Letters To Lovers: France

Amanda | June 27, 2010

We have not yet met, but I know that once we do, our hearts will be joined forever. I’ve heard you’re very beautiful and full of that magic light that I chase. I dream of  sitting in your cafes watching the world go by and walking your hilly, Montmartre streets with camera in hand. I [...]

Birthday in Polaroids

Amanda | June 24, 2010

Thank you so much for all the beautiful birthday wishes yesterday. I feel truly blessed to receive all the kind love that I did. You touched my heart in ways you’ll never know. The Canadian took me out for a beautiful day after making me breakfast and spoiling me with presents. We were super lucky [...]

Rainbow Polaroid Cameras at Photojojo

Amanda | June 24, 2010

Want to get your hands on a limited edition Rainbow SX-70 OneStep Polaroid Camera? Photojojo to the rescue. The lovely folks from Photojojo have teamed up with The Impossible Project to offer 50 of these bad boys packaged up with 2 packs of sepia toned PX 100 film. The cameras have been fully refurbished by [...]

Summer Plans

Amanda | June 22, 2010

For my first summer in the Northern Hemisphere I plan to: Have my first summer birthday dinner on the patio in the sun (please be kind, sunshine). 34…Egads! Take as many sun flared, warm kissed pictures as I can whether it be with the Polaroids, the Holga, Fisheye or Yashica. Dare to dip my feet [...]

Meeting Old Friends

Amanda | June 18, 2010

I have a friend. I have a friend whom I treasure dearly, not only because she is amazingly talented; not only because she is beautiful inside and out; and not only because she has introduced me to a world of creative opportunities… I treasure her dearly because even though we have been friends for almost [...]

Letters To Lovers: Italia

Amanda | June 15, 2010

Hello, old friend. Remember me? You flirted with me at the top of the Spanish Steps and gave me a kiss at Fontana di Trevi. We held hands in sunny Tuscan fields and danced to O sole mio. I long for your poplars and olive trees. I miss your jolly, fat smiles and creamy gelato [...]

The Pond

Amanda | June 11, 2010

The pond is grand and glamorous with a touch of country charm. Swans glide about the water, while geese fly overhead. Ducklings waddle in and out. Fountains flow in fancy backyards. I can’t even imagine living here. ********* Have a lovely weekend. I plan on getting in some sunshine. Oh, yes.

Artful Blogging on Film

Amanda | June 8, 2010

Yes, I’ve already talked about being published in Artful Blogging, but I wanted to share some pictures I took of my article in the magazine. I didn’t actually have a copy of my own when I shared the news, so it’s pretty awesome to actually have it in my hands. There are some gorgeous other [...]

Being a Stealth Photographer

Amanda | June 7, 2010

Do you see possible awesome photograph options while you’re out and about but don’t have the nerve to shoot them? Do you ever wish that you had more camera courage whilst out in public? Recently one reader asked how I shoot the things I do without getting funny looks. She wanted to know what my [...]

I’m Dreaming

Amanda | June 4, 2010

I’m dreaming of… peaches, plums and nectarines… low light filled evenings outdoors… pink and white peonies… afternoons spent under striped sun umbrellas… meanderings along sandy beaches… smelling and tasting backyard barbecues on summer’s eves… beads a dripping on ice cold drinks… the warmest hugs from the sun… celebration of light… exploring new places on road [...]