Brielle's 1 year old Birthday Party.....

"We're having a party that's sure to be fun, our little lovebug is turning one! " That is the invitation I received from my good friends and past clients Jodie & Mike, who's little girl Brielle is now 1 years old! Where does the time go?? This little cutie pie knows how to have a party! Jodie & Mike decked out the Hardwick Winery in Ware, MA & invited all their family and friends to a fun packed party with lady bugs as the theme. Brielle didn't disappoint, showing up in her lady bug dress, red tights and black and red patten leather shoes! Lady Gaga watch out!

Jodie, Mike & Brielle are very special friends to me and I was honored and excited to be a part of this. Happy Birthday Brielle.....can't wait to be part of many great events in your life! Here's some photos from the gathering!

Jodie's mom put together all these adorable gifts for all of Brielle's friends. She

made all the name labels and put all the letters on the pales, one at a time...I'm

thinking she should be a wedding planner! Beautiful job mom....

Gotta love the shoes...

Just loved this old barn...

The day turned out to be gorgeous, so we took the party outside, spread out a blanket and opened gifts....Unfortunately Brielle didn't receive too many gifts....are you kidding me???

Brielle waving to her many fans.....

Brielle had fun playing with her cake but surprisingly never ate it....not sure how long that will be the case....

Brielle made out like a bandit..she not only got a bike but a new car with her fancy Princess license plate!

Flower Shoot for Coffee Table Book

Earlier this week I collaborated with Apotheca Flower Shoppe in Goffstown, NH to photograph a table scape that will be appearing in a national coffee table book. Apotheca Flower Shoppe will have a 4 page spread in the book and was the only New England area florist to be invited to participate in this amazing opportunity. I was grateful to have been asked to tag along and take the photographs for it and can't wait to see the final book when it's completed. The photo shoot took place at an old abandoned church in Marlborough, NH. It had that yummy light that I love so much and lots of character, however, the decision was made to set up the table in a corner of the church that I found to be quite unique. With the very cool broken and ripped away wall behind the table, church door and textured plastered walls, it made for a great backdrop for the modern, yet vintage flowers. From what I was told, this church is undergoing a major renovation and will eventually be turned into a wedding function facility, so as soon as I have more information on that, I will pass it along. It would be a very creative place to have a wedding!

I played with different looks and colors and when I was shooting it, it felt like I was at some open patio in the mediterranean or in old Havana. Keep in mind I have never been to either place but that is what came to mind when I was shooting it. I felt like the smell in the air should be cuban cigars and lots of wine flowing. Not sure why that image came to me but I guess from seeing things in books and movies, it just felt like a place like that. There was a very cool vibe and look coming through and found it to be the perfect setting for this table setup. I had a great time participating in something that is completely outside the box for me and look forward to more opportunities to participate in things like this. Now check out some of the photos from the shoot and all the wonderful flowers, which you can find at www.apothecaflowershopppe.com. Enjoy....