Art & Design

Wednesday 07 Mar 2018

Rachel Perry’s Inventive Art

A Glimpse of Her Portfolio And an Interview with the Artist "In making art I am reflecting on what it means to be alive in this world, for myself and for others. If I’m honest, READ MORE →

Thursday 14 Dec 2017

Horse Portraits and Illustrations

On The Farm, Art & Design, Horses

The equine portrait artist Jocelyn Sandor Urban recently added this illustration to her collection of Christmas cards, inspired by the antique barn on our property. (Ample artistic READ MORE →

Wednesday 11 Nov 2015

My Mother’s Pictures

On The Farm, Art & Design

My mother came to visit and, on a whim, took a late-afternoon walk with her camera. The light was doing something magical on the pond. She shot algae looking like galaxies; reflections, READ MORE →

Friday 14 Aug 2015

Sculpture in Driftwood

Art & Design, Horses

Ever heard of the artist Deborah Butterfield? She makes jumbo horse sculptures out of found metal and wood and cast bronze. Her work is in major museums and collections throughout the READ MORE →

Monday 09 Feb 2015

Making Human-Friendly Spaces

Art & Design, Renovation, Book Reviews

What makes a room warm and inviting? What gives a house that intangible quality of charm? Why are some outdoor spaces used and others not? How do you build a town center, an office READ MORE →

Tuesday 14 Oct 2014

Invitation Design

Art & Design, Our Wedding

Invitations set the tone for an event; they're the guests' first taste of the experience. And I love a really beautiful piece of good-old-fashioned mail. For our wedding invitations, READ MORE →

Sunday 29 Jun 2014

Dream Team

Art & Design, Renovation

We're interviewing architects and designers for our farm renovation. Since the project is rather extensive, with several distinct elements—restoring a pond and stream, making horse-friendly READ MORE →

Friday 16 May 2014

Ellen’s Got Style

Art & Design, Style

I’m obsessed with these photos of Ellen DeGeneres’s ranch in the Santa Monica mountains. The earthy, rustic feel, the mix of clean and textural elements—fabulous! Great inspiration READ MORE →