Throwin' it back
Happy #tbt to one of my favorite sites, projects AND clients. Love the simplicity of this site, and of course, the PH Company's stunning work. Much more about this design project HERE.
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New Branding: Caroline Boykin
I've worked with Caroline Reehl Boykin for over 4 years now and am so SO proud of her and her amazing work. We recently updated her branding and she launched her new website: www.caroline-boykin.com. And HUGE thanks to 5A Multimedia for the beautiful website design. Check it out. She's one TALENTED artist and beautiful momma in every single way...
New Branding: Eden W. Flora Art
I'm so excited to share with you a new branding board for Eden W. Flora Art. I have always loved Eden's work and was so excited when she contacted me about branding and a new website. For now, you can purchase her art on her Etsy page. Website and new shop coming soon! Here are some of my favorites. I can't decide which ones I like best for Mack and Calder's rooms (I love all of them!) but am ordering some soon...
New Family Photos by Devin Ford Photography
Our sweet friend and talented photographer, Devin Ford-Conklan with Devin Ford Photography, gave us a family photo session for Mack's birthday. There's NO gift we could cherish more and can't thank you enough Devin! Sorry for the picture overload, but to narrow them down beyond these images was impossible :)
And I had to include this one just to keep it real. Believe me, we had dozens of these shots as well. Thanks Devin for you unbelievable patience. You are talented and such a JOY to work with!!
I can’t recommend any one any more than Devin Ford Photography! I’ve worked with her on projects (both business and personal) for years and she never disappoints. Now if I could just get around to framing these and adding them to my website!
2015 ADDY Awards
First of all, I can't believe it's taken me over a month to share this exciting news. I've been in babyland for 5 weeks now and am just now coming up for air. That being said, it's weird typing on a keyboard again and trying to come up with words that make sense. My brain is mush, so please bare with me. I had to miss the ADDY Awards ceremony this year because I was literally giving birth to our son when the event took place. I know that's a terrible excuse, but it's all I got.
That being said, I am so excited to be included in the 2015 ADDY Winner's Reel. View the video below.
What an honor it was to receive two American Advertising Awards this year: A Gold ADDY for the Local Goodness Farm-to-Table campaign for USA Children's and Women's Hospital and a Silver ADDY for the "Mind, Body, Spirit Campaign" for UMS-Wright Preparatory School. What a treat it was just to work with these wonderful clients. I poured my heart and soul into both of these projects, and am so proud of how they turned out.
Click here for more details on the Local Goodness Farm-to-Table campaign for USA Children's and Women's Hospital.
Read my previous post about this project here.
And I'm thrilled that we received a Silver ADDY for the "Mind, Body, Spirit Campaign" for UMS-Wright Preparatory School. View the videos below or on the UMS-Wright website. A huge thanks to the AMAZING and TALENTED Cari Searcy with All Good Creatives. Without her, none of this would have been possible. We tried our best to capture the heart, soul and spirit of this wonderful school (which is not an easy task to do in 60 seconds), and I'm so proud of how it turned out. We absolutely LOVED working with the fabulous team at UMS. Seriously one of the most fun projects I've ever been a part of...belly laughs every day.
Read more details from my previous post.(Can you tell I want you to read my previous posts when I had more of a brain?!)
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And finally, here is my post from last year's ADDY Awards. This is one of my favorite posts on this blog so far because I focused on what really matters when it comes to my career, what awards like this really mean to me, and what it took for me to get here in the first place. I wish I had time to reflect more on this, but since my feelings really haven't changed since last year, this post is still so true and real today.
I'm loving this time with my babies right now (kissing those chubby cheeks never gets old), but I'm also looking forward to returning back to work in May. Adjusting to TWO kiddos is pretty much what I expected (and much more!) — definitely double the work and double the fun. And I repeat, double the work. I'm trying to soak in every moment because they really grow up too fast. I could cry (and do often) just thinking about it. I'm grateful to work with such wonderful people and that I love what I do. So much to be grateful for...God is so good.
Welcome to the World Baby Mack
We are thrilled to announce the birth of our son, Mack Bruner Binion V on February 26, 2015. Mack weighed a whooping 8 lb, 13 oz and was 22 inches long. We are SOO in love and Calder has been such a wonderful big sis. THANK YOU LORD for blessing our family with precious baby. Here are some random snapshots from the past few weeks. We're loving and soaking up every minute as a family of four. Sorry in advance for the photo overload.
Three generations of Mack Bruner Binion These two cute cousins had a blast together! Calder. Was. Here. (peppa and olaf trance) These expressions are so Calder. I love the one below even though there are no smiles. I definitely think these two look alike. I start working again at the first of May...and until then I'll be doing a lot of this... ....and this Love, love, LOVE my babies.
Many, LORD my God, are the wonders you have done, the things you planned for us. None can compare with you; were I to speak and tell of your deeds, they would be too many to declare. - Psalm 40:5
Praise be to GOD! We are so incredibly thankful, tired and in love.
ADDY Awards
Always an honor to be invited to the ADDY awards. I won't be able to be there in person this year, but can't wait to share with y'all what we won!
CLICK HERE to see last year's post about the ADDY Awards!
Happy Mardi Gras y'all
Happy Mardi Gras y'all! This Mardi Gras is definitely a little different with a baby on board, but here's to last year's FUN. I'm gonna miss it this year, but I keep reminding myself there will MANY more to come, and to soak up this sweet time.
We did get to make a few parades this year and Calder LOVED every minute of it!
The 10 day countdown has begun for baby Mack's arrival!!! No words can express how excited I am to hold that precious baby and to see that little boy's face. Now, I just gotta make it through the next week...one day at a time!
Thames Batré Ad Campaign
I just finished this new ad for Thames Batré Insurance. See previous ads below. Sometimes you just get it right when it comes to an ad campaign, and that has been the case with this one. I have loved working on this campaign and we have MANY more in store so stay tuned!
All photos by the fabulous Devin Ford Photography
Christmas Time
This Christmas was a special one! Calder loved every minute of it... Maybe next year we'll follow the instructions Daddy's home!!!
And now we're just waiting on baby Mack. Less than 6 weeks to go. Hang in there buddy!
Devin Ford Photography
Devin Ford with Devin Ford Photography recently took these photos of Calder. She did an amazing job and I can't recommend her more! Check out her website and give her call today. You will NOT be disappointed!
New Branding: Jubilee Towing Company
One of the many branding projects I'm wrapping up now. I love how this logo and branding board turned out. Stationery system is next so stay tuned.
Wednesday Words
Wow. It's been a long time since I've posted anything on here. When life is busy the blog is the first thing to go. I don't know where to start with updates on our growing family and my business, so I'll keep it short and sweet: Life is good. God is amazing—and we are beyond blessed. What a fun time of life this is for us and I hope to post more updates soon! I was just looking over my Pinterest boards for inspiration and wanted to share some of my favorite "Words to Live by" today...
Megan & Stu's Wedding in Maine
So thankful my parents were there! Megan is like a sister to me and a part of our fam.Nothing like high school friends!Michelle Repici (above, far left in the black & white) was the talented photographer. Didn't she do an AMAZING job? Check out her website here. She was crazy talented in high school so it's no surprise she's a successful artist and photographer now. SO thrilled for this happy couple...and honored to be a part of this beautiful wedding. Love you megs!!!
Chapel Farm Collection's Grand Event
You won't want to miss Chapel Farm Collection's Grand Event! Visit www.chapelfarm.com for more info. New website coming soon!
New Branding: Wire Road Outfitters
I'm so proud of my close friend, Ashley Dukes, for making her ideas and dreams come true. Wire Road Outfitters was inspired by her father's favorite place, Auburn, Alabama, and is a classic clothing brand created for fans that never stop fighting. There's much more in store for Wire Road Outfitters, but for now, you can buy these comfy t-shirts (they're the good, soft kind!) at McCoy Outdoor Company in Mobile, AL.
house + ink
So proud of my dear friend, Kim Morris (and her fabulous sister Meredith Kinney). Website is live! Check it out for all your textile needs! @houseandink www.houseandink.com (desktop browsers preferred)
Here's a pic of us from this summer (Kim's on the right). I love these girls. We never stop laughing when we're together...
Conde-Charlotte Museum: New Branding
I'm so excited to share this new branding board with you! I collaborated with Graphic Designer, Laurie Kilpatrick, on this project and we were so pleased with the outcome. Here are some beautiful shots of the museum by Chad Riley Photography. We have many more exciting plans for this museum so stay tuned!
To find out more about the Conde-Charlotte Museum call (251) 432-4722. Website coming soon! In the meantime, check out their facebook page.
Exciting News!
Calder has some exciting news to share! We're so thankful and beyond thrilled for baby B #2 to arrive in early spring! Still in shock and not sure what to think about it... And Calder's getting plenty of practice in the meantime with baby Sally, Lucy and Kate. She's obsessed with her babies and I know she'll make one amazing big sis!!!