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Welcome to my little corner of the internet where I share all things wedding inspiration + ideas, client stories + testimonials, and some of my favorite highlights from couples I have served.

I am so glad you're diving into some of my previous work with me, and whether you're getting married soon, a hopeless romantic, or just someone that appreciates the artistry of bespoke wedding stationery and live wedding paintings — welcome to your new happy place.

Bride and groom at beach wedding happy because they know when to send destination wedding save-the-dates.

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The Most Important First Introduction You’ll Ever Make Why Save-the-Dates Are Crucial for Destination Weddings Heyyyyyy there! You must be here because you are desperately needing to know when to send destination wedding save-the-dates to all of your friends and family. I’m here to help set some records straight and give you a comprehensive answer-all […]

When to Send Destination Wedding Save-the-Dates

April 13, 2025

Invitations

Wondering how much does a live wedding painter cost - Carl House Painter

How Much Does a Live Wedding Painter Cost?

One of the most frequent questions I get asked is how much does a live wedding painter cost? Planning a wedding is full of exciting decisions, from picking the perfect dress to choosing decorations that match your style. One unique way to make your big day extra special is by hiring a live wedding painter. […]

How Much Does a Live Wedding Painter Cost?

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March 3, 2025

Wedding Paintings

E Stokes Creations with grooms showing live wedding painting during the Farm in Rome GA wedding.

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A Love Story for the Ages What is better than a with a cozy, joy-filled, Christmas-themed wedding at The Farm in Rome GA wedding venue? Honestly? Not much. Taylor and Brantly’s love story is the kind that makes your heart melt. High school sweethearts who had been dreaming of this day for years, they finally […]

The Farm in Rome GA Wedding: A Magical Christmas Wedding

February 27, 2025

Wedding Paintings

Unique wedding invites created for a Beaver Creek Colorado winter wedding.

Unique Wedding Invites that Your Guests Will Actually Keep

Because your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, every detail should feel personal and meaningful, thus the importance of having unique wedding invites! Outside of your engagement announcement on social media, the first thing your guests will see is your invitation! That means that having intentional wedding invitations is the perfect opportunity to introduce them […]

Unique Wedding Invites that Your Guests Will Actually Keep

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February 10, 2025

Invitations

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Wedding Ceremony Painter Explains Live Painting Process As a live wedding ceremony painter, it has been the honor of my lifetime to provide to create live art for wedding couples. Live wedding painting is a beautiful and unique way to capture the essence of a couple’s special day. If you’ve only seen viral videos of […]

Wedding Ceremony Painter Explains Live Painting Process

February 3, 2025

Wedding Paintings

Custom wedding invitations for Vail, Colorado bride featuring watercolor artwork, a custom wedding map, and hand-lettere calligraphy.

Why Custom Wedding Invitations Beat DIY Invitations Every Time

Custom wedding invitations are the BEST way to invite your wedding guests to the most important day of your life. With boutique wedding invitation design, you’re guaranteed to have the highest-quality paperie with intentional design elements that actually reflect you and your fiancé and fit into the overall theme for your wedding day. It’s time […]

Why Custom Wedding Invitations Beat DIY Invitations Every Time

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December 20, 2024

Invitations

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Maggie and Andrew’s love story is as charming and beautiful as their custom-made Charleston wedding invitations. Maggie and Andrew were married on August 26, 2023, in none other than the historically beautiful Charleston, South Carolina. Surrounded by their friends, family, and the timeless beauty of the Gibbes Museum of Art, their wedding was the perfect […]

Garden Party Charleston Wedding Invitations

July 21, 2024

Invitations

Fairytale Wedding Invitations for Tate House Wedding

Mallory and Jeff’s wedding at the enchanting Tate House was nothing short of a fairytale, and their invitations were the perfect prelude to their magical day. I had the absolute joy of crafting bespoke invitations that reflected their timeless love story and the grandeur of their venue. With delicate calligraphy, lush floral watercolor motifs, and a hint of vintage charm, each piece was designed to evoke elegance and romance.

Fairytale Wedding Invitations for Tate House Wedding

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June 19, 2024

Invitations

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    streamline your wedding preparations with a comprehensive guide detailing how bespoke stationery and live wedding painting can add the perfect artistic touch to your special day.