Styled Shoot at Diamond Creek Farms: Why Vendors Put Together Mock Events

by ClaireWhite | Feb 1, 2023 | Acrylic, Custom Calligraphy, Invitation Suite, Signage, Spot Calligraphy, Styled Shoot

So, what’s the deal with a styled shoot? What makes wedding and event vendors put in the time
and effort to throw something together that isn’t an actual event? Well, it’s pretty simple… we
want to show you what we’ve got! Putting together a top-notch event is an art form, and we
are the creatives behind the scenes. Nashville is one of those places where you don’t have to
look very far to find a vendor or creative that is the absolute best at what they do.

For obvious reasons, most of what event vendors create come directly from whatever inspires
the client: theme, colors, style, texture, all of it. So, when we are afforded a moment to let our
creative juices flow and boast our skills, we will jump at the chance.

A few of Nashville’s best creatives put our minds together for what turned out to be an amazing
display of talent. I hope that you can use our styled shoot at Diamond Creek Farms to pull some
inspiration for your next event or wedding. This was a multi-part shoot designed to
demonstrate the contrast between gold and black, blush and gold, and black and white styles! I
think you’ll agree that what we put together for you is simply stunning. Check it out!

The blush and gold themed invitation suite focused on a balance of gentle and modern. The
rosy envelopes with custom calligraphy and wax seals leaned perfectly into the edge-cut papers
and print invites. To elevate this combination, White Ink created the most attractive little place
cards I think I’ve ever done. We used pressed florals inside acrylic, lined it in gold and used
custom spot calligraphy; all resting gorgeously on top of the menu place setting. I’m in love with
the idea of using this for an outdoor spring wedding!

For the black and gold, and black and white portion of the shoot, White Ink really got to have
fun and play with some amazing details. For the invitation suite we “pushed the envelope”, if
you will, and designed off-centered custom envelope calligraphy while using the added space to
make a modern splash. Our stationary team came through with a custom modern font for the
invites, making this a truly impressive suite for clients to draw some inspiration from.

It’s time to talk about these black marble, stand-alone tiles! Details like these babies have an
amazing way of keeping your guests chatting about your event for a long time to come. The
contrast between the muted black and bright white custom calligraphy is an aesthetic gem.
(Sigh). I love using tile place cards as a way to add texture to a reception. And for those outdoor
receptions, they can double as paperweights for your menus. Brilliant!

There you have it! Vendors want to help make your wedding and events everything you hoped
for. We might even have a few great ideas up our sleeves! We hope you enjoy.