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Inspiration Photo Friday: PEI

28 Friday Sep 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Inspiration Photo Friday

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beach, bride, canada, cliffs, earth, grass, groom, honeymoon, land, marriage, nature, ocean, pei, prince edward island, rocks, sea, vacation, water

Since my husband and I are on our honeymoon in Prince Edward Island I wanted to showcase a photo from our trip. There is so much beauty to capture here, it’s amazing. Everywhere you look there are endless fields, rolling hills and lots of trees. Not to mention the cows, horses, sheep and other animals that call this island home. PEI is nature at its best.

I chose this photo because it was truly an amazing experience for me. Standing on the tip of the island in Cavendish, I looked beyond the ocean and was transported to a world far far away. To see the Earth meet the water in such a remarkable way was not only inspiring but memorizing as well. You have no choice but to put the life as you know it in perspective and be thankful for our planet. Earth is such a gorgeous place and we are all lucky to be here.

I am so thankful and appreciative for being able to visit Prince Edward Island and capture all the magnificent views and peaceful surroundings. This place is surely a dream. The more I see, I am taken back and astounded that a place like this exists. You certainly feel like you are in a storybook, it’s very unreal. I am so happy we chose to come here for our honeymoon. It is an experience we will both never forget.

Inspiration Photo Friday: PEI - © Melissa O'Connor

Nautical Love

14 Tuesday Aug 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Invites & Save the Dates, Shop Gray Star Design

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anchor, antique, classic, formal, nautical, ocean, sea, vintage, whale

So I have been slaving away and new designs for my Etsy shop and wanted to share a few of my nautical themed Save the Dates. There are only two as of now but I think they are fun, classic and perfect for those couples who are getting married by the sea. I will share more of my recent additions in the next few blogs so keep your eyes peeled.

Nautical Love - Whale Save the Date

Nautical Love - Anchor Save the Date

Nautical Love - Anchor Save the Date

Nautical Love - Anchor Save the Date

Mae Chevrette

09 Thursday Aug 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Featured Artists

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animals, art, birds, blue, design, flowers, Inspiration, Mae Chevrette, mixed media, ocean, painting, photography, pink, sea, sky, sunshine

I read about Mae Chevrette in Oprah Magazine and I have to say what an incredible artist she is. Only 25 years old, her travels have brought her tons of inspiration and with her painting and mixed media skills she creates works of art that are unique and beautiful. She went from working as a research technician to being a successful artist in no time. Starting with her Etsy shop she slowly put more time into her art and finally quitted her day job.

Mae Chevrette

I have always been a fan of mixed media art. I’ve created a lot of my own throughout the years so I can truly appreciate the creativity that goes into this medium. I love how Mae uses objects she finds on her travels and makes them come alive in her paintings. Although there are many elements to her work, she brings them all together as if she’s mending a collection of thoughts. Streaming personal memories while inspiring others. What else could you ask for?

Here are a few of her pieces that I adore. You can view her work on her website as well as purchase it at her Etsy shop. Check out her Etsy interview in 2011 and keep tabs by reading her blog.

Mae Chevrette

Mae Chevrette

Mae Chevrette

Mae Chevrette

Mae Chevrette

Mae Chevrette

Inspiration Photo Friday: By the Sea

27 Friday Jul 2012

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bench, boats, calm place, connecticut, dock, lunch break, mystic, mystic connecticut, nature, ocean, peaceful, peaceful moment, rustic, sea, shack, travel, vacation, water, wood

I took this photo in Mystic, Connecticut while Dan and I were visiting the area. I love this place. The seaport is one of the coolest places to go, so taking photographs is a must for sure. Besides the texture and color of the wood, I thought this dock house was really a nice element among the backdrop of the sea. The rustic bench placed oh so perfectly under the window was such a nice touch as well. I imagine a fisherman or some type of port worker sitting here on their lunch break, eating a sandwich, enjoying a peaceful moment in their busy day. I sat there for a few minutes myself to rest and I must say, what a calm place to be, just sitting by the sea.

I hope you all have a peaceful Friday. Enjoy!

Inspiration Photo Friday: By the Sea - 2012 Copyright Melissa O'Connor

 

 

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