Wednesday, November 11, 2009

love, lula



if you have yet to check out this magazine, now is the time.
with the monthly disappearance of many of my favorite magazines, I feel that now is really the time to support those publications that you so enjoy and look forward to gazing at each month.
for me, Lula is just that. a monthly dose of independent inspiration.
the models cast all vary by ethnicity, size and shape..
the styling is always spot on, yet in a way completely unique to what is being done elsewhere.
the articles are interesting and constantly spotlighting those women who intrigue me most.
the tactile experience of a new crisp magazine, read in bed amongst down comforters, flannel sheets, and dim light while holding a warm cup of tea.
this could never be replaced by a computer screen and a stiff office chair

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

fall days


i can't let this beautiful day go by without acknowledging its importance.
at the end of summer I find myself dreaming of fall...warm sweaters, cold nights, down comforters and crackling fires.
and yet, as soon as the rains begin to fall, and the daylight hours begin to wane, I am quickly longing for the sunny blue skies of summer and the hours spent in my garden.
that is what makes days like today so special
above freezing temps, sunny blue skies, and a smile on everyone's face I pass

Friday, November 6, 2009

a sample of my work


here is a sample from a recent shoot I styled
This is a little preview of things to come
check out my website www.sarahvanraden.com for my latest work

photo courtesy of www.cullywrightphoto.com
thanks Cully!

gloomy day around the world

kinda nice to know that the weather is just as bad in Paris as it is in Portland
something comforting in that...


Thursday, November 5, 2009

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

beautiful new blog!




i encourage you to enter the world of

in it you will find gorgeous images, coupled with incredible poetry, all penned by this author
for those of you who may already know her as my gorgeous sister, 
you will soon know her as an inspirational poet, with a discerning eye for all things beautiful and inspirational.

enjoy~