"On the Surface"

It was such a treat to join Barbara Vaughn (affectionately known as "BV" to her family and friends), at the Dolby Chadwick Gallery in San Francisco last evening. The reception celebrated the commencement of her exhibition titled "On the Surface" at the gallery, showcasing a new collection of her exquisite photographs. From her travels across the globe (such as the Greek isle of Paros to Martha's Vineyard to Amsterdam), BV has captured the reflections of various bodies of water that come to life in the form of abstract patterns and shapes, akin to those you might find in the work of Pablo Picasso or perhaps Henri Matisse. They are truly statement pieces that will leave the admirer inquisitive and transformed to a state of bliss. Be certain to view her work at Dolby Chadwick Gallery, on display until May 30th. Bravo, BV!! xx

Above: A personal favorite, Apokopes 1, a piece influenced by the modernist sculptor Alexander Calder. 

Welcome "Home"

Wishing more than anything that I could be home today for all the excitement of welcoming the teams arriving for leg 6 of the Volvo Ocean Race. I'm giving a huge hometown welcome from the west coast to especially Team Alvimedica, who arrived last evening, placing 5th in leg six. Although not their best result or best leg of the race, there is something particularly memorable about sailing that leg from Itajaí, Brazil to Newport, Rhode Island (over 5,000 nautical miles). It's a proud day for us locals and the sailing community.

Summer

Sunset dressing? Summer style? I was thinking about booking my annual summer trip back home yesterday and this Vogue UK June cover is most enticing. Summer, is really, just around the corner. Virgin America has got some great deals for late summer escapes, ending tomorrow!

The Met

All eyes this morning are no doubt on the fashion and fun from last evening's Met Gala. It was hard for me to find a dress I liked; there was too much skin and fuss for my liking. (Although some of the few standouts in my book included Sienna Miller, Julianne Moore and Jordan Dunn). Instead, I'll find my fascination in the above photo from the Met Gala in 1960. Guests are seen dancing in front of a statue of Aphrodite at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.