a sunny day

a night on the farm

Photo courtesy of Kimi

On Saturday night, Kimi, Alexei and I headed out to the Pendarvis Farm in Happy Valley to celebrate the end of a one month retreat for our friend James - who spent February living and recording a new solo project there. It was bittersweet, listening to his new work and wishing him farewell as he now heads back to his hometown in North Carolina.

What a magical night. We listened to the new work both live and recorded, we lit Chinese lanterns and sent them off into space, we laughed and drank and sang and danced. Right now I am loving this song and video, by James's band Bombadil. It's so sad when people go - but I wish him an incredible journey!

spring craving

I've had a little bit of the winter blues lately, apparent by my every-day black wardrobe. But today was so beautiful, the sun was out and everyone was walking around SE Portland for our annual Art Walk. Wanting to hold on to that feeling and bring a little color into my life - I just purchased a sweet little bracelet from dullDiamond. I love their aesthetic and use of color - even I can pull this off! I purchased the one below that has a bit of blue, yellow, pink and turquoise (with wood). So excited!

dullDiamond

Today I finally made it to Scrap - a donation-based craft store in N Portland. I was hoping to find some materials for my jewelry, but no luck. However, I did find these great fabrics - all between fifty cents and three dollars! I had to dig through piles and piles of junk, but I found some gems. No idea what I am going to do with these - but I'm hoping that I will get inspired!

Doesn't this remind you a little of Mociun prints? 

So intricate and sweet 

Reversible with really great texture 

hand painted fabric - seventy five cents!

happy valentine's day!

SAIPUA

I live right here with you

I recently saw Jackie Greene perform at the Aladdin Theater. I wasn't sure what to expect, since I hadn't listened to much of his music. He is great live! Show featured original music and great covers by Eric Clapton, Grateful Dead and Elton John. Couldn't find any footage from the show, but this gives you an idea...

opening night @ PIFF

It's that time of year in Portland - when everyone is feeling a bit restless from the winter and in need of a little rejuvenation and inspiration. That's why February is one of my favorite months in the City of Roses. Tonight we celebrated the opening of the Portland International Film Festival and it's 35th anniversary. The opening film was this British flick, Salmon Fishing in the Yemen. I must say, I love Ewan McGregor (he stole my heart in Beginners). While this film didn't leave quite as big of an impression, it was very sweet and entertaining - as British humor often is. The after party took place at Hotel Modera and was fabulous! Great food, drinks, people and atmosphere! PDX knows how to do it right. Looking forward to all the films to come. I will try to write short reviews of the films I see. 


February also kicks off the Portland Jazz Festival and the Worst Day of the Year Bike Ride!