mousey
I can’t remember where I found this picture but I recall that it was from an old Alice in Wonderland book… and since I’m still excited about my new rats…
I heart it
Have you gotten on We Heart It yet? I just found out about this site a few days ago (thanks to FerOHHHsh) and I’ve been completely addicted. It’s basically a visual reference of things that are supposed to represent your “heart” but there are infinite uses for it. It could be an easy way to visually bookmark images you see while perusing the interwebs because it links back to the original source. There is a tool that you can add to your bookmark bar to add pics as you browse the web, like Polyvore. (I can’t seem to get mine to work for some reason though.)
The main population on the site seems a bit young and there’s a no nude setting if you want to spare yourself the deluge of T&A all damn day (a lot slips through though… just a warning that it could be nsfw). I found it interesting how my “heart” has turned out. I made a point to stay away from decor and fashion… just to have a little special something for myself outside of this blog. It’s neat to see the things your eyes and mind gravitate towards when you’re just mindlessly clicking on things you like. The inside of my heart is pretty gentle, soft, fixated on the wonders of the natural world… and a little weird. What’s yours looking like? Follow me if you’re on there!
This is also a great way to get exposed to photography and art you may not have had a chance to see otherwise. I am transfixed by these polaroids by Anna Verlet posted on an impeccably curated art blog I had yet to hear about called but does it float. How magical!
Hope you have a beautiful weekend!
two worlds
These pictures are from a series taken in 1954 by Cornel Cappa of 15 year old girls (one in particular) attending their first formal dance at the Naval Armory in Michigan. You know they are beyond excited for such an experience but the young lady focussed upon in the plaid shirt seems so poised for her age. There is such innocence and grace revealed in the photos. Compared to today’s teens… don’t get me started.
Legs only view of 15 year old girls dressed in blue jeans, white thick ribbed socks & saddle oxfords as they eat around the kitchen table.
Teenage girls resting feet at first formal dance at the Naval Armory.
An image search on Cappa shows an amazing career of poignant images. He became a staff photographer for LIFE in 1946.
All of LIFE’s images are availble to view on Google. Congrats to Wendy B for achieving LIFE infamy!
1933
It’s Friday and I’ve been pretty slack with my consistency on posting vintage pics. I watched a bit of Gold Diggers of 1933 last night, an Oscar nominated movie from 1933 featuring Ginger Rogers and Joan Blondell. It was a bit ridiculous but, the clothing was really inspiring. Art Deco abound, glitz, sequins, sex appeal, and babies on roller skates!
This site said this about the movie:
Gold Diggers of 1933 was the first film Berkeley did after his huge success with 42nd Street. It’s also the first of his films with “The Great Depression” as a theme. The first production number of “We’re In the Money” was a clear sign of the times and how money had become such a problem for Americans during the 1930’s. Berkeley was a huge fan of Roosevelt and this number is his attempt to help us cope the the hard times in a similar way to what Roosevelt was doing with “The New Deal”.
1960s interiors
My mom has a ton of books taking up a wall in her house. I wanted to share with you some pictures from a 1965 interior design book called Decoration USA. I love how a lot of the design elements and furniture styles are still relevant today. At least we have steered away from saturating the entirety of a room with a singular bright color. I spared you those eye-burning pictures.
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Yay! Large scale abstract art dominating a room!
one room 2 ways
I wish all the pictures were in color. They sure loved their woven rattan in the 60s. This photo was showcasing the fireplace pit. We still see those dining chairs used today.
good grief
Not a laptop in sight in any of the desk shots – kind of refreshing!
love these chairs!
paparazzi
It’s Friday! How about a picture of a panda photographer!
wee
It’s been a while since a Photo Friday.
26th October 1956: Henry Behrens, the smallest man in the world dances with his pet cat in the doorway of his Worthing home. Measuring only 30 inches high, Mr Behrens has made a living by travelling the world with Burton Lester’s midget troupe. (Photo by Harry Kerr/BIPs/Getty Images).
don’t look down!
Hope you can take a break from the weekly balancing act and enjoy your weekend!
pull!
Everyone’s seen this picture before but I think it’s adorable. They look so happy! Hope everyone has an adventurous weekend!
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