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My photo of the Rialto Bridge (above) taken on my honeymoon has been included in the newly released sixth edition of the Schmap Venice Guide. Does this make me a published photographer? About Schmap: Schmap is a leading publisher of digital travel guides for 200 destinations throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia and New… Continue reading i’m a “published” photographer | SIMA

Now that the days are growing warmer and it’s staying lighter later, I’m inspired to replace the heavy red accents in my living room, including throw pillows, a throw blanket and the “Keep Calm and Carry On” print above my couch, with brighter blues, turquoises and teals.  I’ve been browsing Etsy for possible replacement art… Continue reading springtime blues | SIMA

I used to write in my diary religiously. Lately, with all of the blogging and twittering I do online, I very rarely sit down with a notebook and pen to jot down all of the thoughts floating around my head. However, if I had one of these limited edition handbound journals ($25) by freshlyblended press… Continue reading freshlyblended and lara cameron journals | SIMA

Inspired by Little Brown Pen’s photos of Paris and Smosch’s recent pics of London, I decided to take my digital SLR down to the Old Market on Friday to snap some shots on my way to the boutique. It was a beautifully sunny day – not a cloud in the sky – and I tried… Continue reading brick and sunshine | SIMA

How We Blog is an ongoing series that reveals the blogging habits of some of my favorite bloggers. Next up: Suzanne from S.HOPtalk. 1. Please describe your blog and your reason for creating it. I was helping a client develop their company’s marketing and communications plan and it included a social media component. As I… Continue reading 2009 April | SIMA

I’d like to introduce you to the newest friend of SIMA: treasuring, the art blog of Jess Gonacha. (see badge at right) At treasuring, Jess features her own beautiful art and the art of others that inspires her. She also happens to be the woman behind one of my all-time favorite Etsy finds – The… Continue reading friend of SIMA: treasuring | SIMA

I used to write in my diary religiously. Lately, with all of the blogging and twittering I do online, I very rarely sit down with a notebook and pen to jot down all of the thoughts floating around my head. However, if I had one of these limited edition handbound journals ($25) by freshlyblended press… Continue reading freshlyblended and lara cameron journals | SIMA

I’m so inspired by the still life photography of Decor8’s Holly Becker She makes everyday objects look so ethereal. Recently I decided to put my still life skills to the test and photograph some white flowers that were originally part of a larger bouquet that my mother bought me for my birthday. As I’ve learned… Continue reading my still life photography attempt | SIMA

I’m so inspired by the still life photography of Decor8’s Holly Becker She makes everyday objects look so ethereal. Recently I decided to put my still life skills to the test and photograph some white flowers that were originally part of a larger bouquet that my mother bought me for my birthday. As I’ve learned… Continue reading my still life photography attempt | SIMA

Of the three cities J and I visited in Italy on our honeymoon — Venice, Florence and Rome — I’d have to say that Florence was our favorite. We loved the old-world feel of the city and how it still managed to balance the modern with the aged. Because of our love for Florence, I… Continue reading the doorbells of florence | SIMA