a reader, daydreamer, music lover, bike rider, sewer, novice gardener, homemaker, picture taker, and an anti-plastic crusader. i remind myself i am so much more than what i do to earn a living.
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on the nightstand:
- my favourite orange desk lamp
- one of my recipe scrapbooks (i’m in the process of cooking my way through it)
- homemade lipbalm
- a polaroid of nathan
- a notebook and pen
- and a big stack of books : land’s polaroid - peter c wensberg, our band could be your life – michael azerrad, they called her styrene – ed ruscha, like a velvet glove cast in iron – daniel clowes, and the penguin book of rock & roll writing.
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am loving:
- afternoon thunderstorms
- golden beaches
- new freckles
- the smell of clothes fresh from the washing line
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how does spring inspire you?
even though i’m heading into ‘winter’ here in australia, i left vancouver filled with spring, and there is nothing i love more than a good spring clean. it’s the perfect time to take stock, clear out, and start fresh.
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what’s one item in your spring wardrobe you can’t go without?
sandals! after many months tucked away in socks and shoes, i love the feeling of fresh air on my bare feet.
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what’s your idea of the perfect homemade spring meal?
one of nathan’s delicious salads – mixed greens, carrots, peppers, red onion, beets, walnuts and dried cranberries, avocado & tomatoes when they are in season, with homemade dressing and a big bowl of chicken noodle soup. i love them both so much i’m torn between which one to eat the fastest.
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what is your spring theme song this year?
i don’t have a theme song / album yet (i’ll happily take suggestions :), but i am loving the all songs considered 24/7 music channel. you hear all sorts of gems, new and old.
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what are three constants in your day?
- a cup of tea in the morning
- daydreaming about food
- reading
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tell us about the inspiration behind these photos.
it’s been almost 3 years since i’ve been home to australia and i was desperately missing the ocean, so my dad and i went for a day trip up the coast so we could take some photos, walk along the beach and splash in the water. on the way home we went up into the mountains, where the air is so cool and fresh, and stopped in at monteville for a late pub lunch while we watched the storm clouds roll in. it was a lovely day.
April 17, 2011 at 3:33 pm
gorgeous set of photos! I love Claire’s work: she’s such a great film photographer!
April 17, 2011 at 3:40 pm
These photos are great – I esp. love the flip-flops in the sand!
Today it’s raining and windy in Maine but these shots give me hope that warm weather and the sun are just around the corner…
Great piece (as always) !
xo
jo@everydayjuju
April 17, 2011 at 8:51 pm
I like your list of things “I am;” especially the part about being more than what you do for a living.
April 17, 2011 at 10:58 pm
recognised those beaches right away!
lovely work, and ’tis very nice to meet you claire.
April 18, 2011 at 11:23 am
what a gem of an issue! claire, that shot of the beach chair is fantastic.
April 18, 2011 at 11:54 am
these photos are perfect for bringing in warmer temperatures. i especially love the one of the colorful lawn chair. claire, you are just great!
April 18, 2011 at 2:09 pm
Beautiful photos. They make me want to drive out to the oceanside right this very second!
April 18, 2011 at 4:05 pm
love it, every bit.
April 18, 2011 at 4:17 pm
so sweet, every thing is absolutely perfect in its own way. LOVE
April 18, 2011 at 5:28 pm
these are just perfect claire! so happy to see this bit of your time back home. lovely.
April 18, 2011 at 11:07 pm
Claire! Love every little bit of this and soooo wish I was sitting on that beach with you. the feet shot is my absolute fave. love!!
April 18, 2011 at 11:09 pm
claire, loved reading your issue so much. you are so charming! Rarely nothing I love more than a teetering pile of books by the bedside.
April 19, 2011 at 7:53 am
your feature here – both in pictures and words – creates such vivid images in my mind. somehow your photographs always hit a spot. (and thank you! for that music link, i didn’t know that npr channel yet.)
April 19, 2011 at 8:58 am
superb!
April 19, 2011 at 3:00 pm
i love your descriptions of the photos, claire. what a perfect day to capture.
April 19, 2011 at 8:01 pm
claire, this is all just brilliant. can you and steph budge up for me on the beach?
i’d so love to be there, too!
April 20, 2011 at 4:19 pm
Claire, I love these shots. Love love love! Wish I could hop on a plane and go to the beach with you and your dad. xx
April 22, 2011 at 12:40 pm
Lovely. I agree about the flip flops.
April 24, 2011 at 6:15 pm
claire!
love love this!
May 4, 2011 at 1:29 pm
i’ve been a fan of claire’s work for years. this is a lovely peek into her world – she’s a gem!