What IS a preservationist? I personally like the definition provided by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which says in part that a preservationist is someone who “champions and protects places that tell the stories of our past”. This post is the first in a series where we will meet people who are preservationists, whether…
This is my newest personal favorite shot (it will last until I have another new favorite!) I love when I am able to use things to help frame a photo of a home, like the tree and stone wall in this instance. I find it makes for a much more interesting picture. Since I haven’t…
This beautiful Victorian home is located in the Boulevard Historic District, one of three historic districts in West Hartford, CT. After I posted this on Instagram last week, I learned that this home has been extensively renovated in recent years. Historic preservation at work! I think they have done a marvelous job and I especially…
I took a photo of this charming home in early September but just posted it to Instagram this past week – I think I knew everyone would enjoy it during the winter when we are buried in snow and enduring freezing cold temps! Deb CohenMy name is Deb Cohen, and I am a lifelong resident…
Anyone who knows me knows that I am not a big fan of winter and though I have lived my entire life in Connecticut, I haven’t learned to embrace the cold like some others do. No skiing, snowboarding or skating for me! Winter is the time for survival until spring rolls around again, and I…
