The very last day of my trip back east was spent with Leslie. I met her through blogging about five years ago. I have to say that the people I have made friends with through visiting their blogs and writing back and forth with are just as wonderful in person as the are in their art, words, and photographs. Leslie beauty shines through all that she does!
I awoke to this Cardinal singing in the treetops outside. We don't have these birds out west, and I have always wanted to see one. I never knew they had such a beautiful song! There was also one at Karen's house when I stayed their earlier in the week... Leslie took this photograph and sent it to me after I got home.
Leslie's studio is filled with inspiration and collections.
Everything invites creativity.
This fabric with the bird on it caught my eye.
And so did this old clock.
We speant our afternoon at "terrain" at Styer's. It is owned by the same people who created anthropologie. You can definately see similarities in the designs and decorating.
The lighting was amazing...
Here is Leslie in the mirror.
I loved the green everywhere and these bowls.
And here is Leslie with her camera.
This fountain was next to us while we ate.
Our lunch was lovely.
She took this of me. Having fun for sure.
And with these images I was on my way home. Hopefully I will go back next summer!
Stay tuned, next week I will share with you springtime in Qouthern Oregon!
I have had the pleasure of Leslie's company and all I have to say about what you wrote is: That's Leslie, for you!!!
These are the people who make life so much sweeter. People with heart, tender at the core.
So glad you had the opportunity to witness her!
Posted by: Isabel Augusto | May 16, 2012 at 11:11 PM
Looks like a wonderful last day of your trip, Roxanne. Your photos are so lovely, it feels as if I was there too.
Posted by: robyn | May 15, 2012 at 08:03 PM
Is there anything more rewarding than meeting in person a long held blog friendship!!
It looks like you and Leslie had a fabulous time, I would guess you will be venturing to NY again and again...perhaps one day I can meet up with you there too!!
x..x
Posted by: Stephanie | May 15, 2012 at 01:45 PM
I'm lucky enough to know Leslie too!
She is a star.
So glad you had a wonderful time together
and here's hoping we get to meet and chat when you next come to the East Coast
all best wishes
Posted by: elizabeth | May 15, 2012 at 03:34 AM
Sigh...New York through your eyes looks so pretty and exciting. I've never been there but in my imagination it never looked this good. Thank you for sharing your trip with us. Looks like you had a wonderful time.
Posted by: katiejane | May 13, 2012 at 02:36 PM
Hey Roxanne,
What a delightful day we shared! I only wish it had been an entire week! You are exactly as sweet and joy-filled as I have come to know you through your blog, and I look forward to the day we meet again!
Posted by: Leslie M | May 12, 2012 at 04:41 AM
What a great series of images Roxanne. The joy that you must have experienced in this visit is reflected in this post. Love the photos of you both taking photos in the mirrors.
Posted by: Seth | May 11, 2012 at 06:39 AM
What an amazing trip you had, Roxanne! Beautiful photos here again, too, as usual. You have such a magical touch with the camera. And it's always a treat to catch a glimpse of your lovely, happy face!
xoxoxo
Posted by: Angela Recada | May 09, 2012 at 06:09 AM
love the dueling photos of you and Leslie in the mirrors. you look so happy!
Posted by: mansuetude | May 08, 2012 at 12:39 PM
Perfect last day in New York with blogging friend Leslie! I love the mix of photos from Cardinal to quiche. You have shared New York through your own creative eyes...a gift to us all!
Posted by: mary ann | May 08, 2012 at 08:45 AM
Fabulous post, but then yours always are!
So many wonderful things you've shared. I adore that bird on the crayon tin,,and of course the heavenly bowls!
Seems so surprising to learn you don't have Cardinals there, so common in this part of the country.They are wonderful songsters, yes!
Posted by: babs | May 07, 2012 at 06:30 PM
Well, you look absolutely lovely!
These photos are so... warm and organic!
I met Leslie over a year ago when she was out here to teach a class. WHAT a wonderful person! You and I are lucky. Yes we are.
No we just need to meet each other!
Posted by: Chris | May 07, 2012 at 02:11 PM
gorgeous Roxanne - every one
I too love that green
it surrounds me now - lace above, velvet below
with luck I will see Leslie next week!
xox - eb.
Posted by: eb | May 06, 2012 at 07:52 PM
What Roxanne- what a trip you had and what gorgeous photos these are. So artfilled and creative! Just love the lush colors and the decorations of everything you took photos of- including the beautiful bird! So happy again that we met in New York. You were one lucky traveling artist! xo
Posted by: jill zaheer | May 06, 2012 at 05:55 PM
The photos are wonderful - what a great trip! I'd love to have some of those bowls - wow!
And the cardinal is one of my favorite birds - we have a family nested in one of our trees.
xxoo
Posted by: Judy Shreve | May 06, 2012 at 01:52 PM
I love your photographs, Roxanne. They just capture the essence of your surroundings in such vivid color.
Posted by: Amanda Jolley | May 06, 2012 at 01:03 PM