Only twelve rooms and suites make up Cour Des Vosges hotel in Paris and we were lucky enough to stay in one of them. The luxury 17th-century residence at 19 place des Vosges lies in Le Marais, a hotspot with extraordinary cafes, art galleries, and some of the best shopping in the world. Place DesContinue reading “Cour Des Vosges: Paris, France”
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Last Minute Fourth of July Destinations
Fourth of July is right around the corner. Summer already seems to be flying by, but I am so ready to celebrate the Fourth in Chicago. If you’re scrambling last minute with your holiday plans, check out these five destinations that are perfect for the Fourth. Chicago, Illinois I have always loved summer in Chicago.Continue reading “Last Minute Fourth of July Destinations”
35mm: Pretty Places
Film is fun because it’s versatile. I mostly shoot with a 1978 Nikon FE (manual) and an Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 80 (automatic), both are standard 35mm film cameras. I recently invested in a Contax T2 – specifically for the Carl Zeiss prime lens – if you’re looking for a high performing point-and-shoot, this isContinue reading “35mm: Pretty Places”
35mm: California
Since arriving in San Diego for college, I made it a goal to capture the essence of my four short years. I never really described myself as a photographer because I’m self-taught; I haven’t taken a class about developing film or the mechanics of a camera. I suppose this was purposeful, I didn’t want toContinue reading “35mm: California”
Tulum, Mexico: The Ultimate Guide
Tulum, Mexico is becoming more popular each year. I want to share a recap of my week spent in Tulum, located along the Mexican coast of Quintana Roo. Before I start, I’m intentionally staying away from big, well-known names in Tulum, like Nômade or the Papaya Playa Project, because they’ve already been so exposed. This articleContinue reading “Tulum, Mexico: The Ultimate Guide”
The Masters: Augusta, Georgia
The 86th Masters Tournament hosted at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia was an experience I will never forget. If you ever have the opportunity to attend the Masters, you must. I am extremely grateful I was able to experience this so early into my lifetime. The Masters spans over a week long; theContinue reading “The Masters: Augusta, Georgia”
New York City, New York: Museum Guide
NYC is home to some of the finest museums in the world. Don’t pass up the opportunity to view some of the best traveling and carefully curated exhibitions. I’m lucky to call NYC home and I’m excited to share with you all the museums I frequent when I’m back on the East Coast. MoMA –Continue reading “New York City, New York: Museum Guide”
48 Hours in Fort Worth, Texas
I headed to Fort Worth, Texas this weekend for a very special wedding. Nonetheless, I wanted to highlight my favorite parts of the trip. My sister and I arrived Friday night and checked in to Hotel Drover in Fort Worth’s Stockyards and it did not disappoint. I always love the energy, food and southern charmContinue reading “48 Hours in Fort Worth, Texas”
72 Hours in Chicago’s West Loop
I love going back to Chicago, especially the West Loop which I’ve grown to love more and more each time I visit. Here is everything I did in my 72 hours in Chicago’s West Loop. My first stop, of course, was Au Cheval for lunch. This diner-style bar is home to, in my opinion, theContinue reading “72 Hours in Chicago’s West Loop”
The Rise of Artwear, Featuring Pimp Society by Lisa Fjørtoft
What is “artwear”? I was first introduced to wearable art by my amazing and talented friend Lisa Fjørtoft. In 2016, Lisa founded Pimp Society, an eco-conscious Norwegian company that creates “artwear”, customizable painted pieces that connect art, fashion, and sustainability. Lisa’s mission with Pimp Society is “”to use art to disrupt the resource-intensive fashion industry.Continue reading “The Rise of Artwear, Featuring Pimp Society by Lisa Fjørtoft”
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