This photo of me was recently taken in my workshop and studio by Laurie Gaboardi, an award-winning photographer who leads the photo department at The Litchfield County Times/Housatonic Publications.
A great big thank you to Laurie for doing a wonderful job. Believe me, capturing this artisan perfumer on camera is a huge accomplishment. Those who know me well will attest to my camera shyness. So I truly appreciate Laurie's professionalism and marvel at her extraordinary talent.
The photo was shot to accompany a piece I wrote for the Valentine's issue of Housatonic Home about artisan perfumes. It was entitled, "An Insider's View of Artisan Perfumes," and it was the publication's featured story--which appeared right smack in the center of the magazine.
My friends and I joke that I have now, at age 46, finally become a centerfold girl!
But all kidding aside, I am so grateful to Doug Clement, who is executive editor of The Litchfield County Times and a host of other newspapers, magazines and special supplements that fall under The Litchfield County Times and Houstonic Publications umbrellas, for inviting me to author the educational piece on artisan scents. (Doug is my former boss from the days when I worked as Style Editor for the County Times.)
When I get a spare moment, I will post the article here. I don't think the paper hosts issues of Housatonic Home online, so I can't immediately link you to anything.
Thank you, again, Laurie and Doug, for helping to spread the word about the world of artisan perfumes and their exciting renaissance in this 21st century.
In case you are wondering, in the photo I am smelling--or shall we say "experiencing"--Aurel. It's one of my favorite creations, and its inspiration came from a summer's night I once enjoyed near the town of Aurel, which is located in the High Provence region of France. The perfume features ylang ylang and jasmine absolutes--and a few other magical, natural ingredients. It is my best-selling scent, so far.
In my mind's eye, I can still picture that inspirational evening... .
Ahhhhhh revoir, mes amis.:)
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