I love the feeling of this library area, it is exposed to the fresh air and sunlight. It seems like the perfect spot to relax and read. I also love the way that the books are stacked in disarray like there are just too many to organize.
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Showing posts with label books. Show all posts
Darryl Carter... love..
I don't know how I missed it... Darryl Carter is having a Tastemaker Sale on OKL today!! I am dying over the chaise... and I think I will pick up a copy of his book that is signed too!! If you have a chance check it out there are some really wonderful pieces still available.
Neutrals with One Kings Lane
One Kings Lane is currently running a color event. Of course my favorites are the neutrals.. There are some great pieces here to get you going on a space with grey accents. I am loving the sofa and the rug a little too much I think! If you just want to add a touch of my favorite neutral I am thinking you need these patent leather bound books..
images via One Kings Lane
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Vintage by Nina Book {giveaway}
I am very excited to offer this beautiful book to TWO of my lovely readers!
I am sure that you have visited her blog and have seen the images floating around the internet, how amazing would it be to own a copy of Vintage by Nina. This book is printed currently in Norwegian and this fall we are expecting it in English, so you can read all about the lovely vintage treasures.
Each image captures her beautiful mix of texture and patina beautifully.
" This book is one that we are sure will transcend time and design styles, and in our opinion its sui generi; unique, fresh, bold at times and yet feminine, clean. The book contains 160 beautiful and provocative pages which inspire dreams in its readers and invokes the interior design muse of those who leaf through its pages."
Currently you can pre-order the book in English at the greige shop and if you are interested in purchasing the book for resale you can contact the Boys at Atelier de Campagne to get your supply! Please email them at infoatelierdc@gmail.com for more information.
To enter to win please visit the shop and leave a comment below letting us know your favorite. For an additional chance to win tweet about our giveaway (it's easy just hit the tweet button below) or post about the giveaway on facebook and leave a second and/or third comment! As always we would love to have you as a follower here on the blog too! Our winner will be chosen at random Saturday the 16th.
In the Garden by Stacy Bass
A little while ago I was lucky enough to receive a copy of Stacy Bass's beautiful book In the Garden and when I was given the opportunity to ask Stacy a few questions about the book and her work I was so excited!
I love that the first few gardens are photographed with a heavy layer of mist in the book. What time of day do you find has the best misty light?
I prefer to shoot at dawn—and usually begin about 30 minutes before “official” sunrise and I shoot for as long as the light allows. Summer months, and especially hot and humid days, are wonderful for that misty/foggy effect.
What is your favorite time of day to photograph outside? What about inside?
Again, either dawn or dusk are best for outdoors—you avoid the harsh shadows of the middle of the day and are more likely to get a clean and even exposure. For shooting indoors, really any time of day works! And I do try to use natural light for my interiors as often as possible.
You have many close detail photos of various flowers, I love them. Which do you prefer to photograph- overall spaces or the details?
You have many close detail photos of various flowers, I love them. Which do you prefer to photograph- overall spaces or the details?
Thank you! I really love to shoot the close detail shots, it feels very intimate and in many ways, creates a challenge to frame the details in just the right way for maximum impact. That said, shooting the overall scope or space of a garden feels painterly and is very calming. I love trying to capture the feeling of a garden and really set the stage to explore what’s inside.
I love all of the different types of hydrangea that are included, it is my favorite flower. Do you have a favorite?
I love all of the different types of hydrangea that are included, it is my favorite flower. Do you have a favorite?
I am partial to hydrangea, too! I love how they are lush and bold but also delicate and I LOVE the colors they come in. I also love shooting lilies and irises—any flowers with bold color and a really strong shape and defined lines. It helps make for a great image. And I am slightly obsessed by the smell of lilacs and honeysuckle, though not my favorite to photograph.
How does your photography influence your daily life with family? Do you photograph at home too?
How does your photography influence your daily life with family? Do you photograph at home too?
I think being a photographer is the perfect job for me, really. And being able to freelance is the right fit for my family as I can be with my kids as often as possible and yet still schedule shooting time when they are in school or away at camp. I think it’s a great thing to pursue a creative career and I love that my kids know that their Mom works. I think they feel really proud to see my work out in the world.
You also work as an interiors photographer, can we look forward to a book featuring interior photography as well?
You also work as an interiors photographer, can we look forward to a book featuring interior photography as well?
Good question! I’d LOVE to do a book of interiors and have been thinking what the best way might be to approach that. Since interiors books are usually works by one designer with images by lots of photographers, I’d have to have a more thematic approach like…waterside homes or……feel free to make a suggestion…..!
How does your work with exterior and interior photography influence your own home and garden?
How does your work with exterior and interior photography influence your own home and garden?
DRAMATICALLY! We re-designed the interiors of our home about 2 years ago and the direction and tone of the project was surely influenced by my favorite assignments and what I see when I shoot. Similarly, we are just completing a garden project and I sent the landscape designer images from my garden shoots for inspiration and even in some cases, to select specific flowers to include. It was so helpful.
Have you always lived on the East Coast?
Have you always lived on the East Coast?
Yes. I was raised in Connecticut and lived in New York City for 12 years during college, law school, and early work.
What is your camera/lens of choice?
What is your camera/lens of choice?
For exterior and garden shoots, I shoot with a NIKON D3 35mm DSLR with a zoom lens. I have always been a Nikon girl—inherited that my Dad who had lots of Nikon (film) cameras. I have to work quickly, so I try to use a lens that gives me maximum flexibility and won’t require me to change lenses too frequently. I also shoot with a 60mm macro lens for my close up work. For interiors, I use a Phase One medium format digital camera with a series of fixed length lenses. It produces gorgeous images with exceptional resolution.
Each garden featured in the book is unique and beautiful. Stacy's ability to capture light and life in these spaces is really amazing. I hope you enjoyed the interview and take a moment to visit her site or pick up a copy of In the Garden.
all images via Stacy Bass
Segreto: Secrets to Finishing Beautiful Interiors
"Explore the breathtaking rooms within and enjoy a multitude of design styles by the bevy of talented interior designers, builders, architects and homeowners that Leslie has been privileged to work with through the years. Segreto: Secrets to Finishing Beautiful Interiors gives you the knowledge of what is available today and the confidence to create an ambiance that best reflects the particular period or design style you desire, by simply applying the right finish." from Segreto.
Black and White (and a bit in between) by Celerie Kemble
I am a firm believer in the use of black in design, I am sure we all know that. I think it gives that classic clean edge that every space needs. I put this book on my Christmas list this year (I am a design book junkie) and I completely LOVE it! I am amazed by how many of the photos in the book I have used here on the blog.
Celerie Kemble did a great job in bringing some great interiors together and she even has a chapter devoted to my sweet grey!! So I have still got to read more of it but I thought I would let you all know that it is a great hard copy of some really great design photos out there with some great content on design itself brought to you in a very down to earth way.
Also, I added a little design library link on the bottom of the blog if you are looking for some great inspiration in hard copy most of my favorites are there!
The Business of Design book signing
Last night I was lucky enough to attend a wonderful book signing for Keith Granet at Molly Wood Garden Design. Molly is the sweetest and we seem to see one another EVERYWHERE! Her shop and offices are in a little house and are so well done- I love it there and always seem to find something special to come home with not to mention she is a fantastic Landscape Designer. I am dying over this vase in the first picture.. must need to go on my Christmas list!
I grabbed a copy of his book a little while back and have only had a chance to read a little bit of it. It was fantastic to hear him speak about design as a business and our industry in general. I definitely need to read it cover to cover because he made so pretty great points about the value of hiring a designer and how we should be letting our clients know this.
Molly and Keith
I think Keith's book is a must have for anyone who is just starting in design or has been working in the field. It is full of great information about Design as a business and why we should treat it as such.
(soo sorry about the picture quality.. just a little point and shoot)
Day Dreaming...
I am day dreaming of a sweet little apartment in the heart of Paris just like this one. Instead of being here enjoying baguettes, cheese and wine, we are taking pictures for our upcoming One Kings Lane sale today. It is amazing how much work goes into a sale. Everyone at OKL is really great and a real joy to work with which is so nice to see in a growing company like theirs.
Wishing you a wonderful day filled with dreams like this little beauty.. I suppose we have to work hard to get to a place like this one, right?
image via the Aestate
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Workspace
This does not seem completely practical for actual work but I like it. The floor is amazing and the lights are very very cool!
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grey in the library..
Can you imagine reading the day away on this yummy sofa with all of these amazing books.. I just need a fire and a tall glass of water to make it all complete. I hope your week is moving along nicely!
image via pinterest
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