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social media booster with Jackie!

6/4/2017

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This amazing human is bringing her brilliant social media buzz to our workshop!  She has so many great ideas to share with us...all things pertaining to styled shoots!  Certainly something you do not want to miss!
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A little bit about Jackie:
Jackie prides herself on supporting the local YYC small business movement and thrives on connecting with others who care as deeply about the creative community.

Design and adventure have consistently been the pulse of Jackie's being and, so, it was only natural that her growing business, Lace Brick Design, birthed out of a solo, soul-searching trip to Vancouver Island, BC during the Spring of 2013. Walking past a bead store near Kits Beach, Vancouver, Jackie was drawn inside. Knowing that she would be spending hours on a beach, kicking up sand and counting waves, Jackie decided that she would dabble in the art of earring design (why not, right?). Jackie purchased all of the required supplies from the little bead store and voila, a week later she had handmade earrings coming out the wazoo! Adding these to the already accumulating pile of pretty little DIY creations in a corner of her home, Jackie knew her next step: Lace Brick Design.

Lace Brick Design is a lifestyle brand for the adventure-seeking female. In this light, they design jewelry, apparel & camping supply to empower passionate adventurers, travellers, lovers of the woods, full moon chasers, and backroad takers! Based near the heart of the Rockies in Calgary Alberta, Lace Brick Design is dedicated to building strong community vibes & styling passionate, fearless females! They are grateful for a tribe of 15k+ followers on Instagram and over 9800 Facebook peeps! Alongside their online shop, you can also find Lace Brick Design in 45+ stores across Canada, including Hallmark! Lace Brick Design is disrupting the outdoor-lifestyle market and empowering women to explore in style! (they even have their own hashtag #ponytailsandmountaintrails …how cool is that?!)

Alongside Lace Brick Design, Jackie holds numerous workshops on branding and social media. She loves to provide an avenue for local creatives to access entrepreneurial guidance and education. Topics range from social media expertise, brand styling, wholesale advice, photostyling tips, product photograph inspiration, market prep, networking ideas, simple website (self-) design tips and more! As the creative visionary behind Lace Brick Design, Jackie also offers her services as a brand styling expert in the following areas:
» copy writing + editing
» brand styling & marketing
» photo-styling/social media workshops
» guest speaker engagements
» rebrand education (workshops + 1:1 sessions)

» guest blogging
» social media management/takeover
» creative idea formation/implementation

What began as jewelry design has grown to become so much more: an adventure lifestyle company; an outlet for all forms of creative expression; a source of feminine empowerment; and expansion of an entrepreneurial spirit. With a passion for sharing her acquired social media skill set, Jackie is excited to join The Open Trunk Styled Shoot Workshop presenters to teach us how to make styled shoots really work for our following and for our brands!


We are a few weeks away from this fun styled shoot workshop, and I am super excited that Jackie will there with us!
We have a few seats left, so sign up today to get registered!! heather@orangetrunk.ca and the link to the right will take you right to me too! ;) 
Look forward to the day...lets do this!
​~H
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our event stylist & helper extraordinaire!!!

6/2/2017

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Shannon Valente, of Shannon Valente Weddings, and The Wed. Life has been hard at work helping us bring our design to reality for this summer picnic workshop styled shoot!  
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From Shannon:
Hey I’m Shannon!

A bona fide wedding planner, lover of sweat treats, sour cream, DIY projects and reality TV.

Shannon Valente Weddings is a wedding planning and design studio serving, Calgary, Canmore, Banff and beyond!  

At SVW we are all about:
  • Simple, classic designs
  • Innovation over extravagance
  • DIY elements
  • Personal touches
  • Celebrating YOU!
As a certified wedding planner (Wedding Planner’s Institute of Canada) Shannon and her team have successfully helped couples plan and pull off the weddings they’ve always wanted, many of which have been featured in publications such as 100 Layer Cake, Wedding Chicks, Wedding Bells, Rocky Mountain Bride, Aisle Society, Hey Wedding Lady, and more.
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I have had so much fun designing this workshop with Shannon!  She has all the bases covered, and her ideas are super fun!  Can't wait to share this design with you all!
Be sure to book your seat today before we are sold out!
Send me an email at heather@orangetrunk.ca to register.
~H
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introducing our workshop florist for June

5/29/2017

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Lindsey Kao of Fall For Florals will be joining us as our in house workshop florist for this next workshop.  ​
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From Lindsey:
Hi, I'm Lindsey.
Combining my love for flowers and creative flare, I've been in the floral industry for over 13 years.  I first started out as a volunteer at Vincci's Florals in downtown Calgary where I developed my foundation for floral design. Over the years I've worked with multiple floral designers in Calgary and Edmonton, each helping me discover my unique style. As a young and enthusiastic entrepreneur, I am continuously learning and growing in the industry through connecting with other florists.
In my spare time, I binge watch Netflix while cuddling my Pomeranian Pikachu, and Dingo-Terrier rescue Eevee, bake sugar cookies, and build plant terrariums. My favorite flower is the peony and my favorite greenery is the silver dollar eucalyptus. Both are stand alone beauties, but can look amazing when mixed with other flowers and greenery.
If you are seeking a wedding/event florist or someone to do a cool collab with, let me know!  I love meeting new friends who share the same passion for this artistry.

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We are having fun designing with Lindsey, and look forward to having her be a big part of our second workshop!
Want to buy a ticket?  Shoot me an email at heather@orangetrunk.ca to register!!  
Link is listed on the right side of this page!
​~H
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Westerly Edge...

5/26/2017

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YOU GUYS!!!!  This beautiful venue space has the most breathtaking views of the rocky mountains, mixed with views of the acreage and  rolling fields, farm animals, and love of the land!
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Our friend Roz Kossowan of Roz Edge Photography lives on her family heritage land parcel. 
From Roz: 'It is family land that we have had since 1892 as The Edge Family was on of the first settling Family in the Cochrane area.. one of 8 founding families. So i have a huge sentimental connection with the land'
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I am so excited to be creating our Outdoor Styled Shoot workshop on this property.  Even more excited to have you join us!  Book your ticket now, we have limited space at the workshop.
You can email me at heather@orangetrunk.ca for more info!
​~H
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fantastic cake designs by Tracy Irwin at Workshop #2!

5/26/2017

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I am so happy that Sugar By Tracy is bringing her amazing cakes to our workshop!  Tracy's unique designs, and fun approach to cake art is something to see!     Read a little bit about Tracy below!
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FROM OUR FRIEND TRACY:
Crafting sugar flowers by hand is absolutely my favourite part of the cake designing and creating process; to sculpt and layer sugar from nothing into something as beautiful as a garden rose is amazing!

​When I am not in my studio, I devote my time to being a mom to my awesome kids Addison and Caleb. We’re an animal loving family with 2 dogs and 2 cats. We also breed ball python snakes in my husband Cody’s reptile room. Had I known 10 years ago that Cody’s love of reptiles would rub off on me, I might have named Sugar by Tracy “Snakeys & Cakeys” instead!

Our family loves to be outside all summer long camping, playing board games and binge watching Netflix. I am a big fan of coffee and red wine, although I have been having a recent love affair with bourbon.   

I started baking at a young age at our home in Okotoks . I was always in the kitchen with my mom baking cookies and pies and other desserts, all while never making a mess if I remember correctly! She may remember differently. 

When my daughter Addison was born, I realized that I need to be able to express my love for her in a creative way. I wanted to create big, beautiful fondant masterpieces for her birthday, but I knew nothing about fondant. I read and read, searched every place I could think of for information and practiced on a Styrofoam cake tier for months before her 2nd birthday party, just so I could bring the vision I had in my head to life!

I started designing and baking cakes for my family and friends after that! And then friends of friends as my reputation started to build. And suddenly in 2010, Sugar by Tracy was born! 

Since 2010, I have moved to Central Alberta with my husband and 2 children. We’ve renovated a space in our home specifically for a commercial kitchen and cake studio, which is the perfect workspace to create, design and bake all kinds of delicious treats! My cake studio is fully licensed with Alberta Health Services and is regularly inspected.  

I am dedicated to the artistry of cake and sugar. I have travelled across the country, refining my skills while learning from world renowned sugar artists. I love to play with different textures, combining contemporary techniques with classic cake design. 



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~ just a few samples of Tracy's recent work ~

We have a special treat for our attendees at this event with vintage style cakes from Sugar by Tracy!  
​You DO NOT want to miss this!
Don't forget to register!!!
​#theopentrunkyyc 
heather@orangetrunk.ca
~H
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#2 in Workshop Series: Outdoor Styled Shoot; Summer Evening Picnic

5/26/2017

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Hey Hey Open Trunkers!!  
​We have a vendor list ready for you!  I'm so excited to announce our vendors...with a few more to be announced in the next week or so!  
*Our first introduction goes out to Chloe Buie Photography!  She will be our 'in house' photographer for this Romantic Summer Evening Picnic Styled Shoot Workshop! 
*We have the most amazing venue.  It is called Westerly Edge.  It is located at the edge of Cochrane, just off the TCH to Banff.  The most beautiful views of the rocky mountains, and gorgeous acreage grounds for our picnic!
​*My good friend Shannon, from Shannon Valente Weddings has been bringing together a fabulous design for this workshop styled shoot. 
*Lindsey from Fall For Flowers has joined our vendor team and is creating the florals for our picnic tables, and more!
*Novia Mia is graciously loaning us a gown...oh my goodness...I'm so excited about this gown!!!
*The picnic table is going to be stunning you guys!  The lovelies from Gathered Table Supply are helping us to fill the tables with their wares!​
*If you haven't heard of  Sugar By Tracy ...well my goodness...you gotta check out this talented lady! 
*Our stationary has been designed and created by the super talented Shanna of Pink Umbrella Designs!
...more to be announced soon!
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Registration $150 +tax
​meal provided
payment to heather@orangetrunk.ca
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The Open Trunk Styled Shoot Workshop Series

5/26/2017

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I am opening our trunk so to speak, and I am so excited to share with you, our experience in the event industry.
After participating and planning in MANY styled photo shoots, and collaborative sessions, I have
learned so much and I would love to share that with other industry pros!  
Our workshops are geared towards anyone in the event industry.  Any of us who want to use our creative side to help push our business to the next level.  We welcome the chance to share a day with you, and our expert panel, and help to cultivate the collaborative creatives our amazing city has to offer!

Outdoor Styled Shoot: Summer Picnic
Tuesday, June 20th
~afternoon into evening~

Watch for details as we book guest speakers, and fill our vendor panel!

Regular registration $150 +tax
​meal provided
payment to heather@orangetrunk.ca

I look forward to meeting new vendors, and cultivating relationships within the wedding industry and beyond!
​~H

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