Lori Fenn is Phoemale

Lori Fenn is making Phoenix a more colorful city one painting at a time. She is one of the most talented, creative souls I know. She lives a life of creativity. So much so that I imagine when she's doing something as mundane as brushing her teeth she somehow makes it a work of art. She's really inspirational. I also imagine her as a living rainbow - happy, colorful, bright, and kind of magical. We spent some time together  recently in her current work space. It's a colorful little nook filled with so much vibrancy plus an exercise bike dating back to (probably) the 70's, so of course we had to ride it!

She started painting as a teenager, but really got into it about ten years ago.  Being creative is just who she is - whether it's cooking, sewing, painting, etc. She loves thinking up intricate designs. Painting helps get to get those ideas out of her mind and onto something tangible. You've got to check out her work at lorifenn.com. She is obsessed with color (obviously, she IS a rainbow, after all) and that really shows in her work from her paintings to her wardrobe to her skincare line...Oooo skincare line, you say...read on.

Lori is probably most well-known in the valley as a painter, but her skincare line, Lua skincare, is growing rapidly, deservedly so. Skincare is something she has been passionate about for twenty years. She's always leaned towards a more natural lifestyle and wanted to create something for her own skin that worked and used pure ingredients. Her passion turned into a business idea and Lua was born. She loves the concept of combining her art (labels, logo, etc) into a product that she created; combining all of her passions and ideals to create something that inspires and really comes from the heart and soul. To continue on her path of combining creative passions, Lori is working on a cookbook! This will be reflective of her natural lifestyle using bright, colorful, nourishing ingredients. I'm super pumped about this project! Follow her on Instagram to keep up on this and all the beautifulness she keeps so lovingly sharing with the world. 

 

January 2017 Project 365 .....It's been too long....It's good to be back!

Let's me preface this by saying I'm very, very, very, very pregnant right now and even the simplest task of sitting at my desk building a blog story is exhausting...I'm not going to lie! I've been sick almost every day since mid-July and that has taken it's toll on me mentally and physically. I don't feel like myself at all. Creativity sparks are few and far between when all you can think about is trying to feel better. So, I'm pretty proud of myself for staying true to my resolution of doing another 365 Day In The Life of my family and life. It's February 22 and I've not missed a day - hooray! Baby #2 is due anytime now and I can't wait for all sorts of reasons. I figured I needed to get the images from the month of January out in the world before I'm busy doing things like laboring. Enjoy, my friends. xo

Natalie + Ryan // Phoenician Wedding // Scottsdale, AZ

Natalie and Ryan tied the knot in a simple, loving, and private courthouse ceremony on a Friday afternoon. They later celebrated their marriage with friends and family at the gorgeous Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. There was a hint of old Hollywood, lots of glamour, and so much love that night. Natalie is the essence of poise and beauty. Ryan has such calmness and grace about him. The two of them together is something wonderful to witness. A force to behold. I felt very lucky to have been there on that magic evening to share in the love and happiness. 

Hanna + Andrew // Scottsdale Wedding // Shemar Arts Center

It's been a few months since Hanna & Andrew's beautiful morning wedding and brunch reception. Looking back through the photos to create this blog post, all the emotions of that day came flooding back. I may have even got a little teary eyed. The warmth and amount of love this couple has spills out onto everyone around them. You can feel it in their images. It was a truly beautiful and heartwarming day. 

Big shout outs to Shemer Arts Center for once again being a spectacularly gorgeous venue, to The Rustic Prickly Pear for the incredibly beautiful decor, and to my tremendously talented second shooter, Courtney of Inloveness Photography. THANK YOU! 

 

 

Marky G // Phoenix Senior Portraits

Marky G - what a great kid. This guy was up for anything as we hopped around Tempe on a particularly cold, quiet morning.  Marky has such a calm, quiet presence about him while being super kind at the same time. This made for such a lovely session. He's sweet as can be and we had fun hanging around the campus of ASU and the ultra-cool Graduate Hotel.  Thanks for being so awesome, Marky! 

Elli // Phoenix, AZ Senior Portraits

Elli and I spent some time enjoying the sunset on South Mountain recently. I just love her laid-back, effortless beauty. She's an extraordinary girl with extraordinary things happening in her life. I'm so glad I got the chance to photograph her before she flies away across the seas to teach. Here's wishing you a magical time away, Elli! xo

Angela's Bridal Shower // MonOrchid Downtown Phoenix

There was laughter. There was lace. There were tiny teacups and magic and glitter. It was a beautiful, intimate bridal shower for a lovely bride-to-be. Held at the MonOrchid gallery space, Angela's family and friends celebrated in style with lots of love and a few very pretty cocktails. 



happy october!

We love dressing up around here, so we are very excited that it's October! Bring on the caramel apples, pumpkin pie, scary movies, and costumes. Can it be Halloween everyday?