We drove out on a friday night. Departing much later than intended [hey don't judge- getting 5 girls together to leave on time is bear impossible for anyone!] and our gridlocked drive was full of music, laughter, and lots of talking. When we finally arrived our “cabin/condo” was a welcoming site greeting us with comfy beds and fireplace just begging to be used! We lit a fire and enjoyed the clear sky full of stars and the fresh, chilly air outside.

The next day was full of adventure! A fishing lesson. A trip into Julian. And the worlds most interesting geocaching experience. Ever. I’m talking path becoming lake becoming cold mushy socks and shoes. But it was all worth it! We had a blast. Made our friends birthday one to remember. And I, well… I soaked up every inch of photo opportunity that I could find! I of course brought my baby- my big ‘ol digital camera. But this weekend was when I got to break in my most favorite new purchase in a long time. My Diana F+.  This cute little plastic toy camera makes my heart skip! Why? Two reasons: it’s pretty + it shoots film.

That’s right. FILM. There is just something about film that I am totally in love with. The look. The waiting. The colors. The surprise. Mix that with the medium format, overly simplistic nature that is the Diana camera and… Swoon…It’s amazing! This first round of photos is all shot on film. It was definitely a re-learning process [I haven't loaded film in years. Let alone medium format film-ever.] but I love the results. Light leaks and all.

These make me smile. From ear to ear to be exact!

I am back from the most fabulous wedding and honeymoon anyone could have ever asked for! Getting married is a whirlwind of excitement, nerves, and complete joy. Our wedding went by so fast, it was like a dream…a dream come true!

Our 10+ day trip to St. Lucia was also an amazing experience. It’s an incredibly beautiful country and provided for some much needed R&R!

Now that we are back, Cynthia Spivack Photography is up and running again and we are looking forward to an incredible 2009 Holiday Season! Stay tuned for some great promotions and free giveaways and of course some much needed posting!

Here’s a quick little peak at the paradise we enjoyed while away:

I hope these photographs bring you some serenity and inspiration too!

For the Fourth of July Holiday, we headed east to my father’s home in the mountains of North Carolina! This has been a place my family and I have had the fortune of having for about 10 years now… and I have always enjoyed vacationing there, smelling the 100% FRESH air, and taking in all that nature has to offer. But, ever since I have “grown up” and left the east coast-it’s not a place I have been able to retreat to as often… yet, I think this has allowed me to truly see and appreciate everything about this magical place {even down to the tiniest blade of grass}.

My father and I have committed to making a summer outing an official “Spivack Tradition” and I am adamant that it be so. My trips out there seem to renew that “nature-girl” spirit in me, relieves any and all stresses, and awakens a deeper sense of creativity and peacefulness within me. I cannot wait until next summer {minus the long travel requirements!!}

Here are a few of my favorite images from my recent trip…

Here’s a few of my favorite shots (there’s more to come)…

it was so beautiful!

Here’s a few of my favorite shots from throughout our “Tour de LA”~

5a beautiful and modern architectural sun dial at the Getty Museum

Ever since our trip, I have gotten a weekly call asking how I am doing (of course) and “where’s the pics from NC?!” Well, I have finally had a chance to sit down and relive all of the fun and memories through my photographs.

Here’s to you Dad:

Man and Dog! (or Dad and Jessie.. whichever you prefer!)

Here’s some of my favs…

Perhaps an even more exciting part of our trip was my excursion to La Jolla Cove. It is such a quaint little “sea town” with some spectacular scenery. Here are some of my favs from this wonderful spot~