I have always been fascinated by photography. I have spent countless hours studying photographs of people, while considering the angles, the lighting, and the editing the photographer used. I love the fact that photography has the amazing ability to transport us to a different time, or place with one single shot.
It was not until I started blogging that I decided to take photography more seriously. With camera in hand, I started experimenting with photographs of my apartment, of friends, and family. It was after experimenting in this way that I realized my passion for photography. I have no formal training or background in this field, but I realize that passion can open your eyes to the impossible, so not only did I invest in the proper equipment I also spent the necessary time to learn everything I could to enhance the skill it takes to be proficient with this passion.
I enjoy, and appreciate the opportunity to photograph bloggers, couples, influencers who make an impact in their profession, families, and also lifestyle type setting. I take an individual approach to each person I photograph. I make every effort to embrace and highlight the focus of what they are trying to convey to their audience with each session.
I look forward to working together and capturing the potential magnificence of your moments through my eyes and the lens of my camera.
I get really bored with decor easily. Especially in my office. Since I spend most of my days sitting at my desk I always feel the need to change things up a bit. For what seams like a lifetime I have had the same Celine art hanging behind my desk. I actually made the artwork from tissue paper which came with a bag I bought so I really love it. However, when something is hanging for too long I tend to get bored with it. I also wanted a way to display items that I do or don’t wear frequently. Combining the two needs – I got my “hanging wall”. It is such an easy change (only takes a few nails) and it completely revamps the dynamics of the office – which I needed! I can interchange the products on the wall so I am constantly getting change, which I love. While I am still working on the correct dimensions of where everything should be hung, I am quite happy with the progress! Instead of waking up, coffee in hand, and walking into an office I have sat at hundreds of times, I now feel like I am in a totally different room. A small change, but a might one!
As promised this year on STTS there will be more lifestyle posts. And where better to start than the master bedroom? I must admit this makes me a bit nervous. Have you ever said you were going to do something and when the time comes and you regret your decision because it is completely outside of your comfort zone? That is what is happening to me now! I have shared personal pictures in the past, from my wedding and even my home, but something about opening up my bedroom for the world to judge absolutely terrifies me. So be kind! Just kidding… but not really.
My master is a work in progress. Master bedrooms are suppose to be warm, cozy – your sanctuary. Let me be honest, ours is a work in progress. Our master is very large which makes the “warm and cozy” part very difficult. It has taken over a year and a half to get the bedroom to the point it is now and I still have a lot more ideas. However, the progress is positive. Taking a large room and filling the spaces without over cluttering can be a challenge. I moved into the house after my husband had furnished it and while he did an amazing job it is the accessories that we have accumulated which pull it all together. His style is modern, minimalist, and clean so taking that “canvas” and turning it into a warm and cozy space has had its fair share of challenges. He has been extremely helpful and encouraging through the process but having no interior decorating background, the “trial and error” can make even the calmest person annoyed. However, there is one thing you can always count on to make a bedroom more enjoyable – the bedding.
Biscuit Bedding is just about my favorite place in the world! Their unique and original designs pack a punch without going overboard. Not only are they incredibly badass but they are also extremely soft! The hubs and I are completely smitten. Another item I just added, as in a few days ago, were the pictures hanging above our bed. I hate having photos of me and the hubs everywhere. It just feels weird to look around and see yourself every where. However, the hubs always asked why we didn’t have one photo of us, so for Christmas that is one of the things he received – framed photos of us on our travels. I knew I wanted them to fill the empty space above our bed so it was a win/win for the both of us. I have actually held off filling that space for almost two years now because I am dying to put a neon sign spelling out, “oui oui,” above it but I haven’t been able to find the right people to make it. So until then photos it is! I actually really like them as they add the perfect personal touch to the room and fill the space very cleanly.
Overall I am quite pleased. I do have a few more things I am dying to do but the one thing I have learned about interior decorating, it is a slow process. Cheers to the process!
I am one of those people who really thinks about my Instagram snaps. Not that it totally dictates what I post but I like to take time to make sure I get a good snap. I love photography and can literally get lost on accounts where the editing is cohesive, you can tell they spent time getting the right angle, and they always have a wide variety of locations. I am still working on growing my photography knowledge and skills (something I am dedicating 2015 to) for the blog, but I am always amazed at what people can do with an iphone and editing app. And sometimes, I even surprise myself with my snaps!
I don’t always post everything to my blog but am wildly consistent on Instagram. So if you can’t find me updated here, you know where to find me! @sothentheysayblog
Check out my latest Insta posts below…
1. a cup of coffee at Selfridges with my love and a shot of Albert Bridge in London (one of my favorite spots to visit)
2. Walking the streets of Chelsea, London and finding excellent contrast via black-and-white buildings in London
3. Wearing my new favorite Elephant necklace and sharing my excitement that the hubs joined me in London
4. The new and very improved Sketch restaurant in London (must see) and wearing one of my favorite color combos – all white
5. Showing my new favorite Zara coat and stealing kisses in Hyde Park
6. My favorite Zara hat and a beautifully coordinated door in London
7. Follow my travel # to find more beautiful buildings like this (#sttstravels) and taking in the childlike spirit of children playing in London
8. The best sushi in Dallas – Oishii and sharing a yummy cup of espresso in the clouds
9. Sharing my Texas style guest bedroom decor and AGIC magical bed in London
