Tag: photography
bits of inspiration – #97.
I have this reoccurring issue where every time I try to do my holiday shopping for friends and family, all I can seem to find are gifts that I would like to receive. I was searching the internet this week for some unconventional subscription services that might make good presents and came across Papirmass, a subscription model which delivers exclusive art prints by up-and-coming artists to its subscribers. I love how this business seeks to lift up its artists while simulataneously enriching the homes of its subsribers. If I didn’t already own more art than can fit on the walls of my apartment I would absolutely be enrolling myself in this service.
Papirmass also hosts a blog on its website where you can see more work from artists and read about new features to the subscription service. Below I’ve included some of my favorite pieces from Papirmass’ December featured artists, Matt Harrison Clough. You can read an interview with the artist here.
image courtesy of Papirmass and Matt Harrison Clough
image courtesy of Papirmass and Matt Harrison Clough
image courtesy of Papirmass and Matt Harrison Clough
image courtesy of Papirmass and Matt Harrison Clough
bits of inspiration – #95.
First December snow in Boston before it turned to rain this morning. Photo credit @brianmcw
bits of inspiration – #94.
If you don’t currently subscribe to Feature Shoot‘s email newsletter you should sign up right now. Last week the site featured a collection of images shot using drone cameras. I personally have mixed opinions about drones. I once lived in an apartment building where one of my neighbors regularly flew his drone just outside the windows of the building and it always made me nervous that he was spying on me. That being said, I’ve recently seen some really incredible photos and videos that have been shot using drone cameras and it’s hard to argue with the beauty of the results. Below are some of my favorites from the Feature Shoot post. Check out the full collection here.
Azurite Pond, 2016, © Michael B. Rasmussen
Image © Tarasov Maxim
Coogee beach, Sydney, Australia, © Aaron and Tom of the Vertical Project
Shortcut, © Robert Work
Image © Zane Isaac
bits of inspiration – #92.
Had to capture this fire red ivy in the Back Bay during my walk home last night..
bits of inspiration – #91.
Boston has had some crazy fog these last few mornings and lots of local photographers have been sharing their photos. This one below from @luvctry is my favorite I’ve seen.
jules besch stationers – truro, ma.
Another post from my most recent visit to Cape Cod. Jules Besch Stationers was formerly located in Wellfleet center, and now occupies a charming cottage-like space in Truro. The shop specializes in all kinds of paper goods including cards, notebooks, calendars and wrapping paper. On the day I visited the owner happened to be hosting his 18th annual afternoon tea which meant there were lots of delicious treats (and tea of course). There are so many beautiful and unique things to see at this store. Sharing some photos of the shop below.
atlantic spice co. – truro, ma.
Visited the Atlantic Spice Co. shop in Truro, Massachusetts for the first time this past weekend. Somehow in over 20 years of visiting the outer cape, I had never made it to this gem. The shop sells every spice imaginable, along with loose-leaf teas, nuts, seeds, botanicals, essential oils, and much more – all at wholesale prices. I would have bought more but their products tend to be sold in pretty large quantities since they are a wholesale retailer. Their prices are really reasonable and they have a great selection. I highly recommend stopping by their store if you find yourself in Truro. And if you can’t make the trip, you can shop their inventory online at their website. Check out some of my photos from the shop below.
bits of inspiration – #88.
While I am an avid HGTV viewer, it was not until recently that I first had the pleasure of watching Island Hunters. If you’re not familiar, it’s basically House Hunters but for people looking to purchase their own private islands. As someone who likes their TV programing to be aspirational, I was instantly addicted. Coincidentally, this week it was announced that a private island in Orleans, Massachusetts has become available to purchase for $12.5M. Sipson Island offers 25 private acres, located in Cape Cod’s Pleasant Bay. It’s location in an area of the Cape where most beachfront land is protected by the National Seashore makes Sipson Island’s listing a particularly rare and valuable opportunity. Check out some of my favorite photos from the listing below.
Photo courtesy of Robert Paul Properties
Photo courtesy of Robert Paul Properties
Photo courtesy of Robert Paul Properties
Photo courtesy of Robert Paul Properties
Photo courtesy of Robert Paul Properties
bits of inspiration – #86.
One of my favorite things about living in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood is the proximity to so many beautiful historic brownstones. Marveling at the facades of these buildings is a true pastime of mine so naturally I was very excited when Boston Magazine published an article this week profiling one of the artisans of these homes. Trained as a cabinet and furniture maker, John Carlton transitioned to making and restoring historic doors in 2005. Carlton’s one-man shop, Historic Door Corporation, has been inundated with requests ever since. I loved reading about his love for his craft and the efforts Carlton takes to insure that every door he creates is historically accurate to the home it adorns. I’ve collected some of my favorite examples from Historic Door’s portfolio below and I’d encourage everyone to read the full profile from Boston Magazine.
All photos courtesy of Historic Door Corporation
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