You're So Sweet

A lesson in old-time typography, wrapped up into sugary morsels.

MLK

"Every man must decide whether he will walk in the light of creative altruism or in the darkness of destructive selfishness." - Martin Luther King

Polaroid Update - LA

Photo of the Day - Nicholson & Penn

Avert your eyes, little ones. Smoking is bad. This picture, however, is the definition of cool. It could very well undo all of the noble work the anti-smoking campaigns put forth. If only they could make non-smoking look this incredible. Jack Nicholson and Sean Penn could rule the world together. By the way, Nicholson is seventy-three years old.

Credit goes to this humbling blog, whose photos will make you realize just how uncool you really are. By the way, who took this photo? When? Where? I couldn't get my hands on the details. Please enlighten me if you know!

I've been dying (ok, I'm exaggerating) to go to a Laker game to catch a glimpse of Jack  in the flesh. It would definitely be worth spending money on a sporting event that I have little to no interest in. At least I could seek refuge at the concession stand, right? Who doesn't like a sporting event hot dog?

Happy Sunday!

Piano Men

Why don't I ever look this cool while playing the piano?
Clockwise: Monk, Waits, Monk, Depp, Wainwright, Gaye, Brody

Polaroid Update - Point Reyes Hike

I'm not much of a hiker, but Point Reyes is well worth it.

I'm not ready, but...

Images via We heart it.

Polaroid Update

Here's a few select photos taken during the ten days Marc and I spent in sunny, sunny LA.

It's amazing how much time I've spent in Los Angeles, yet I still can't find my way around.

The sprawling boundaries of the "greater LA area" are daunting.

Having some sunshine, being touristy, and spending time with friends and family was incredible... not to mention going to my first movie premiere.

I'm more than ready to transplant my life.

Malick Sidibe

If only I could look this cool.

Inception Star - Marion Cotillard

These photos from the August issue of Interview Magazine are too breathtaking not to share. A lot of editorials have been catching my eye lately.
Marion is to die for. Who has seen Inception?

Photographer: Mikael Jansson

Stylist: Karl Templer

Find more pictures and the interview here.

Gael Garcia Flaunts It

Gael Garcia Bernal is looking incredible in Flaunt Magazine's 98th issue.

He is definitely on my list of most beautiful male actors.

Photography by Kurt Iswarienko

Elvis & Sofia

Elvis Presley and Sofia Loren... this duo makes me swoon. These photos were supposedly taken just moments after they met. How natural they look together.

Anyway, I apologize for my absence. Life is busy, busy, busy. Expect a Nashville update in the near future.

Meanwhile, please check out my blog roll. Right now it's bear bones, just friends and favorites. I'm in the process of building it, so email me if you want to be added! theredtopaz@gmail.com

Wendy Bevan for Marie Claire Italia

In April's issue of Marie Claire Italia you'll find fashion photographer Wendy Bevan's old-world circus-themed spread. There's no doubt that I'm captivated by these eerie photographs, but I'm even more in awe of Bevan herself. Shes a well-rounded artist- a photographer, filmmaker, musician, and even model. She recently hosted a Jazz Club night at Bungalow 8, a members only club in London, that concluded with a jam session led by Wendy herself. Her first film, Reaching for the Moon, was inspired by the Italian Marie Claire circus photoshoot, and brings to life the haunting, mysterious photographs. Wendy herself performed the soundtrack. Please watch this admirable piece of work and tell me what you think!

First Day of Spring

I've waited a long time for you.

I love you.

Wishing a very happy birthday to a very special man.
A simple collage of some of the places we've been.

More Macarons!

I've gone a little bit crazy since I've successfully made macarons. Here are some more flavors I've made...

1. Chocolate with Mocha Creme

2. Lemon with Lime Zest Creme

3. Mint with Chocolate Creme

I can't get enough! Tell me what flavors to make next.

Julianne Moore for Bvlgari

Is this not the most beautiful ad you've ever seen? Julianne Moore is forty-nine years old.

Picture of the Day

I love this photo by Crazy Ivory, and I think you know why. Shout out to Lana Huyen for the tip!

Vancouver

Saturna Island

Saturna is a gulf island of British Columbia that was recently featured in Sunset magazine. I recommend staying at the Saturna Lodge if you ever make it up there.