The personal blog of lifestyle photographer and writer Nathalie Marquez Courtney


June 2016

  • Loulerie for Image Brides Magazine

    Loulerie for Image Brides Magazine

    It was such a treat to shoot the elegant, creative Louise Stokes of Loulerie for the current issue of Image Brides.  Loulerie is a beautiful jewelry boutique on Chatham Street. I was lucky enough to get to hang in their creative space, where they dream up new product ideas and shoot concepts. For an interview with Louise, Continue reading

  • An Evening with Lens and Larder at Kildare Village

    An Evening with Lens and Larder at Kildare Village

    Rhubarb martinis, tangy Irish oysters, pink pickled eggs and charred, earthy beetroot. A salad dressed with bright, edible flowers. Feasting on a giant cut of freshly caught halibut. Buttery potatoes. DIY Irish coffees laced with Teelings whiskey, and heavenly mouthfuls of buttermilk tart. (If you’re hungry and reading this, I’m very sorry.)  Last Friday, Ben Continue reading

  • Birthday Brothers

    Birthday Brothers

    Can’t wait to hang out with these guys this weekend. Noah (mischevious face on the right), turns five today and I’m told a superhero party is on the cards. He’s so teeny and light, but makes up for it by being the most ferocious ball of energy.  Happy birthday Noah! His big brother Ethan will Continue reading

  • Positive Fitness Photoshoot with Liz Costigan

    Positive Fitness Photoshoot with Liz Costigan

    “Promise to become best friends with your body. Treat it with love and appreciation and aim to find your best self.” We had so much fun on this shoot with Liz Costigan , personal trainer, yoga teacher, and all-around amazing, warm, positive ball of energy.  Click through for some more pics! Continue reading

  • Gorgeous Handcrafted Andalusian iPhone cases

    Gorgeous Handcrafted Andalusian iPhone cases

    How beautiful are these? Created by two Spanish graphic designers, they are made using a centuries-old technique.  The Arabian Andalusian technique, known as Taracea, is still being used in Granada, Spain and it involves artisans with both patience and skill creating geometric compositions out of inlaid wood. As explained on Design Milk, “Hardwoods used are Continue reading