kiss the groom

MINDY RICE FLORAL DESIGN featured in SANTA BARBARA MAGAZINE

mindy & i have worked together for years…she beautifully designed the flowers for my wedding….so its safe to say, i absolutely adore her….when SANTA BARBARA MAGAZINE asked me to photographer her for the december issue i was thrilled….i got to spend a day photographing this wonderfully talented woman & her beautiful family, feast your eyes on these intimate photographs…

every home should be blessed with a kissing tree in the front yard

mindy has a gift….creativity & style come naturally for her….and it runs in the family…she & her husband designed & built their beautiful home…their california retreat is warm & spacious & yet full of warmth…classy & cozy…just like the beautiful couple….there is an organic feel to their style…

SANTA BARBARA MAGAZINE reveals mindy’s style & decorating ideas for the holidays…pick up this issue & you will find tons of inspiration for your own home & holiday entertaining….xoxo

clearly the talent is just beginning….mindy’s sons fill their home with music & laughter….

i love the simplicity & warmth of their home…ohhh, and the fabulous antique toys, a classic train set & soldiers provide hours of entertainment for the young boys…i also love the necklace, mindy made from some handmade beads she aquired from a recent trip to mexico….& then look at this belt…..

this incredible belt buckle was handmade by mindy’s father….

mindy & her boys are relaxed & stylish & love spending time together…..

there is nothing quite as sweet as family

xoxo