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Below is a selection of highlighted work from my portfolio. You can also view a complete collection of my current year’s portfolio here; read my columns and regular contributor work here; and see examples of my graphic design work here.

48 hours in austin

48 hours in Austin — The Telegraph

AN INSIDER GUIDE TO THE WEIRD AND WONDERFUL CAPITAL OF TEXAS — AUGUST 2019. A city for musicians, artists, hippies, entrepreneurs, hikers and bikers The capital city of Texas is a lively and eclectic metropolis, where tech entrepreneurs rub elbows with musicians and artists, and hippies who have lived here since the Sixties sit on… Continue reading 48 hours in Austin — The Telegraph

One Fine Day in Austin

One Fine Day in Austin — WestJet Magazine

THE TEXAN CAPITAL SITS AT THE CROSSROADS OF ECCENTRIC AND HIGH-TECH, WITH A MIX OF ARTISTS AND ENTREPRENEURS — JUNE 2019. Here’s your guide to spending a perfect day in this quirky city. Read the full article at http://westjetmagazine.com

Guatemala for First Timers — The Telegraph

A guide for first-time visitors to Guatemala — March 2019 Find out when’s the best time to visit, what to expect and what you can get up to in the Central American country Guatemala may well be the perfect Central American destination, with its rich cultural heritage, large areas of protected nature and wildlife, important… Continue reading Guatemala for First Timers — The Telegraph

G Adventures — Epic Movie Train Rides

5 CINEMATIC TRAIN RIDES — AND HOW YOU CAN (SORT OF) TAKE THEM; January 2019 Hollywood has long had a love affair with train travel — as have other movie-making epicentres. Whether in sweeping romantic sagas or dystopian murder mysteries, some of the most epic trains of all time have been depicted in all their glory… Continue reading G Adventures — Epic Movie Train Rides

Austin Woman — Rachel Hollis, Cover Story

Media Mogul Rachel Hollis is Putting Roots Down in Austin, december 2018 Podcaster, blogger, bestselling author, motivational speaker, conference guru, media mogul and mom Rachel Hollis is inspiring women everywhere with her unapologetic confidence and authentic approach to embracing life’s chaos. Rachel Hollis might be a newcomer to Austin, but the native Californian feels like she grew up in… Continue reading Austin Woman — Rachel Hollis, Cover Story

Texas Lifestyle Magazine — Australia’s Great Barrier Reef

A Bucket List Dream Come True; October 2018 It’s the biggest single structure made from living organisms on the planet, so large that it can be seen from outer space. The world’s largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef is made up of more than 2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands, stretching for over… Continue reading Texas Lifestyle Magazine — Australia’s Great Barrier Reef

Fodor’s Travel — Female Mariachi Bands of San Antonio, Texas

This once male-dominated musical genre is now led by female mariachi bands that are blazing new trails in San Antonio, Texas; April 2018 The Texas city of San Antonio has a rich history and culture, with Native American, European, and Mexican influences. With this multi-cultural heritage, San Antonio has created a vibrant food, art, and music traditions.… Continue reading Fodor’s Travel — Female Mariachi Bands of San Antonio, Texas

American Craft Magazine — The Lure of Lisbon

Portugal’s colorful capital offers a brilliant array of craft, ancient and modern, April/May 2018 Though craft enthusiasts often flock to Portugal’s many and varied regional destinations, the capital, Lisbon, has traditional craft spilling out of almost every nook and cranny, from the intricate tile murals covering buildings to the handtatted lace adorning shop The Lure… Continue reading American Craft Magazine — The Lure of Lisbon

Insurance & Financial Meetings Management — The Chef’s Choice

Hot Food Trends and Techniques to Turn Any F&B Event Into a Memorable Experience, October 2017 T he legendary red carpet is rolled out. Limousines pull up alongside it. When their doors open, fashbulbs pop and cameras zoom in. One by one, hundreds of celebrities walk the carpet into one of the most celebrated events… Continue reading Insurance & Financial Meetings Management — The Chef’s Choice

Canadian Traveller — From Anchorage to Fairbanks by Rail

Feature Story: Alaska, July 2017 As the train pushed through the dense evergreen forest, the conductor’s voice crackled through the intercom system. “Folks, we are approaching a spot that, with the beautiful sunny day, is going to give us a clear view of Mount Denali,” he said. “If you’d like to move to the viewing… Continue reading Canadian Traveller — From Anchorage to Fairbanks by Rail

GoEscape by USA Today — Maritime History Comes to Life in Mystic, CT

Goescape Magazine by USA Today, May 2017 A perfect shaft of sunlight falls through the rafters to the man below on the sawdust-strewn floor, who is carefully planing a long piece of wood by hand. The large, two-story building is quiet except for the whooshing sounds of the artisan lost in concentration at his craft.… Continue reading GoEscape by USA Today — Maritime History Comes to Life in Mystic, CT

Unlikely Advocates—Green Living

Unlikely Advocates: Green Living Magazine — April 2017. The dark, cold water laps softly against the shore of vibrant grass, dotted with thick stands of spruce trees. Snow-capped mountains and majestic glaciers stagger the backdrop, peeking out from the rolling mist that envelops the land. A black bear, grown fat on salmon, ambles lazily out… Continue reading Unlikely Advocates—Green Living

Raise Emotionally Intelligent Children—Coaching Connector

Raise Emotionally Intelligent Children: The Coaching Connector — March 2017. It’s often said that being a parent is the hardest job you’ll ever have — made even more challenging in today’s fast-paced world, where so many things compete with both your and your children’s attention. There seems to be endless methods and styles of parenting,… Continue reading Raise Emotionally Intelligent Children—Coaching Connector

The Write Stuff—Modern Woman

The Write Stuff: Modern Woman Magazine — November 2016. When it comes to sending holiday cards, many people simply sign a name, stamp an envelope and ship it off. But the holidays are all about connecting, and one way to do that is by taking a bit of time to create a personal card. “Handmade… Continue reading The Write Stuff—Modern Woman

The Mighty Jungle—Andrew Harper Traveler

The Mighty Jungle: Andrew Harper Traveler — October 2016. The term “jungle” may have devolved over the years into more categorically correct definitions, but the ideas and images it conjures remain: lush, primeval gardens shrouded in exotic mystery, swallowing civilizations whole and locking out the rest with walls of tangled vines and perils both real… Continue reading The Mighty Jungle—Andrew Harper Traveler

Austin and the Hill Country: Texas Monthly

Austin and the Hill Country: Texas Monthly — June 2016. There’s undeniably something special about Austin and the surrounding Central Texas area. From the city’s creative, friendly, fun-loving culture to the natural beauty and outdoor recreation found in the Hill Country, there are plenty of good reasons why this area is growing so fast. Read… Continue reading Austin and the Hill Country: Texas Monthly

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