drama, drama…my favorite!
I loved this large arrangement from Isari flower studio…so gorgeous. Our model for the day had tatoos that I thought worked perfectly to add that edge for our gothic inspiration.
Desserts provided by opera patisserie with a great backdrop of the church pane.
Jill captured the light so beautifully here:
Last but not least one of my personal FAVORITES … when we had our model play with the lace…
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March23rd
No CommentsI was beyond ecstatic when I got asked by Cortnie from canvasandcanopy to help on this amazing inspiration shoot for Nonpareil magazine for their December issue! She knew I would have a few pieces that would fit for the shoot but Cortnie definitely worked her magic and gathered it all herself! When we got to the location ( Santa Barbara museum ), I kept getting distracted as our photographer Elizabeth Messina also brought some insane antique pieces…okay maybe I was drooling! It was definitely an all day event and although tedious I just love setting it all up! I was blown away by all of the vendors who collaborated on this shoot, you could tell they were all very excited about the creativity and unexpectedness of the shoot! Here are some images I just could not live without:
For all of the amazing photos please check out the issue of NONPAREIL Magazine. Cupcake above by mysweetandsaucy.
Hair and make up by Fiore Beauty was flawless. I was in love with this necklace and Cortnie chose the most perfect dress to channel this “Shipwreck/bohemian” feel.
Flowers were by La Partie events, and headpiece by Lo Boheme. The table set up shown below was so whimsical… and FULL of amazing details.
One of my favorite details was the hand dyed yarn that Cortnie made for the chairs.
Laura Hooper provided the Calligraphy…
A fun way to display seating cards, and a map of mine to show off the boutineers.
Bride and Groom chair… Elizabeth capturing a sweet moment..
A vintage suitcase and a trunk full of treasures…
Of course I have to end this post with this sweet shot through the netting… and some killer designer shoes.
Thank you to Cortnie for letting me be a part of this amazing shoot…a great experience indeed. This shoot was also featured on Green wedding shoes!
~Renee’
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February15th
No CommentsI love to be involved in unique shoots and when I got an email from Vanessa to add some props for her Art History for Brides series… I thought how fun! I instantly did some research and I was surprised to also realize I had some cool Greek pieces already! Vanessa did a great job getting us all together and again everyone was so nice and fun to work with! Jill Thomas did an amazing job taking the photos… here are a couple of my favorites:
Isari flower studio did an awesome job with the flowers, the colors were perfect with just right shade of periwinkle blue… a popular Greek color. I also loved the blue striped pillow Vanessa made, it just popped in the photo above! I am also a girl who loves her accessories so I was in love with the metallic headpiece sent from Rachelleigh from NYC!
Vanessa and I were able to mix our dishware together for this Greek inspired setting! We added my coveted lion head pin to the dinner plate to add a little more detail. I also was kind of obsessing over my tassels and found a home for them tied around one of my white chairs.
Vanessa (Alchemy fine events) just nailed the Greek vibe perfectly with these invitations!
Katwalk styling did the hair and make up. LOVED the fishtail braid!!!! The dress was from Allyson Simone of Provence bride. Our model (who is also a dancer) wore this dress to perfection… the back of this dress was daring but had that right amount of Greek feeling to it.
To see more of this shoot please visit Style unveiled …
~Renee’
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December1st
No CommentsSneak Peak: Boudoir
Posted in: Inspiration, style shoot
I cannot wait to write a full post, but for now this must suffice. Photo shot by the the lovely Jessica Claire , helped styled by moi …
~Renee’
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November6th
1 CommentWhere do I begin…its Martha Stewart…I am still pinching myself! I was so excited when I got the call from Cortnie from canvas and canopy saying she needed a few of my props for this Metallic Hollywood Regency shoot that was going to be featured on Martha Stewart’s blog. Leila Khalil of Be Inspired PR gathered up a bunch of gifted wedding vendors to collaborate on this shoot. So of course I said when and where and gathered all the items that I thought would fit the whole vibe of the shoot. I could not wait to begin! When I got to Shade hotel I was blown away by all the amazing people that collaborated for this shoot! I have to say, I had a blast! Was I really working? Then the best part… the photos. They were all taken by talented Jose Villa . They were absolutely gorgeous. I tried so hard to narrow down for this post so here are a few of my favs:
Carissa from JL designs made the most amazing flower arrangements, the colors were so perfect for this Metallic series. The flowers truly stole she show or (shoot) I should say. I was also dying over the vintage china! They were provided by Jason from Small Masterpiece.
The gorgeous couple Troy and Aimee Grover who were our models for the day. I was in love with this sequin dress… so fun and flirty! Hair and Make up was done by the lovely Erica from 1011 makeup…
The hairpiece was made by Carissa. I just love her creativity. It just goes to show, how one simple piece can make such a statement!
The desserts were made by Cupcakes Couture. We mixed in some of Jason’s dishware and a few of my gold chargers. Of course we were happy to taste these awesome creations after… they were sooooo good!
The stationary was made by Kristy from Momental designs…
Last but not least…my awesome props! I was so pleased to see how well they all went with the whole look. I have 2 of these vintage stools, they are one of my favorite finds.
A vintage candelabra… definitely Hollywood Regency.
I was trying so hard to find a way to hang this chandelier of mine! Where we were shooting it just did not work, but Jose was so sweet to take a couple photos of it…Love!
My vintage drinking cart and head bust (aka Fabio). Cortnie made the cutest greyhound drinks…
Cortnie made these great DIY mirrored name tags with Carissa adding on the gold succulent.
One last shot of Troy and Aimee.
Another big Thank you to Leila for getting us all together! To see all of the gorgeous images make sure you check out the feature on Martha Stewart\’s blog: Brides guide
~Renee’
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November4th
No CommentsA favorite
Posted in: style shoot, Vintage
Just another photo that I have wanted to post. I love the moment that Jessica Claire captured here of Dani from our Mad Hatter shoot. It is in between a shot but don’t you just love those candid ones?
~Renee’
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September17th
No CommentsAll about the shoes
Posted in: style shoot, wardrobe
Since I was not able to be there the day of the shoot, I was not able to see all the photos taken. I asked Edmund Prieto (who set up the session) to see more photos and I was so excited when I saw this shot! I LOVE bright shoes and Desiree Shuey , who took this photo made them stand out! Thank you Desiree that is what I wanted when I had her bring those shoes…
~Renee’
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August30th
No CommentsBehind a shot
Posted in: style shoot, Vintage
One thing I love about photography is the behind the scene action that happens. I love the whole process from a simple idea to then making it happen in real life and capturing it with the camera. Of course there has been times when the idea has not worked out then it lead me to another one, maybe even better… that is the best. When I was working on my Mad Hatter shoot with Jessica Claire awhile back ago, I had this idea to have clocks floating in frames above the door table. I checked out the site again and realized how was I going to get the wire high enough to go over the tree to hang? After much trial and error and I’ll save the long story… we were able to hang the frames in place! Below, Jess shot a quick photo of me setting up:
Then we found the next problem to get the shot was to keep the frames still! There was a slight breeze so before every shot I had to hold the frames still and then quickly run away so Jess could capture the shot! Good thing she had super fast fingers!
We had to do this about 15 times to make sure we got the shot but again… it was all worth it in the end! I love when my ideas can come to life!
~ Renee’
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August5th
No CommentsGlam in the desert
Posted in: fashion, Modern, style shoot
I was very excited to work again with the very talented Edmund Prieto. He has such a cool style and is always up for anything, which I love! When I found out he was having a shoot in a desert basin I knew I had to be a part of it. I immediately pictured the shoot to be a little bit industrial, but with some glamor thrown in it. I had this great metal and wooden bench I have been wanting to use and paired it with my zebra rug to give that glamor feel. I talked to the lovely Christine, who was going to be the model for the shoot and she said she had this great bubble, black dress… to which of course I said that was perfect for the shoot! I had her also bring a great bold/glam necklace and bracelet and topped it off with a feather hairpiece of mine from my wardrobe! For Johnny, I wanted him to be more simple so I had him wear a crisp white shirt and nice jeans to compliment the industrial vibe. It was a little crazy because on the actual day of the shoot, I knew I was not able to be there but with the help of Edmund…and a few phone calls… we were able to get it done!
Edmund also set up hair and make up to be done by Kaycee marie and I LOVED it!
Don’t you just love black and white photos? I do! The lighting is gorgeous and it just give it a more drama…
I would have to say this is my favorite shot of the day. I love how all the props came together! I added a fun, blue pillow (from my own house) to add a pop of color.
This dress is actually a vintage nightgown! (from my prop wardrobe). I wanted to make it more modern so I had her add a black belt and some great blue shoes (Christine’s). Felt so blessed to style this shoot and of course use my props… for more great photos check out Edmund\’s blog!
~Renee’