Back at it peeps! So sorry I’ve been MIA. Such is life. For some reason I was feeling the school girl vibe today, but had no idea where to shoot the look. Soooo we went on a wander. First we were in search of this turn-of-the-century grade school, only to find it under construction […]
Orange Crush was by far my favore soda as a kid. I don’t drink soda pop anymore, but must admit it sounds pretty good on occasion! Speaking of orange, I spotted this wall awhile ago and knew exactly the outfit I wanted to pair with it as a backdrop. Orange and blue are always a […]
Who doesn’t love sunflowers?!?! Okay, maybe some people think they’re creepy, but I think they are the friendliest flowers. Being surrounded by them was an absolute aesthetic experience! I’ve always adored cobalt blue and yellow together and intentionally wore this dress to compliment with the sunflower field. The contrast of the colors is delightful to […]
This lighting is everything! It was so smoky with all the fires, but it creates this epic red-shift sunlight that is so yummy. Thankfully with some rain, the fires are more contained. We went adventuring in search of sunflowers and instead took a countryside detour. I just love going on little road trips to see […]
A little sneak peek from latest shoot. I just adore this dress and what about this lighting!?!?! Gah! Full blog post coming soon! XO
Red is one of my favorite colors, but red-orange is for me, superbly yummy. I’ve had this zip-up number for a few years and decided to take it out for a spin! So perfectly lightweight and comfy with amazing little details. I normally stick with silver or gold accessories, but for some reason the combination […]
Fields of gold for reals! We took a little day wander in search of canola fields and just as we were about to turn the car around, kaboom! Fields of GOLD! Seriously just stunning, right!?! Last year we were in search of sunflower fields and found them dead, bummer! I’ll be sure to catch those […]
As I was going through old photos recently, I realized that I wanted to do this fashion blog thing six years ago, but had no idea at the time. These few photos were taken in 2011 when I needed a headshot and full-body shot for a local talent agency. When I submitted the images, they told me, […]
I love berets, but why do they have to itch so badly? It drives me bananas. I need to find some with acrylic or something. Thank goodness we are DONE with beret season for some time! I also love painting monochromatically. It’s crazy how many tints, tones and shades you can make with just one color […]
This day was the first truly sunny day in FOREVER and it was so much fun exploring under clear blue skies to find an inspired location to shoot. Often times I have a location in mind to reflect a certain color scheme or vibe, but today it was all on a whim. I love it […]
Here comes the SUUUUUUUN!!!!!!!!!! Yay! I seriously couldn’t be more excited for this spring! This was a cold spring day, haha, but a perfect excuse to put on a yellow dress and celebrate some spring weather, finally! I can’t wait for more warmth to dive into more colorful styles. I bet you all feel feel […]
Making a mark. What does that mean to you? For each of us, this implies something completely different. For some it’s being the best parent and making a positive impact on your children. For others, maybe it’s your career and making a difference in your field, profession or industry. For me as a creative, it […]
Big Dreams. There’s so much to say. This Jackson Pollock-inspired painting from 2012 represents my dream to move to LA and act. I took theatre classes all through junior high and high school, and was in a commercial when I was 16. Not a shock that I declared theatre major my freshman year of college […]
We survived. The never-ending winter of 2016-17 is officially OVER and I promise these are the LAST snowy photos for a loooong time! Hooray! Melting snow, evergreen trees and winding roads was the aesthetic I envisioned for this shoot, but I didn’t expect the small farm of animals we stumbled upon. It was pretty hilarious […]
Spring, yes!!?! It feels like it’s finally arrived! I was certainly dressed with anticipation for spring this day, however I really wanted falling snow for this shoot. I love the contrast between the bleak background neutrals and my massive color-splash ensemble! I needed to add some brightness to the day, so I chose a combination […]
Winter it’s been fun, but let’s be done. It’s inevitable that spring is coming, right?! I keep reminding myself of this. Here’s what I thought might be the last snowy posts of the season, but it looks like we might see a few more colorful snowy ensembles! I LOVE mint green and decided to massively […]
Currently craving is a category of this blog that has yet to be explored…until now! Of course we all see things we like and want. I’m certainly guilty of this and occasionally lust after some random beauties. Here are some of my recent individual cravings. *DISCLAIMER* This is not an actual outfit post!!! I’d probaby […]
It’s a thing, I guess. This red+black+white combo is apparently speaking to me at the moment. Not only that, but I sort of have an obsession with black and white striped shirts too. I think I have seven different styles of b&w shirts. Sorta ridiculous. You will see. Gotta love old school bandanas and since […]
The basics. I think it’s smart to invest in some wardrobe basics and here are a few of my faves. A black or camel coat is key. I’ve literally looked near and far for the perfect camel coat and finally found this gem online. Ideally, I was looking for mid-calf length, but this one is […]
Red is undeniably the hottest color and currently my favorite hue of the season. And this red coat, wow! I think she’s pretty hot too. I found her online last year during ZARA’s end-of-winter discount extravaganza and today she and I went for a spin! Such a classic beauty and statement piece. She deserved to […]
In the art studio painting for this ensemble. Stay tuned.
Pussyhat is what this represents. The loaded term “pussyhat” was chosen as a means to reclaim the derogatory word “pussy” as an empowerment. Pink is considered a female color representing love, compassion and caring which are often considered weak, but in truth are extremely strong. I’m not inherently political, but there are some things I […]
Can we say color splash?!?! I’ve needed some serious color therapy recently so here is a little flashback to summa time! These photos were taken, again, by my beautiful and talented girlfriend Danielle. This last July, we decided to explore Duncan Gardens for a little photo shoot because of it’s glorious and massive array of […]
BLUE! Without a doubt, this is one of the most universally desirable colors. Have you ever met someone who didn’t like blue? I have not. In fact, when I ask someone their favorite color most often it’s blue. Crazy thing however, there are SO MANY different hues of BLUE: cobalt, ultramarine, phthalo blue, turquoise, cerelean […]
Here’s a little glimpse into my home. On a gorgeous sunny day last July my beautiful soul sista Danielle joined me for some front porch brunchin’! After avocado toasts, smoothies and good laughs, Danielle with her keen eye saw the sun coming though the front window and said, “Valerie! This light! We need to take […]
These colors were like citrus in the snow! Sometimes I have no idea what inspires me to put on clothes, colors and combinations, however the inspiration was clear on this day: to pair my fun gray beanie & snood I just got at one of my fave boutiques in Fremont –with- this beautiful orange bouclé […]
Red + Mint is like candy cane-mint ice cream to your eyes! Red and green are complementary colors so they naturally look appealing together, hence Christmas colors. Mint is green (just mixed with white & a tiny blue) and the pairing of these colors is quite delicious! If you shy away from red, this […]
Color makes me really happy! This combination is a bit adventurous, to say the least, and I knew in order to pull off this entire color scheme, I just had to be bold and go with it. If you want to mix it up, try bits of this combination! Chances are, you’ll get a great […]
Oh, what a beautiful evening this was! Here is a little throwback from late autumn. I sorta forgot I even had these photos. I am also realizing that for someone who loves color as much as I do, I wear a lot of black and white! These AMAZING heels were a fun way to tie […]
Camouflage is probably one of the most universally recognized patterns. After brunch one weekend we were looking for places to shoot and I spotted this amazing old gas station that was being converted into this awesome, creative shop. I discovered later that the shop was owned by this rad woman from my hometown who designs and […]
Sweater weather, it’s something I anticipate with excitement each year! I enjoy all four seasons, but autumn is my ultimate favorite. Admittedly, I get tired of being hot and sweaty during the summer heat. When fall finally arrives, I relish walks in the crisp autumn air and the brilliance of the turning leaves. This season […]
I was definitely a bit of a tom-boy as a kid. Eating dirt, racing my bike with streamer handlebars and preferring Lincoln Logs to barbie dolls was the way I rolled. I remember in kindergarten having a crush on the man doing our home remodel. I nicknamed him “Corbin the Cutie” and tried to copy […]
Back to school! I never imagined two years ago that I would be back in the classroom teaching art students again, but admittedly it feels great! After two rewarding years off to create art, I realized that I needed a little more purpose in my life. Thankfully, I have it back. The school-girl style is […]
Who doesn’t love Mr. Rogers?!? He was definitely a childhood staple and a gentle, wise role-model. I believe we could all benefit from his plain-spoken messages of kindness right now. I sure wish he was still around. This shirt! I absolutely ♥ it!! I bought it from one of my favorite former art students who […]
This day was pretty epic! It was the perfect sunny day for an aimless Sunday country drive! We stumbled upon these beautiful sprawling oat colored fields with charming scattered hay bales and then, some rad train-tracks; literally the most perfect photo-op settings. It was pretty funny as the wind escaped with my hat twice as […]
bo•ho (/boʊˈhiːmɪən/) I have so many different styles and it’s such a blast to mix it up. I rarely do the boho thing, but I love how it reflects my free spirit. Artists and writers are often labeled “bohemian” so I guess it makes sense to my unconventional, offbeat, adventurous self. Boho-chic, a fashion style […]
Here’s sneak peak of an upcoming post! xoxo
Happy Halloween Peeps! A late night greeting with some holiday inspired photos! We celebrated Halloween by visiting an old cemetery on this beautiful foggy day. The whole experience was nostalgic, eerie, contemplative and fun… all the things that Halloween should be. This shoot evokes the vibe one of my personal favorite paintings, SUNNY […]
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PABLO! One of my favorite artists for sure; I love his abstract paintings the most!!! What many people don’t know is that Picasso, born October 25, 1881, started figure drawing and oil painting lessons when he was just 7 years old and by the age of 9 he’d finished his first painting. Impressively, […]
This park is seriously just wow! Every spring, park staff plant each individual flower in these neat pretty rows and at the start of July it becomes this spectacular French garden, splashing with every color of the rainbow! A French garden, also called a jardin à la française, is an artform in-an-of-itself. It’s based […]
I’ve wanted to pair these crazy mustard denims with my leopard accessories for SO long and today was the day and what a yummy day it was! It sprinkled earlier and the rainbow sky and lighting was incredible as we explored some fun new territory. I discovered later that this “trespassing” could have gotten us […]
Such a striking combination: BLACK+RED+WHITE. Let me start by saying I freakin’ LOVE these jeans! They are the PERFECT combination of color, comfort and badassery. Seriously, these zippers make me swoon. ♥ I love this red pair of denim so much I had to order them in black too! Why BLACK, RED AND WHITE? We […]
SILHOUETTES. They have this crazy universal appeal. It’s striking how the light and dark contrast so clearly depicts the edges and outline of a subject, but the interior of the silhouette is virtually featureless. Ever wondered why this happens or tried to achieve a silhouette in a photograph? Well, the form of a person, object or […]
RED ORANGE + BLUE GREEN These are complementary colors that make each other sizzle when paired together. Colors are sometimes hard to figure out. What do I mix with what? Do these colors look silly together? Seriously, Google a color wheel and look at the colors ACROSS from each other. If you just trust the […]
PRIMARY COLORS: RED, YELLOW and BLUE, are like the parents of every other hue imaginable. It’s cool to me and not everyone knows this. By mixing these three colors together in different proportions, all other colors on the color wheel can be obtained. Red, yellow and blue also look fantastic together as a perfect palette combination […]
Hello World! This is my bright idea: ART and FASHION, two of my favorite things, now with endless possibilities to be intermingled! I’m a visual artist, a painter specifically, and I’m a bit of a clothes-horse. I keep every cool piece of clothing because I’ve learned it all comes back in style again, right?!! […]
