Bowties, Pearls and Moustaches - A Prohibition Style Cocktail Party

What a great theme for a party... where was my invite?! :p
Chalk mural Commission for Midwest Surveys, their upcoming event at Q Haute 

"Bowties, Pearls and Moustaches - A Prohibition Style Cocktail Party"

 

Fiona and James Caricatures, Chalk Mural & Live Drawings

 

Recently I worked with a lovely couple, Fiona and James on a custom Caricature.

They both love cycling (they each own three different bicycles!) and have always wanted to try a tandem bicycle as well. They were really easy to work with and really fun to get to know. Above is their completed studio drawing, and I was comissioned to draw it with chalk at Q Haute Cuisine, the location for their Wedding Reception.

Chalk Mural at Q Haute Cuisine In progress  

A photo with the finished chalk mural  

 

Fiona and James also invited me to do live caricature drawing of their guests on their Wedding Reception evening at Q Haute.  This was an exciting opportunity for me and I really loved it! Check out some of the photos of the family and friends of the couple with their caricatures. Thank you Fiona and James for the opportunity to work with you, I had an amazing time!

The Paris Marketplace, Q Haute Chalk Mural

 

The Paris Marketplace - Rustic buildings with the old cobblestone roads. This sets the scene in the current chalk mural at Q Haute Cuisine. Chef Michele was a pleasure to conceptualize with.  He's such a positive creative force at this establishment!

Audra and Mike Celtic Knot Mural

I worked with Audra and Mike via email to design this mural for their wedding reception at Q Haute. She sent me copies of her wedding invitation, which had this lovely Celtic knot design with a heart in it.  Drafting up some nice typography so that their guests would not mistaken who's party they were arriving for... Audra and Mike chose the asymmetrical design of the couple drafts I sent to them. The colors in the knots reflected the lovely blue flower bundles, which had hints of green and yellow in them as well.

Thanks again and Congratulations!

Breakfast at Tiffany's, New York 1960s Themed Chalk Mural

This was a custom chalk mural done for a Breakfast at Tiffany's Bridal Shower at Q Haute Cuisine! 
What a fun theme. I recently watched the movie after hearing about this project. Crazy I haven't seen it till now. Audrey Hepburn was a darling and so was "Cat".  The poor Cat scene of him sulking in the rain was just too darn cute.

I met for tea with the sister of the bride, Natalie, along with event planner Alexandra Joy (AJ) of Pink and Honey Event Styling.  They envisioned a 1960s New York Skyline, with the famous quote from the film's theme song, Moon River. I was really glad they liked the sketches I showed to them, and thrilled at the end result.

AJ put together a blog post with incredible photos of how the event all came together. The styling and details were incredible, what a memorable celebration. I was so glad to have played a part in it.  http://blog.pinkandhoney.com/breakfast-at-tiffanys-bridal-shower/

Wedding Obsession blog feature with more amazing photos from the Bridal Shower: http://www.weddingobsession.com/2013/06/26/tiffany-co-themed-bridal-shower/

Colorful Montage - Environment, Passion, Evolution

 

 

 The third drawing for Q-Haute was a montage of sketches and shapes that capture the essence of the establishment. 

- Environment - Passion - Evolution - Wine - Health - 

It was great to try the colors on the chalk wall. This drawing challenged us in reaching new heights (really I cannot reach the very top) and filled up the chalk wall the most of all the drawings to date.

October 6th, 2012

Dahlya and Pablo, Caricature Chalk Drawing

  

The two photos above taken with my iPhone of the work in progress

Recently I had the pleasure to work with Dahlya and Pablo, a stylish and modern couple who were looking for an artist to create a Caricature Chalk Mural for their Wedding Reception at Q-Haute Cuisine. Credit to my friend Luba, of Sketch, Calgary Art Supplies and Art Framing, for the referral! 

Their wedding was on Saturday, August 11th, 2012.  At our first meeting, we met at the restaurant and it was my first time seeing the space we were working with. I got to see photos of their invitations and learned about them and their wedding plans! I snapped a few photos of the couple, and worked from those as reference for their faces. After our consultation, we corresponded via email on sketches to get to the final product.

White Dress Photography did an amazing job capturing their big day. View the gallery HERE.  A truly beautiful, intimate and classic wedding. 

 

Photo credit for the above image: White Dress Photography

 

Photo of my Car with the Extension Ladder in it... This is how we drive to Q-Haute! Go Red Rocket!! 

Q Haute Stampede Chalk Drawing

Hello Friends! Sorry I have not posted much recently, I have been living life! Truly!

This past spring the boyfriend and I both got bicycles! Love going through Fish Creek Park. So much wildlife out there, and it's really peaceful and great exercise. My favourite part of Fish Creek is the wildlife. From interesting birds, to the beaver dam that we discovered, counting three beavers swimming, chewing or just chillin' by the still body of water. Also plenty of deer, duck, and on occasion even skunk, partridge other unknown creatures.

But also this summer, I got my motorcycle license and bought a Kawasaki Ninja 250R whoo!! So spending most of my free time on two wheels, while working full-time at the Motorcycle shop and working on Jewelry in my barely there free time. Really there is none, because I'm eating or sleeping in between all these activities. Trying of focus on taking care of myself, an overall sense of health and wellness are my goals.

So with this post, I wanted to show off the Chalk drawing Kyle and I did at Q Haute Cuisine back in June, with a Stampede theme. For those who aren't from Calgary, The Calgary Stampede is a week long Western festival that takes over the city!  Suddenly everyone wears a cowboy hat, and tourists think we are all cow-folk who drink and party a lot. :p 2012 is extra special for the Stampede, as it's celebrating it's centennial year, one hundred years Stampeding!

Q Haute Cuisine is a Contemporary French Fine Dining Restaurant here in Calgary, located right next to the new Calgary Peace Bridge. Their address is: 100 La Caille place S.W Calgary, Alberta.

Sterling Leaf Earring Giveaway!

I've been so fortunate in this life, to find a creative way to share myself with so many people for so many years. Feeling extra thankful today after hitting a personal milestone. In celebration I would love to do a giveaway draw!

Win a pair of my handcrafted
Sterling Silver Leaf Earrings!
How to enter... Up to 3 entries a person!

1. Post a comment on this blog post mentioning your favourite item in my store (www.rozzie.etsy.com)
2. Share this blog post on your Facebook!
3. Share this post on your Twitter!

• Enter by leaving a comment on this blog post & mention if you have done steps 2 and or 3.
• Please include your email address so I can contact you.
• Giveaway ends in 1 week on April 11th 10:00 pm MST
• As an alternate prize, the Winner can choose to have a custom set of 4 wine charms instead if they like.

Thank you for your continued support and good luck!

Modern Wedding Blog Featured my Custon Name Wine Charms!

Exciting! I recently randomly found myself featured on the Modern Wedding Blog, The blog for Modern Wedding Magazine. The blog post was from back in November! I did get busier in November, but I thought it was likely because Christmas was approaching. Perhaps it was thanks to this recognition. Thank you Modern Wedding!

Custom Wine Charms, Personalized Wine Tags

I received a few professional photos from a wedding that had my wine charms! They look nice layered. Special Thank you to Melissa Levey.
Photo Credit: ©SuthiPicotte www.picottephotography.com

View all the listings of Custom Wine Charm in my Rozzie Etsy store: here
The word/name/number possibilities are endless! The most unique words I have made recently: Juice?, TreatYoSelf, Babe, Mine, CuteCharm

Pink Meow!

This is probably my proudest 50% off Post Christmas Sale purchase. From Walmart too! Boyfriend said I could put it up for Valentines day!

Really tacky or really cool??? I'm still not sure. I wasn't very fun to assemble though, each section was apart and glitter everywhere. Here's what she looked like pre-rozzie lovin'.....


However now comes the best part... figuring out where in the basement to store this thing.

Loved our Valentines dinner... Chinese take out for two. :)

Tree Pendant Necklace

Tree Pendant Necklace, Sterling Silver, Swarovski Crystal, Pearl (32" length chain)

One of my friends requested a necklace like this, and I presented it to her on Christmas! She loved it and I hope you guys do too. It's the first time trying this style of design. I am really happy with how it turned out, but I am not sure at this time if I will add it to my Etsy Store as a regular item. What do you think? It was a lot of intricate work, and cost quite a bit for the high quality material (sterling silver).

Glimpse of Christmas

Glimpse of Christmas at the Boyfriends house. All his family's presents, they really, really enjoy gifting a lot to each other. Most of the big boxes were for his Dad actually. T

Had a nice cozy Christmas dinner with my Mom and Brother
:) Mom's so cute.

Merry Christmas!

Candy Cane Rice Crispy Squares I made last night :)

I hope all my friends and supporters have a Wonderful and Merry Christmas!

Here in Calgary it's 5 degrees celcius outside! I want to wash my car! I had zero days off from work leading up to Christmas, Working Tuesday through Friday (9-6) and Saturday, Christmas eve (9-4). I really wished to have some time off to do errands, shop and prepare for Christmas, so it's been stressful trying to get all the orders completed as well as do my own personal things! Lots of friends to see as well. Life is good, and it's the most festive Christmas I've had in years. Kyle's place is looking so nice, we put up our own lights, a tree and the presents underneath are taking over the living room!

Doctor Who Jewelry, Timey Wimey

A special order for a friend. Doctor Who Themed Matching pair of necklaces for herself and the other as a gift. All Sterling silver.



Edit: She gave the gift to her friend and she loved it!!

Artist at Work

Hey! I feel a bit drowned under my desk these days. A lot of late nights and projects on the go. Thank you all for the support and love towards what I do! Etsy is busy and so is the day job. I can't wait for the Christmas break (Dec 25- New year) where I can re-energize and more importantly RELAX.