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“What is that?” Tap. Tap. Tap. The temptation to gently tap the surface of the art with the tip of the nail is difficult to resist for most. Every time I have an acrylic piece on display at a show or in my studio, it catches the eye and prompts questions.
For colorful photographs with depth and detail, acrylic is by far my favorite medium.
Acrylic makes images come to life, more so than traditional surfaces like fine-art paper or canvas. Details are perfectly preserved through its crystal-clear sharpness. Acrylic highlights vibrant colors and enhances the depth of the image, and the result is stunning to the eye.
Printing on acrylic is a multi-step process that requires special equipment and expertise. The digital image is printed directly on a pure acrylic sheet. The image is then cut and its edges are polished. The back is sealed with a black or white film backing in order to prevent light from shining through from the back and causing glare. The image takes on a glossy brilliance from edge to edge. Acrylic also has the advantage of being lightweight and impact-resistant compared to glass.
Because it is so crisp and clean, acrylic also lends itself well to any space or style of decor. Acrylic art can be a standalone piece on a wall, or can be part of a gallery wall as a focal point. Depending on the choice of the image, the thickness of the acrylic and its hanging options, acrylic art can have an airy, minimalist look, or even give a space a modern, industrial flair. It works well in bright rooms, and has no problem being in damp or humid places like a bathroom.
When you custom-order acrylic prints from my shop, you can choose between the thickness of the acrylic, as well as between two wall-mount options: (1) a floater frame option, in which the acrylic is backed with a wood frame and wire, so that the acrylic pops off the wall in a sleek way, or (2) metal "standoffs" placed in each corner, anchoring the acrylic to the wall and giving it a more modern look. By default, the photograph is printed all the way up to the edge of the acrylic, but if you prefer to have a margin around the image, you could make a request when ordering.
Bring the world home on acrylic!
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Every now and then, I end up going through my unpublished photo collections, in search of a memory or feeling that may be more buried than other more salient ones. I absolutely love rediscovering photographs that somehow didn't "make the cut" the first time around. It feels good to go back in time, to give a little bit of extra attention to what caught my eye long ago but was since forgotten.
As I had written in a post last year, this exercise is a direct testament to how our perception changes, and how returning to a place (even if virtually) leads you to see something new. I always feel grateful for this surge of inspiration that comes even without my travelling or experiencing something new. When a cycle of rediscoveries emerges, I round up the photographs and add my favorite newcomers to my collection. Here are this season's rediscoveries, which have been freshly added to the shop and to Etsy.
Lines and textures filled the scene as far as the eye could see (Chicago, USA)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood
The Gothic palace where East meets West, where Land meets Lagoon and open Sea (Venice, Italy)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood
As long as we are side by side and anchored to the same port, we can weather any storm (Bari)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood
Have faith: She is watching over you (Rovereto, Italy)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood
A gorgeous spring morning on the island of Burano (Venice, Italy)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood.
A red bicycle and red flowers in Amsterdam (Netherlands)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood
Wherever you go, may your soul and life be bursting with color (Venice, Italy)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood
A Sunday stroll through Burano’s streets, without worry of rain (Venice, Italy)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood
The soft texture and classic pattern of a cow (Llandudno, Wales)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood
I often miss those mellow days of walking for hours in Amsterdam (Netherlands)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood
The narrow streets in Martina Franca are inviting and intriguing
Fine-art print
Her rustic charm is part of her rare beauty (Venice, Italy)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood
The birds dominate the skies over Corfu town (Greece)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood
Stopped at the church in the afternoon sun (Riva del Garda, Italy)
Fine-art print
Mornings in the old town and its rustic light (Rovereto, Italy)
Fine-art print
A fairytale fantasy and a ferris wheel (Cardiff, Wales)
Fine-art print
Burano’s deeply rich colors and one happy little bird (Venice, Italy)
Fine-art print, canvas, metal, acrylic or wood
From my heart to yours!
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Four years ago (already), I lived in a small town, on a quiet vineyard, on the bank of the Adige river, at the foot of the Dolomiti mountains. It was the first time in my life where the coordinates of where I lived depended on nature terms, rather than urban terms. I let myself be slowed down by all that there was to notice around me. I let my rhythm match that of the town, of its locals and its churchbells and their understanding of time. I savoured the food and wine, let the crisp mountain air purify the connection between my head and heart. I watched the seasons change, watched as the scraggly vines that once trembled in the snow became green and full and replete with promise.
Every so often, I feel nostalgic of that time and place, of that yellow house on the vineyard where my first duty every morning was to open the shutters of the floor-to-ceiling windows, and say good morning to the towering mountains. When I worked from home rather than the office, I'd let my eyes leave my screen and wander out for a moment or two, running over the vines and up to the mountaintops, over the houses and church towers that were stacked along the rows that came in between. Every so often, in the hustle of my days and rapid page-turns of my agenda, I crave that daily connection to elements of nature. I crave being anchored to scenery, of feeling its effect on my mood and my perspective. I love my home, yet I am grateful for all the other homes I have temporarily had, here and there - places that have remained part of me.
From my heart to yours.
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Are you searching for new, creative and space-efficient ways of displaying your wall art and travel mementos?
Here are 5 simple ideas to display artwork at home.
1. Art among your daily objects
This is one of my favorite ways of displaying art prints or photographs – in the path of your daily gaze and daily activities. Your hands might be busy stirring a sauce or foaming milk for your morning cappuccino, while your eyes take a micro-moment to flit over a piece you’ve collected for your haven.
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2. Leaning and layered
Not a fan of hammering nails into wall or fussing with a planned-out gallery wall? A creative solution that is always appealing to the eye is to display your art on wall shelves, bookshelves or furniture. To achieve an interesting visual effect (while also saving space), you can layer the art such that they partially overlap. There is no right or wrong way to do this – how you mix and match sizes, in what configuration you group the art and how closely you pack the space is up to your personal style. This is a great strategy for non-committal folks, as you can easily change things up with the seasons. If you run out of space on shelves or furniture, the floor is also an option.
3. Classic gallery wall
A traditional gallery wall in a room, hallway or staircase in your home is sure to dress up any space and to give your eyes lots to look at on a daily basis. You can go with a classic look – a symmetrical grid with uniform frames and sizes, or you can mix up the frame sizes, thickness, colors and matting, while still focusing on maintaining an airy, harmonious look. If you don't opt for a full grid, you could choose to align the top or the bottom of your frames, or you can stagger their height. If you do vary the frame sizes, you can choose one larger focal point in the middle of the set – or not! If you really want to make a bold statement, you can spread your gallery wall out from floor to ceiling. It is up to you and your whimsy.
4. Mixed gallery wall
A mixed gallery wall kind of combines principles 1 and 3 – a gallery wall of frames intermixed with objects that vary in color, size and depth. Think of a clock, a ceramic piece, a sign, antique finds, a mirror, a wall hook, a planter, a sconce... You can mix decor and practicality by adorning your wall with stuff you actually use (like your pots and pans) interspersed with art. That's what I've done in my kitchen and it makes me happy at least 3 times a day!
5. Easels
Easels are a simple way to display art prints on surfaces like counters or furniture when they are not easy to lean (depending on their style and size). In fact, I think they're somewhat underrated! Acrylic or metal wall art, for example, can look very nice when placed on a small easel on a surface. Larger easels can also add an artistic flair to your space. Easels, like shelves, allow you to easily switch around your art display as frequently as you feel like it.
I hope you enjoyed these tips for creatively displaying art in your space!
Which of these can be found in your own home?
Favoritism is a real thing.
In an ever-growing collection of photographs, there are a few that are special to me and that I am especially happy to see you adopt for your home.
1. Laguna Mia
Venice, of course. My lagoon, my soulmate. I remember the day perfectly. I can still feel the damp lagoon air on my face and tangled in my hair. I was alone – my favorite way to be in Venice – and I was close to one of my favorite places in the city. I was taking my time to get there, making sure to look thoroughly around and take in everything along the way. The air threatened rain, but Venice and I have a pact on that, so of course it didn’t rain. Two gondolas, a bridge and the perfect reflection. I felt as though I’d just captured a painting. I knew it was special to me before I even saw it on my computer. Laguna Mia encompasses so much of what I love and so much soulful atmosphere in a single shot. It is the cover of my (unpublished, stay tuned) book on Venice. It has my heart.
2. London Bulbs
Not long ago, I wrote a post about this photograph, as part of my “Made Me Look” series. London Bulbs is sentimental for a multitude of reasons – finally a trip to London, and one of the first photographs where I consciously thought that my eye had developed into something new, in capturing a mood and a pattern. I remember feeling as though I had caught something special just there. London Bulbs is so memorable for me that it forms a subtle background to my business cards (thanks Alati design atelier!).
3. Barcarolle
Another “firefly” I caught in my palm. Another moody day on the water. I took this photograph in Bari, southern Italy, one of my favorite port towns. I wrote about it as part of my “Made Me Look” series, and you may have caught a glimpse of it in my “Adriatica” blog post, because I had it made in acrylic for my maritime-inspired office. Veni Etiam was already in the works but not publicly unveiled when Barcarolle was taken. I remember discussing it with someone who said they thought a lone boat was so melancholic. That’s interesting, I told her. I find it so powerful. It is a meaningful photograph not only because I adore boats, port towns and Italy, but because of the power I perceive in its melancholy.
4. Malinconia
You may have guessed from the title that a touch of melancholy lives in this scene as well. I love this photograph for its colors, the reflection, the ropes and buoys, and the light. It was one of those rare shots where I only took one variation of it. I have it framed in my office. It reminds me that old, weather-beaten, rustic souls can be beautiful.
5. Converging Boats
There was so much that was beautiful about the small fishing town of Bermeo in the Basque Country. It was a cloudy afternoon, but all the colors of the village and the docked boats livened up the scene. I walked slowly along the marina as locals enjoyed their lunch at several small restaurants facing the sea. I looked down and found a dock with vibrantly colored boats, tied to the same anchor. Their harmonious position and colors made me stop in my tracks. I have never seen anything like it since.
6. Gondola
The tide was coming in. Waves were already spilling onto the wooden docks. The gondolas rocked and rose and fell with the unsettled waters, banging against the wood against their will. There were very few people around by the Canal; the fish market further away was in full bustle. I walked up a gilded gondola and caught its reflection in the puddle the tide had left. I love this photograph because of the unexpected reflection, and the way that each return to Venice offers me a new view to experience and cherish.
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For the English version, click on YES! Vous avez une collection d’affiches et de photographies que vous avez l’intention d’encadrer depuis longtemps. C’est un projet que vous reportez encore et encore…pour une journée pluvieuse, ou peut-être jusqu’au printemps…et avant que vous vous en aperceviez, vous voici au début d’une nouvelle année et finalement votre project d’encadrement fait partie de vos résolutions. Je ne vous blâme pas pour cette procrastination. Pas du tout. Je vous comprends. Cela peut être intimidant de naviguer dans le monde de l’encadrement – il semble y avoir tant d’options, de tailles et de styles. Vous ne savez pas à 100% ce que vous aimeriez avoir. Vous n’êtes pas sûr de ce que vous aimeriez encadrer en premier, comment faire correspondre le tout, quelle dimension de cadres choisir et où les trouver. J’ai deux bonnes nouvelles pour vous. En premier, rien n’est permanent. Cette raison devrait éliminer toute incertitude paralysante et faire avancer votre projet avec facilité. Deuxièmement, il y a des experts qui sont là pour guider vos choix et pour vous aider à obtenir un produit que vous adorez. J’ai demandé l'avis à deux experts à Montréal Caroline & Mathieu – propriétaires de la charmante boutique déco et d’encadrement “Affiche en Tête”. Voici leurs 5 conseiles pour encadrer votre art. 1. Au diable les règles! En décoration, il est plus important d'avoir une idée ferme du résultat qu'on veut obtenir. Un cadre d'apparence criard peut s'agencer à merveille dans une pièce décorée en conséquence, pourvu qu'on s'affirme dans ses choix stylistiques. On doit toutefois se rappeller que les couleurs vives ont tendance à fatiguer l'oeil à la longue, en plus de se décolorer si exposées à la lumière naturelle pour de longues périodes. 2. Conversation ou Archive? Protéger votre oeuvre d'art. Le terme ''Qualité Archive'' peut s'appliquer aux encres, aux papiers ou aux adhésifs. On pourrait croire que ces matériaux sont plus durables, parce que le terme archives évoque un objet à l'épreuve du temps... sans prendre en compte les conditions qui sévissent dans une archive. On parlera plus de matériaux de conservation lorsque vient le temps de faire un encadrement. Aucune encre ne peut résister à elle seule à la lumière UV, c'est pourquoi le verre UV fut créé. Pour toute matière qui sera en contact avec votre oeuvre, on recommande de s'assurer qu'ils seront sans acide, afin de ne pas faire jaunir votre papier ou décolorer vos encres. 3. Avec ou sans passe-partout? Sans compter l'aspect esthétique, un passe-partout sert principalement à conserver votre oeuvre en la séparant de la vitre. En effet, certains procédés d'impression laissent les encres plus en surface, et votre oeuvre pourrait se retrouver collée contre la vitre au gré des changements de température et d'humidité. Si vous voulez faire votre assemblage vous-même, il est recommandé d'utiliser un ruban simple-face sans-acide (encore ces mots), et seulement dans le haut de l'oeuvre. Ceci assurera qu'il n'y aura pas trop de tension sur le papier lors des changements de forme occasionnés par les changements climatiques. Coller tout le tour n'empêchera pas le papier de faire des vagues, de toute façon. La taille du passe-partout dépend de plusieurs facteurs, mais il est toujours plus prudent d'y aller plus large que plus fin. Votre oeuvre respirera dans son cadre, et l'oeil pourra faire abstraction des autres éléments du cadre au gré de l'observateur. De sorte, même une toute petite oeuvre pourra avoir un gros impact dans votre collection. 4. Vitre, plexi, anti-reflet, hmmm? Toute oeuvre en papier requiert une vitre (ou un plexi, pour les grands formats). Le verre d'encadrement est généralement plus fin que ce qui est disponible chez le vitrier, ce qui réduit les chances de bris pour un cadre antique ou trouvé. L'acrylique peut être suggéré dans le cas de cadres de grande taille, puisque qu'il est plus léger et incassable, à la même épaisseur que le verre. Une fois le bon produit identifié, plusieurs enduits s'offrent à vous, allant de la protection UV pour la conservation (encore?) des couleurs fragiles, le dépolissage (moins populaire de nos jours) et les traitements anti-reflets. La plupart se combinent, ce que l'on appelle généralement des “vitres musée.” Étant donné le coût de ces traitements, il est recommandé de laisser les pros faire le montage pour vous, afin de vous éviter un bris à la manipulation. 5. Choix de moulure Il faut se référer au truc #1 pour ce dernier conseil. Littéralement n'importe quelle moulure peut faire l'affaire dans une multitude de décor, il suffit parfois de les choisir avec assez de panache. Osez, trouvez votre voix. Les deux seules indications importantes que cet article peut vous donner sont au niveau de la largeur de la moulure et sa profondeur. Pour des raisons de sécurité, assurez-vous d'avoir une moulure assez solide pour soutenir le poids de la vitre que vous utiliserez. Si vous voulez une moulure fine «de face», il faudra alors tricher en prenant une moulure plus profonde, de style boîtier.
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And, just like that, 2016 is behind us. What a year and what a ride!
One of my absolute favorite things about having such a large collection of prints is that I get to see which ones make you look twice - which ones you end up choosing for your own space. Often, it's a print that's never been ordered before, making it sort of one of a kind. Other times, it's a crowd-favorite. What's fun is that the crowd-favorites change from time to time. Here are the 13 places and compositions you loved most this past year. Morning Air
All was quiet as the old town slept (Corfu, Greece)
Fine-art paper | canvas | aluminum | acrylic | wood Dopo la pioggia del mattino
A quiet Venice awakens after a gentle morning rain
Fine-art paper | canvas | aluminum | acrylic | wood
Biosphere
The steel dome is a unique and iconic sight for locals and visitors of Montreal
Fine-art paper | canvas | aluminum | acrylic | wood
One Way or AnotherHaunted Silos
Agios Stefanos
A taste of heaven on the northwestern edge of Corfu
Fine-art paper | canvas | aluminum | acrylic | wood Strength & Hope
The sky and the waves, in fervent conversation (San Sebastián, Spain)
Fine-art paper | canvas | aluminum | acrylic | wood
I love watching your reactions when you leaf through my prints at shows, and the feedback you send me on Etsy or via e-mail. I love to add a touch of nostalgia and inspiration to your daily space. Thank you for giving me the chance to do so!
From my heart to yours.
Celebrating all things handmade in Canada, Makeology is a community of Canadian artisans who come together online and offline to sell their beautiful local creations. Makeology was founded in 2013 by Melissa Lowry and has since developed a great reputation and a growing following.
Every month, a Makeology online market features the work of several artists according to a theme. To kick off 2017 in style, this month's theme is "white" and I am thrilled that Veni Etiam Photography is one of the artists being showcased!
"Elegance" my black and white photograph of blossoming magnolias is featured in the January market as a round metal print. The metal disk measures 10x10 inches ( cm) and is made of brushed aluminum. The photograph is printed directly on the aluminum sheet with special UV-protected inks. All the white in the image remains raw aluminum, so it takes on a silver hue. The texture of the brushed metal adds a stunning dimension to the image; it shimmers when the light catches it and tricks the eye into thinking that is might be a hologram!
Like all the metal prints in my new "Full Circle" collection, "Elegance" on a round disk comes mounted on a wooden floater frame backing with a wire. This means it could be hung with a single nail with no fuss. The result is that the disk pops off the wall in a sleek, modern way.
To celebrate the launch of the "Full Circle" collection, Elegance and all other round cut metal art in my shop starts at $99. If you join the VIP list, you immediately receive a 20% coupon that could be combined with this limited-time offer. Don't procrastinate! Shop here or find a limited number of prints on Etsy.
To see all the beautiful creations that are being featured this month, check out the Makeology online market or follow them on Instagram. I love to discover all the talent and all the beautiful things being produced by loving hands in Canada! Thank you Makeology for the feature and for encouraging art that's made in Canada.
Staying true to Veni Etiam's core themes of travel, nostalgia and of the home as a sanctuary representing a person's inspirations and dreams, exciting new product lines are sneaking into the collection just in time for the new year. These new, lovingly designed creations will be unveiled in Montreal this weekend (December 10-11th) at the Etsy Holiday Market. Wood coastersNow wood prints are not only available for your wall, but also for your table! You may choose between two black and white collections: the Montreal series (Biosphere, MTL, One Way or Another, Winter on the Plateau) and the International series (Cobblestone, In Galleria, Lincoln Park, London Rain). Each square coaster measures 4.25 x 4.25 inches and is made of water-resistant birch plywood with slip-proof cork corners on the bottom. The natural hues and grain of the wood come through, making the images darker and moodier, enhancing their artistic feel. Coasters will be added to my Etsy shop next week ($40 CAD), so consider favoriting my shop to keep an eye out! Round cut aluminum wall artAluminum prints will soon be available in a round cut! Stay tuned for the launch of the "Full Circle" collection. Just like square and rectangular formats, these brushed aluminum prints come with a floater backing (wooden frame with a wire) so that they pop off the wall in a sleek, modern way. They are ready to hang with a single nail. No fuss, just daily inspiration! If there is a print from the aluminum collection that you have been eyeing and would like to custom order it in a round cut, just drop me a line. Featured here is "Winter on the Plateau" in 12x12 inches ($99 CAD). It will accompany me to the Etsy Holiday Market this weekend if you'd like to see it in person. Pencil casesThe travel writer in me just had to venture into this project! Pencil cases (which are actually large enough to hold other items, if you have no use for pens and pencils) with some of your favorite travel scenes, from Montreal, to Venice, to the sea, to urban life and nature. These soft, sturdy cases (9x4 inches) are made to resist fading with use. They are zippered and lined with canvas. Keep an eye on my Etsy shop after this weekend to order your favorite ($25 CAD).
I have always been a collector. I think this is partly because I am introspective and welcoming of the twists and turns of life, observant of how the crisscrossing of paths and the comings and goings of key people leave their stamp on us, molding us a little each time. Collectors collect for the good of the soul, because there is something strangely poetic and satisfying about surrounding yourself with tiny tokens that embody your experiences, travels, loves, dreams, inspirations, values and contemplations. In a way that is more biographic than materialistic, I have discovered great joy in expressing myself through a curated collection of items old and new. No matter where I have lived, for how short a while or in how small a space, what I loved most was creating a home that represented, inspired and uplifted me. I haven't always been a photographer. Rather, I dreamt of being a writer and studied to be a scientific researcher. I wrote often and a lot - it was like thinking and breathing, but on paper. My writings have also been collections - non-linear and spontaneous, my pen itself unknowing of the words that flowed until the sentence received its period. I told my notebooks all my stories; neither lines nor margins mattered, nor the fact that I was actually starting to fill the back pages of my science notebooks, spilling closer and closer to the front, until the creative thoughts met the scientific thoughts somewhere in the middle. I pursued part of my graduate studies in Europe, moving from country to country as part of an unconventional international program. It allowed me to travel, to discover new lifestyles and cultures and to continuously expand my personal collection - postcards and magnets, inspirational quotes and funky beer coasters, faded train tickets and other memorabilia - these arguably unsophisticated items happily mixed with more valuable ones: local art and ceramics, home design items and prints... What I loved, who I loved, where I loved and what I dreamed of encapsulated in a number of items that traveled with me like a growing circus, requiring the acquisition of a new suitcase with every leg of the journey. Those pivotal years also enabled me to write my heart out and to fall in love with a new form of storytelling and collecting -- photography. Photographs are stories. They are collections of micromoments, places and people that touched us. Whether they are our own or another's, some photographs strike a chord in us, make us stare a little while longer. That is because they represent how we see the world, how we live, how we love and how we dream. Through my love for collecting and storytelling, I developed my photography to the point where I became known for not even going to the grocery store without my camera. I shared them with friends and family, gradually expanding my audience. Like-minded people felt something when viewing them, and urged me time and time again to "do something with them". I launched my business with this passion at heart - the passion for stories, for travel, for that special way a place can play on your heartstrings, for the feeling that home is a sanctuary that should reflect and inspire you. I have created pre-made collections or sets of fine-art prints, based on places, color palettes and feelings that flow together. These collections are currently only available in my Etsy shop and can be shipped to you or picked up in person if you're in Montreal. In the spirit of collecting what represents YOU, you could also put together your own personal collection by ordering a custom set of prints. If you follow me along on this blog and Instagram, you'll get to know some of the stories behind these photographs. Which prints make you dream and reminisce? Is there a collection that fits with you and your home? Let me know what inspires you - I always like to know!
What is time but an illusion? We expend such energy measuring it, chasing it, fighting it...yet it rolls on. Time demarcates our days, structures our memories, defines our experiences, enhances our worth and influences our decisions. It pushes and propels us, wearing us thin, both haunting us and delighting us with its passing. Sometimes I wonder what it would be like if a day were timeless. If clocks shattered and hours and minutes had no meaning. If the sun stayed high in the sky and churchbells fell silent. A silly thought, it just wouldn't work, would it? "Fragmented Time" was snapped in Chicago, USA exactly one year ago, almost to the day. If I look back, as time prompts us to do, I can immediately tell what has changed in my life, what has grown, what has gone and what has remained. If "Fragmented Time" speaks to you, you can give it a space on your wall, no matter your style of decor. Fine-art print, metal print, acrylic, wood or canvas - we've got you covered. Maybe you can hang it where your clock hangs ;) P.S. Follow me on Instagram!
In preparation for the Etsy Fait au Québec show - coming up this weekend in multiple Canadian cities including Montreal – I thought it would be a nice occasion to finally create some greeting cards out of my photography, since clients frequently ask me about cards. As a writer, I would love to actually write messages inside these cards, but in order to first test out the images and the product itself, I decided it might be wise if these first limited edition greeting cards were blank, creating the opportunity for your words to take center stage. That being said, I still wanted to do something special and meaningful with these cards, to celebrate the act of giving and receiving, of making time to say what we feel, of communicating the old-fashioned way, and the simple act of treasuring our loved-ones. In light of this, I have decided to launch an initiative called “Cards for a cause” and to donate proceeds from my card sales to a cause I hold dear. My wholehearted goal is for this to become a tradition (with a different cause every year), so I will need your support in making this happen! Partly because September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and partly because it is a cause that is meaningful to me, I have chosen to donate to Ovarian Cancer Canada. Ovarian Cancer is considered the deadliest women’s cancer, largely because it is not easily detected in its early stages. The symptoms are easily confounded with other diseases and often detection is only confirmed once the disease has begun to spread. Additional research is needed to improve screening methods in order for ovarian cancer to be detected reliably and early on. There are different kinds of ovarian cancer and several risk factors, including family history of female cancers. Ovarian Cancer Canada has been working hard in recent campaigns to increase awareness of the disease and to educate women to become familiar with signs and symptoms, with the hope of increasing the likelihood for early detection. I will launch my new greeting cards this weekend at the Etsy Fait au Québec Montreal market, held at the Technopole Angus on Saturday (10am to 6pm) and Sunday (10am-5pm). If any cards are still in stock after the event, I will add them to my Etsy shop and you will be able to purchase them online. They are impressively vibrant, square, 6x6 inches in size (including a white border) and blank inside for your heart’s message. They feature many of the popular images from the Veni Etiam Photography collection, as well as some images that are not part of the collection, such as colorful Montreal or international scenes, foodscapes and daily details. If you really fall in love with these cards and don’t want to give them away, you could also keep them and frame them. Each card with its envelope costs $6 or 3 cards (of your choice) for $15. I hope that you will stop by the market this weekend or, if you’re not in Montreal, that you’ll keep your eye out on my Etsy shop next week.
Together we can make a difference. It truly starts with a big heart and a small step. Thank you for supporting Cards for a cause. Please share this post (or those on my Facebook and Instagram channels) to raise awareness for this initiative and for ovarian cancer. With much love and appreciation, Kristina Following a beautifully fruitful vacation in Greece and Germany this summer, I combed through the several hundreds of #venivacay photographs on my computer and chose the ones that spoke to me the loudest! I have freshly updated the collection (and my Etsy shop) and am excited to introduce the following photographs to you! Each of them is available fine-art print, canvas, acrylic, aluminum and wood, in various sizes. The Perfect SeaAgios StefanosAll My Wishes
Fresh LinenMorning Air
Endless Sea, Endless TimeCape DrastisTethered to YouOne fine-art print of these newcomers will tag along with me at Etsy Fait au Québec Montréal the weekend of September 24-25th. Come see what they look like in person!
Browse the Veni Etiam collection here or on Etsy. When in doubt (about mediums or sizes or frames or decor), feel free to write me and I'll gladly help! Stay in touch! I love stories. I love to write, more than anything in the world. I actually think that my photography developed to complement my writing, rather than the other way around. The photographs you see have a story behind them, and that is why each of them has a title. Of course, some of the titles are totally self-explanatory, whereas others have a deeper meaning, at times in another language (more on that in an upcoming post!). I share some of those stories with you in my "Made Me Look" series, where I tell you about that micromoment where I decided to snap the picture. But, I thought I'd start a series called "What's in a name?" to do just that -- describe the reason for the title. You can follow my new series on Instagram (#whatsinaname_venietiam). If you're curious about a photograph and would like it to be subject of a post, drop me a line! I'd love to hear from you. I thought it would be fitting for the first post to start at the very beginning. Why the name "Veni Etiam"? The concept of Veni Etiam Photography is to bring the feeling, beauty and color of places around the world into your everyday space, to uplift and inspire you, letting you reminisce or dream. I chose the name "Veni Etiam" as it is a Latin phrase meaning "Return again". Each time you return to a place, you discover something new. No place is ever the same (and neither are you), and this is at once beautiful and tragic. "Veni Etiam" is also an expression that has been used in literature to describe Venice. As Venice is my deepest inspiration, this is my tribute to Her. Stay in touch!
It all started at a market I did this summer. A lovely client came by with her husband to purchase a custom set of prints for their home. They patiently and enthusiastically browsed through the hundreds of fine-art prints I had with me that day, commenting on them, comparing them, trying to decide which one spoke to them the most. They debated the decor of the room, the size of the walls, the harmony of various prints. Finally, they settled on a set of three, and when I saw them side-by-side, I felt inexplicably giddy! I had never noticed how harmoniously those prints went together, and the reasons the happy clients gave me for their choice truly made my day. So, thanks to that couple, I thought of this contest for anyone who would like to buy a set of prints (because I love feeling inspired by you!). Participation is simple. If you've purchased a set of prints from me, just fill out the form below. Please make sure to refer to the prints by their title, so I know which ones you're talking about ("the one of the sea" or "the one of Venice" would unfortunately not narrow it down for me!). If you inspire me, you'll win a FREE 8x8 print of your choice. Unlike most things in life, this contest does not expire! Thanks for taking the time to inspire me! P.S. This post, and the form below, are bilingual (English and French). Answer in the language of your choice - we love all languages here. Inspire-Moi!Tout a commencé lors d'un marché artisanal cet été. Une cliente super sympa est venue avec son mari acheter une série d'affiches pour leur maison. Ils ont regardé avec patience et enthousiasme les centaines d'impressions sur papier texturé que j'avais sur place ce jour-là, en les comparant, en commentant, en essayant de décider comment ils les encadreraient. Ils ont parlé de la décoration de leur chambre, la grandeur de leurs murs, l'harmonie des images qu'ils regroupaient ensemble. Enfin, ils ont choisi une série de trois et quand j'ai vu les images ensemble, je me suis sentie inexplicablement heureuse! Je n'avais jamais remarqué que ces images allaient si bien ensemble et le raisonnement des clients m'a fait plaisir. Ainsi, grâce à ce beau couple, j'ai pensé à ce concours pour tous ceux qui achètent une série d'affiches (j'aime ça me sentir inspirée par vous!). La participation est simple. Si vous avez acheté une série de photographies, vous n'avez qu'à remplir le formulaire ci-dessous. SVP assurez-vous de noter les titres des photos, pour que je sache exactement desquelles vous parlez («celle de la mer» ou «celle de Venise» ne serait malheureusement pas informatif pour moi!). Si vous me inspirez, vous gagnerez une affiche 8x8 de votre choix GRATUITE. Contrairement à la plupart des choses dans la vie, ce concours n'a pas de date d'expiration! Merci d'avoir pris le temps de me inspirer! |
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