missing brighton

I read through my old London journal today. I'm so happy I kept one while I was abroad. It was wonderful to relive those experiences for an afternoon. One of my favorite days, which I don't think I ever shared, was my trip to Brighton Beach. I took a train down in the morning and spent the whole day wondering the beach, the pier, and through the town. It was the most romantic day and I so wish I could go back. Just for another day.

the farm

We

Visited the farm where we get our veggies from (the ones we can't grow on our balcony). It was a magical, chilly morning. We befriended a giant dog, fell in love with a house, and I discovered I'm mildly afraid of chickens. Also, I want to own land and grow things.

Bags of veggies for all:

calming

My current roommate is on her way out. Literally, everything is gone but the bed frame. The kitchen has been emptied (by half), the hall closet is bare, her door is empty of crayon drawings (from kids she babysits), and the living light is gone. Last week I graduated--no more Marymount for me. I no longer identify as a college student. I work a job now that will have to pay rent, electric, wireless, and food. Everything is different.

So today, we need calm.

I'm in state of constant flux. I bounce between "freedom! freedom! time to focus on photography and cooking and vintage selling and the future" and "i'm frozen! how do I deal when all my structure has vanished with the delivery of a diploma." I'm in a post-graduation funk. Hopefully I will kick my way out of it soon. I'm focusing on kicking ass in sales, editing photos, growing tomatoes, and cleaning my room.

heat lightening

We sat out on the balcony in the heat and felt the storm come closer. We could feel the electricity in the air before the first shot rang out. From the heavens to our earth, light connecting us. For God so loved the world. We sat on the balcony, cold beers sweating, watching the heat crackle. The lightening grew. Single strands then strands of two and three. We knew were were safe. Untouched by the far off raging storm.

white out

Last week, Boyfriend and I went shark tooth hunting. We drove two hours (he drove, I slept) to meet his Mom for a day of coming the beach for treasures. It was warm and a little windy, perfect. I like the bleached out quality of these photos but I took some others where the blue of the water (the Potomac River) is crisp. I also took some film photos, which will one day be developed.

the blacks and the whites

I spent Saturday night drinkin' a 40oz and editing some of my favorite photos. I turned these five black and white just to see how they'd hold up. I have to say I like them. The fourth is my favorite but I think the first and third are the strongest technically. The fifth is my favorite photo I've ever taken and while it's has strong contrast I really miss the colours.

What do you think?

Northern England

I'd rather be here. Please.

peak blossoms

Yesterday, I was lucky enough to have the time to head down to DC and take in the blossoms. A friend and I walked around the tidal basin and shot the beautiful blossoms. One of the good things about hanging out with other photogs is they understand the need to pause and take the same photo over and over--anything for the shot!

It was SO cold, even though it looks like spring. My hands were numb! It was worth it for the photos and the fun afternoon! These are my favorite photos but I may upload some more later.

lomo lomo lomo

Almost two years ago the Boyfriend and I went to VA Beach for a long weekend. I had just purchased the Diana F+ Lomography camera from Urban (lovingly called Lady Di) and I took her along. I just (like yesterday) had the film developed. Unfortunately only two photos came out! I think a lot of that has to do with my inexperience inserting and removing the film. Oops. I'll have to try again some time soon. Boyfriend and I are planning another beach trip for this October; hopefully by then I'll have better lomo-skills!

If you have any advice I'd love to hear it!

downtown

My photography adventure took me to the National Mall. I spent a few hours walking back and forth between the Washington Monument and the Capital taking photos of the wonderful snow.



I love the light through the trees and the odd reflection in this instillation at the mini-sculpture garden.



I was there for long enough to see the sunset, which was beautiful! I love a good sunset.

thundersnow

Last week, Arlington was hit with an awesome snow storm that came with its very own thunder and lightening! Apparently that is unusual because my facebook feed was filled with "thundersnow" statuses. I like the term a lot.

I spent the storm laying low in my apartment, drinking wine, and taking photos off my balcony. The first photo was taken around 6 pm. It was so foggy that I could barely make out the highway that runs 14 stories below my little home. Luckily my neighbors turned their fairy lights on so I could enjoy the snow with some lighting! I adore fairy lights. I want to hang some up in my room but I have no idea where to buy them when it's not Christmas. Does anyone know?

no school till ten

I don't have internet in my apartment and for some reason Boyfriend's computer won't let me upload photos to flickr. No fair. This explains both the lack of posts and the minuscule photos. My Dad lent me his SLR and all the lenses that go with it so I will, hopefully soon, but uploading some film photos. My schedule this semester is really sweet and I have lots of days free for adventing and photography.

This morning I woke up to an iced over balcony. Even in the late afternoon the trees and leaves were still coated in pretty ice crystals.

Update: Flickr now lets me upload photos using the basic uploader. It takes longer but at least my photos are nicely sized :)