Finding Inspiration

“The art of being happy lies in the power of extracting happiness from common things.”

What inspires me? People ask me this question all the time and I find it so hard to answer. I’m inspired by so many things… travel, culture, life, nature. Not only do I look for inspiration on a daily basis, I think being inspired creates inspiration. I love photography, I love travel and I love fashion and when I am able to seamlessly combine the three is where I find my greatest joy.

I’ve been meaning to post these photos for a while now but they just kept getting pushed to the side for other things. On one of my few days off we went to the poppy fields a couple hours north of Los Angeles and I thought a beautiful floral two piece from Monique Lhuillier would do the setting justice. For no reason other than to hopefully capture something amazing. Sometimes I shoot just for the purpose of making beautiful images and being creative. The ability to work in a field where I am able to be so creative on a daily bases is really the driving inspiration behind everything I do. Hope you enjoy these photos and I hope everyday you all are inspired to do what you love. Follow your dreams and never give up. Anything is possible. Thought we all needed a little pep talk for this Monday :)

Skirt: Monique Lhuillier | Earrings: Dannijo | Ring: Dannijo

Photography: Matt Petran | Styling & Creative Direction: Shea Marie