Scala Contarini del Bovolo is the most famous staircase in Venice and translates to “Staircase of the Snail” in reference to it’s spiral shape. The palazzo is hidden away in…
Libreria Acqua Alta in Venice
“I have always imagined paradise will be a kind of library.” (Jorge Luis Borges) Libreria Acqua Alta has been on my Venice bucketlist for awhile. As the daughter of a…
A Visit to the Island of Burano, Italy
“Color is a power which directly influences the soul.” (Wassily Kandinsky) I may have a penchant for neutral-hued fashion, but the colorful island of Burano’s charm was enough to melt…
Where to Stay in Venice: Al Theatro Palace
“When I seek another word for music, I never find any other word than Venice.” (Friedrich Nietzsche) Still jet-lagged after the return flight from Venice, I couldn’t wait to share…
Austin Motel: A Retro Gem from Bunkhouse
I could not contain my excitement when our friends told us they would be having their wedding reception in Austin, because I’d been dying to stay at the newly renovated…
A Photographer’s Guide to Marfa
The idea for this new blog series came about accidentally. When I initially booked our trip to Marfa, I envisioned doing an elaborate city guide… where to stay, shop, eat,…