Heading south from Rome is a beautiful medieval village, Anagni. We only stayed for a night but I would love to go back and explore. It seems that the more unprepared you are and the more you don't know about a place, the more it can surprise you and exceed your expectations! Having stumbled onto our accomodation at Le Stanze del Duomo, we were completely bowled over by the beauty of the space, the views that greeted us in the morning, and an unforgettable dinner served by a mother and daughter who spoke no words of english, yet somehow through the food and wine we understood each other perfectly!

Le Stanze del Duomo

“The best people possess a feeling for beauty, the courage to take risks, the discipline to tell the truth, the capacity for sacrifice. Ironically, their virtues make them vulnerable; they are often wounded, sometimes destroyed.” 

- Ernest Hemingway

On the first Sunday of the month the Jesus Pobre farmers market on the Costa Blanca merges with the local antiques market. Spanish markets have an atmosphere that you could eat with a spoon. The usual warm, sunny weather bring everyone together in a good mood, and shopping for treasures becomes simply a by product of simply being there and enjoying yourself. I often come home empty handed but our hearts are full, whether it's from puppies that are being offered to you for free (yes really!) or the sweet older gentleman telling you stories about his wares.

Styling and shooting stills in our studio makes me happy whether it's for a client, or just for myself.

It's been a summer full of traveling for weddings and for joy! Finally some time at home to go over some of the photos. Menaggio and Bellagio were beautiful, though we weren't prepared for the cold and the rain within the first 2 days, having packed about 3 bikinis, yet missing key items like long trousers or warm sweaters.

The last day more than made up for it with a refreshing swim in the lake as well as a chilled glass of prosecco in what seemed to be about the only place not charging a cover for the patio. And it was right on the lake! I was in heaven. It's the little things.

A few days in London working on shoots and catching up with friends. It's so nice to be back as a visitor after living here for a few years.

Styling shoots and reveling in the summer light. the pastel colors come at you from every angle.

Making homemade lemonade at home is simple and deliciously rewarding. Try it!

• 1  cup fresh lemon juice (approx 8 lemons)
• 1/2  cup superfine sugar
• 2 cups water

Rainy mornings in Spain call for a hot mug of coffee and preparations for a day of baking.

“The cure for anything is salt water - tears, sweat, or the sea. 

-Isak Dinesen

“Home is the nicest word there is.”
― Laura Ingalls Wilder

we must bring
our own light
to the
darkness.

-Charles Bukowski

In England my aunt has a home that feels like a gallery. Stylish corners filled with paintings and sculptures, the eye always catches something new. I love coming here to visit, I always leave feeling inspired and fulfilled.

On Tuesdays in Jalon on the Costa Blanca, fresh vegetables from the lovely vendors, and a cold beer in the narrow streets. La buena vida.