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So here we are, the Slow Dance Journal —

And you’re probably wondering what you can expect from this space, right? Simply put — this is where the magic happens.

Current inspirations, musings and wanderings, a peek behind the curtains of Slow Dance Studio (and life, because it’s all kind of intertwined at this point). We’ll share some peeks at what we’re working on, what we’re loving and who we’re crushing on (but not like, in a creepy way). There will definitely be some teaching moments, a look at our creative process (yes, the messy side too), and some real talk around what running a creative business really looks like. Sometimes it’ll get a bit personal, and other times, you’ll walk away inspired, or maybe with a new skill or way of looking at things.

Sound good? Perfect — let’s dive in.

 
 
Editor's Note — An Elevated Stock Photo Collection
Editor's Note — An Elevated Stock Photo Collection

Editor's Note — An Elevated Stock Photo Collection

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PhotographyMaya NormandiSeptember 18, 2023haute stock, photo shoot, photo styling, styled stock photos, editorial stock images
Mastering the Balance: Tips for Integrating Stock and Custom Brand Photography
Mastering the Balance: Tips for Integrating Stock and Custom Brand Photography

Mastering the Balance: Tips for Integrating Stock and Custom Brand Photography

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PhotographyPaige BoersmaSeptember 14, 2023
Elevate Your Brand: Our Favourite Sources for Curated Stock Photos
Elevate Your Brand: Our Favourite Sources for Curated Stock Photos

Elevate Your Brand: Our Favourite Sources for Curated Stock Photos

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PhotographyPaige BoersmaAugust 31, 2023styled stock photos, haute stock, pexels, editorial stock images, kaboom pics, stocksy, rebecca berrington, Curated Photography, visual strategy
Stock vs. Custom Photos: Crafting Your Brand's Visual Narrative
Stock vs. Custom Photos: Crafting Your Brand's Visual Narrative

Stock vs. Custom Photos: Crafting Your Brand's Visual Narrative

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PhotographyPaige BoersmaAugust 25, 2023styled stock photos, Custom Imagery, Curated Photography, visual strategy, brand photos, brand photography
AI as a Creative Tool — Early Thoughts
AI as a Creative Tool — Early Thoughts

AI as a Creative Tool — Early Thoughts

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Creative ProcessPaige BoersmaJuly 22, 2023
Ritual — Styled Stock Photo Collection
Ritual — Styled Stock Photo Collection

Ritual — Styled Stock Collection

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PhotographyPaige BoersmaFebruary 24, 2023styled stock photos, haute stock, photographyComment
Finding Inspiration — The Six Design Shows to Watch on Magnolia Network
Finding Inspiration — The Six Design Shows to Watch on Magnolia Network

Finding Inspiration — The Six Design Shows to Watch on Magnolia Network

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InspirationPaige BoersmaJanuary 13, 2023inspiration, interior inspiration, magnolia network, growing floret, floret farms, DeVol kitchens, the lost kitchen, inspired interiors, sarah sherman samuel, jersey ice cream co, the story of home, storefront stories
Studio Sounds (Vol. 04)
Studio Sounds (Vol. 04)

Studio Sounds (Vol. 04)

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Paige BoersmaNovember 16, 2022
Creating a Signature Brand Experience at Summer House
Creating a Signature Brand Experience at Summer House

Creating a Signature Brand Experience at Summer House

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DesignPaige BoersmaNovember 11, 2022summer house, boutique rental, brand experience, luxury branding, brand collateral, branded coasters, branded matchboxes, brand newspaper, custom illustrations, brand illustrations, animated GIFs, brand GIFs, brand animations
Haute Cuisine — Styled Stock Photo Collection
Haute Cuisine — Styled Stock Photo Collection

Haute Cuisine — Styled Stock Photos

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PhotographyPaige BoersmaNovember 9, 2022styled stock photos, haute stock, photographyComment
Luxury Branding (Pt. 01) — What Is It and What Values Define It?
Luxury Branding (Pt. 01) — What Is It and What Values Define It?

Luxury Branding (Pt. 01) — What Is It and What Values Define It?

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DesignPaige BoersmaOctober 22, 2022luxury branding, luxury brand, brand value, FAQ, brand design, branding
The Kitchen Reveal
The Kitchen Reveal

The Kitchen Reveal

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Creative ProcessPaige BoersmaJune 11, 2022kitchen, interior design, decor, kitchen design, interior styling, interior inspiration, kitch, luminaire authentik, shelf styling, concord lighting, quartex, home styling, RZY, meraki, allstyle retrofit, craft floors, erin leydon, autumn hachey, floating shelves, home design
Beauty Mockups — New Styled Stock Photos
Beauty Mockups — New Styled Stock Photos

Beauty Mockups — New Styled Stock Photos

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PhotographyPaige BoersmaMay 10, 2022styled stock photos, haute stock, photographyComment
Type Treatment — The Best Script Fonts
Type Treatment — The Best Script Fonts

Type Treatment — The Best Script Fonts

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DesignPaige BoersmaMarch 24, 2022design, font, typography, graphic design, branding, script fonts
Creative Toolkit — Books About Colour for Designers
Creative Toolkit — Books About Colour for Designers

Creative Toolkit — Books About Colour for Designers

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DesignPaige BoersmaMarch 20, 2022colour psychology, colour, colour theory, colour inspiration, colour palette, color, color theory, palette perfect, designer's dictionary of color, color resources, color books, creative process, creative toolkit, designer resources
Studio Sounds (Vol. 02)
Studio Sounds (Vol. 02)

Studio Sounds (Vol. 02)

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Paige BoersmaMarch 18, 2022
Styled Stock Photos — New Collection
Styled Stock Photos — New Collection

Styled Stock Photos — New Collection

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PhotographyPaige BoersmaJanuary 11, 2022styled stock photos, haute stock, photographyComment
Kitchen Design Plans
Kitchen Design Plans

Kitchen Design Plans

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Creative ProcessPaige BoersmaNovember 27, 2021home, interior design, kitchen, interior styling, kitchen design, kitch, home design
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Dining Room Refresh, Vol. 03 — The Design Plan.

Every selection, sourced and detailed. The smoked walnut floating shelves from @mykitchcabinets (which are the focal point of it all), the tonal wall-to-ceiling paint colours I’ve been livi
Remember the dining room teaser? Or my continuous references to new shelves for the dining room? Well, the shelves are almost up and the first blog post is live — all the inspiration behind the refresh.

Warmth, texture, dark wood, collected st
For a brand that is built on craft over trend, handmade details, honest materials and the character that only comes from making something slowly, by hand… it only felt right that the mark at its heart began the same way.

The @fieldstead___ &l
Things that make perfect sense to me 🦢
Dining Room Refresh, Vol. 03 — The Design Plan.

Every selection, sourced and detailed. The smoked walnut floating shelves from @mykitchcabinets (which are the focal point of it all), the tonal wall-to-ceiling paint colours I’ve been livi Remember the dining room teaser? Or my continuous references to new shelves for the dining room? Well, the shelves are almost up and the first blog post is live — all the inspiration behind the refresh.

Warmth, texture, dark wood, collected st For a brand that is built on craft over trend, handmade details, honest materials and the character that only comes from making something slowly, by hand… it only felt right that the mark at its heart began the same way.

The @fieldstead___ &l
SLOW STUDIES | No. 001: Scrap Quilting (Part 01)

I’m a woman of many side quests (hi, ADHD) and you know I love starting a series that I may or may not follow through on (also… ADHD), so it was time to make it official and share a bit m
Things that make perfect sense to me 🦢

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