when an artist designs your invitations.

Take a piece of blank paper and look at it. That is what we start with. A blank canvas. Nothing exists on it until our conversation begins. 

Was that super intense? I meant it to be very literal so you understand that I am painting custom artwork for you that has never existed before and that is like, very cool! And also, so fun. Erase the word “clip art” or the phrase “color change” from your mind entirely. None of that is happening here. It’s you, my pencil and paint brushes and me! We are about to embark on a creative journey that tells the tale of your love story. Let’s have fun with it and think of as many details as we possibly can to paint up and incorporate into your wedding stationery. 

Thinking about a signature cocktail? Let me paint it for you! Dreaming of a love story illustration that pictures all the sweetest moments of your relationship leading up to the big day? Yep, I can paint that too! (p.s. This is the coolest first piece of art to hang in your home as newlyweds!) 

I draw everything out with pencil and paper to outline the ideas we discussed. This phase is lose and free and meant to plant the idea seed in your minds for what is about to grow here. Once we finalize a general layout and all the details being included, the painting begins. You will have already seen my past work and know my style so the final outcome will be no surprise. Gorgeous, intricate waves of color and tiny painted details in my signature painting style. I have been an artist for over 10 years, many many more if you count my early days painting rocks as a child. It’s gotta start somewhere, right? All of those years, drawing, painting, practicing, learning, studying, taking classes, lead me to this path. I am in love with what I do and being able to illustrate a new story with each couple brings me such joy. 

My goal outside of creating original artwork for you is to take away as much of the wedding stationery stress as possible. I handle everything from selecting paper, envelope colors, fonts, timelines, postage, assembling, mailing -  all while communicating the steps to you so we are always on one page. You can sit back, enjoy the process and wait for your guests to receive their wedding invitations and call you to rave about how special they are! This happens everytime, really! 

I can’t wait to work with you and I’m always here to answer questions or clarify parts of the process. Just shoot me an email anytime! info@stephanietara.com

I love your love story!