Almost half way through June, and things are starting to pick up again! Had a little hiatus the last couple of weeks, but I’m getting back to work now. No complaints though! It’s good to be busy…you know you’re doing something right!
Just wrapped up a mini shoot at Wanderlust this weekend. Hoping to get those pics and videos uploaded to my site and use them for marketing. Jen at Wanderlust is a pro at styling my pieces with items from her boutique…it’s fun to see the outfits she puts together. It’s also exciting to see my designs on models – sometimes it’s the first time I’ve seen them worn! I get a little shocked when that happens…as a designer I’m just used to seeing my clothing on mannequins so when they’re finally on somebody it’s a totally different visualization. It’s definitely a rewarding moment for me.
I have another small shoot coming up later this month – looking forward to that. Plan on taking some pics in and around the small towns I live by. Also have another Creative Chaos event coming up! These have been the highlight of my year – getting to hang out with other designers and boutique owners for a fun night of fashion, music, and art….what’s better than that! I’m so grateful that Soren and Kristin have put these events together…another big reason why I love this city and the people who are involved with the fashion scene.
Besides staying busy with my clothing line, I have some film festivals coming up that I’m involved in. I’ve produced a short documentary that I’ve been submitting to local film festivals in Iowa and also around the Midwest. I’ve been accepted to one this month, but waiting to hear back on a few others. As most of you know, I’ve also had a love for film…starting a production company has also been a dream of mine. I’m slowing getting there with that one, but taking my time. This documentary has been a dream achieved on it’s own, and I’m so proud of it. I just want to take this summer and enjoy the moment.
This has been the best year by far with all my projects and events. I’ve always wanted to be at this place where I have peace and a sense of accomplishments for the things I’ve created. In some small way, I feel like I’ve made it. I’ve made it to the point where my dreams aren’t only in my dreams anymore…they are being lived out. It is the most amazing feeling in the world.
