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For Art’s Sake Minted Challenge

21 Tuesday Jul 2015

Posted by melissaoconnor in Minted

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above the clouds, Alcatraz, antique birdhouse, architecture, art prints, avonlea, bayard, birch tree, blackbird, boats of summer, carnival, carnival collage, clouds, earthy roots, fire fly, fluffy wildflowers, for arts sake, gray star design, house by the water, in the shade, landscape, light house, light house on the water, Maine, minted, minted challenge, mystic, nature, nautical, nautical scale, new england, ocean, orchids, palm trees, palms, parallel universe, photography, red barn, rock wall, roof study, roots, sky, stairwell, The Calm Sea, the road home, trees, tropical, tropics, vintage carnival, vintage carousel, water penny, wildflowers

And the challenges never end. Minted’s For Art’s Sake challenge just wrapped up and voting is now open! I submitted some oldies and a lot of new entries to this one. You can view them all below and if you feel like voting, just click on each one to go to its entry page. There are tons of great art in this challenge so definitely check as much out as possible. Enjoy!

House by the Water - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

The Road Home - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Fire Fly - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Boats of Summer - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Vintage Carousel - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Vintage Carnival Collage - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Fuzzy Wildflowers - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Bayard Roof Study - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Alcatraz - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

New England Sky - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Above the Clouds - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Black Bird - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Dancing Palms - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Waves of Summer - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

In the Shade - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

The Calm Sea - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Parallel Universe - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Avonlea - Photo by Melissa O'Conno-Arena

Earthy Roots - Photo by Melissa O'Conno-Arena

Lighthouse on the Water - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Antique Birdhouse - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Birch - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Pink - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Red Barn in Autumn - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Rock Wall - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Nautical Scale - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Water Penny - Photo by Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Vacay in Martha’s Vineyard

27 Wednesday May 2015

Posted by melissaoconnor in The Great Outdoors

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chappy island, flowers, gardens, gay head cliffs, island, lighthouse, marthas vineyard, mytoi, nature, nautical, ocean, sunset, trees, vacation, water

My husband and I really enjoyed our week away from it all in the beautiful Martha’s Vineyard. What a lovely island and peaceful place. I had gone there when I was younger to stay with a friend for awhile so it was cool to finally go back. This time it reminded me of Napa valley which is a cherished memory of mine. Plus, my husband had never been there so it was fun to be with him his first time.

We didn’t do much while we were there because the trip was mostly to relax and just enjoy ourselves but we did visit a few places. I wanted to share some photos I took during our stay. Enjoy!

Mytoi Gardens on Chappy Island
Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Sunset in our backyard
Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Gay Head Cliffs
Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Vacay in Martha's Vineyard - Copyright Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Art Inspired Palette: Karen Kaul-Solitary Watch

16 Thursday Apr 2015

Posted by melissaoconnor in Art Inspired Palette, Color Inspiration

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art, art inspired palette, color, color palette, design, karen kaul, lighthouse, nature, nautical, painting, sky, solitary watch, Watercolor

Art Inspired Palette: Karen Kaul-Solitary Watch

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot

21 Friday Nov 2014

Posted by melissaoconnor in Real Weddings, Weddings

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classic, hooked, jessica tripodo, jimmy choo, ken powers, lindsey thorne, marthas vineyard, monique huillier, nautical, rustic wedding, save the dates, val cakes, wedding, wedding invitations

I was contacted by Jessica back in February of 2013 to design her and Ken’s save the dates. They were planning a Martha’s Vineyard wedding that September and it all sounded so exciting! The island was a special spot for these two lovebirds, as they frequently visited for vacation and it was the place they got engaged. I love the New England area so all the details Jessica was sharing sounded really beautiful and right up my alley.

They chose my Vintage Whale save the date which set the tone for the nautical inspired event. It was actually the customized version I created for them that I eventually fell in love with, so this is what I sell today. Thanks Jess! We both got along so well and found we have a lot in common so it was such a pleasure working with her. She also hired me to design her brother’s fiancé bridal shower invites, her sister’s save the dates and engagement party invites, as well as her holiday cards, which was a lot of fun. Again, for her sister’s party I created custom invites and wound up loving it so much, you can now find it in my shop. I call it Whimsical Harvest.

So, May came around and we started working on the invitations for the wedding. What a journey that was. She really wanted beautiful paper so I sampled a few different types and we both decided on this gorgeous handmade paper with deckled edges by Green Field Paper Company. It was tricky to work with as far as printing but the invitations turned out amazing. They included a postcard rsvp, custom map of the events on the island, and reception card, all tied up with twine and a small tag with their initials. They chose recycled brown envelopes and kraft paper for the tag to bring in that rustic feel. I was so happy when Jessica told me she got tons of compliments.

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot - Wedding Invitations by Gray Star Design

I also designed most of the wedding decor. The menus were rustic and listed local food, the programs and setting cards were navy on white and showcased the clean, nautical style they love, and the welcome guide I created for all their guests included the vintage whale from the save the dates and tons of information of what to do and where to go during the event weekend. Their thank you cards were simple and classic, you can find them in my shop.

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot - Design by Gray Star Design

The ceremony was held at St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church in Edgartown and the reception followed at Hooked in Oak Bluffs where everyone enjoyed cocktails and local, fresh cuisine. The newlyweds took a slice from a gorgeous cake made by Val Cakes and danced the night away with all the people they loved. What a day it was.

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot

I am so happy their day was amazing. Not that I thought it wouldn’t be. Finally seeing the photos from that weekend really made me smile. It all came together perfectly and they both looked stunning. I love how they brought rustic elements into the nautical, classic setting, it was all really beautiful. And they just look so happy. I am sure it was a day they will never forget. Here is a little peek, enjoy! All photographs were taking by the talented Lindsey Thorne.

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

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