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These were taken on a warm, pleasant day in early June. The sweet thing you see down there is named Gracie. I have plenty more pictures of her. She is very photogenic.

I may or may not miss home.

A Gift DIY

The past few days have been utterly chaotic, and for once I don't mind it terribly. Only a little. Since I haven't had the chance to develop any new content in that time, here's something I did just before my major upheaval.

Check it (and a swell little tutorial) out after the jump!

My Week in Instagram

Although I am a devoted film-lover, I will not deny using my iPhone-- even if it feels like cheating-- has its advantages. The one that stands out to me most it convenience. I don't have to develop the film, I don't have to edit it, and I don't have to wait for it. I use Instagram to capture little moments I like the feeling of, whereas with my analog I like to take it with me on bigger occasions. 

Hit the jump to check out their stories!

Some New Things

Here are some new things!

(Five, to be exact)

Mooning Away

A quick round up of pieces I have my eye on.

Check them out after the jump.

Shameless Gush: Don Hertzfeldt

http://bitterfilms.com/

Don Hertzfeldt is one of those whose skills and talents are intimidating. He has an impressive track list, with nearly 200 awards for his brilliant animation. I stumbled upon him by chance, and adored him and his work instantly. His works are funny, heartbreaking, and aesthetically amazing. 

Hit the jump for links to his work and a bit of a bio.

Spoilt

I was spoiled this week. It was lovely.

My best guy treated me wonderfully. He took me out, shopped with me, bought me things. It was a send off to remember, for sure.

I'm going to miss him dearly.

Mini Board: Winter

Call me crazy, but I'm already looking forward to it.

Suddenly, Craft

I DIYed. It was entirely impulsive, and turned about better than expected (even though it is technically still a WIP.)

More pictures and some info below the jump.

Excuse me, sir

Although not nearly as lazy as I would have hoped, today was by no means a bust. While I was out in the garden I spied this gentleman in the pines.

I apologized for getting so intimate with the camera. He was a wonderful model despite my intrusions.

And as further proof my camera must stay at bay if I am to be productive: superfluous macro nature photography. Always my go-to. My weakness, really.

I think I could have a worse go-to.

A Tropical Air

It was raining all day. Went out to lunch with Rache, talked about futures and all. It was nice.

I hope it rains again tomorrow, so I can really take advantage of it. I've nothing to do tomorrow, so some simple plans for my last week of home are creeping up on me. Cuddling up with a book and lots of blankets, and maybe going on a trip to the woods for some photos. Finally making a small bunting for my dorm.

Sounds lovely to me.

Auburn Hair for Autumn

Yesterday I dyed my hair. Copper color. I like it. It feels very good for fall.

I went dorm shopping today. Everything on the subject of college has pretty much already been said. I doubt I could be poignant enough to note. All I can really say is how vexing the utter inevitability has become.

I'm surrounded by an event I have become completely in denial of. I don't want it yet.

I could live in August forever.

I wish I wish I wish

I found a beautiful circle of people the other day. It started when I came across Annemarie Schwarzenbach, a stunning Swiss androgynous beauty, who wrote and photographed. My dream woman, essentially. I mean, just look at her:

Here she sits with Ella Mailart
 If she looks gaunt, it's because she was addicted to morphine throughout much of her life.
 Her outer fragility only aggrandizes her inner strength.

 

 After falling in love with her, I discovered Carson McCullers, an American writer who also fell in love with Annemarie. 

And from there I learned of the Mann family, with whom she was very close throughout her life, Erika and Klaus in particular.

 Her works were written in German, and only a sparse few were translated into English. I want to read them all.

 Her life was a wonder to read. I highly recommend it.

Beginning

I don't expect anyone to read this. Of course, it would be lovely if someone were to stumble upon this and end up enjoying it. But it's not expected. At least not yet, not for a while. I don't know for certain what will be post here. Just things I want to share or have a memory of I suppose.

I hope someone enjoys it.

-Q