Back in November, I did a photo shoot for myself in my parents’ bedroom for fun and to update my profile pictures in various accounts. But I never talked to you all about the photo shoot or shared the results with you. So, here I am, talking to you all about it! As mentioned before, … Continue reading November Birthday Profile Photo Shoot
Author: ruffinjasmine
DIY | “Warm Baked Pastry” Scrub
It’s mid-November and the temperature has already dropped in North Florida. I’ve been subjected to chilly temperatures and a sudden stream of chilly rain that forced me to bundle up in my warmest jacket. Needless to say, it wasn’t fun and I’m not enjoying it so far. But with weather changes come new ideas for … Continue reading DIY | “Warm Baked Pastry” Scrub
Drawing | Leaves & Plant Subjects
Today is my 27th birthday and I’m trying to rest up before I begin my second job this weekend. I’ve been getting back into drawing subjects in my sketch pad during days that I don’t have to work (including days where I don’t pick up extra shifts). The past days have been cloudy and wet … Continue reading Drawing | Leaves & Plant Subjects
Drawing | My Progress & Current Work
In a recent post, I mentioned that I’ve picked up some sketching pencils along with a drawing pad after my work shift so I could pick up drawing again after several months of being out of college. Since then I’ve been practicing drawing techniques and looking for subjects to sketch into my pad. So far, … Continue reading Drawing | My Progress & Current Work
DIY | Cinna-Vanilla Body Scrub
It’s October and I’m already feeling a chill in the early morning air in North Florida. Plus, the Halloween season is getting in full swing as many Halloween-themed stores are popping up for all of the people who want to buy their costumes, decorations, and candy. I’m preparing for the season and weather change myself … Continue reading DIY | Cinna-Vanilla Body Scrub
Picking Up The Pencil | Drawing & Sketching
It’s been months since I graduated from University of North Florida with a degree in Fine Arts and I’ve been busy for way too long. I was starting to feel like I didn’t have time for creativity or I wasn’t making time for creativity and it was really getting to me. I tried bringing a … Continue reading Picking Up The Pencil | Drawing & Sketching
Review | LUSH Magic Crystals Shower Scrub
It’s the first week of August and I decided to give you another product review to start it off! On that note, it’s been a while since I last reviewed any product for you all and I need to shake off some rust. I think you’re going to like this review because it’s on a … Continue reading Review | LUSH Magic Crystals Shower Scrub
Type of Photography I Do | My Thoughts Over The Years
The first week of May has already passed and I’ve gotten two potential job offers after weeks of job hunting with no luck! To calm my nerves and reward myself, I’ve been photographing with my trusty Pentax ME Super and on one particular Sunday, I was able to head to Alpine Groves (my favorite natural … Continue reading Type of Photography I Do | My Thoughts Over The Years
Review | Bar Soaps from Godai Soaps
NOTE: My video review of the soaps can be found here. So I was contacted in mid-February by Ms. Acana about trying a new product based on a video review I filmed months ago about using the Dr. Bronner’s bar soap for my skin. She really liked my review and she wanted me to try … Continue reading Review | Bar Soaps from Godai Soaps
Thrift Store Find: Sports Illustrated 35mm Promotional Camera
Spring started last week and my schedule has been filled with part-time work at the restaurant and preparation for 36th BBQ & Western Event held at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds. I was getting stressed out and I needed to turn back to doing photography again. But this time, I decided to explore the nearest Goodwill thrift … Continue reading Thrift Store Find: Sports Illustrated 35mm Promotional Camera