unruly things

I quite like these pillows. they seem like they’d invite long hours of relaxing if they were strewn about on my couch.
{via e soule, from jill bent}
{by the way, the poppytalk holiday themed market is filled with fantastic things.}

I decided to go ahead and update my shop with some more of the collection calendars. this might be the last update, so act quickly if you’re interested in a calendar!
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the next shop update will not include calendars, but will have some holiday cards, gift tags and more! look for these in the shop next Tuesday, November 25.

{from zue lei, via design for mankind}

lately I’ve been incredibly drawn to pretty things like lace adorned sweaters, soft ruffles and crocheted accessories. I love love love these pretty coasters from the Simply Photo Winter Wonders Shop.
{from simply photo}

as promised, here’s what I’ve been up to:
I’ve just finished shooting the Winter 08/09 collection for Vain and Vapid. it was SUCH an incredible experience. a few months ago, after completing a set of custom garment tags for Julie, the talented designer behind Vain and Vapid, I proposed the idea of shooting her next collection. despite being half way around the world from each other, we collaborated to shoot the Winter 08/09 collection.
after multiple emails back and forth, patiently waiting beside my mailbox for packages with new garments, planning the location for each outfit, and braving the rain that is oh so typical of Portland, I am so SO pleased with the outcome.
the model and friend of mine, Leslie Butler, did an amazing job. she’s a natural behind the camera and surprised me when we began our first shot in the lobby of the Ace Hotel. despite being nervous, she rocked it. and the photos show.
Julie is an amazing gal with a lot of talent. first up in her shop tomorrow will be a few of the Rivington dresses. check out Julie’s blog for updates. there are more garment shots to come, so stay tuned!

and thank you Julie for the amazing opportunity!!!
{from top to bottom: Rivington Dress, Crosby Dress, Harrison Skirt}

I’m absolutely delighted:
that today is Friday. it’s a great day.

I’m off to complete the final shot for the photoshoot this afternoon. it’s a really great one, and of course, I’ve saved the best for last. I’m planning to share with you on Monday what I’ve been up to with this shoot. I’m excited, and hope you are too!
many of you have asked when I’ll be restocking my calendar, and I hadn’t planned on doing a shop update until November 24, but I’m going to push it up to next Thursday, November 20. I’ve got a big surprise planned for the update. something I’ve been working on and I’m really really excited about it. so I hope to see you there.

until then friends, have a great weekend!!
{from allie pasquier}

today’s photographer spotlight is one of my favorites. Jennifer Causey, of Simply Photo, has a fantastic ability of capturing light. her work is so vibrant and cheerful. I first fell in love with her blog, Simply Breakfast. breakfast is my favorite meal, however I rarely have time to indulge in breakfast during the week. usually sticking to boring oatmeal, I tune in to drool over Jennifer’s delightful breakfasts each day. her shop is stocked with beautiful photos and her blog is always an inspiration. thank you, Jennifer, for letting us indulge today!

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what first sparked your interest in photography:
I don’t actually remember. I think it was a friend of mine in college. She started taking photo classes for fun and I decided to join in.
what was your first camera:
I know I had some sort of polariod camera growing up, but the first camera I remember really shooting with was a minolta slr. i’m not sure of the model.favorite thing to photograph:
food. definatley food. and things.favorite artist/photographer:
there are so many. i love sally mann, robert frank and harry callahan. and i love the contemporary work of laura letinsky.most memorable advice you’ve been given:
shoot a lot. shoot what you love.advice you’d give starting or aspiring photographers:
go for it. keep your eyes open. notice the things around you.favorite color:
emerald green and the color of wheat.if you could eat only one thing:
bread.something you can’t live without:
of course, my camera. and my family.on repeat from your headphones:
i’m amazed by my morning jacket.what inspires you:
so many things. nature and how different it is with each season and depending on where you are in the world. food and how beautiful it is in it’s raw form.

a friend of mine is looking for make up artists and hair stylists interested in building their portfolio with a fun fashion photoshoot this Thursday. if you are interested or know anyone who might be, please let me know! thank you!
{from .ultraviolett}