art and architecture.

Over the Rhine was given its name when Central Parkway in downtown Cincinnati was a canal. On that other side of the river (as the german -very loosely and annie style - translates to) there is some of the most wonderful art in the city. both the art of the buildings themselves, the art of the people walking the street, the art that goes on within the walls (ie- Cincinnati Opera and the Cincinnati Symphony that are housed here in Music Hall), and the art that lines the sidewalks. Cincinnati is beautiful. And I am so lucky to call this place my summer home away from home, away from home again.

I dare you to take a look around and see the art and architecture that can make your eyes wide. its everywhere. we sometimes are just too busy to notice.

2024 was the year of kenzans. Exactly half of my weddings utilized ikebana-inspired designs this year. Here for it, forever. Planner: @harleneevents Photography: @michellenguyen.photo Florals @idablooms Venue: @sequoiaretreatcenter Catering @feastf
My opinion? Your simply cannot go wrong with a bowl arrangement on a banquet round. They work on every level. Planner: @aboutjoyevents Venue: @uclubsf.events Photography: @rainbowroadstudios Beauty: @urbanbeautyloft.fiona Florals: @idablooms Cake:
Ohhhh, the pride I felt when these 30ft strands of flowers came out of their hydration chambers without tangles 🫡 Venue: @beltaneranch Photos: @livandremember Florals: @idablooms HMU: @santarosapowderroom Coordinator: @bravoweddings Catering: @cuve
Usually, I’m heads down planning and executing weddings during the fall. But, this year, I dedicated the autumn to learning. My own season wrapped up in August, and then I joined the teams of some very talented bay-area designers to work 19 bea