Enzotoberfest!

This party was so good! So creative. This is the kind of party I instantly regret not getting in costume for. There has only been a few other parties where I immediately regret not dressing up for the theme. The last one was Darius’ First Rodeo from last year. I will blog that one soon! It was SO good. The couple also did a gender reveal to top it all off! I actually was in charge of putting the correct onesie up for the reveal. I was so nervous. I’m that person that is gonna read the email 10 times to make sure it says boy. It was in fact a boy. Cutest boy mama ever!

I hope you enjoy all these fun details as much as I did. Oh and a bonus was that I got to hang out with one of my favorite humans Margarita. She runs Desert Snack Bar. And she’s just the best.

🍻Host: @alexissolsenn
🍻Graphics/Backdrops: @createandinflateevents
🍻Basketball: @hoopphoenix
🍻Tap Truck: @bubblesandbrewsscottsdale
🍻Pretzels: @desertsnackbar
🍻Soft play: @partylikeatoddler
🍻Tents: @jmstents
🍻Rentals: @brighteventrentals
🍻Balloons: @balloongirlphx
🍻Bumper cars: @confetticrewpartyco
🍻Stuffed animals: @tanner_haus
🍻Charcuterie Boards: @sapnhoneyboards

Kairo's First Luau

YOU GUYS! I forgot to post this one from February…and fun fact I was 30 minutes away from missing this party completely. This was had been in the books for a while and I believe I had already been paid. It was the weekend of my own kids birthday party I didn’t think I booked any events for that weekend. I had decided to check my planner for some reason before having a nice Sunday nap. I quickly took a double take at my schedule. Oh boy! And guess who didn’t even have the event address—The event starts in 30 minutes mind you. Most of my events/sessions are in scottsdale so I was totally panicked. MIRACULOUSLY this event was in gilbert 10 minutes from my house. I showed up looking a little disheveled and tired (I usually like to do full or partial glam for events and parties) but we made it and I’m so glad I did! Kristina was such a joy to meet and photograph her sweet family. And can we talk about THE DRESS. it took everything in me not to pull her aside and only photograph her. The bow, and the shoes I was totally obsessed. Another bonus was I got to see a cute vendor friend of mine (also named Kristina) who does iphone content. She’s one of my favorites so I was so happy to see her.

Anyway, loved this event. I’m so glad I checked my planner, and didn’t miss it. Also received the sweetest thank you card from my client. It’s the little things you guys, truly. It made my whole week.

Cakes: @the_desert_baker
Bounce house: @inflatefortyeight
Balloons: @balloon_babe1
Tables/backdrop:@a_little_southern_charm
Hair: @styledbymeganstueven
Kairo's Hair: @mesheebeans
Makeup: @donna_wegs
Kairo dress: @arabellaandrose
My dress: @babyboofashion
Content: @theedit.kt

Ashley's Baby Shower

Ashley’s baby shower was nothing short of perfection! It had literally all of my favorite things. Great people, great fashion, great music and great design. If you have followed me for long enough you know I love fashion and when I first started photography my end goal was to work with influencers doing creative shoots. Events is such a great way to shoot fashion. And I also love shooting editorial/documentary style (basically cool candids if you’re unsure).

Every detail was thought out and executed. Madisonkayevents in Scottsdale did such a great job planning this event and the vendors did such a great job.

Ashley’s energy is just sunshine. She just brightens up a room. I’m a Leo so I’m big on energy. Ashley and her guests had such a great energy. I left feeling so good. Those are the best events and sessions.

Thanks for having me Ashley and Frank! Can’t wait to take pictures of your sweet baby boy in a few weeks. XO!

Quebec City

Quebec City was my very favorite stop of the whole cruise! It was so French. I could not get enough. You could def. spend a few days in this city. This was a nice little taste. We walked around and we took the tram up and up and up. I know it’s not called tram, so I’ve gotta look up what it is actually called. The architecture was absolutely stunning, and the pops of color had me swooning. We also went to this charming restaurant. The food was so good and the atmosphere was actually perfect for the romantic rainy day that it was. I got grilled cheese and tomato soup (so did my dad) and my hubby and mom got pizza which was chef’s kiss. I’m still dreaming about the crust. There was also a really cute Christmas shop—I didn’t go in BUT it was so cute from the outside. Here’s some of my favorite shots from this stop. I’ll include some iphone shots as well since my camera ended up dying! How rude!

I was SO bummed my camera died right as I was taking a photo of the signage at the restaurant. It was so perfect. Everything about it. We had attempted 3 other places before this one but they weren’t open yet, so I’m happy we landed on this one. I should have taken a picture of all of our plates. They were so good. So if you ever find yourself in Quebec City find this restaurant!

Family Photos

I FINALLY booked a session with Paige at Paigelorin photography and I’m so in love with our photos. We did a 15 minute session which was perfect for my littles. I’m hoping to get in another session with her this year if we can. Fingers crossed!

Portland, MN

My family recently got back from a cruise to Canada! It was awesome. I feel like you’re either a cruise person or you’re not. My hubby and I definitely are. Our first stop of our Holland America Cruise was Portland MN. It was one of my favorite stops. It had a cute downtown, and water, and green and flowers! We visited a cute lighthouse which was super cool. It rained which was a nice break from the AZ heat. Plus I love overcast rainy weather.

Here’s some favorites from Portland!

Kristine and Nandos Babyshower

I loved everything about this baby shower! I think I’ve said on IG before but baby shower events are my favorites. There’s just so much joy, and everyone is so happy. Not only is the energy great, but everyone is always well dressed. When I first started photography my goal was fashion. SO in a roundabout way when I shoot events I get to shoot fashion. I love a good shoe or bag shot or a unique angle of a dress. These shots seriously light me up. And obviously I love details—flowers, balloons, drinks, bottles, cookies, all of it! Still romanticizing this day!

Thanks for having me Kristine and Nando!

Host - @sullimonsterr
Crepes - @ollaollacrepes
Grazing Table - @xoxo.charcuterie
Flowers - @foragedfloralsaz
Balloons - @popofcoloraz
Rentals - @brighteventrentals
Hair & Makeup - @daniellevirginianastasi
Cookies - @cookiebrokers

Demi's 9th Birthday!

I love love love getting texts from Scarlett because I know it is going to be an epic party! This party was wicked theme and it did not disappoint! Such a good one—and the kids just absolutely loved it. Scarlett’s parties are such core memories for the kids. She truly goes all out and makes sure the kids have the best time. It is so special.

Thanks for having me Scarlett and Demi!

💚 host and design: @madeitateitlovedit
🩷 balloons: @makeitpopbykris
💚 cotton candy: @fluffyeah_
🩷 tents: @tinyteepeezzz
💚 cake and cookies: @bitemedelectables
🩷 popcorn: @maddiebsgourmetpopcorn
💚 jammies: @lolaandtheboys
🩷 letters: @alphalitphoenix

TuTu's First Bee-day!

The Tucker Family is one of my all time favorite families so when Amber asked me to photograph her daughters first birthday I was thrilled! Marie at azevents_bymarie did such a great job! Every detail was so perfect.

Enjoy!

Bright Like a Diamond

This was one of my very first parties with Create and Inflate, and I was in heaven. There are really no words. The sparkle, the pink, the fashion—this party had it ALL. Such beautiful design all around. We love a feather moment, especially a pink feather moment. Such sweet people and such a cute party.

I was obsessed with the cake pops. The swirly pink! The matched the cake stand. It was completely perfect. Another favorite detail was the pink frill (I’m not sure that is the right word), And Mandy’s pink jumpsuit—Like, can we even? It was so good. This party is forsure in my top 10 favorites.

Harper No. 2

Loved this one so much! I loved this color combo and the slide. I think I said this in the earlier post…But when the sun hits the balloons just right it is chef’s kiss. It is so good you guys. I’m such a nerd for balloons. I actually love sunshine. I would 100% take middle of the day sun than middle of the day overcast. Overcast is actually harder for me to edit, believe it or not. I think my favorite details were the slide balloons and the dessert table. I always wanted to be a food photographer so whenever I get the chance to photograph gorgeous food it makes me so happy! This party was a 20/10. And of course Inflate48 decked out with balloons and decal, chef’s kiss.

Ariella's Berry First Birthday

This party was so cute. If you know me, you know I LOVE pink. So when I walked in and saw all the pinks and reds I was in heaven. I loved all the details on this one. My favorite area was probably the dessert cart. I loved everything about it. I always love personalized decal and design. I also loved the outside area. I love the way sunshine looks on balloons. It is my favorite, and we love a Inflate48 moment. The best bounce houses! I hope you enjoy these details as much as I did.