Artist Spotlight: Laurie Fisher

As a new series, I'll be highlighting some of my favorite and very now artists. So let's get started!

I've always loved the way art can change your mood and Laurie Fisher's work without a doubt brings cheer. Her eye for color and nod to previous greats like Mark Rothko makes my heart flutter. 

I've followed Laurie for years and love seeing her work evolve, garner more enthusiasts and multiply. For color lovers like me, can it get any better? 

Laurie and her studio are based on Cape Elizabeth in Maine and it's clear much her natural surroundings influence her work of cool blues and sometimes bold tones. The Hubs and I have spent many summers in Westport Point, where his parents have a place and I can't help but feel a tie to Laurie's work there as well. Maybe it's something about those eastern coastal towns but whatever it is I'm here for it.
 

Join me in following this great artist and take a moment to peruse her work this weekend. I promise, you won't regret it. 

Weekday Musings

EATING // Salads for lunch. A personal revelation? Not entirely, but I'm digging it. I desperately miss SweetGreen but there's nothing like it here in Bozeman. So instead of stealing another spoonful of Henry's mac n' cheese, I'm working on adding more leafy greens and finding winners like Goop's Bibb, Avocado and Tuna Salad with Tarragon Dijon Dressing. Any other salad lovers out there? What should I try next?

HOME*WORK // Working with our design forward and very thoughtful builder, I've been honing in on options for a built-in unit for our living room. Pulling inspiration from Dwell and Domino, I think I've settled on these light fixtures and a combination of open bookshelves and a few cabinet doors to hide Henry's growing pile of loot. The final configuration is still TBD, so stay tuned...

CRUSHING ON // Coffee. Out of oat milk, the last few mornings we've been ordering lattes from Treeline online and picking them up at the coffee shop's door. We love our at-home Nespresso but the frothy and deep flavor of their life giving cup is just so delicious and it feels good to continue to support our favorite haunts in the community. 

READING // Busy Philipp's This Will Only Hurt a Little. My GF sent me this book and I admittedly did not know who Busy was but once I started reading this refreshingly candid memoir, I haven't been able to put it down and am quickly becoming the newest member of her fan club. If you're in the market for a new book, give this one a try!

THANKFUL FOR // An escape. We're headed to my parents' cabin this weekend and we cannot wait to get out of town! We're also meeting my brother and his family as well as my mom and stepdad there. We've had Henry home for EIGHT weeks and are very ready to mix it up.

THINKING ABOUT // Date night. Even if it means ordering food in while we continue to shelter in place, the Hubs and I are committed to having a date night once a week for the next six months (#90 on my 101 in 1001 list). It's good to reconnect and focus on us after Henry is put to bed instead of just getting ready for tomorrow.  I'm even going to work on getting dressed for the occasion and pull out a few surprises.

WATCHING // Never Have I Ever. After a week of no TV for a week (#84), the Hubs and I immediately binged this new Netflix series written and inspired by Mindy Kaling and her childhood. Get ready for all the emotions. We LOVED every single episode of this teen coming of age comedy and are crossing our fingers for a second season. 

WEARING // Jeans (or at least sometimes). Every few days, I try on my jeans just to make sure they fit. Pajamas and yoga pants will have you believe all is well and jeans are the perfect reality check.

Alrighty, that's all for now folks. And if you love this pop of color, I highly recommend browsing Frea Buckler's new collection at Smithson Gallery - it's an instant mood booster!

Life by Design

Life lately has been notably slow. Especially as we round out week seven of staying home during the COVID-19 pandemic. But we're making the most of the good weather and sunshine and eating... everything!

With more speed than coordination, Henry's giant Tonka truck is now an outside only toy, the Alison Roman Salted Butter and Chocolate Chunk Shortbread lasted just a few days, we had our inaugural dinner outside on our new Hay outdoor furniture (hooray and on sale!) and Woodley and Henry's relationship continues to grow. As the newly appointed nanny, some days are better than others for our old dog but there's no denying he loves our little boy.

Now how's it shakin' over there?! You hanging in?