This is probably the most romantic suite I've illustrated & lettered. This shoot is full of varying textures and old world elegance. Since I was born in the best month (*cough* September), I'm a sucker for sapphire. So, when Samantha approached me to be a part of her shoot, I couldn't resit!
A sapphire ring my grandmother gave me looks just like the one in this shoot. I remember she told me it looks just like the engagement ring Princess Diana had, which always tickled me pink.
![Blue Calligraphy Greenery Watercolor Silk & Willow Hand Made Vintage Stamps Pigment and Parchment Velvet](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0886/1710/files/Samantha_Kirk_Photography_Blue_Wedding_Suite_Web_2048x2048.jpg?9003298069081238828)
![Sapphire Wedding Bride Flower Up Do Romantic Vintage Sun Quote Calligraphy](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0886/1710/files/Samantha_Kirk_Photography_Blue_Wedding_Quote_Web_2048x2048.jpg?7848397890157025647)
![Calligraphy Menu Wedding Accordion Foodie Bride Groom Brush Lettering Blue Sapphire Hand Painted](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0886/1710/files/Samantha_Kirk_Photography_Blue_Wedding_Menu_Web_2048x2048.jpg?613656736662683333)
![Table Number Wedding Garland Hand Painted Wreath Greenery Velvet Green Grey Watercolor Gold](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0886/1710/files/Samantha_Kirk_Photography_Blue_Wedding_Table_Number_Web_2048x2048.jpg?14011076995789300127)
![Sapphire Ring Bride Blue Silk Ribbon Spool Hand Dyed Romantic Up Do](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0886/1710/files/Samantha_Kirk_Photography_Blue_Wedding_Ring_Web_2048x2048.jpg?13239042291854252671)
![Bridesmaid Gift Card Calligraphy Jewelry Earrings Blue Garland Wreath Sapphire Cameo Ranunculus](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0886/1710/files/Samantha_Kirk_Photography_Blue_Wedding_Bridesmnaid_Gift_Web_2048x2048.jpg?12576949714888169143)
![Place Card Setting Greenery Wreath Garland Gold Plate Blue](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0886/1710/files/Samantha_Kirk_Photography_Blue_Wedding_Plate_Web_2048x2048.jpg?16696510858822756635)
![Groomsman Gift Boutonniere Wedding Cake Black Ranunculus Silk Ribbon Calligraphy Card](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0886/1710/files/Samantha_Kirk_Photography_Blue_Wedding_Cake_Web_2048x2048.jpg?9557356586724349183)
![Wedding Blue Velvet Table Centerpieces Wood Gold Place Setting Greenery Event Design](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0886/1710/files/Samantha_Kirk_Photography_Blue_Wedding_Table_Web_2048x2048.jpg?613656736662683333)
![Wedding Menu Calligraphy Brush Lettering Accordion Blue Sapphire Hand Painted Silk & Willow Pigment and Parchment Lettering](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0886/1710/files/Samantha_Kirk_Photography_Blue_Wedding_Menu_Close_Web_2048x2048.jpg?3831260138309021702)
![Blue Ivy Velvet Wedding Bouquet Sapphire White Bride Groom Greenery Ranunculus](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0886/1710/files/Samantha_Kirk_Photography_Blue_Wedding_flowers_Web_2048x2048.jpg?12566129400803200897)
I dip dyed the RSVP card and place cards in silver ink on paper with a deckled edge. That was a first and it ended up being a really interesting texture combo. I also hand painted some cobalt brush lettering on my first accordion style menu. They were all done on luxurious paper made by hand from recycled t-shirt cuttings (by the amazing Silk & Willow). I am always thrilled with the results of my work on Silk & Willow paper. I can always count on a styled shoot for pushing me to experiment.
There is nothing like tufted velvet is there? It is always a pleasure to work with Audrey Chaney of Botanica for her floral expertise & lovingly kept up vintage rentals. She's currently expanding her business to move down the coast to San Luis Obispo. They're so lucky... They get Audrey & the Pacific Ocean!! Le sigh.
Photography & Vision by Samantha Kirk Photography. Design & Coordination by Jenn Robirds Events. Shot on location at Vizcaya in Midtown Sacramento, California. Click the Style Me Pretty button to see the entire photo collection & for more from Samantha about her inspiration!