tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32545229970270456162024-03-16T13:52:37.879-05:00norococodesign and photographyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.comBlogger708125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-25661971825010142832016-09-21T22:30:00.000-05:002016-09-22T09:49:06.792-05:00Sweet Grass Summer CSA Recap and My Food Photography of this Series Explained<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Earlier this spring, I was determined to cook more at home and started weighing my options between some popular meal kit delivery services and local CSA (Chef Supported Agriculture) programs. The advertised ease of meal kits packaged with original recipes was so tempting, but I felt it was bearing on my conscious and my heart to support more local farmers. Finding the time to cook would be challenging, so anything to motivate me and make it worth my time was welcome.<br />
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I was elated to find that one of my favorite Memphis restaurants would be an answer to essentially everything I was looking for.<br />
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<a name='more'></a>Literally, I signed up the minute I read that Sweet Grass was packaging a <a href="https://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_1976073674"></span>weekly CSA program<span id="goog_1976073675"></span></a> with locally sourced goods and original recipes from Chef Ryan Trimm himself. Batches included vegetables, fruits, cheeses, and even prepared items from the Sweet Grass kitchen. They create their own pickles and meats for the restaurant menu and began including them in the weekly CSA. It was a treat to find thick-cut bacon, sausages, or pastrami to prepare in my meal ideas. (In fact, Chef Ryan is opening another restaurant downtown that will sell these meats. I'll save the details for another post.)<br />
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The spring CSA season lasted 8 weeks and every week there was a gorgeous selection of colorful and delicious items. I loved seeing vegetables with all their oddities not normally showcased as the model of its kind. I didn't intend to start photographing the food but found myself wanting to document the natural uniqueness before devouring them.<br />
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I began photographing and experimenting with different food photography ideas but only got around to sharing one collage around the concept of showing the raw form next to the cooked form. If you're curious, click <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BHQOckwBBpc/?taken-by=sophornkuoy" target="_blank">here</a> to see the Spring CSA image I shared on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BHQOckwBBpc/?taken-by=sophornkuoy" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.<br />
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Before summer rolled around, the photo got the attention of Sweet Grass and I partnered with them to continue the food photography series throughout the 8-week summer season. I was so flattered as I feel I'm already their biggest fan. I did learn a lot about cooking which I can share in later posts, but I thought I could start by sharing how I set up most of my food photography shots in this series.<br />
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Let me start by clarifying that the images don't accurately show the amount of items in each package. I think about half of my batch lasted me more than a week. I photographed maybe a quarter to half most of the time. The first step in the photo setup was certainly styling, which meant being selective and narrowing down to a beautiful array.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Styling & Composition</span></i><br />
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<i>Selection of the Goods</i> - Choose 2 out of 4 peaches that will look best in the photo, for example. What seemed to look best were items with stems, rich color, and interesting marks and shapes that wouldn't read as unappealing to eat.<br />
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<i>Cleaning and Polishing</i> - Towards week 2 or so I started to realize that washing helped bring out the color. For example, the potatoes deepened in color with washing. Items with tight skins like tomatoes and peppers I polished with a little oil to make shinier, then sprinkling the water on the skin would form perfect droplets.<br />
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<i>Props</i> - I had to use what I had around me. I had several woven baskets. Actually, the rectangular one was just a lid from one of my storage boxes. Then I started seeking out wooden bowls. This was also another reason why I had to narrow down selections - to be able to fit in the props.<br />
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<i>Color Arrangement - </i>When arranging within the basket, I tried to distribute similar colors and sizes evenly. Also food with warm/cool colors like red/green and yellow/green were paired together.<br />
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<i>Revealing the Inside</i> - Sometimes fruit like melons didn't photograph well from the outside so I would slice them open to photograph it's color and beauty held inside. With corn, I usually opened up the husk to show hints of the kernels.</div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Lighting</span></i><br />
In order to achieve the dark mood, I found the best place in my apartment building for natural side lighting against a dark background.<br />
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The photo to the left is a shot of my typical setup. The window at the end of the hall faces south and catches the right amount of diffused daylight around 7pm.<br />
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The lower half of the wall is actually a deep red but in most of the photos reads as black because it isn't illuminated enough in comparison to the food. The floor is a runner of black tile within a traditional pattern white hexagons. Sometimes I photographed directly on the floor and other times I wanted to blur the floor.<br />
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In this photo, you'll see I placed a tile floor sample on a cardboard box to create distance. The other box you see on the right is just my stepping stool when shooting down. Unfortunately, I only had about 15 minutes to shoot before I lost light.<br />
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I found that this dark mood was most successful with food rich with color and texture and with props like the woven basket and wooden bowl with that same richness. Images of the final dishes plated on shiny white surfaces didn't seem to work quite as well.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Gear & Settings</i></span><br />
<i>Camera</i>: Nikon D700. I would recommend shooting with any full frame camera. The D700 also works very well in low light.<br />
<i>Lens</i>: My trusty 50mm f/1.4.<br />
<i>Settings</i>: With the low light I had at 7pm, I usually set my ISO to around 1000 and shutter speed at 160 with f2.2.<br />
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I did minimal editing but I always took out floor imperfections but rarely any imperfections in the food. I use an action called Perfect Portrait from the <a href="http://www.thecoffeeshopblog.com/" target="_blank">Coffee Shop blog</a> for the boost feature. It also sharpens it a bit but overall it brought out more texture and contrast in the food.<br />
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The photo below on the left is the resulting photo in the previous "typical setup" photo.<br />
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Please let me know if you have more questions in the comments below. I am currently photographing the early Autumn CSA for Sweet Grass so please follow that series week to week on my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sophornkuoy/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> page. <br />
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I should also mention that each CSA member gets a 10% discount when eating at Sweet Grass or Next Door during the Wednesday pick-up days, in addition to all the great things mentioned earlier. Do consider signing up for the<a href="http://sweetgrassmemphis.com/csa/" target="_blank"> Sweet Grass CSA</a> in about 5 weeks before the late Autumn season starts.<br />
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Happy Autumn!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-15975184620639822412016-01-09T17:30:00.000-06:002016-01-09T18:28:58.391-06:00Ciao Bella Italian Grill Winter Menu Tasting<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHLzn7lSY27tr4-RDP39mLAXwaDsTl_gVIy3jRZAWcWLmL67dOWHK30_lXFdD2U27JrNoORgdwGqfJEetlUKrjlVO2fYSWkKN-Up_M-XBSkDDKmyGKTsBNVbt0X3oIuAzoWCws1kt_i8kZ/s1600/ciaobella+wintermenu-norococo-732px.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHLzn7lSY27tr4-RDP39mLAXwaDsTl_gVIy3jRZAWcWLmL67dOWHK30_lXFdD2U27JrNoORgdwGqfJEetlUKrjlVO2fYSWkKN-Up_M-XBSkDDKmyGKTsBNVbt0X3oIuAzoWCws1kt_i8kZ/s1600/ciaobella+wintermenu-norococo-732px.png" /> </a>
Ciao Bella has introduced a few new dishes to their menu that show off influences of Greek and Southern cuisine for an overall inventive Italian menu. I was glad to have my friend and fellow blogger <a href="http://www.kpfusion.com/" target="_blank">Kim Thomas of KP Fusion</a> join me for this special tasting presented by head chef Branon Mason. (Read her review of our meal <a href="http://www.kpfusion.com/2016/01/09/good-eats-ciao-bellas-winter-menu/" target="_blank">here</a>.)<br />
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They certainly have great pizzas and pastas, but the new winter menu offers those comforts with light dishes using fresh ingredients and sauces. Dishes that become new favorites. <br />
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Dishes like the Tuna Mattanza deserve a standing ovation. The seared tuna, which I usually don't order anywhere, melted in my mouth and changed my mind forever. Pairing it with the tomatoes, pesto and olives wasn't just for the looks; the flavors won me over. Kim and I kept being surprised with how good each dish tasted. The enjoyment of eating out is certainly elevated when the chef's passion and enjoyment of creating dishes shows through.<br />
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I relish weekend mornings at home when the morning sun bathes my room in beautiful light. Eyes open gently with a smile. I automatically turn on some <a href="https://8tracks.com/sophornm/open-your-eyes" target="_blank">music</a>* and curl up with a hot cup of tea. It's also the gentle morning wake-up that I relish.<br />
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Here's a further tour of the tiny apartment I've chosen to make my home, filled with little pockets of coziness. Lately, I've collected decor that softens the place - velvety textures and furs. Instead of a traditional coffee table, a Bengali pouf takes center stage in the living area and also works as an ottoman and extra stool.<br />
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With the bed against the windows, the spot against the pillows is one of my favorite places to sit. Equally a favorite is on the single lounge chair in the corner covered with a faux sheepskin rug. Pieces of Atticus' paintings sprinkle the place for color while I try to cleverly store my accessories by placing them on display. My work station grabs some leftover wall space next to the kitchen and closet. To the right of the desk is one of my favorite accents - a macrame curtain in the doorway to the closet and bathroom. <br />
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It's still a work in progress but I'm still eager to give you, my dear readers, a look inside. Even when my new friend Alexandra wanted to introduce me and my style to her blog's readers, I suggested that getting to know my style all around would include me, <i>at</i> home. Welcome.<br />
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Below, Alexandra and I are enjoying the community sunroom. Alexandra opened several great clothing boutiques in Memphis - The Ivory Closet and The Attic. She's also a make-up artist and stylist for Click magazine. She did a great job on my make-up for this shoot. She also owns her own line of cosmetics - Adel Amor and is now sharing her expertise and experiences on her own blog called <a href="http://citychicliving.com/" target="_blank">City Chic Living</a>. You can read more about her path to entrepreneurship and more about me and my style. I'm grateful to be featured and honored to call her a friend. <br />
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Special thanks to Dirk Olsen for the photos of me. An amazing photographer who also happens to be my beau. xoxo<br />
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Bengali Pouf, faux fur blanket and pillows, Pier 1. Sheepskin rug, desk, and chair, Ikea. Sofa, West Elm. Macrame curtain, Urban Outfitters. Mug by Paper & Clay (Thanks to my good friend Allison for this sweet gift. It's well used.)<br />
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*Music lifts my soul. I collect great songs and now I want to share them with you. The link takes you to one of my favorite playlists I've put together either for relaxing, going to sleep, waking up, or taking a trip. You'll enjoy it, I promise.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-26509487102036667482015-07-30T18:04:00.000-05:002015-07-30T18:09:31.614-05:00{Tasted} Tacos and Tunes at Felicia Suzanne's<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As I've noted before, Felicia Suzanne's has one of the best patios in Memphis reminding me of the pocket parks I loved in New York City, except those parks didn't serve incredible food. For no particular reason, it's been awhile and too long since I have eaten there. After catching a quick tweet by Chef Felicia Willett about enjoying music and $2 tacos on the patio, there I was enjoying music by The Michael Brothers and catfish tacos. I even brought a foodie friend, who if not for her, I would have never tasted buttermilk fried chicken livers. <i>Glorious</i>.<br />
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Catch tonight's Tacos and Tunes at 7-10 pm with music by Deering and Down.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>With Bounty's butcher shop now open, the young and already beloved restaurant fully embraces its concept of fresh and local.</i></span><br />
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When owner and chef Jackson Kramer opened Bounty on Broad last fall, Memphis welcomed it with open arms. It was another thoughtful addition to the Broad Avenue district, as a full renovation of a historic building built in the 1800s.<br />
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Based on many reviews of the restaurant opening, the open arms were largely extended to Chef Jackson and his return to the Memphis food scene. He was eager to share a menu driven by his roots and his own style. The result is a casual, family-style menu sourced with local ingredients. The idea for a butcher shop was built into the design.<br />
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Chef Jackson worked with partner Taylor Berger, architecture team Jason Jackson and Steve Berger of brg3s, and contractor Jeff Hutzel to plan and renovate the 2-story building into a space that seems as if it has been a neighborhood establishment for decades. With Jackson's wife Carrie as general manager, they are both a part of the welcoming restaurant atmosphere greeting diners and serving customers at the butcher shop.<br />
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Here you will find a few of my images of the space that don't do it justice, and images of just a few plates I tasted on my visits to Bounty on Broad. I often find myself craving vegetables - sweet corn, brussel sprouts, and roasted beets. These were the items on the menu that drew me in, but after trying the delicious trout and duck, I had new reasons to go back. And as expected of any great southern restaurant, they have some specially crafted cocktails great for this warmer weather. Pair it with great food shared amongst family and friends, and it'll feel like home.<br />
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<b>Bounty on Broad</b><br />
Open for Sunday brunch and dinners. Butcher shop open during select times during the week and on Saturdays. Follow them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for more updates. Don't forget to make Mother's Day brunch reservations.<br />
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Logo (shown on the first image and successfully in almost every photo of the restaurant) and branding by Jason Prater of <a href="http://www.farmhousemarketing.com/62/Bounty-On-Broad" target="_blank">Farmhouse Marketing</a>.<br />
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<span style="line-height: 17.040000915527344px;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The etched glass is from a series of various <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/city-map-glass" target="_blank">city map glasses</a> designed and created by Brian Johnson out of Boston. For each major city, a glass is etched with the distinct street grid, the city coordinates, and its beloved districts. Since I’ve always wanted to live in New York (maybe I still do), it was an easy choice. A Memphis glass has yet to be added, but I’ll be on the lookout for that one if Brian ever adds to his series.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="line-height: 20.82666778564453px;">Congratulations to Kyra - the winner of this giveaway. Thanks to everyone who took the time to enter. </span></span></div>
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Last week on <a href="http://www.memphisflyer.com/StyleSessions/archives/2015/01/23/a-new-look-for-memphis-fashion-week-the-mfw-logo-and-its-fashion-counterparts" target="_blank">Style Sessions</a>, I featured the new logo for Memphis Fashion Week and spoke with the logo's designer Michael Overton about the significance of the logo's shape - the hexagon of which I had a current obsession. I've seen it used in many design elements from logos and graphic layouts to fashion accessories and interior design. Unlike most things that is frequently used, the hexagon and honeycomb pattern seems to stay fresh as it gets reinterpreted.<br />
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I previously featured a collection of fashion accessories I wanted to own and did own (those hoops) in the MFW logo feature, but here I wanted to showcase functional items that carry on my hexagon craze, items I actually have on my apartment wish list.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: x-small;">1. <a href="http://www.dwr.com/product/kaleido-trays.do?utm_campaign=11.20.2012%20Hay&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Eloqua" target="_blank">Trays</a> - DWR 2. <a href="http://www.woodsmithe.com/#/new-gallery-31/" target="_blank">Stool</a> - WoodSmithe 3. <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=25875311&parentid=A_NEWARRIVALS&cm_mmc=CJ-_-Affiliates-_-rewardStyle-_-11292048#/" target="_blank">Towel Ring</a> - Urban Outfitters 4.<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/177592266/honeycomb-cubby-shelves-wall-shelving?ref=related-5" target="_blank"> Nesting Shelves</a> - <a class="" href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/HaaseHandcraft?ref=l2-shop-info-name" style="color: #333333; line-height: 23px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none;">HaaseHandcraft</a></span><br />
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I've also started a <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/sophornkuoy/hexagons/" target="_blank">Pinterest board</a> for this topic here. And please let me know if you have any suggestions.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Photos via image source links above. MFW logo by <a href="http://creativeinferno.com/" target="_blank">Inferno</a>.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-84185781407822035322015-01-19T12:30:00.000-06:002015-01-19T13:42:10.924-06:00Continuing a Legacy - National Civil Rights Museum Renovation<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In honor of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the National Civil Rights Museum is hosting a day-long celebration that includes music performances and family craft activities in their annual King Day Celebration. Unlike previous years, visitors can now view a newly renovated museum that includes new exhibits. <br />
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I was privileged to tour the renovation last summer with last year's national president of the American Institute of Architects Helene Combs Dreiling, NCRM's administrative director Tracy Lauritzen Wright, and the NCRM renovation architecture project team from Self Tucker Architects - Jimmie Tucker, Mario Walker, and Patricia Quist-Therson.<br />
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We were also joined by architect Josh Flowers who invited me on the tour as the photographer for media purposes. I experienced the tour mostly through the camera lens, but from my viewpoint, the updated interactive screens and wall graphics caught my attention. I definitely plan on going back to tour it more closely.<br />
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Although it's about the architecture industry recovery, here's a <a href="http://www.bizjournals.com/memphis/blog/2014/08/billings-index-shows-positive-construction.html" target="_blank">link to the Memphis Business Journal article</a> that included an image from this visit, if you're curious.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-49968491623136645172015-01-18T16:30:00.000-06:002015-01-18T22:35:36.124-06:00Logo Design - create! crate by Smitten Events<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Elevating the everyday experience. That's the core effort of the creative ladies of Smitten Events as they plan celebrations from weddings to dinner parties to any reason really to celebrate life. Now they're working on packaging a bit of that love for celebrations in a convenient little box.<br />
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When my friend and Smitten co-founder Lori Spicer-Robertson first introduced me to the idea of create! crate, she described the mom with young school-age kids trying to contribute to the numerous in-class holiday parties or thank you teacher gifts. She was describing moms like other Smitten co-founder Erika Conley who first brought the idea to the team. For the busy mom, this can get overwhelming trying to design a cute theme and finding all the pieces to pull it all together. I personally could relate to the anxiety and was immediately sold on the idea.<br />
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I joined the Smitten team last year to focus on launching create! crate. The first thing I designed was the logo and sticker label (studies and final design shown below.)<br />
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Each crate would contain one designed theme each, such as New Year's, Valentine's Day, First Day of School and many others, with the non-perishable items needed to craft the party elements or party favors. Ideas would be easy enough for parents and kids to create it together. The intent was to save time for busy parents but really anyone who wants the convenience and design can order a crate. Our favorite celebration ideas delivered to you.<br />
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create! crate launching soon. Find out more about Smitten Events <a href="http://www.smittenevents.com/" target="_blank">here</a>.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-80917423801991876422015-01-18T16:00:00.000-06:002015-01-18T21:32:10.591-06:00Love Kicks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This is one of my favorite moments from last year. Atticus and I spent a week vacationing with my immediate family and about 25 other relatives. It was wonderful. I had a chance to catch up with family, some I haven't seen in over five years, but even with Atticus I felt we were having a chance to catch up without all the day-to-day distractions of work and school. We got to really play.<br />
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Thanks to my sister Sophea for capturing this photo of Atticus kicking me, lovingly, of course, on one of our stops in Cozumel, Mexico, not long after she flew off the motorcycle she was riding (while holding my camera.) If she hadn't cradled the camera like a baby, it might not have been possible to even take this photo. She took the scratches instead (thankfully only just scratches). She's pretty amazing.<br />
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Hope you had a great weekend.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-20838635831818235492014-10-25T14:05:00.004-05:002014-10-25T14:35:29.715-05:00Design Work - Memphis Slim Collaboratory <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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In the spirit of collaboration and experimentation, I was fortunate enough to be invited to be a part of the Memphis Slim Collaboratory (Collab + Laboratory) project team by the creative placemakers at <a href="http://www.communitylift.org/" target="_blank">Community LIFT</a>. As a community revitalization project with Memphis Music Magnet, the former home of blues musician Peter Chatman a.k.a. "Memphis Slim" was beautifully renovated into a music studio where musicians can learn, rehearse, and create music right across the street from the historic STAX Records and museum in the heart of Soulsville.<br />
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<a name='more'></a>The architecture and interior architecture designed by local firm brg3s with project architect Jason Jackson, represents a thoughtful celebration of Memphis Slim's life. They say it best in their <a href="http://brg3s.com/project/memphis-slims-collaboratory/" target="_blank">project description</a>:<br />
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<span style="line-height: 22px;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><i>His boyhood home was typical of many in the low-income neighborhood in which it is located. Like the others, it reflects the character of the individuals in the community, including Memphis Slim: strength, survival against overwhelming odds, and resourcefulness. Key to the Memphis Slim Collaboratory project is maintaining that sense of success against adversity, inspiring future musicians to achieve despite potential setbacks, while simultaneously generating something new and more open to the community.</i></span></span></blockquote>
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My involvement was near the finish line several months before the grand opening helping select the furniture, creating the wall graphic, and designing the globe light chandelier in the stairwell. We also brought in local craftsman <a href="https://www.facebook.com/calebsweazyworks" target="_blank">Caleb Sweazy</a> to build custom furniture, a bench for the porch and coffee table for the entry lounge reusing wood salvaged from the original house.<br />
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Since the grand opening in April, the design has gained an incredible amount of well-deserved press and recognition including <a href="http://www.archdaily.com/512492/memphis-slim-collaboratory-brg3s-architects/">ArchDaily</a>, <a href="http://www.dwell.com/renovation/slideshow/memphis-landmark-finds-new-rhythm">dwell</a>, <a href="http://inhabitat.com/blues-giant-memphis-slims-historic-home-transformed-into-modern-music-collaboratory/">inhabitant</a>, <a href="http://freshome.com/2014/06/17/famed-blues-artist-inspires-musicians-succeed-odds-memphis-slim-collaboratory/" target="_blank">freshome</a> and <a href="http://inspirationist.net/memphis-slim-collaboratory-by-brg3s-architects/">inspirationist</a>. It was most recently featured as the project that represents the whole state of Tennessee by <a href="http://www.american-architects.com/en/pages/50x50" target="_blank">American Architects</a>, received a Merit Award by the AIA Tennessee, and the <a href="http://www.builderonline.com/design/awards/memphis-slim-collaboratory-memphis-tenn_o" target="_blank">Grand Winner</a> by Builder's Choice and Custom Home magazine. Whew! and Woo-hoo what a list. Look for it in their October issue, but better yet, go see it for yourself today as Neosoulsville activates the front porch/outdoor stage with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/304720086386882/" target="_blank">live music</a>. Awards are a great honor but true validation is fulfilling and exceeding it's design purpose.<br />
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More info on Memphis Slim Collaboratory and booking, click <a href="http://memphisslimhouse.com/" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Special Thanks to Leni and Eric. All photos by <a href="http://www.kenwestphotography.com/" target="_blank">Ken West</a>.<br />
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<i>Furniture and Fixtures - Select Resources</i><br />
Wood and metal bench and coffee table, <b>Caleb Sweazy Works</b>.<br />
Chandelier of globe pendants and tulip lounge chairs, <b>West Elm</b>.<br />
Educational Space chairs and tables, <b>Spaces Group</b>.<br />
Wall vinyl - <b>Walls That Talk on Etsy</b>.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-44815710995354085882014-07-20T12:15:00.000-05:002014-07-21T07:07:47.187-05:00A Taste of Tart<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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One of my favorite new places. You'll fall in love too. Read my previous feature on Tart and owners Heather and Abby <a href="http://m.memphisflyer.com/StyleSessions/archives/2014/06/13/serving-up-style-at-tart-heather-pike-and-abby-jestis">here</a>.<br />
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bleu restaurant and Executive Chef Kevin Rains introduced the spring/summer menu near the end of April, but well into the summer I'm still craving everything I tasted. Dishes were seasonally highlighted with oranges, cherries, melon, blackberries and peaches. Flavors melded so well together there seemed to be no ingredient out of place. <br />
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Each dish was even thought out to include a wine pairing suggestion. Some are shown with its pairing above. So go out one of these mild summer nights on the urban outdoor patio and enjoy a creative taste of summer at bleu downtown.
Special thanks to bleu, Chef Rains, and Charles Vance of Red Rover Company.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-14813213830109119972014-07-16T06:00:00.000-05:002014-07-16T06:00:03.499-05:00Logo and Graphics - 2014 AIA Tennessee Convention<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Here's a look at the recent logo development I created for this year's AIA Tennessee Convention around the theme of architecture as transformation. The first image is a final set of studies that all try to convey the idea of shaping and transforming. The second image is the unfolded cover of the marketing mailer using a collage of images of Tennessee cities.<br />
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The convention is also a celebration of the power of architecture around the state of Tennessee which inspired me to do the series below. Finding the right view of each city was a challenge to create the effect of floating text. If you have a good one you'd like to send me especially of Knoxville, let me know.<br />
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I also helped write the promotional copy below:<br />
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There is transformative power in thoughtful design. Design and architecture, with little doubt, physically changes a place, but when the profession recognizes the opportunity to <i>inspire</i> people through our design, a place can truly be <i>transformed</i>. This year, we recognize a call to action for all designers, from emerging professionals to seasoned architects - a call to <b>DESIGN. INSPIRE. TRANSFORM.</b><br /><br />If you look closely, our convention logo embodies this call to action. The cool blue representing the emerging professionals brand transitioning to the noticeably distinct red of our AIA logo. The letters of<i>Transform </i>are discovered underneath the acts of <i>Design</i> and the acts to <i>Inspire</i>. Slowly formed from left to right to fully developed shapes. </div>
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Thanks to Sardor Umarov for use of his Memphis image taken from the Exchange Building. Other photos were stock images via AIA TN.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-33466632529779429152014-07-04T13:37:00.001-05:002014-07-04T14:00:51.258-05:00Yeah! Burger & Jeni's Ice Cream - Westside Provisions<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Yeah! Burger - genius branding.<br />
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For a kid who will not eat burgers, he insisted that our Sunday brunch must be here, only after seeing the Yeah! Burger sign and catching a glimpse of the cartooned wallpaper. I also keep in mind for future graphics to never underestimate the power of the exclamation point. It surely set a happy tone no matter what we were eating. With the extensive options of burgers from vegan to turkey to bison, what does Atticus order in a burger joint but chicken tenders.<br />
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With the tagline "Keepin' It Real," they hope to provide real food defined by the use of natural, organic ingredients and sustainable practices. Serving food that is healthier for you and respects the environment AND is pretty delicious - that's the core of the excitement they hope to bring. Read more about their philosophy <a href="http://yeahburger.com/our-story" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Right after our superb lunch out on the patio at Yeah! Burger, we walk past the rest of the high-end shops in the industrial <a href="http://westsidepd.com/" target="_blank">West Provisions District</a> over the arched bridge as trains go under, exclaim "Atlanta is so cool!" then find ourselves in <a href="http://jenis.com/scoop-shops/jenis-westside-provisions/" target="_blank">Jeni's Ice Cream</a> scoop shop.<br />
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Though the summer heat was melting his double chocolate scoops pretty steadily, Atticus' pace was faster. Evidently there was no time to use a napkin. I really do wonder at what age he'll become conscious of that area around his mouth. For now, the chocolate mustache suits him.<br />
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[ Happy Birthday to my Independence Day baby. xoxo ]<br />
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I've tasted Cafe Keough quite a few times since they opened downtown several months ago. Partly because they are just a couple blocks from the LRK office, but mostly because the great food and atmosphere makes me think for a moment that I'm in a quaint cafe somewhere in France. Cafe Keough was a name I made sure to pronounce correctly (pronounced <i>key-oh) </i>since I knew I would frequently mention it in conversations. </div>
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"A good place to eat lunch?"<i> </i> </div>
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<i>"Cafe Keough is a must," I'd reply.</i></div>
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"Breakfast downtown?"</div>
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<i>"Cafe Keough." </i></div>
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"Any cool places in Memphis?"</div>
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<i>"Cafe Keough. For lunch, breakfast, coffee or espresso. Or if you just want a lovely place to be, go there."</i></div>
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Speaking of great conversations, I should thank a sweet friend Melissa Sweazy for suggesting we meet for lunch there for my first visit. Significantly, the built-in furniture including the bar and decorative column capitals was the fine handiwork of her husband Caleb Sweazy. </div>
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The next visit, I ended up suggesting it to a new food photography buddy and work acquaintance from Nashville Michele Parvizi of Landscape Forms. She did a great post on her food blog <a href="http://msbelly.com/2014/03/13/memphis-work-day/" target="_blank">M's Belly</a>. </div>
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The other major visit I featured on the Memphis Flyer Style Sessions. I got to photograph one of their stylish baristas Chalsie Petteway in the setting of Cafe Keough. See the full post <a href="http://www.memphisflyer.com/StyleSessions/archives/2014/03/21/style-session-with-chalsie-petteway" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cafe-Keough/650649618306922" target="_blank">Cafe Keough</a><br />
12 South Main near Madison.<br />
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The midtown location of Local Gastropub can be considered one of the pioneer restaurants in the recent revival of Overton Square. The two-story building on the corner of Cooper and Madison was renovated from once a very inward functioning bar to a beautifully designed restaurant and lounge with engaging views to the new bustle of the theater arts district.<br />
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It's been awhile since I've done this lunch series with another photographer to help document the food and to also document me with the food, so it was such a pleasure to meet up with <a href="http://www.amphotography.us/" target="_blank">Amanda Hill</a> with her camera in hand. Also as social media coordinator for the<a href="http://www.choose901.com/" target="_blank"> Choose 901</a> campaign, Amanda was able to immediately suggest the perfect local lunch spot. Literally, it <i>was</i> <a href="http://www.localgastropub.com/" target="_blank">Local</a>.<br />
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Talk about engaging views! Our table by the window in the casual upstairs lounge had a spectacular view of Overton Square, where we pointed out to other various favorite spots of ours. Listening to Amanda talk about those places and other local spots, I could tell she really did love Memphis.<br />
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And though the amazing space and location of Local obviously hit high marks, the food is what will keep people coming back. The menu options are one of the most creative in town - lunch, dinner, or brunch. Creativity without compromising taste - holding the reputation of the gastropub at its highest.<br />
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(I also had the pleasure of watching Amanda in action on a photo shoot for Alexandra Nicole's designer line Ellen Anchor recently. See more of her lovely work on this <a href="http://www.memphisflyer.com/StyleSessions/archives/2014/02/14/local-trends-introducing-the-ellen-anchor-brand" target="_blank">Style Sessions</a>.)<br />
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Side note: Amanda and I discussed how time consuming editing photos can be, so to speed up blog time, I decided to try to get it right in camera ready to post much sooner. well, 3 months later instead of 4 months later :)<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Photos and graphics by Sophorn except watermarked as Amanda Hill, AM Photography.</span><br />
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<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/50/1712668/restaurant/Midtown/Local-on-the-Square-Memphis"><img alt="Local on the Square on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/1712668/minilogo.gif" style="border: none; height: 15px; width: 104px;" /></a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-23986646355580117972014-02-16T10:16:00.002-06:002014-02-16T10:31:55.458-06:00A Good Morning with Nourishe Pancakes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The first box of <a href="http://batchnashville.com/products/family-tradition-memphis-march-2014" target="_blank">Batch Memphis</a> had the theme "Good Morning Memphis" stocked with breakfast items made locally. One of those local items was from one of my clients <a href="http://nourishe.me/">Nourishe</a> - a box of their healthy <a href="http://nourishe.me/collections/all-of-our-products/products/richard-s-favorite-waffle-mix" target="_blank">pancake and waffle mix</a>. I love that they were included in such a cool concept. I only designed the logo and label for the mix but I did get to photograph their pancakes. Here a just a few of those images. It's a shame I didn't have time to eat them afterwards.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-90110377916993017562014-02-15T14:45:00.001-06:002014-02-15T14:48:42.097-06:00being better<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Quotes like these are tiny bites of inspiration. Really quick jolts that speak to my heart's intent but finding true and lasting inspiration is hard, because life is truly hard. It's a constant battle, and I'm starting to understand it's a battle for everyone. We all share feelings of heartache, guilt, stress, insecurity, self-loathing, and as a friend recently put it, we just have to learn to manage our emotions. In our conversation, it also seemed clearer that those who inspire us fight their battle gracefully.<br />
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It's an ideal I wish for myself, and I sometimes forget that, like everything good and right, it will be hard. I tend to beat myself up over not immediately being that way, and I turn out to be the only person that stands in the way of my own happiness. Every day I have to work on becoming better than the day before.<br />
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And in the midst of all these hardships and obstacles I sometimes create for myself, there are people who love me - my family, friends, Atticus who is the sweetest kid I know, and my love Dirk who places my happiness above his. I've been blessed with enormous opportunities. I have so many good things in my life it's crazy, but moments good or bad I'm most grateful I have people who want to share it with me.
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I have never been as open before on the blog. I'm clinching in nervousness. It's quite a detour from the text I intended for this photo. It was more like architecture will always be part of my passion and please pray for me as I take my last few exams this year to finally be a licensed architect. By the way, I can't stop looking at those stairs and seeing it as a perfect spot to photograph someone for a style session!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-10477056466886376472013-12-27T13:30:00.000-06:002013-12-27T14:20:34.723-06:00Looking into the new year with bleu <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The perfect opportunity for this first try is bleu's four course New Year's Eve dinner and celebration to ring in the new year. Just reading the chef-inspired menu <a href="http://www.downtownbleu.com/assets/1698/bleu_nye_menu.pdf" target="_blank">here</a> might convince you. Items such as the Maryland-style lump crab crakes (shown in this set), European quail, c</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">hicken breast wrapped in prosciutto ham with sweet corn cream sauce, </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">and</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> c</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">hocolate éclair profiteroles are hard to pass up.</span><br />
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<i>See the Bleu Neu Year Menu <a href="http://www.downtownbleu.com/assets/1698/bleu_nye_menu.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>. / Book <a href="http://downtownbleu.com/bookus" target="_blank">here</a> or call 901.334.5950.</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Special thanks to Stephanie at <a href="http://www.redrovercompany.com/" target="_blank">Red Rover Company</a>.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-78477380899265574332013-12-25T12:30:00.000-06:002013-12-25T12:37:11.438-06:00Merry<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm not going to lie. I'm struggling to feel merry at the moment mostly because Atticus isn't with me on Christmas, but I am absolutely not trying to dampen your spirits nor am I soliciting for commiseration. I truly wish you all the merriest of moments with those you love whether or not it's on Christmas day.<br />
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Thanks to my dear friend <a href="http://www.modernmedusahead.com/2013/09/sophorn-family.html" target="_blank">Melissa Sweazy</a> for capturing this genuine moment with my sisters from earlier this year. A reminder of how much laughter consoles.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3254522997027045616.post-90817726209313086302013-12-18T23:00:00.000-06:002013-12-18T23:31:09.143-06:00The Stylist Quo Portraits<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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For the latest Style Session on the Memphis Flyer, I turn my lens from the usual street or office style to a more relaxed style in the home of fellow blogger Cheryl Hurley, hopefully as the first of many <i>At Home Style</i> sessions. I'll let Cheryl woo you with her beautiful food photos. See them <a href="http://thestylistquo.com/chocolate-cupcakes-with-peppermint-frosting-vegan/" target="_blank">here</a> on her blog <a href="http://thestylistquo.com/" target="_blank">The Stylist Quo</a> along with the recipe of the chocolate vegan cupcakes she created. And check out my official feature on Cheryl on the Flyer <a href="http://www.memphisflyer.com/StyleSessions/archives/2013/12/18/at-home-style-with-cheryl-hurley" target="_blank">here</a>. <br />
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Simply delicious. There could not have been a better way to end the 3-day visit to Nashville than with the unforgettable meal we had at Husk. </div>
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And it was a highlight in an incredible three days - attending a convention with inspiring architects from all over the country, accepting an architecture design award for my firm, and sharing the whole experience with my amazing man who, although had declared the lunch at Husk the best meal of his life, won't be disappointed I may never be able to cook anywhere close to that level. (The only thing close to disappointment was that we weren't the ones that drove up in the vintage Porsche parked outside.)</div>
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Overlooking downtown Nashville from Rutledge Hill, the restaurant preserves a beautiful 19th century home with part of the grounds converted to a vegetable and herb garden. Also sourcing from local vendors to provide the freshest ingredients possible, Husk, led by Chef Sean Brock, crafts a new menu daily. </div>
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Husk was part of the AIA Tennessee Convention <i><a href="http://www.aiatn.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=122" target="_blank">Architect's Guide to Nashville</a></i>. To see the guide and the rest of the interviews with the architecture convention speakers, click <a href="http://www.aiatn.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=41" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Photos by Sophorn, except for exterior car and full vegetable plate photo by Dirk. Special thanks to our server, who was from Memphis!</span></div>
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It was an honor to work with the Crenshaw family and Hemline Marketing as they spruced up the Billie's Pecans brand, only polishing their authentic goodness. I photographed the array of pecan treats they offer and the more editorial shots are shown here. </div>
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Since Christmas is around the corner, we decided to give away a 1-lb box of their famous cinnamon spiced pecans. Just write a comment at the end of this post and share the link on Facebook or twitter. I will select the winner by a random drawing by this Friday at 6pm. Don't hesitate to place your order for any of their great products though. Order online or call by December 18 for holiday gift delivery at <a href="http://www.billiespecans.com/">Billiespecans.com</a>.</div>
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WINNER: <i>Congrats to BJ.</i> Luckily I know where to find you to get you your box of pecans. Thanks to everyone else for entering and for the kind comments. I really appreciate it so much.</div>
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Memphis fashion blogger and stylist Kim Thomas eats, sleeps and breathes fashion. Not only blogging all the local trends, events, and loved brands, Kim has styled a number of fashion editorials and works in retail helping women make smart wardrobe purchases. It’s no wonder her blog<a href="http://www.kpfusion.com/" target="_blank"> KP Fusion</a> was recently considered Memphis’ “<a href="http://www.examiner.com/list/best-blogs-memphis/best-fashion-blog" target="_blank">Best Fashion Blog</a>” by Examiner.com. It’s been my personal favorite since we connected a couple of years ago.<br />
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Well before her overdue recognition, I sought her advice on future styling collaborations over a great meal at <a href="http://www.rizzosdiner.com/" target="_blank">Rizzo’s Diner</a>. Kim joined me as I tried the famous lobster pronto pups for the first time. The sweet lobster swathed in a light batter, complemented with drizzles of Creole mustard aioli tasted as good as I had hoped, moving it straight off my bucket list onto my list of dishes to crave.<br />
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The casually elegant dish isn’t found on the lunch menu, but if the ingredients are available, Chef Michael Patrick will whip up his Memphis-inspired creation at your request. The other highly recommended lunch dish is the fresh vegetable plate featuring their daily purchases from the Memphis Farmers Market, deliciously prepared as is everything on their menu.<br />
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Though I have yet to pull in her styling talent for a style series, you have a special opportunity to do some holiday shopping at Langford Market with the lovely Kim on hand as your style expert on Thursday and Saturday. Thursday night will be a two hour event with drinks, treats, and an amazing giveaway that includes a private styling session with Kim and a $100 gift card to Langford Market.<i> </i><br />
<i>See more details on her <a href="http://www.kpfusion.com/2013/12/05/kp-fusion-x-langford-market-holiday-event-12-12-13/" target="_blank">blog</a>. </i><br />
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She also gave me a <a href="http://www.kpfusion.com/2013/12/09/memphis-coffee-cameras-12-15-13/" target="_blank">great plug</a> on my event "Coffee & Cameras" happening this Sunday. We'll both be at each event and hope you will be there too. We'll love to meet you.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00066398221357360802noreply@blogger.com0