childhood: in black and white {part 2}

Continuing with yesterday's post, this photo captures that same lightness of childhood. When was the last time you jumped rope...for fun...with someone else?

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childhood: in black and white {part 1}

I don't know who to give credit to for this lovely black and white photograph capturing one of those moments in childhood when something so small feels so fun. The carefree existence of children is something I wish we all could embrace a little more so that we could take ourselves a little less seriously, laugh a little easier, and regain that fresh perspective that we all possessed as kids.

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uncovering an old family photograph - priceless!

What a lovely surprise it is to see an old family photograph for the first time. Recently my mom's cousin shared with her a photograph taken when they were both children growing up in Bangkok. The photograph captures the moment in time now long gone, but provides us with a glimpse back in time. I love being able to see my mom and uncle as little kids and my grandparents when they were in their prime. How it makes me wish I could just jump into that moment!

Isn't this a lovely scene?
My mom is the one in the white dress.
She's adorable!!

national hug your cat day 2013

Today is the first time I heard of National Hug Your Cat Day, but it's the kind of "holiday" I can get on board with. For all of us feline lovers, we know there's nothing like the comfort of a cat. They don't show their love to just anyone - theirs is a trust that must be earned - so when it is, it's all the more sweet. No matter if you're young or old, the friendship of a cat is always cherished. 

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black and white photography: cats

Perhaps it's because our feline friends are so incredibly photogenic, but they seem to be the subject of so many wonderful photographs. I know my own ginger tom does actually pose for photos. He seems to enjoy having his photo snapped! Here are some beautiful black and white photographs that capture the movement and stillness of their cat subjects.

by Edouard Boubat, 1972

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a picture speaks a thousand words

I came across this photo on Pinterest, and I think it's stunning. I love this boy's peaceful expression. Isn't it beautiful? Do you remember listening to the ocean in a shell when you were little? Wasn't that a wonderful sensation?

I wish I knew who took this photo!

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our feline friends, part 2 {black and white}

Of course kiddos aren't the only ones who have feline friends. Here's our part 2 in the "Our Feline Friends" series - a little selection of fun black and white photos of some older cat lovers.  

Steve Martin and one fat cat!

Hemingway - the ultimate cat lover

the Dalai Lama and one beautiful feline
sentient being

I love this photo for the
pure humanity it captures, and the cat's expression is priceless...
maybe something like, "Squeeze nice, but so tight!"

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our feline friends, part 1 {in black and white}

Cats and kids...what a wonderful combination both in life and in the art of photography. These black and white photos capture so much emotion - just look at these children's faces - you'll see a range of calm, comfort, and joy. 

one shoe missing and he's holding
onto his kitty quite tightly...
I wonder what this boy's story is 

someone looks awfully happy!

so sweet

so funny!  what do you think these
two characters see?

this one is my favorite - volumes are spoken in this photo
"Pure Laughter" by Amith Nag

a love of music: never too old, nor too young {part 3}

Here's one more installment of amazing black and white photos capturing musicians and music lovers. 

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a love of music: never too young nor too old {part 2}

Here are more beautiful, touching, and funny black and white photographs that capture the truth: we're never too young nor too old to develop a love of music. Some of these are just priceless!

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a love of music: never to young, nor too old {part 1}

Music is one of those things in life that you're never too young nor too old to enjoy. Regardless of what one's preferences in music are, the important thing is to find the music that moves you, that inspires you. I love these photos and how they capture their subjects immersed in the sounds of music. 

photo credit: Joan Vendrell

stripes: black and white {photography}

The boldness of black and white stripes combined with the crispness of black and white photography creates such a beautiful dichotomy, a timeless combination. From Audrey Hepburn in a simple striped shirt to her as Eliza Doolittle in a beautifully elaborate costume from "My Fair Lady". From zebra stripes to stripes found in more everyday object and scenes. Gladly, black and white stripes are here to stay.

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smile: photography in black and white

I came across this adorable photograph on Pinterest recently, and every time I see it, it makes me smile. I love the  expressions of both the little boy and the dog. Just look at the dog's eyes! What do you think he's thinking?

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black and white photography: leap

I love the way these black and white photos capture the motion of their subjects mid-leap. Some are stunningly beautiful, some are full of whimsy, but all are great photos.

Don't these incredible shots make you want to jump?

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