The personal blog of lifestyle photographer and writer Nathalie Marquez Courtney


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  • The August Break 2014

    The August Break always arrives at exactly the right time. There’s just something about this time of year that’s insanely hectic, and Susannah‘s month-long photo project offers the perfect opportunity to step back, slow down and focus on one simple thing a day. And this time, it comes with daily email prompts, which, as a huge Continue reading

  • Stormy Weather

    It might be stormy and rainy, but I’m feeling very fortunate that I still get to feel safe. There are some pretty heart-breaking, terrifying things going on in the world right now, it’s hard not to get overwhelmed. I had a very different post planned for today – one that involved pics of cocktails, and exclamations Continue reading

  • Learning on the Job

    I  love this post from Jason Grant and never has it been more true than right now. I’m really learning how important – and exciting – it is to get out of your comfort zone and collaborate in ways that enable you to learn and grow, scary as that can be. Continue reading

  • The Sweet Taste of Summer

    One of the highlights of the summer so far: A BBQ at Lesley’s allotment, featuring steak and nectarine skewers (yes, really!) and delicious, freshly picked strawberries for dessert. Continue reading

  • A Fond Farewell

    Six months ago, I didn’t know Ajda, food stylist extraordinaire and a funny, genuine, tells-it-like-it-is kinda gal, who is also a total sweetheart. She’s off to pastures new, and I can’t wait to see what she does next. Ajda is a wonderful example of how brilliant blogging has been as a way of meeting likeminded souls, Continue reading