b&w desert portraits.

Black and white portraits of the lovely Miss Kelsey back from our trip out to the desert terrain of Kamloops together. This girl is an absolute doll and I could take photos of her all day long - she's seriously a photographer's dream and I adore how these photos turned out - introspective, creative, a little moody, with a splash of drama, and all in all beautiful. 

For the full post, visit my photography page and see some splashes of colour and glory of Kelsey's mustard and chambray outfit. 

wanderlust: mexico city

Folding clothes, checking lists, zipping up suitcases, jumping in the car, waiting in lines, sharing mug shots, walking through security, finding the window seat, taking off, excited chatter, dozing off, poking at mysterious food, filling out customs, the turbulent landing, and then...

Bienvenido! 

I'm in Mexico City with 14 teenagers, 7 other leaders, and so many wonderful, loving, and welcoming locals who embraced us immediately and welcomed us into their lives and families. 

Here's a look into my two week adventure in Huixquilucan and Monte Sion, Mexico serving and being served alongside some incredible souls.

p.s.  ♥ clara

wanderlust: long island, new york

Oh wanderlust... I adore that you led me to the beautiful beaches of Long Island, New York, and yet I hate that I'm never sated and I'm always longing for another adventure as soon as my feet are on home soil. Although my love of travel and adventure often has me feeling restless, on the beaches of Long Island, New York, all I felt was peace and stillness. 

Miles and miles of glorious, white, sandy beach, protected and preserved by the state. 

Who knew that such peace could be found in New York, of all places? 

The stark contrast to Manhattan was stunning - that such natural beauty could exist next to such a thriving metropolis seemed contradictory and out of place, and yet, these photos don't lie. 

I present to you, part one of my New York adventures...