Marfa, TX | Camp Bosworth

So, you may have heard of Marfa, TX because of this little gem...

Yep, it's the little town with the Prada store art installation (the store is actually never open). In addition to this quirky foray into Land Art, the town of Marfa, TX has become quite the artist enclave. You can watch a recent 60 Minutes piece on the town here.

One of the art galleries featured in the 60 Minutes vignette was the artwork of Camp Bosworth - I was told to watch out for them, since he used to be roommates with my cousin back in his Dallas days. Well, excuse my language - but his shit is dyn-o-mite!  Check out these gun carvings that double as bars...

I also found his online shop of great little art pieces here. There are a few I might be able to afford!  Here are some of my faves:

 

Adding Marfa, TX to the travel list pronto!

More Augusts!

Today, the lovely Caroline Fontenot posted an amazing blog of photos from Pam & Jason's wedding.  I've been stalking her blog for a few weeks now just waiting for this post!

I wanted to share a few of my favorites here...but make sure you head on over the full blog post to check out all the hilarious dancing photos, as well.



Isn't this such a cute idea for a photo?! Love it!




Funny story here: I was going to get a hanger like this one for Pam, but she had already gotten one for herself and me, as well.  Besties really do think alike :).




Jackie's amazing shoes to honor our favorite rocket scientists!!




I think these photos from Pam & Jason's "First Look" are my favorite.  They really capture the love and emotion these two have for one another :).




This one is kind of funny b/c you can see me holding down Pam's veil with my foot... don't worry, she asked me too.



Wedding Par-tay.



Isn't the decor loverly?  I love the look of this long head table.

 Oh, and if you haven't seen Pam's bridal portraits or the couple's engagement sesh, add it to the list of generally awesome things to look at.

ACL Line-up announced!

It looks like a winner.  I can't believe 3 day passes sold out without the line-up even being announced!  Love me some ATX...and, apparently, other people do too.  If I'm able to make it down for the festivities, the following artists (in no specific order) will be at the top of my "to see" list:

1. Spoon - the new album hasn't totally grown on me yet, but maybe I'll like the songs better when I see them performed live.

2. Black Keys - one of my favorite live shows I've ever seen. ever.

3. Local Natives - heard great things about their live shows. I'm a sucker for a good harmony.

4. M.I.A. - more bass than you could ever imagine. And her outfits are always spectacular.

5. Amos Lee - haven't listened to him in a while, but it might be a nice, relaxing break between rock acts.

6. DAWES - love love love their most recent album, but I haven't seen them live yet.

7. Asleep at the Wheel - classic country.  I love every time I get to see them because it takes me back to my roots, y'all.

8. The National - love their albums. Matt Berninger has such an insane voice.  I would love to hear it in person!

Brookadelphia.

Brookadelphia is one of the Etsy stores I ALWAYS visit, ever since I saw my friend Jen wearing this Texas necklace (I finally bought myself one last week!).  Texans gotta represent up here in the Northeast... 

I absolutely love Amber's laser cut acrylic accessories.  She also makes some Brooklyn- inspired items.  Once you go Brooklyn, you never go back!  Here are a few more of my faves for your viewing pleasure...

And don't worry you don't have to be from Texas or Brooklyn to enjoy her necklaces!  She will also create customized pieces for your state for just a little extra moolah. Ready. Set. Shop.

The greatest nation state. Ever.

The countdown has begun.  I am so ready for my trip to the Lonestar State.  I can't wait to show off Texas to my boyfriend and indulge in the some of the following...

1. Nature... love Austin for its beautiful hills and places like Hamilton Pool.

2. Mexican food....queso. pronto.

3. Miss Corrie...I get to be a bridesmaid in her Ft. Worth wedding while we're in Texas. Very excited to celebrate and bless her marriage to Marcus.  We've been friends for 15 years!  Wowzas.