City of Angels

A few sunny images from my trip to Los Angeles in September. The ocean was so warm, we could run right into the waves.

Splash

Last summer in Uncle David's pool. 

Year 2 Begins

Today marks the fourth week of my sophomore year in college, and while it feels good to see how quickly and successfully I have accomplished forty-five credits, it is becoming increasingly difficult to be a decade or more older than all of my classmates. I've been walking out of classes feeling frustrated and bored. We do not share the same level of understanding, and so oftentimes the discussions are lacking a certain complexity and maturity that I desire. I am trying to remind myself that it's not their fault I decided to become a student at my age, but nevertheless, I find myself wanting more.

Meanwhile, I am doing an independent study in photography which is helping to fill in where other courses are lacking. I have been working one-on-one with my photo teacher from last quarter, and my time with her has been fulfilling and constructive. My first project was to replicate a photo by another photographer, and then create a response to it. No surprise, I chose to copy a few images by Francesca Woodman. I am pleased with how my interpretation turned out, though Woodman obviously did a much nicer job. I have yet to come up with a response photo that I am excited about, but you can be sure that I'll post it once I do.

Underfoot

Things I've seen on the ground recently.

Rosebuds

Gather ye rose-buds while ye may,

   Old Time is still a-flying;

And this same flower that smiles today

   Tomorrow will be dying.

The glorious lamp of heaven, the sun,

   The higher he’s a-getting,

The sooner will his race be run,

   And nearer he’s to setting.

That age is best which is the first,

   When youth and blood are warmer;

But being spent, the worse, and worst

   Times still succeed the former.

Then be not coy, but use your time,

   And while ye may, go marry;

For having lost but once your prime,

   You may forever tarry.

                   -   ROBERT HERRICK

Cake & Selfies

A few more recent photos I've been spending time with in the dark room. 

I will begin working on my final photo project this weekend and will be exploring a few different themes: minimalism, pattern, reflections and shadows. I'm excited to see what happens!

Constants

Kai, Asher and I still go on imaginary trips to Hawaii, continue to play in tents in the back-yard, and will forever be "goofy grapes" completely. Kai will be five years old soon, and Asher three... How?!

In the last frame, Kai wondered, "There are hearts around us – how does the computer know we love each other?"

Always the sweetest words from this boy.

Some things never change.

Obsessed

Laura Letinsky's still life photography is so rad.

Breakin' / Wishin'

Taking a study break – made a little birthday wish list, just for kicks.

The last year of my twenties is upon me!


1. SkarGorn, #61 Tee (a perfect white t-shirt), 2. Kinfolk, Issue #8,  3. Karen Walker, Helter Skelter sunglasses, 4. Warby Parker, Wheeler sunglasses, 5. Wendy Nichol, Billy Kid Washed Tote 6. Martiniano, Glove Slipper, 7. L'Occitane Pivoine Flora Hand Cream, 8. Dior, Vernis nail polish, 9. Nars, Trouville nail polish, 10. Fresh Sugar Rosé lip balm (the best stuff ever).

Testing

BELL FLOWERS – TEST STRIP OF A PINHOLE PHOTOGRAPH

My morning was spent processing in a dark room – the first time I have ever done this! It is so much fun to work with my hands and create art this way. Rewarding, too. I am really looking forward to shooting a roll of film this weekend and taking it into the lab next week.