Leylan at Home

Anna in Bernal

I took these photos of Anna last year as I attempted to launch a small business of reselling what I deemed to be “cool” home decor and furniture. The business never took off, but I’m still very happy with the photos.

California

I think these photos look how California feels to me. There is a dark haze over life here. Brazen people on the streets, wildfires, tech bros, kids wearing what we used to wear. It's all so funny for a state that gets glorified for its inclusivity and place-where-dreams-come-true attitude. I've never felt like more of an outsider. A small fish in a big pond. More like an ocean. I'm so insignificant here yet I feel like the windows and shades that separate my personal life from everyone else are basically delusions. There is no privacy here - is there privacy anywhere anymore? I'm exposed and vulnerable with a 2-inch thick suit of armor on me everywhere I go. I don't know that California will ever feel like home.

Adieu

Goodbye to this sweet little apartment that has provided me with a setting for growth. I have learned so much about myself in the past year. I hate to say goodbye, but I can’t wait for the next adventure ahead.

Talia & Elliott +1

Back in Virginia, new family photos.