Having a full length mirror in the hotel room was absolutely essential for getting properly dolled-up in our outfits for the reunion. It came in very handy for the after-party, as well. Happy Friday!
More Hotel Improvisation
Keeping with ideas raised in last night’s post — Did anyone besides fridayam see it? — this was a brilliant spontaneous idea by Holden. It never would have occurred to me to use the little headboard-mounted reading lamps as impromptu spotlights, but I love the way these turned out! We will post a different take on… Continue reading More Hotel Improvisation
The Curse
In previous posts, we have mentioned the phenomenon that we have named the “amateur pornographers’ curse.” We have been taking photos for over four years now, and the vast majority have been taken in our own home. Whenever we have the chance to shoot anywhere else — especially in unfamiliar hotel rooms — we find ourselves scanning the surroundings… Continue reading The Curse
Runway Model
Our hotel room balcony overlooked a very busy landing strip, and there was something very peaceful about watching the planes take off and land. It was fun to imagine where they were going, or from where they were arriving, and picturing the reunions with loved ones that were taking place at baggage claim. Of course,… Continue reading Runway Model
Penny-Wise
By nature, we are frugal homebodies (which sounds so much better than cheap recluses), and not prone to being extravagant. Last weekend, however, we indulged. The occasion was Holden’s high school reunion and, although it was held within driving distance for us, we sprang for a hotel room and some new clothes, and made a weekend out… Continue reading Penny-Wise