one of my new year’s resolutions was to learn something new…i am so happy to say that i have learned encaustic painting…and i was taught by my amazing friend & wax artist Leah MacDonald…i spent the weekend in my studio melting wax & pouring it over some of my favorite photographs…i felt like an artist & a little kid all at once…i am smitten….i think my images have met their mate…i am now working on creating a body of encaustic work….if you are interested in owning a handmade encaustic piece of art, please contact me directly (info@elizabethmessina.com)…and is you are interested in turning your own images into encaustic art visit WAXWORKSPHOTO….and for those of you with the time & inclination your can hire LEAH to come to your studio & teach you all the beautiful secrets of hot bees wax…so now on to my next resolution…more balance in my life…wish me luck…xoxoxo
“I have a dream that my four little children will one
day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the
color of their skin but by the content of their character.”
Martin Luther King Jr
a little more sweetness...
sundays are for suppers…life often seems to swirl around, between commitments & the ever changing needs of family & loved ones…a home cooked meal can feel oh so out of reach….sundays are full of possibilities….a day to reflect…relax…and cook…slow cooked feasts for those we love…so even when the week feels heavy & long….reclaim your sunday…set the table….& eat good food….xoxo
a little more sweetness...
a little more sweetness...
a little more sweetness...
a little more sweetness...
this beautiful decor was part of recent shoot i had the honor of being part of with BRIDE & BLOOM
the lovely florals were designed by THE BRIDE’S CAFE creator…JANIE MEDLEY
the menu & signs were designed by kristy rice of MOMENTAL DESIGNS
the stylist was courtney spencer of MERRIMENT DESIGNS &
the simply sweet & beautiful cake was by K. ROSE CAKES
xoxo
a little more sweetness...
these two love birds met & fell for each other in view camera class…..
the camera was a sweet & meaningful addition to their photos…xoxo
a little more sweetness...
beautiful utensils from anthropologie
they are meant for the garden but i love
them so much, i have them in a cup by
my desk…they’d be a cute addition to
a bouquet or table scape….xoxoxoxo













































