MY NAME IS KIRSTEN

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Whether he is an artist or not, the photographer is a joyous sensualist, for the simple reason that the eye traffics in feelings, not in thoughts.

– WALKER EVANS

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🇨🇿 My one full day in Prague at the start of

Good morning my European friends 👋 Hello from P

Good morning my European friends 👋 Hello from Praha 👋

That’s Prague for my fellow Americans. Doing something a little different and posting a near Instagram just like in those early days. This was my view from my hotel this morning as I opened my shutters after arriving in the middle of the night. Can’t wait to share and explore more over the next month.

The first part of my trip is hosted by @visitcz and @traverseevents and then the final week or so is up in the air as I make plans for a long-overdue catch up with friends. Keeping the name of my hotel a secret for now since I’m currently traveling alone. But rest assured all will be revealed sooner or later here or on my blog. I look forward to inspiring you in all the ways you too could enjoy Czechia aka Czech Republic 🇨🇿 Hope you will turn on notifications and follow along as I share. ❤️ Thank you in advance for your support [now, and always]. 😘 #traverse22 #visitCZ #praha🇨🇿 #praguecity #shotoniphone

So much may change, so much has already changed, b

So much may change, so much has already changed, by the death of one individual. I keep thinking about that this morning. Holding space for those who grieve. Holding space for those who do not feel sad for reasons that aren’t unreasonable.

Just finished the largest project of my career cre

Just finished the largest project of my career creating 72 different videos for a client and phew, I am EXHAUSTED. But also excited! To now switch gears into planning a return to the Czech Republic in September. I was there in 2017, only for the day, to visit Český Krumlov. This time I’ll be visiting Prague, Brno and returning to South Bohemia for longer than a day! What would you like me to find out, and share with you?

From my last visit: “No one photo can capture the complexity of this place which was designated UNESCO #WorldHeritage in 1992. The Vltava River bisects the town which is dominated by its 13th-century castle sitting above on a sort of bluff. Gothic, Renaissance and baroque elements are all found in the castle and in the town. The castle has a 27 acre garden and an original 17th-century baroque theater with stringed puppets intact. I was enthralled with the panoramic views of the old town and river from the castle but eventually I made my way down and into the Old Town. There I found 📍Antique Starožitnosti, a sublime store that is a virtual time capsule of the best bits and bobs made before or during the 1930s in Europe. I also loved 📍Krumlov Anka, a store selling hats & caps from all eras, made in the country since 1799. And 📍Papa’s Living Restaurant is a cozy place with very friendly staff, tucked into a spot on the river where we sipped pints of the local beer before diving into a delectable lunch. 🇨🇿 #ČeskýKrumlov #visitcz #visitczechrepublic #unescoworldheritagesite

On Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, @louisvuitton has

Just saw @ellenjoy26 & @an_uptown_girl’s #equalo

Just saw @ellenjoy26 & @an_uptown_girl’s #equalopportunityforphotos idea and I adore it. Feels like the old days when this was a photo sharing app only.

So here’s a recent photo I just really like. It’s how it captures a place that feels both European and yet so California at the same time that makes it for me in addition to also just being - I think - a lovely photo. This was captured during a hosted brunch with my partner on a side of town we rarely visit on a day we are normally doing errands. It was nice to venture further afield and surround ourselves in newness for a few hours.

The food was excellent too 😉 a true bonus 😋

📍 @cobis.la in Santa Monica

📷 Shot on @sonyalpha a7R II and 50mm f/1.8 lens

Several locals made my latest trip to Iceland give

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🇨🇿 My one full day in Prague at the start of

Good morning my European friends 👋 Hello from P

Good morning my European friends 👋 Hello from Praha 👋

That’s Prague for my fellow Americans. Doing something a little different and posting a near Instagram just like in those early days. This was my view from my hotel this morning as I opened my shutters after arriving in the middle of the night. Can’t wait to share and explore more over the next month.

The first part of my trip is hosted by @visitcz and @traverseevents and then the final week or so is up in the air as I make plans for a long-overdue catch up with friends. Keeping the name of my hotel a secret for now since I’m currently traveling alone. But rest assured all will be revealed sooner or later here or on my blog. I look forward to inspiring you in all the ways you too could enjoy Czechia aka Czech Republic 🇨🇿 Hope you will turn on notifications and follow along as I share. ❤️ Thank you in advance for your support [now, and always]. 😘 #traverse22 #visitCZ #praha🇨🇿 #praguecity #shotoniphone

So much may change, so much has already changed, b

So much may change, so much has already changed, by the death of one individual. I keep thinking about that this morning. Holding space for those who grieve. Holding space for those who do not feel sad for reasons that aren’t unreasonable.

Just finished the largest project of my career cre

Just finished the largest project of my career creating 72 different videos for a client and phew, I am EXHAUSTED. But also excited! To now switch gears into planning a return to the Czech Republic in September. I was there in 2017, only for the day, to visit Český Krumlov. This time I’ll be visiting Prague, Brno and returning to South Bohemia for longer than a day! What would you like me to find out, and share with you?

From my last visit: “No one photo can capture the complexity of this place which was designated UNESCO #WorldHeritage in 1992. The Vltava River bisects the town which is dominated by its 13th-century castle sitting above on a sort of bluff. Gothic, Renaissance and baroque elements are all found in the castle and in the town. The castle has a 27 acre garden and an original 17th-century baroque theater with stringed puppets intact. I was enthralled with the panoramic views of the old town and river from the castle but eventually I made my way down and into the Old Town. There I found 📍Antique Starožitnosti, a sublime store that is a virtual time capsule of the best bits and bobs made before or during the 1930s in Europe. I also loved 📍Krumlov Anka, a store selling hats & caps from all eras, made in the country since 1799. And 📍Papa’s Living Restaurant is a cozy place with very friendly staff, tucked into a spot on the river where we sipped pints of the local beer before diving into a delectable lunch. 🇨🇿 #ČeskýKrumlov #visitcz #visitczechrepublic #unescoworldheritagesite

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