On a Snowy New Year’s Weekend: Read, Shovel, Laze, Repeat

Image via Unsplash. We’re off to a brand new year, and all are around us are indications of new beginnings. It’s been slightly over a year since I’ve contributed either to my personal blog, Of Intellect and Interest. But 2022 heralds a reinvigorating series of firsts and returns, new meetings and long-awaited reunions. I’m planning…

3 Artistic Versions of the Winter Tangerine

Over a week ago, I went outside with a little tangerine. Its soft, peelable shell was a vibrant orange and ever so slightly bumpy. Snow covered the ground. It was late morning, and the sun was shining brightly. The natural lighting was practically perfect! The snow was starting to melt, but it was rather cold nonetheless.…

Festive Cinnamon Photos

You know, many of my photographic inspirations come from nifty little items I see on a daily basis right inside my home. Recently, I captured several staged shots featuring cinnamon as one of the main subjects. Even though Christmas and the other holidays are already gone, I enjoy many of the aesthetics that Yuletide decor has.…

Yuletide Photos from Cherry Valley, Illinois

Cherry Valley is my hometown as you may know. And this time of year the village streets, the local businesses, and many of the homes are decorated with festive Christmas lights, ornaments, and yard displays. And a bit of a dusting of snow had fallen. So yesterday I was out taking some photos around town, and…