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Well my friends, today is the last big scheduled photo shoot for the book! I can't believe it, and am so excited! There may be a few things that need to be re captured, or more takes of this and that....but the big push, and all of the labor on the furniture is now behind me. I originally was going to create mostly new work but also include some pieces that were already done.....but I ended up creating all new work completely... never before seen....and some creations are very different from what you all are used to. It has been a lotta, lotta hard work, but I am so pleased with the furniture pieces, and am super stoked about pushing myself outside my little safety box. The photographs are beautiful, and I am looking forward to now moving into the layout and design phase where I will see my book come to life.
The hubs and I are celebrating tonight.....and I can't wait. You all know how amazing he is....and how much I love him right?! ........:)
Have the best weekend!
xo,
Barb
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My sweet friend Jennifer just got back from a trip to Australia...and while she was there, she spotted this beautiful magazine.....Frankie. Jen told me that as she started looking through it, I came to mind....so she brought a copy home for me, and dropped it off at the studio yesterday.
I loved it from first glance...and the paper....oh my word it is matte perfection, and the photographs and styling are gorgeous. It was super inspirational for me to leaf through, and I am so thankful yet again for the thoughtfulness of others. This week has been so full....so full....and I can't even begin to thank all of you for your support and love.
Have a beautiful weekend!
xo,
Barb
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More photos today....and I will just go ahead and say that there are a lot of shoots between now and early February....so if I disappear for a week or two....you will know where to find me! I am treasuring every minute of this experience, and am so thankful beyond words for those that have partnered with me in this journey.
I want you all to know that my husband is the best man in the entire world. I just could not do all of this without his love, support, and hard work! I love you JB!
Have a great weekend!
xo,
Barb
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This morning I'm headed to ATL with my pal Lily, to hit up the market.....explore a new, exciting place called "the goat farm".....where there are over 300 artists studios {including some of my pals}....dance studios, galleries, and on top of all that, it really is an organic working farm!
I have been wanting to check it out from the moment I heard about it....so now is my chance! I also hope to hit up "sun in my belly", and grab a bite to eat....but I may be trying to fill a day with more than possible.....we'll see. I'm game.....but my body may tell me other wise! {wink!}
I hope you all have a fantastic weekend!
{update: pal is sick....headed down solo....but am excited to see what awaits me in this day!}
xo,
Barb
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Well, we made it to Friday! It has been a super busy week for me as my book manuscript is due in 4 days!! {oh. my. goodness. I can't believe it!} I have also been preparing for a photo shoot that will take place today, and another on Monday. The book is all consuming right now....as it should be..... and I just wish this sick feeling that I am going to forget something, leave something major out, or just plain flake ....would go away! I am so glad I am working with a fantastic publisher, and group of editors. They make me work extra hard, but it is all for the good!
I hope you all have a great weekend, and that it is filled with good things!
{p.s I just ordered the feather print above, because it is fabulous...and you may see it in the book as well. I'm hoping to channel some flight from these feathers today! hah! }
Barb
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It's Friday!!......and the weekend before Christmas! Woot! I will be "photoshooting" with Aaron for most of the day today in the studio, so it is a super busy day....but, I am looking forward to my sweet daughter "B" turning 13 this weekend! We will have festivities like ice skating, and cup caking.....and all of that fun stuff! I can't believe I now have two teenagers! It's crazy.....but crazy is what I do!
Hope you all have a great weekend!
xo,
Barb
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Today, I will hopefully be finishing up this piece
...and this piece
...and this piece
seriously....for real.
I have been working on these three all week, and am super excited about how they are coming together! One of these three will be up on Monday!
I hope you all have a restful weekend! I am kicking my weekend off with a hot date night out with JB......add a little Chinese food and Christmas shopping....and you can't go wrong with any of that!
xo,
Barb