It’s hard for me to believe that three years ago photography was something I only dreamed about.  Little did I know that photography would soon woo me in such a way that it would become my life’s passion.  When I get to take pictures of people, my soul comes alive.  It feels like I’m running, jumping, and dancing barefoot through an endless field.

I feel free, and I feel more me when I shoot than when I do anything else.  It’s such a gift to be able to pursue and do what I love.

When Jackie of Mercí New York approached me last fall to do a Look Book for Jupiter Jewelry in New York I all but ran around the room and danced throughout the office.  (All of this sounds dramatic, but I tend to be on the dramatic side…)  On an early rainy fall New York City morning, Jackie and I left Manhattan all packed for the shoot and ready to go.  The day was over in what seemed like minutes.  Hands down this was one of the most fun shoots I have ever done.

What has come from this shoot is more than I could have dreamed.  I am so honored an privileged to have worked with Mercí New York and Jupiter Jewelry on this shoot.

Ladies, this was a dream come true for me.  Thank you thank you thank you times 10 for allowing me to collaborate with you all.

Now here’s the rrrrreally exciting news:  Utterly Engaged featured our shoot for their Cover editorial for their January Sparkles and Crystals Issue.  Please go check them out and the issue HERE.  Lucia, you are a gem, and I have loved getting to know you and can’t wait to partner again with you and your wonderful team!

Vendors:

Creative Direction and Stylist: Jackie of Mercí New York

Jewelry:  Jupiter Jewelry

Florals:  Ava Florals

Gowns:  Gabriella Bridal Salon, Rent the Runway, and Mercí New York Style Salon

View Utterly Engaged’s Editorial HERE.

View Behind the Scenes images from the day HERE.

PS…Thank you Trent Bailey for assisting me, and for being a bomb friend!

I am thrilled to have collaborated with Mercí New York to shoot the cover for the January issue of Utterly Engaged Sparkles and Crystals.

Check out the issue Here