Note: I know it isn’t technically the “New Year” now that we are in February, but I broke my foot at the beginning of January and was unable to shoot the image for this post until …
New Year, New Decade, New Story
Petals of Gratitude
I know it hasn’t been that long since I shared my last collection of flower photographs, but I was inspired by a truly stunning Thanksgiving table display made by my friend, and florist, Anna Coy of …
The Biltmore Estate Up Close & Floral
Two weeks ago, we took an autumn drive to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. I thought the trip would be pretty quiet for me. I’d write in the hotels, enjoy the food, and sleep-in while Jon …
Happy Halloween From Cleopatra!
As a half Middle-Eastern woman, you’d think Cleopatra would have been a go-to costume most of my life. But the reality is that I’ve never dressed as her until this very moment. Somehow this costume finally …
What It’s Like To Go Back To School
I’ve finally emerged after four weeks of classes at the New York Botanical Gardens. With quite a substantial amount of reading, homework assignments and trekking to the Bronx, I am done with my first course. And …
At Sea in My Creativity
Everyone’s creativity works in different ways. Some people’s creativity becomes a trickling spring after digging through a well of inspiration. Others take their dreams and turn them into realities one sketch at a time (Karl Lagerfeld …
Meet Juliana, the Brilliant Artist Spreading Good Juju!
I know some amazing women. Maybe I’m biased, but when I think of all the ladies who have graced my life, many of them are the most inspiring, beautiful people I can think of. These women …
A Lesson in the Japanese Art of Ikebana
My trip to Japan was incredible and full of many memorable moments. Unsurprisingly, one of the things I enjoyed the most was taking a lesson in ikebana – the unique and minimalistic art of flower arranging. …
Pow! Bam! A Wonder Woman Weekend
This weekend I have two events as Wonder Woman, and while I’m super excited to wear my costume, I always get nervous about it. It’s a silly stage-fright thing that I’ve always had, but try as …
The Dark Side of Creativity
Making things, in my opinion, is one of the most fulfilling occupations you can do in life. Whether it’s expressing yourself through art, building cars, or creating products, it’s the satisfaction of making something out of …