Exploring Independence Pass, Colorado: A Gateway to the Rockies’ Majesty Independence Pass is one of Colorado’s most scenic mountain routes, a high-altitude passage with panoramic views, rugged alpine beauty, and a sense of wild adventure. Located along Highway 82 between Aspen and Twin Lakes, this seasonal road climbs to a breathtaking 12,095 feet above sea…
Read MoreTwenty Years West: Grand Canyon National Park Twenty years ago, we packed our bags with excitement. It was our first big trip together, chasing open skies, dusty roads, and the kind of quiet only nature can offer. We didn’t have much of an itinerary, just a map folded in the glovebox and a desire to get…
Read MoreA Harvest of Love: An Organic Farmer’s Dream Wedding on Her Own Land There’s something magical about a wedding that’s rooted in intention-where every detail reflects not only love, but a way of life. That was the case for Robyn Calvey, a passionate organic farmer whose dream wedding took place right on the land she…
Read MoreSpring Break in Siesta Key and the Parasailing That Almost Wasn’t Spring break with kids is always an adventure, but for me, this year’s trip came with an unexpected challenge: a brutal case of food poisoning, courtesy of a seemingly innocent plate of ahi tuna. Let’s set the scene: a sunny beach, the sound of…
Read MoreElkhart Lake at Dawn: A Solitary Stroll The town of Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, still sleeps as I step onto its quiet streets with a camera in hand. In these early hours, a hush makes the world feel untouched, as if I’m walking through a painting that hasn’t quite dried. I wander the historic streets and…
Read MoreNestled within the serene landscapes of northwestern Wisconsin lies Canoe Bay. Canoe Bay is a sanctuary that epitomizes tranquility and refined luxury. As a distinguished member of the Relais & Châteaux collection, this 300-acre estate offers an intimate retreat designed exclusively for couples seeking respite from the demands of daily life. Culinary Delights Rooted in…
Read MoreEager for a change of scenery, I pack up my camera bag and head to Nashville-not for relief, but for inspiration. The moment I stepped out of the Uber, the heat wrapped around me. It’s mid-August and somehow the humidity is worse than Wisconsin. But the Nashville humidity isn’t the only thing consuming the air. …
Read MoreA Different Kind of Florida Photography Some photographers chase golden-hour horizons and postcard-perfect beaches. But that was never my goal. The truth is, I never considered myself a landscape artist because I never set out to capture the grandeur of nature in its obvious forms. Yet, every time I travel to Florida, something remarkable happens.…
Read MoreStudio L Curated Art of the Five Elements for Energy Acupuncture & Wellness. Creating art that embodies the five elements allows us to craft meaningful, visually captivating pieces that transform walls into reflections of nature’s balance. Whether we focus on one or all five elements-Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Space-the result is a harmonious blend…
Read MoreMuir Woods National Monument: The Final Stop During a Solo Adventure up the Pacific Coast of California The tires of my car crunched over the gravel as I pulled into the parking lot of Muir Woods National Monument. I cut the engine and sat still, listening to the hush of the towering redwoods beyond the…
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