In late February, me and my husband Tanner and some friends traded the Toronto freeze for some California sunshine. Along for the ride was my trusty Canon AE-1, a Christmas gift from Tanner. Check out some of the photos I captured!
While the camera clearly needs some TLC (peep the light leaks), I kind of dig the effect. What do you think? Photography aside, the trip itself was unforgettable. We snagged an Airbnb right on the beach, learned to surf from a local legend, devoured the freshest seafood and produce, and stood in awe beneath the towering redwoods of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Needless to say, I refilled my illustration "inspiration tank".
Basking in the warm weather and soaking up the sun was a much-needed reminder that brighter days are ahead, even when things feel a little gloomy.