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CUT and DRY is a photography blog about lifestyle, creativity, travel and food.
2023-02-03 14:29
We live in an ever changing world - uncertainty, unexpected losses, and challenging situations are part of our lives and can cause stress and anxiety. Let's face it, any major life change ca… Read More
2022-12-30 14:54
Hello everybody, I hope you're having a wonderful holiday season! As 2022 winds down, I just wanted to thank you so much for your continued support and encouragement all these years. Cu… Read More
2022-11-18 20:51
A a photographer, sometimes I have people contacting me to use my photographs.So this past July (July 3rd, 2022), a magazine editor reached out asking for permission to use two of my p… Read More
2022-10-21 18:13
Hello everyone! Happy Friday! It seems ages since I last wrote a blog post; and I am sorry for that. As you may know, I love photography. However, it's safe to say that it is not easy being… Read More
2022-08-05 13:40
Hello everybody! Omg, it has been ages since I last posted anything on my blog. My apologies for this. In fact, these last couple of months I've been through a lot; including family he… Read More
2022-04-08 13:49
{Girl on a bike downtown Athens, Greece.}Hello my dears! Happy Friday! How are you doing? I finally get back to blogging after a long break.A while ago, I had the opportunity to catch u… Read More
2021-12-17 15:52
Hello my dears! So, despite the pandemic let's spread more hope and love this Holiday season. Even though another Holiday season will be different and difficult for many, my friends, we all… Read More
2021-11-26 15:14
Hello everybody, Happy Friday! I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends. So, whenever I find myself forgetting the joy and fun in life, I go to cultural and tradit… Read More
2021-10-01 13:37
I will admit, I don't have much of a green thumb. In fact, I am the most reluctant gardener. But because I do enjoy picking fresh herbs straight from my kitchen "garden" I've decided to grow… Read More
2021-09-03 14:09
Hello my dears! Hope y'all are doing well. I know it's been a while since I posted on here as I've been down for the past three weeks; sometimes things get so out of control...stress, family… Read More
2021-07-30 14:20
Home isn't a place; it's a feeling. That said my home holds so many memories for me. Sometimes I feel my parents' presence, as if they were still alive. It's such a strange feeling. In… Read More
2021-06-25 14:58
Hello everybody! I hope you are all doing well. Remember, the weekend is a time to relax. I'm pretty sure you will be able to find something that really interests you and I hope you take tim… Read More
2021-05-28 13:29
So, in my childhood days, summers meant everything. For me, summer is all about beach and nature, wildflowers, longer days and peaceful sounds of crickets at night. When summer is in f… Read More
2021-05-07 13:27
"Life is inherently risky. There is only one big risk I should avoid at all costs and that is the risk of doing nothing. ~D. WaitleyI really like this quote because it stimulates and motivat… Read More
2021-03-19 20:38
I have always loved Street Photography, but it wasn't until late 2018 (at the turn of 2018 and 2019) that I actually started to get dedicated to that genre. Having always lived in Europ… Read More
2021-03-12 15:05
My dears, I hope you're all well, staying safe and healthy during this pandemic.There are times I lie awake at night wondering what might our future hold. What will the world look like after… Read More
2021-02-19 23:09
Hello everyone! Hope you are all staying safe and healthy during this difficult time. I, personally, have been coping with an uncomfortable facial skin inflammation, a rash, or perioral derm… Read More
2021-01-29 15:15
When lockdown was announced, I realized that my life would have to change. Let's accept it. Life has changed because of the virus. Ahh, how I would love to travel, not sure when or if that w… Read More
2020-12-18 15:31
The 2020 holidays are likely to be far different than our past celebrations. We are in the midst of the virus pandemic - limiting our ability to gather - and this can be a fearful, painful… Read More
2020-11-13 16:54
Stanley Forman's famous photograph "Woman Falling from Fire Escape 1975".Stanley Forman was a well-known photographer working for the Boston Herald when he attended the scene of a fire. But… Read More
2020-11-06 15:03
My lovelies, Happy Friday! So I've always enjoyed eating dinner in the living room. Of course, Sunday dinners around the table were a family tradition and a staple of my childhood - but it's… Read More
2020-10-23 14:02
{The Vulture and the Little Girl. Original title: Struggling Girl, 1993 by South African photojournalist Kevin Carter.}The vulture is waiting for the little girl to die and to eat her. … Read More
2020-10-09 14:36
So excited that fall is here.In fact, I'm just excited about everything autumn! Now that I'm not going out much due to the pandemic, cozy blankets, hot chocolate, cracking flames are th… Read More
2020-09-25 14:48
Happy Friday y'all! Almost everyone wants to be happy. The truth is, bliss isn't a permanent state my friends. But what is happiness, really? Happiness is subjective. For me, bliss… Read More
2020-09-18 13:36
When it comes to personal goal setting, I do tend to write them down. I start by writing every single goal I want to achieve on my Goals List (I love lists!).However, writing down your goal… Read More
2020-09-04 14:18
Pathetic Fallacy is giving human feelings to something non-human. It's a form of personification. For example, the weather can be used to reflect a person's mood.I woke up to a sunny da… Read More
2020-08-14 13:37
I stayed up late last night thinking about the future; mostly about time. I got so caught up with my thoughts that I could not sleep.Will the future be a better place for all humanity? What… Read More
2020-08-07 13:53
A wedding during the pandemic. Coronavirus can't keep couples from having weddings during the pandemic. Here are some great tips on how to get started for couples planning their we… Read More
2020-07-24 13:29
Summer is upon us and lots of energy and excitement is in the air despite the pandemic. Summertime is a great time to enjoy outdoors.Remember, practicing social distancing, avoiding gatherin… Read More
2020-07-17 13:35
{Comics by Matthew Inman}The Oatmeal. A funny website to visit when bored.Have a good weekend! xxThe Oatmeal Read More
2020-07-03 15:44
{Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel, Athens, Greece.}Summertime is upon us, and with the ongoing pandemic I've been figuring out how to connect with friends while trying to stay safe. In fact… Read More
2020-06-26 13:34
So the other day I decided to leave my house to take a walk around my neighborhood. Just wanted to breath in the fresh air since the weather is quite lovely. Had to cross to the other side o… Read More
2020-05-29 13:51
Title: New York - United States - January 01. LIFE photographer Margaret Bourke-White making a precarious photo from the Chrys. I've always admired the courage of some people and the pa… Read More
2020-05-15 14:02
How are you doing? In the times of Coronavirus everything feels too hard. Fear-driven behavioral changes, low mood and anxiety. It seems like things I previously enjoyed no longer hold the s… Read More
2020-05-01 17:09
Happy May Day, everyone! I hope y'all are doing well staying safe in quarantine. In the times of Coronavirus...but cannot keep Spring from coming.May day is a national, public holiday in man… Read More
2020-04-17 15:03
My dears, I hope you and your families are safe and well. I have been at home for more than 40 days now. My life has changed. Everyone's life has changed since Covid-19 struck. This is my ne… Read More
2020-03-27 16:16
Mount Edgcumbe House. Cornwall, England, UK. 2015Dear blogger friends, readers and colleagues. We've been thinking of you all around the globe, and hope that all of you and your families are… Read More
2020-03-13 15:05
Sometimes all we need is a little motivation to get you to your goals and helps you live your dreams; to give you the drive and the zest in doing things. Often times I find myself suffering… Read More
2020-02-14 14:58
Okay. Keep sharp while aging by:* Puzzles* Crosswords* Exercise* Learning something newScientists have discovered puzzles and crosswords are an entertaining and fun pastime but can also do w… Read More
2020-02-07 14:48
Hello everybody! I hope it's been a wonderful week! So I've been busying myself with work and lots of wonderful photo walks. Well, I'm excited to have linked to a very talented pho… Read More
2020-01-10 20:30
{Marina Bay Sands Hotel Infinite pool, Singapore. Located on the 57th floor, this pool offers fantastic views of Singapore financial area and if you swim up to the pool's edge, it looks like… Read More
2019-11-29 15:15
{Fluorescent turtle embryo, by Teresa Zgoda and Teresa Kugler. 1st Place, Nikon's 2019 Photomicrography Competition.}Happy Friday, everyone! I wanted to wish you a welcome to the holiday sea… Read More
2019-11-15 15:33
Giraffe Manor Hotel is an unusual hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, surrounded by 47 hectares of woods, in which Giraffes live in their natural habitat.Not a bad idea actually, if only I could transp… Read More
2019-11-01 15:24
St. Lewis based professional photographers Kelly Pratt and Ian Kreidich created this fantastic project DANCERS & DOGS. The 216 page hard cover art book contains exquisite photographs of… Read More
2019-10-04 13:31
Apple picking...Pumpkins.A big pile of leaves.Beautiful foliage.Fall is here, and that means you're probably ready to start decorating for autumn. Take your home from a summer zone to an all… Read More
2019-08-23 18:08
Okay, summertime is coming to a close. Am I the only one who...feels like summer came and went too quickly?As August is winding down and fall is rapidly approaching, it's easy to feel pretty… Read More
2019-08-09 13:42
Everyone is creative in their own way. Creativity is a way of living; it helps you see things differently and has a way of changing things up. Simply put, it is because creativity makes life… Read More
2019-08-02 13:34
Creative types by Adobe Create.Argh, the monotony of everyday life...how can we break up monotony? For me, a great way is to add an element of quirkiness, passion and a splash of beauty in e… Read More
2019-07-26 15:26
Digging through my archives, I found some images of Wisteria. There's something special about tender blue pink wisteria flower. I know wisterias make me happy when I look at them. Did you kn… Read More
2019-07-12 13:42
I have always lived in a city, but I'm a rural person at heart. Sometimes I find myself dreaming about living in a cozy country cottage with a rose garden. I especially...love ivy-covered co… Read More
2019-06-28 14:34
To be honest, I can't say that my favorite season of the year is summer - every season has its pros and cons - so it is difficult for me to decide which season I like most.However,...there's… Read More
2019-06-08 12:02
I have never ever posted on Saturdays as my regular posting is every Friday, but this video is really awesome and wanted to share it with you. Compilation of street photography and music fro… Read More
2019-05-31 14:42
A wall that plays music when it rains. Kunsthofpassage, Dresden, Germany.When the rain starts to fall, this drain and gutter system turns into a spectacular musical instrument. What an aweso… Read More
2019-05-17 14:27
Last night when I was lying in bed with my eyes closed trying to sleep, this question came to mind.What would I like to improve about myself?Well, it's not really one thing; I have many thin… Read More
2019-05-04 00:20
...as well as the body.Photo byI'm one of those people who enjoy walking and I swear by the psychological benefits of my daily outing. I know firsthand that walking improves my mood levels… Read More
2019-04-19 13:34
This morning of Good Friday can't help but remember how magical Easter morning was for me as a kid.I remember the joy of Easter and the anticipation of Easter Sunday. I remember having an Ea… Read More
2019-04-05 19:06
With summer fast approaching, here's an absolutely gorgeous aerial picture of Adria Beach Resort in Italy. This photo reminded me of leisure and fun times...sitting on the beach and listenin… Read More
2019-03-29 14:46
Sliced bread is turning 91 this year! The first commercial pre-sliced loaves of bread were produced on July 28, 1928 in Chillicothe, Missouri, using a machine - the world's first slicing mac… Read More
2019-03-22 14:43
I don't know about you, but I always feel a great uplift in my mood as soon as spring starts showing up. I love all the seasons, but spring is spring - the most romantic season of all!Spring… Read More
2019-03-08 14:58
Wishing a Happy Women's Day to all the incredible women in the world, including our wonderful female photographers and bloggers. xx(Photo of Audrey Hepburn.) Read More
2019-03-01 16:00
While our culture is obsessed with happiness, studies show that chasing happiness can actually make us unhappy. I strongly believe that having a purpose in life is perhaps the main source of… Read More
2019-01-25 15:46
If you're staying at home because of bad weather, challenge yourself and do something fun to deal winter boredom. Here are six fun things I usually do when I'm stuck at home during winter. C… Read More
2018-12-21 13:28
As Christmas is just around the corner, I'd like to take a few moments to wish my lovely readers all the best of the season's greetings. Thank you all for reading Cut and Dry and being a par… Read More
2018-12-07 16:51
I've always believed in homes that are a perfect reflection of the people who live inside. For me, that means a space that is free of clutter, and reflects my personal interests and aestheti… Read More
2018-11-23 17:51
Hello, everyone! Happy (belated) Thanksgiving to all my American friends! Hope you had a delicious Thanksgiving day with friends and family and much to be thankful for!As the holiday season… Read More
2018-11-09 17:04
Have you heard of Vivian Maier? Her photography is truly magnificent! Her photographs elicit so much emotion. She was absolutely brilliant, insightful and forward thinking. I never get tired… Read More
2018-10-26 13:48
Having a voice is crucial; women's voices are more than important in today's world and need to be heard.There's a saying that goes like this: "I write for those women who don't speak, for th… Read More
2018-10-19 13:28
Hello, my lovely readers! Some of you may have noticed I've been MIA for the past three months. Here's what happened. Sibling's hip fracture surgery, a week in a hospital, nearly two months… Read More
2018-06-22 13:44
A utility worker giving mouth-to-mouth to a co-worker after he contacted a high voltage wire, in 1967.This emotional photo reminds me of the Dalai Lama's inspirational quote: "Our prim… Read More
2018-06-08 20:00
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to photograph a ballet dancer in a photographic event. We had so much fun during the shoot. Here are some photos I made, if you'd like to see...Hope yo… Read More
2018-05-25 17:18
Aah, it's time for the weekend! Is it just me, or were the last couple of months just so crazy? Crazy busy, crazy full, crazy hectic.So. I'm really focused on optimizing my images, my enviro… Read More
2018-05-18 13:38
So I was browsing the Internet the other day and I stumbled upon a rather interesting article.Oscar Wilde once quipped: "All women become like their mothers. That is... their tragedy. No man… Read More
2018-05-04 14:57
With the weather warming up, there's almost nothing better than a nice big bowl of ice cream, especially gelato to help cool you down. Yum! Gelato, that Italian dessert staple, is ice cream… Read More
2018-04-27 15:27
I don't usually share about my personal life here on the blog, but I began to realize that it's time for me to open myself up a little more to readers, in an effort to be authentic.So. I was… Read More
2018-04-13 20:15
In case many of you do not know, I am big on being a Seminar person. I particularly love attending seminars on relationships and well-being. Good seminars offer the opportunity for me to gai… Read More
2018-03-23 16:19
It's a dull and dreary morning but the sun is on the way...so I thought I'd share some sunshine photos with you.After all, it's officially spring! Tuesday, March 20 this year is the first da… Read More
2018-03-16 16:43
On Wednesday we said goodbye to Stephen Hawking, one of the greatest minds of our time.Nebula Over the Beach.He once said, "It would not be much of a universe if it wasn't home to the p… Read More
2018-02-09 16:07
I've always believed that a few small things can cheer up our space and give our home a new look.Here are 3 simple ways to spruce up a room:1. Indoor Garden.Consider to create a lovely all-y… Read More
2018-01-26 16:21
Today it is cold and rainy out.This day just begs for an inspiring wintery photo to be viewed along with a nice cup of tea. Winter is upon us. And while it is not typically my most beloved s… Read More
2018-01-19 17:41
I'm a huge fan of green salads, but how to eat them when it's cold. So here I am, shivering at my desk with my hands wrapped around a hot cup of coffee and the last thing I want is...a cold… Read More
2018-01-05 14:36
Hello everybody! I hope the New Year brings with it a fresh start for you all and a sense of rejuvenation and success in every area of your life.Remember, don't let go of your dreams.Have a… Read More
2017-12-22 17:53
For some reason Christmastime always makes me feel nostalgic. At this time of year I tend to recall Christmases of the past, perhaps those of happier times. December brings back some of the… Read More
2017-12-08 17:21
One thing I have learned from some extremely happy (and healthy aging) people is to keep on learning something new throughout my life. There's big satisfaction to be found in learning things… Read More
2017-12-01 14:54
Hello there. Happy December 1st! I hope you all have a great December this year.So, you might have noticed, I haven't posted for a while here and on social media, and I wanted to explain why… Read More
2017-09-22 15:10
Turn your coffee into a treat. A wonderful way to enjoy your cup of coffee - if you're not a coffee purist!Pour a shot of hot espresso coffee into a small glass, and top with a scoop of Vani… Read More
2017-09-15 15:16
Happy Friday to all of our lovely CUT and DRY readers out there! I love Fall and all the crisp goodness that goes with it. Having said that, I do look forward to Autumn, but I have to admit… Read More
2017-08-25 16:08
What's not to love about blueberries! They are delicious, versatile, low-calorie and pair quite well with many other foods. Loaded with nutrients and antioxidants, these tiny gems can also b… Read More
2017-08-18 17:34
Dogs are notable for being loyal, patient, and capable of pure love. There's a saying that goes " Life is great...dogs make it better.""The reason I dedicate myself to helping animals so muc… Read More
2017-08-15 17:08
Visit: GALLERY. WEBSITE.I enjoy to shoot images in multiple genres of Photography, but...I tend to gravitate toward:B&W Street PhotographyDocumentary Photography Fine Art… Read More
2017-08-13 15:13
Hello out there! It's been a very busy couple of weeks, but I do take time to enjoy some wonderful moments along the way.Like this...Hope you have a beautiful weekend! xxThis shelter&n&hell…Read More
2017-08-11 18:09
I'm so thrilled to have linked to a remarkable street photographer today, Karolina Trapp! Karolina is astoundingly talented. Her voice is original and unique. She is an absolute inspira… Read More
2017-08-04 14:15
Happy August! Aah, summer is the time for the beach, leisure, being outside, fishing, ice cream, beachy hair, music festivals, family getaways. It's the season completely devoted to good thi… Read More
2017-07-21 15:37
Here at Cut and Dry we believe life only gets sweeter with age. Well, as I get older, I tend to recall blissful times of the past in "vivid colors". In fact, my brain seems to be wired to re… Read More
2017-06-23 14:45
Need dessert and need it now? This simple, single-serving recipe is perfect for those moments when you are desperately craving something sweet. Healthy, simple, and delicious. You can… Read More
2017-06-16 13:55
Hello! I'm back from a two-month blogging break, which was by far the longest break that I've taken since starting Cut and Dry eight years ago, holy smokes. It has been forever since I've wr… Read More
2017-03-31 16:28
Westerdok District, Amsterdam, Netherlands. {Click on to enlarge.}When I first visited Amsterdam over 10 years ago, I was really impressed by the Golden Age bridges and canals, houseboats, w… Read More
2017-03-17 15:19
Strawberry Pavlova.Hello everybody! Despite the (almost) frigid temperatures, it feels like Spring!It's the perfect time to bake fresh, light, fruity cakes and treats.Celebrate the season wi… Read More
2017-03-10 16:05
Dairy-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream recipe is so easy and very healthy. It only contains four ingredients. It is just the sort of dessert to please everyone.This recipe comes… Read More
2017-03-03 15:30
I'm amazed and humbled every day again about this blogging adventure. Blogging has become an important part of my life. I never dreamed that blogging would enhance my world in so many ways… Read More
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