Be sure to check out Stephanie’s amazing work here.  Thanks Stephanie you are awesome!  xoxo

Here is a great example.  A couple of weeks ago, Beth and I had the extreme honor of meeting and photographing Nino, owner and a Master Floral Designer of Backyard Garden in Fayetteville, NY.   I just love this darling Easter display he had in his store…

Backyard Garden offers creative natural designs for gorgeous bridal bouquets, center pieces, as well as lovely arrangements for any occasion.  For those of you getting married in Central New York, you will definitely want to take a look at the beautiful gallery of bouquets on their website by clicking here.  Also be sure to schedule a consultation with Nino, who has a lovely meeting area right inside his gorgeous store.

I just love this springtime arrangement Backyard Garden created…

Even if you don’t need a flower arrangement, you will want to make a special trip to visit the store.    In addition to the natural floral design, they also sell amazing silk arrangements, vases, a splendid variety of  home decor and gift items.  Nino and his lovely staff are constantly updating the store with new displays.   I’m loving the fresh colors of this showroom centerpiece…

Beth and I didn’t want to stop photographing while we were there.  Everywhere you turn there is a little treasure to be found.   Here is a just a few samples of what I’m talking about…

Thank you so much to Nino, David, Stephanie and Kelly!  We’re looking forward together to working with you this wedding season.  xoxo

Then we braved that cold New York weather for some of my new favorite portraits to date.  As you’ll soon see, I had a hard time picking my favorites, so I went ahead and indulged in a feast of photos.  Do you have a favorite?

Thanks Carolynn!  Give that little muppet Maromi a kiss for me.  xoxo

Thanks Carolynn!  Beth and I had such a great time with you today!  xoxo

I first found Tara on the internet.  I was so excited to find a wedding invitation designer and graphic artist of such immense talent right here in little ol’ central New York!  So of course, I had to meet her.  Tara is not only filled to the brim with talent, but she is also beautiful from every perspective… inside, outside, you name it, she oozes awesomeness.  Here she is at her home studio…

Here are some of her beautiful letterpress wedding invitations.  Did you hear that?  Letterpress!!!

Of course, Tara can fulfill all of your wedding design needs.  Invitations, maps, thank you cards, menus, you name it, she can design it with style and heart…

Love this candid of Tara…

Tara is very environmentally oriented, and uses a lot of “green” materials in her creations.  She shares all of her passions on her blog Ink + Wit, which include yoga, interior design, travel, vegan & raw foods, and of course her own creations.  Here is a sampling of her creative repertoire…

She is also the creative brainstorm behind many company brands and identities.  Love this halo of business cards Tara designed…

In addition to beautiful prints, cards, and invitations, I also just love her packaging.  She often uses fun twine and custom made pin back buttons.  I just had to get this adorable animal alphabet poster.  You can get one too at Tara’s Ink + Wit online shop.

Loving these adorable gift cards…

Here is another beautiful portrait of Tara in her home studio…

Once again, if you need a fantastic designer…

Tara Hogan of Ink + Wit is your gal!  Thank you Tara… you raise the bar!!  xoxo

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