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A Seaside Adventure

A summer spent kayaking on the seas of Southeastern Alaska where time is ruled by the tide and wildlife appears in abundance

Explore, NatureJackie KennyFebruary 26, 2019explore, nature, Alaska, sea, kayak, kayakaing, WWOOF, volunteer, wildlife, whales, plants, ocean, sky, solitude, light, love, path, creatures, water, views, island, peninsula, wild, berries, beach, sand, boat, fish

The Pull of Provincial France

A travel essay recounting time spent exploring the French countryside and indulging in fine European cuisine

Explore, WorldElisabeth FondellFebruary 12, 2019explore, world, rural, France, French, food, countryside, farming, cows, garden, market, cooking, picnic, party, travel, world travel, Europe

The Muse

A husband and wife team works together both behind and in front of the camera to create stunning avant-garde photographs

Create, PhotographyLuke & Mandy WoodfordFebruary 7, 2019create, photographer, photography, photos, husband, wife, team, duo, fashion, muse, nature, painting, Europe, photo essay, clothing, black and white, color, glamour, high fashion, image, collaboration

The Wisdom of Squirrels

Learning from nature and the other creatures who inhabit it to build a more sustainable life

Grow, SelfWalker PowellJanuary 25, 2019grow, self, essay, nature, squirrels, trees, maple tree, syrup, sustainable, life, mother earth, mother nature, religion, Native American, weather, spring, animals, wildlife, forest, food

To Remember Clouds

Fiction by Trevor Eichenberger

Create, WritingTrevor Eichenberger January 17, 2019create, writing, short story, short fiction, speculative fiction, magical realism, relationships, man, clouds, body, touch, park, dreams, dreamer, love, inside jokes, letting go

Long Beach, Washington

A road trip to Long Beach, Washington forces one traveler to think about why it’s important to leave our own cities, for the chance to explore another

Explore, CityTomm McCarthyJanuary 10, 2019explore, city, airport, travel, tourist, beach, ocean, sea, pacific northwest, washington, oregon, waves, seafood, long beach, astoria, road trip, lighthouse, cape, landscapes, cities

Urban Discoveries

While wandering around bustling urban areas, Dusan Ljepoja captures arresting images that showcase one-of-a-kind design

Grow, DesignDusan LjepojaDecember 23, 2018grow, design, photography, travel photography, architecture, building, interiors, interior design, colors, Europe, London, hobby, wandering, photographs, photographer, facade, structure, urban, city, cityscapes

Down the Color Hole

Mixed media artist Natalie Ciccoricco uses embroidery thread and found images to weave together new narratives on paper

Create, ArtNatalie CiccoriccoDecember 12, 2018create, art, artist, mixed media, collage, embroidery, thread, photographs, Americana, West Coast, found images, old photos, black and white, film noir, vehicles, butterflies

Moscow

A winter trip to Moscow reveals a gorgeous city that thrives in the cold, with surprises found at every corner

Explore, CityWilliam FleesonDecember 6, 2018moscow, russia, eastern europe, travel, travel essay, solo travel, russian, winter, snow, city, cityscape, city detail, tourist, American, government, culture, museums

In Pursuit of Solitude

A writer spends six weeks in New Zealand working on her first novel, disconnecting from the digital world to embrace the natural one

Explore, WorldUttama PatelNovember 15, 2018explore, world, writing, novel, solitude, fiction, writer, nature, New Zealand, Pacific Ocean, natural, alone, lonely, loneliness, world travel, relationships, distance, solo, solo travel

Instagram Feature: 0mar_ro

Hobby photographer Omar Rosales shares images of famous landmarks and cozy corners from his explorations around the world

Create, PhotographyOmar RosalesNovember 9, 2018create, photography, travel, travel photography, avid traveler, cozy, europe, california, mexico, instagram, photos, hobby, color

A Philosophy of Pixels

An essay that considers what it means to break down parts of the whole, and how each individual segment matters when creating something new

Grow, SocietyRyan NegriniNovember 2, 2018grow, society, television, people, pixels, family, families, alcohol, gathering, politics, art, parts, whole, philosophy, screens, lights, artist, form

On Tuscany’s Operatic Magic

A personal essay on traveling solo that argues sometimes seeking answers while journeying alone is not always the right solution

Grow, SelfChris MooreOctober 24, 2018grow, self, personal essay, travel essay, solo travel, solo trip, world travel, Tuscany, Italy, Europe, relationships, Into the Wild, Ireland, love, self-reflection

Hiking the Himalayas

One hiker reflects on the atmosphere around her while trekking up some of the highest mountains on the planet

Explore, NatureJasmine HanleyOctober 17, 2018explore, nature, himalayas, asia, mountains, mountain, hiking, mountain views, India, female hikers, nature photography, reflection, glaciers, snowy peaks, Nepal

Documenting Architecture

Photographer Sean Davidson captures architecture’s various forms, compositions, and patterns around the city

The Hand & Other Poems

Poetry by Eric P. Tuazon / Collages by Nat Girsberger

Create, WritingEric P. TuazonOctober 4, 2018create, writing, poetry, poet, poems, creative writing, artist, collages, colors, dreams, abstract, retro, bright colors, artwork, visceral

Chasing Light

Landscape photographer Irjaliina Paavonpera captures stunning natural images with her camera, evoking the inner adventurer in us all

Create, PhotographyIrjaliina PaavonperaSeptember 25, 2018create, photography, photographer, nature photography, travel photography, landscapes, nature, outdoor enthusiast, outdoors, lighting, daylight, mountains, world travel, beaches, ocean, peaks

Drawing Animals

Artist and illustrator Alexander Landerman shares a collection of his stunning black-and-white animal portraits

Create, ArtAlexander LandermanSeptember 17, 2018create, art, animals, animal, drawing, illustrating, illustrator, illustration, illustrations, black and white, ink, charcoal, letterpress, nature, wildlife, wild, wolves, foxes, rabbitts, deer, wildflowers, birds, artist

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