In the seventies, a relatively new writer wrote a novel about a fictional character (Isadora Wing) who was on a journey of self-identity. On the surface, some may fault the novel as a woman’s sexcapades as she searches for the “zipless f*ck.” Yes, there is graphic content in the telling of the story, but it [...]

Flowers are one of my favorite subjects to photograph.  I find the colors and textures inviting, and love the way that a moment of beauty can be captured. The Victorians used flowers as a secret method of communication in their era.  Floriography was a way in which desires and feelings could be communicated in a [...]

OK, after “mucho” encouragement from Chatti Patti, and who I consider my “old pal” Fleur de Lisa (and others) I just can’t stay away.  Thankfully, Powell’s Bookstore coffee bar on Hawthorne Avenue has great java and an “excellent” WiFi signal… I would ask that if you feel the need to “chastise” me, do so privately [...]