S E A L I O N S

This week has been an incredible one so far, and I couldn't be more grateful to those who contributed to it. My mother, my friends, and even Jack White himself made the week of my 20th birthday one to remember forever. I had the chance to record myself singing on vinyl in Nashville at Third Man, and on Monday, I met up with some amazing local musicians here in Atlanta. My friend Jason (www.jasontravisphoto.com/) introduced me to his band, Sealions, and we happened to run into a perfect sundown that evening. All photos were taken at The Goat Farm on the west side of Atlanta.

Walkabout

I had the pleasure of meeting (and snapping some photos) with Jason Travis, a photographer / designer also based in Atlanta, GA. Find his work here: jasontravisphoto.com and here: vimeo.com/jtrav.

PlAy DaTE

Film from Belgium

Film. There's no surprise like the one in a little metal canister.

The feeling when I finally see the results of my work from months before is never less than astounding. These photos were taken in Bruges, Belgium around September 2012. A group of friends and I took a train from Brussels to Bruges, and were lucky enough to spend a sunny, windy day in one of Belgium's most beautiful little towns. Everything is a relaxed walking (or biking) distance from eachother, with gigantic cathedrals, little antique shops, and some of the most delicious food I've ever had. Bruges - the little spot on the map NW of Brussels, is decidedly my favorite city in Belgium. 

WINTER with LAUREN O'BRIEN

Some work I did with a lovely Irish model in Brussels. I'm forever amazed at her beauty - it's as if her DNA is lined up flawlessly.

It's getting quite cold outside in Belgium - the beginning of winter has brought a cloud that blankets the region in grey most of the time, and puddles are starting to break like glass. No snow yet, just sharp wind and freezing rain. I try to force myself outside as much as I can, even though I'd rather stay inside with some tea and a book. Though the weather can be harsh and uncomfortable, taking my cameras out is letting me enjoy my last few weeks on this beautiful continent. It's been the quickest five months of my life, and certainly the most educational, inspiring, and touching experiences I'll ever have. I know this city like home now, and I feel so powerful knowing that I can come back and know my way around. I'm excited to get back to Atlanta, see friends, and enjoy a nicer climate where the sun isn't always hiding, but it will be difficult to leave Europe without knowing when I'll be back. But I know that time will come. I'm connected to the earth here, and even though my blood is in more than one city, Brussels is forever dear to my heart.

LA BOTANIQUE, BRUSSELS with SIMONA TOMASEKOVA