mm ink photo shoot prep: more color inspiration

It's May (already!!) and that means the photo shoot for MM Ink is fast approaching! I am almost done with prop shopping (more on that in the next prep post); but in the meantime, here's a look at another color combo I am putting together for the shoot - seafoam, golden yellow, brown, and splashes of color - YES! 

If you missed the first color palette, you can see it here.  I would love to know which one you like most so leave a comment and let me know which color inspiration is your favorite. 

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mm ink photo shoot prep: color inspiration

Woooooo-weeeeeee! Wedding season is in full swing here at MM Ink, and I love the variety of ink colors I am working with (brides are loving copper, gold, navy, charcoal, and all shades of green) and the calligraphy styles I am doing! I have also been busy with logo designs for some wonderful business owners getting ready to launch/relaunch their brand. I love them all and I cannot wait to update the website with new invitations, monograms, branding work and features!  A massage is definitely high on the priority list too ;)

I am also working on the next MM Ink photo shoot for the website and my marketing materials. This is an exciting process for me but a bit challenging putting together the right color palette, props and stationery to showcase my work. So I have prepared the to-do list and I am working on the color palettes for the shots. Here is a look at the inspiration for one of the color schemes. I love these colors!

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happy friday: some inspiration for your weekend

Here are some goodies from around the web for your weekend browsing....

1. The amazing artist, Kristy Rice is revisiting one of my favorite shoots we collaborated on last year - the Dali inspired shoot! Get ready for over the top details here (stationery), here (dessert table and programs) and here (tablescape).

Photo via the Momental Designs blog - Rice Ink

Calligraphy by MM Ink

2. I can spend hours looking at Jose Villa's photos! Check out this editorial shoot he did for Mag Rouge Magazine's 2nd issue - and that issue by the way, is a must see too! For the mag, go here.

Photos by Jose Villa

3. And finally - St. Patrick's Day inspiration for you!

Photos via Style me Pretty

Happy Friday!

happy friday: green and grey chevron

Is it March already?!?!? The days are just zooming by so here's a chance to pause and enjoy a fun pattern - chevron (in green and grey)!

Happy Friday!

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happy friday: hearts!

Awww.....the "love" month is here and it has me thinking about hearts, hearts and more hearts (oh... and date night with my hubby next weekend :) 

Happy Friday!

top left, top center, and bottom left: Photography by Gina Zeidler with Calligraphy by MM Ink
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inspiration: chalk letterer Dana Tanamachi

Oh My! Take a look at O Magazine's first hand lettered cover by chalkboard artist Dana Tanamachi! I love her work and this February 2012 issue will definitely have a spot on my bookshelf when I am done reading it!