photography

The Colorful Pattern Filled World of Henry Wilson

Posted on January 23, 2019 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
Raj Niwas Palace at Dholpur in Rajasthan
Yesterday, when single digits here in New England shocked us into acknowledging that winter was just getting started, a post by friend, designer Young Huh, reminded me of warmer destinations. I recognized it immediately as the late, photographer and designer Henry Wilson’s colorful pattern filled home in London.…
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At Home with Carolyne Roehm – Design & Style: A Constant Thread

Posted on October 21, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   16 Comments
We have celebrated Carolyne Roehm’s many talents here before – in the garden, setting the table, the renovation and decoration of her beautiful Charleston home. With the publication of her new book (her 13th !!) Design & Style A Constant Thread, we can now marvel at the constant thread that has been at the core of all her creative endeavors throughout the years.…
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2018 Winter Antiques Show

Posted on January 24, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
Ellie Shushan at the 2018 Winter Antiques Show
Kicking off the season with a bang, the 2018 Winter Antiques Show opened with what felt like a reenergized spirit. Many of the booths were more decorative, creating enveloping environments for their collections. This was nothing new for Elle Shushan, whose booth is always charming.…
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Cabana Comes to America: Ralph Lauren in Bedford

Posted on January 3, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
Cabana Ralph Lauren Limited Edition
For the 8th issue of their biannual magazine, Cabana comes to America, choosing five of Ralph Lauren Home’s Navajo inspired fabrics (the first time wools have been used) for the covers. Over the years, Ralph Lauren has become such an iconic household name that we sometimes forget the original artistic vision behind the brand.…
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At Home with Dogs and Their Designers

Posted on October 5, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   22 Comments
At Home with Dogs and their Designers cover
When Susanna first suggested that I shoot the photos for her book At Home with Dogs and Their Designers, I dismissed her idea out of hand. While I have always had an interest (photography classes at RISD during college and a few since) and a long career as an art director, I am not a professional photographer.…
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Haute Bohemians

Posted on September 21, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   14 Comments
Haute Bohemians Cover
Miguel Flores-Vianna’s photographs are more than merely beautiful. They are poetic, instinctively capturing the spirit of place and the essence of lives that are lived within. In his new book, Haute Bohemians, Miguel gives us intimate entree into the homes and gardens belonging to many of the most stylish designers, aesthetes and creative talents around the world.…
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The Versailles You’ve Never Seen

Posted on September 19, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   9 Comments
Versailles
You’ve made the requisite pilgrimage to Versailles and seen the storied chateau, in all likelihood with throngs of others. The Hall of Mirrors was glorious, the magnificent gardens sublime but in truth, you saw only a small portion of the great and hidden splendors of the Sun King’s Palace.…
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Happy Labor Day

Posted on September 4, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   2 Comments
Boat on Beach Nantucket
While it’s hard to believe that September is here, I am hoping that all of you are savoring the last days of summer, enjoying the long Labor Day weekend. And while I look forward to the changing of the seasons, it’s always a little wistful saying goodbye to the late light and easier days of summer.…
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Nantucket Friday Favorite Finds VI | A Weekend of Art and Antiques

Posted on August 11, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
James Ogilvy Sesachacha III
In addition to its beautiful beaches and historic charm, Nantucket offers a rich cultural scene for such a small island. This week I had the opportunity to view two lovely venues for art and antiques. On Thursday and Friday, luxury brand consultant, landscape designer and photographer James Ogilvy had a small exhibition of his ethereal landscape photography at a private home here on island.…
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Friday Five Favorite Finds VII

Posted on August 12, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
White Elephant Nantucket
This week’s Friday Five Favorite Finds begins downtown at The White Elephant, the sister property of the Wauwinet Inn, which I recommended earlier in the season. White Elephant NantucketLocated along the harbor, where we started our cruise with the Audrey Sterk-decorated Hinckley several weeks ago, it has the best of both worlds – convenient location and waterfront views with harbor access.…
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