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The Luminous Portrait By Elizabeth Messina

Luminous Portrait book display on wooden stand

A big congratulations to our good friend Elizabeth Messina on her new book The Luminous Portrait.  A beautiful guide to shooting lush, romantic portraits exclusively in natural light. Whether you’re photographing children, weddings, maternity, boudoir, or portraits of any kind, The Luminous Portrait will inspire you. Learn Elizabeth's personal approach on capturing flattering portraits that appear “lit from within.”  A must have for any photographer or lover of beautiful images.
Of course a celebration was held in honor of The Luminous Portrait launch. Hosted by the queen of parties Mindy Weiss, who put together one heck of a soiree. Filled with vintage decor from our favorite vintage curator Jeni of Found Rentals. Good food and delicious desserts from Cupcakes Couture of Manhattan Beach. Both just so happen to be part of our Hand Picked Collection. Nothing but the best for Elizabeth and all photographed beautifully by Kirsten Ellis.

Author signing luminous portrait book copies

Two women embracing in a warm hug

Two women embracing, one signing a book

Romantic bed in art gallery with pink flowers

Woman holding a cream tote bag with a romantic design

How pretty are those eco-friendly totes above printed by yours truly Wedding Chicks. Designed by stationery extraordinaire Wiley Valentine. If you need something special like this for your next event let us know. Email us for more information on how to have a custom tote designed and printed for your special soiree.

Pastel chair and flowers, vintage decor

Pink dessert bar with cakes and cupcakes

Pretty pink rose cake, elegant wedding dessert

White flowers on wooden table, brown couch

Cozy living room with pastel sofas and pillows

Ice cream scoop, delicious dessert

Black and white art exhibit with mannequins

Vintage photo booth with man

Mobile photo booth pictures of friends

Wine bottles ONEHOPE displayed at event

Happy family portrait, diverse parents and children

Tote bag favors: Wedding Chicks Desserts: Cupcakes Couture of Manhattan Beach Furniture: Found Rentals

Hosted by: Mindy Weiss Photography: Kristen Ellis Flowers: Dolce Designs Studio DJ: DJ Shakee of Scratch Weddings Wine: One Hope Weddings Photo Booth: Mobile Photo Booth Venue: The Mark for Events Ice Cream: Sweet Lucie's Tote bags design: Wiley Valentine Wall Prints: The Image Source Special Thanks: Be Inspired PR

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