Even through five spring seasons of blogging, I'd never once shot in the blooms during Vancouver's cherry blossom season. I think I'd always shied away from it due to particularly high expectations, wanting the photos to do the blossoms' beauty justice. I'd sort of anticipated that, when it finally happened, the shoot would be sunny, warm, and light, capturing the spring season to a tee. That's why I got pretty discouraged when Brian pointed out this lovely location last week and then, shortly …
Archives for April 2015
Khaki and White
I've always preferred shopping by myself. Without having someone else there, I'm free to take my time in slowly browsing, sifting, and meticulously making sure that the fit, fabric, and versatility of a piece make it a worthwhile addition to the closet. One downfall to shopping alone, however, is the lack of an honest second opinion during the process. Even if we know our bodies reasonably well and are more or less aware of what looks good on us, sometimes we just need someone who's truthful - …
To The Beach
Considering I've lived about a 5-minute drive from the beach for most of my life, I'm not really there a whole lot. The beaches here in Vancouver aren't really the most picturesque, and quite frankly being in the sun all day with big crowds just kind of drains me. A few days ago, however, a slightly different light was cast on it: the relatively warm yet just cool enough weather meant that it was basically deserted and perfect for a late afternoon walk. This year so far has been pretty marked …