Monday, August 5, 2019

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Dear Blossom Studios

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I've been hinting over the past few months that I had something exciting in the works... and I can finally reveal what it is! My close friend and frequent collaborator, Emma, and I are starting a new venture: Dear Blossom Studios, a photography and content creation space located in the heart of the Flower City (our hometown of Rochester, NY)!

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Both Emma and I have always loved the opportunity to take natural, captivating photos and to tell compelling stories through those images. We decided on the name Dear Blossom Studios to indicate our connection to nature and our desire to help others blossom into their best selves in front of the camera. I'm totally enamored with the name and with our branding, especially since I think it fits so perfectly with both of us individually and as a pair.

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We've been working so hard to bring this beautiful space to life and to get everything ready to launch today. Our studio has two separate rooms and several great spots for shooting. We're starting out with senior portraits, headshots, and branding sessions, but we have a bunch of other fun offerings in the works to be launched in the near future. I'm also planning on using the studio space for my own photoshoots, videos, and brand content creation. I'm so excited for all of the possibilities and about working on something new and creative!

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It would mean the world to me if you would check out our website, follow our Instagram, like our Facebook page, or share our posts with friends and family. Even if you're not based in Rochester or the surrounding area, your support can make a huge difference. (Plus, Emma often travels to photograph weddings and other events – so it's entirely possible that we could work together, no matter where you're located!) And if you have any questions, suggestions, or want to book a session, please don't hesitate to email us at hello@dearblossomstudios.com

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It's been a tough year, but it's appropriate that I feel like I'm blossoming, too.

Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Dutch Connection

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The snow is finally almost gone (hooray!), but just a couple of weeks ago, spring was nowhere in sight – except indoors at the George Eastman Museum. Every February, they fill the rooms of the Kodak founder's historic mansion with tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and much more. The Dutch Connection floral display has been a tradition for over 100 years; George Eastman was inspired to create an annual display after a visit to Holland in 1860, and the current collection is based off the original orders he made with the Dutch bulb companies! I'd only ever been inside the museum once before to take promotional photos for a show I did this winter, and being able to escape the cold and take in these fragrant flowers was such a treat. I have lots of outfit posts on the way, but for now, enjoy some snaps of these beautiful blooms!

the soubrette brunette: dutch connection
the soubrette brunette: dutch connection
the soubrette brunette: dutch connection
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Not only did I love seeing the lovely flowers, but being able to explore George Eastman's residence was such a cool experience. They have some really beautiful displays (shown in the photos below of cameras and film dyes), and I really enjoyed exploring the rooms – especially the library and George Eastman's mom's quarters (with an incredible walk-in closet) – and seeing the beautiful architectural details everywhere. I wore this dress for the occasion, but since they don't allow tripods in the museum, I'll have to share that outfit another time this spring. I'm definitely going to visit again when the beautiful gardens are all in bloom! It'll be a perfect location for photos.

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the soubrette brunette: dutch connection
the soubrette brunette: dutch connection

Have a great day!