Happy fall, Everyone! Each year I style a Halloween photo shoot featuring a pumpkin project with themes such as “terrazzo” and “iridescent”. This year’s Halloween shoot is inspired by the 1988 remake of The Blob, along with current trends in art and still life photography.
Embracing Color
Every year around Halloween, I buy a colorful wig for some costume-y fun and prepare to revel in vivid hues. And every year as I pack away the wig, I tell myself I’m going to find ways to celebrate color on a daily basis well past Halloween. That can be challenging, especially as fall and winter hues become more subdued, mirroring the cold, grey weather outside…
The Great Retro Halloween Roundup
It’s the Great Retro Halloween Roundup! Today’s post is packed with Mirror80 photos, DIY ideas, and collected images from the past 6 years of blogging. Keep reading for three different aesthetics that awesomely celebrate the spookiest day of the year…
A Sci-fi Still Life
Today’s post is a little reminder to make time for creative projects in your life. When I shot these photos, I was under the influence…of the Stranger Things soundtrack! The music is nothing short of amazing. So sci-fi, in a synth-heavy, ’80s way. Listening to it made me want to do an other-wordly photo shoot…
A Summer Photo Shoot
Happy Summer! I raided the Mirror80 prop closet this week to create a few colorful still life vignettes. The goal: to try and capture the festivity of summer with retro-modern flair. Neon coil bracelets, confetti, tinsel, drink umbrellas…nothing was off limits. Take a look at how it all came together!
Decorating with Geo Objects
One of the easiest ways to channel 1980s style (with modern flair) is to decorate with geo objects. Incorporate geometric shapes and forms, and jazz it all up with reflective surfaces and tropical leaves. Here are some fun vignettes that celebrate the geo look…
A Palm Party with Happy Mundane
Today I’m sharing a collection of snapshots from the Palm Party I threw with my friend Jon of Happy Mundane! He came to visit last month, and we had a blast running around Austin, shopping for party supplies, and enjoying a creative collaboration. Read on for an affordable party idea that’s perfect for summer..
Sand Art, Rocks and Minerals
One of the most affordable ways to add retro style to your home in through sand art, rocks and minerals. While buying them from specialty shops isn’t always cheap, there are online sellers who offer affordable specimens, and I’ve found that estate sales are a great place to hunt them down!
Holographic Style
There’s definitely something holographic going on… If you read design blogs, you may have noticed the appearance of items such as holographic pillows, party decorations and manicures. This holographic trend inspired today’s photo shoot!
Spring Things
Happy Spring! It may not be official yet, but once the sun returns and Daylight Savings has passed, it’s spring as far as I’m concerned. So I’m celebrating with a colorful photo shoot that features some of my favorite spring things, all set against a backdrop of silly string. Because this time of the year is all about vibrancy and fun!
