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Film. Fuji Superia 400.

Shadows and light – the best light in my opinion~

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  • Vickie - December 12, 2011 - 7:10 am

    the magic of everydayReplyCancel

  • Daniella - December 12, 2011 - 10:37 am

    Beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Paula - December 12, 2011 - 11:43 am

    How true and beautifully captured here. Love the coffee tones too.ReplyCancel

  • Elisabelle - December 12, 2011 - 11:50 am

    indeed, beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Anne - December 12, 2011 - 2:05 pm

    Very pretty light, and the hardwood floor looks amazing, too.ReplyCancel

  • Pink Ronnie - December 12, 2011 - 11:47 pm

    So beautiful and so very inspiring. I would love to take photos like these…
    Ronnie xoReplyCancel

  • tracey k in ohio - December 13, 2011 - 9:51 am

    Lovely light, indeed. I could see myself curled up in that chair with a stack of books/magazines. The floors look great, too. I love and long for hard wood floors.ReplyCancel

  • Marcie - December 18, 2011 - 10:02 am

    Gorgeous light in these..and nothing beats good ol’ fashioned film!ReplyCancel

  • Suzie - December 20, 2011 - 5:56 am

    definitely!ReplyCancel

Film. Fuji Superia 400.

“She will take a picture of anything……”

If it were just that simple.  Just that easy.  Anything?

To you, it may be nothing.

But for me – there will never be another moment like this one.

Another time when the light is exactly how it is now.

Every moment is unique, special, and is part of the story of my life.  My family’s life.

And so,  I’ll keep my camera close.

Photographing and documenting the simple times. The ordinary, the little details of my life.

Posted in film, home is love
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  • Pink Ronnie - December 8, 2011 - 9:48 pm

    I think it’s these little details that make life so rich. Every one of these shots is beautiful and poignant.
    Ronnie xo
    (Thanks for your kind words…)ReplyCancel

  • traceykinohio - December 8, 2011 - 11:08 pm

    Beautiful :-)ReplyCancel

  • Elisabelle - December 9, 2011 - 1:15 am

    i soooo understand you!

    theses are really beautiful. the light is so soft!ReplyCancel

  • Daniella - December 9, 2011 - 9:59 am

    Wow, these are beautiful, the light and the soft pink colours are just so pretty. I love shots of the “ordinary”!ReplyCancel

  • mary - December 9, 2011 - 10:12 am

    YES! So well said, and simply beautiful shots.ReplyCancel

  • Maegan - December 9, 2011 - 8:35 pm

    I know just what you mean! These are beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • the f girl - December 11, 2011 - 2:58 pm

    And thank you for sharing those moments with us. You catch the light beautifully.ReplyCancel

  • Janice - December 15, 2011 - 12:30 am

    These are absolutely beautiful & amazing.ReplyCancel

  • justine - December 16, 2011 - 3:44 am

    I love your blog and love your style of capturing the ordinary and making it look beautifulReplyCancel

  • Christina - December 16, 2011 - 5:25 pm

    and i am so gad SHE/ my friend does. i happen to love Her photos. ; )
    XOReplyCancel

  • Hien - December 26, 2011 - 8:39 am

    your blog is so lovely, the light is gorgeous and the mood is so calm! so beautiful :)ReplyCancel

  • jenny - January 3, 2012 - 8:27 pm

    i love this post because i do the exact same thing, when i find good light, i want to take a photo of every thing.

    your photos are amazing and you capture light so beautifully. thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

Film. Fuji Superia 800.

The tree is up.

The house smells wonderful.

Lights hung above the fireplace and in the kitchen.

Little feet are covered in socks.

Warm fires every night.

I’m starting to hear the infamous question, “How many days….”

It’s that time of year again.

It’s been a while since I’ve looked forward to the holidays.

This year,  I can’t wait.

 

Posted in film, home is love, the seasons
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  • Rachel Del Grosso - December 5, 2011 - 10:46 am

    Very festive!
    I too cannot wait for the holidays this season, mostly because it’s my first Christmas as a married woman :)ReplyCancel

  • Diane - December 5, 2011 - 11:09 am

    Love your description.ReplyCancel

  • A Box of Chocolates - December 5, 2011 - 3:52 pm

    It’s a fun time of year when you have little ones. A lovely photo and enjoy your Christmas time togetherReplyCancel

  • Paula - December 8, 2011 - 11:04 am

    A delightful festive post! I can feel the excitement building and we can’t wait either :)ReplyCancel

Polaroid 600 Film.

I wish I could tell you a great story about this chimney.  But there are debates about its’ origin.  Some people believe that it was erected post World War II.  And others believe that it dates back to the 1800’s.  I’m sure there are many stories to tell.  Regardless, I love the unexpected beauty of this chimney.

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A quick thank you to Daniella for inviting me to be a part of her “for the love of film” series.  If you have a free moment, you can read my answers to her questions here.

P.S. I’m down to my last pack of Polaroid 600 film ~

Posted in film, polaroid
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  • traceykinohio - December 4, 2011 - 8:39 am

    That IS an unexpected beauty!!! I love finding that kind of stuff. The chimney standing alone gives way to many stories of the imagination. Great post :-)ReplyCancel

    • A. Jarrett - December 4, 2011 - 7:29 pm

      Thanks, Tracey!ReplyCancel

  • Denise | Chez Danisse - December 5, 2011 - 6:14 pm

    It looks so regal.ReplyCancel

Film. Fuji Superia 400.

It’s been a while.  And I have surely missed this space.

I’m slowly making my way back…..

A few links:

+ I’m enjoying Brian’s new book, Quality of Life

+ Amanda’s teaching a new film photography e-course

+ Falling more and more in love with instagram (you can find me: @thesweetlight).

Posted in fall, film, home is love
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  • Amanda - November 28, 2011 - 8:09 pm

    Gorgeous film photos!
    I adore the light in that second one, oh my.
    Thank you so kindly for the link love xoxoReplyCancel

    • A. Jarrett - November 28, 2011 - 8:16 pm

      Thank you, Amanda~ReplyCancel

  • Lucent Imagery - November 28, 2011 - 8:31 pm

    Love love the pot plant photo!ReplyCancel

  • A. Jarrett - November 28, 2011 - 8:38 pm

    Thank you, Lucent!ReplyCancel

  • Rachel del Grosso - November 28, 2011 - 10:27 pm

    These are so lovely!
    I have some “sweet light” film shots that I’m dying to get posted on my blog, alas our Internet is out and I’m stuck to what I can do on my iPhone only :(
    Keep up the amazing work as always.ReplyCancel

  • Diane - November 29, 2011 - 10:40 am

    nice to have you back…beautiful, beautiful photos!ReplyCancel

  • tracey k in ohio - November 29, 2011 - 3:16 pm

    Your shots never disappoint! I love the 2 paintings/drawings of the 2 little girls. Also, I’ve been reading Brian’s blog for a little while and I adore his photography. His book is something he should truly be proud of – it’s amazing! :-)ReplyCancel

  • Anne - November 29, 2011 - 3:55 pm

    The one of the plant next to the curtains is amazing. I love how thick the curtains look.ReplyCancel

  • Mary - November 29, 2011 - 5:26 pm

    Oh comfy little booties!!! And a sweet little piano! I am so jealous. I wish I lived in this soft, cozy place full of natural light that you have!ReplyCancel

    • A. Jarrett - November 30, 2011 - 9:02 pm

      Thanks so much, ladies!ReplyCancel

  • Pink Ronnie - December 6, 2011 - 10:13 pm

    Hi Azzari,
    Just want to say how glad I am to have found your blog via Daniella’s blog. Your photographs are beautiful and the way you capture light is amazing. Blogs like yours inspire me to get into film photography! Thanks for sharing such wonderful images from your life.
    Ronnie xoReplyCancel

    • A. Jarrett - December 8, 2011 - 9:02 pm

      Thanks so much, Ronnie! I appreciate your kind words~ReplyCancel

  • Miguel - February 17, 2016 - 3:42 pm

    Smad-kcab what I was looking for-ty!ReplyCancel

  • Aditya - February 17, 2016 - 4:30 pm

    Sharp thnngiik! Thanks for the answer.ReplyCancel

I’ll be back soon, promise.

I’m still in a season of change, but things are settling down nicely.  I hope that you are well!

 

Posted in digital, Food and Drink, home is love
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  • Rachel Del Grosso - November 14, 2011 - 1:27 pm

    Beautiful. Just beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • tracey k in ohio - November 14, 2011 - 3:50 pm

    So simple, yet so beautiful. Love the table cloth. I have a couple that were my grandmother’s. Love them :-)ReplyCancel

  • Marcie - November 20, 2011 - 8:14 am

    Such perfect simplicity. Love the colors in this. Enjoy your time away…hope things settle for you shortly.ReplyCancel

  • Lucent Imagery - November 22, 2011 - 8:02 pm

    Hello blogger friend! It was so lovely to receive your comment the other day. I still love following your blog and seeing your beautiful moments captured. I think it is thanksgiving this weekend??? I wish you a wonderful time with loved ones, gratitude and food. xReplyCancel

  • Relyn - November 25, 2011 - 12:47 am

    The meal has been eaten.
    The kitchen is clean.
    The leftovers are stashed.
    The walk has been taken.
    Everyone is happy and fed and blessed.
    Now I have the time to stop by.
    On this Thanksgiving Day, I wanted to tell you that I am thankful for you; for this blog; for inspiration and connection. Sending you much love, RelynReplyCancel

Film. Kodak Porta 400.

Fall is proving to great so far.  Filled with friends and gatherings, sweaters and coffee, evening fires and long chats.  More soon…..

A little portfolio update to share – still a work in progress.

Posted in film, home is love
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  • Marisa - November 7, 2011 - 10:08 am

    Amazing detail and clarity.ReplyCancel

  • Daniella - November 7, 2011 - 10:30 am

    So pretty! I have to try out this film.ReplyCancel

  • Rachel - November 7, 2011 - 1:16 pm

    Such simplicity, but so beautiful!
    LOVE Porta 400. Just bought two more rolls, along with an Ektar 100 :)ReplyCancel

  • Lucent Imagery - November 7, 2011 - 2:59 pm

    Love seeing updates from you! Your new home seems to be offering a new platter of inspiration for you. Happy fall my friend. Here Spring is well and truly in bloom, with summer temperatures occasionally pushing in early.ReplyCancel

Film. Kodak Portra 400.

I’m an only child.  I’m the oldest, youngest, middle child – all in one.  I don’t know what it’s like to have a sister.  But as fate would have it, I am a mother to sisters.

I don’t quite know what it’s like to have a little sister who wants to be just like me and do everything that I’m doing.  And I don’t know what it’s like to have an older sister to show me things and look after me.

I’d like to think that I’m creating memories for them.  That one day they’ll sit together over coffee and share a laugh about how their mother took photos of random, everyday things, made them share a room longer than necessary, kiss and make up even when they didn’t want to, hold hands when they walked down the stairs, and wipe away each others tears only because this is what I believe sisters ought to do.

And if this were to happen, I would consider my job well done.

Posted in film, home is love
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  • Rachel - October 28, 2011 - 11:52 am

    Such a sweet entry. Love your words.ReplyCancel

  • GayleV - October 31, 2011 - 5:07 pm

    How fun to be an only child raising sisters! I have 3 girls and hope that someday they feel just as you described!ReplyCancel

  • Astradene - November 1, 2011 - 4:34 am

    It is so exciting, isn’t it? Watching your kids interact in a way you haven’t experienced…ReplyCancel

Film. Kodak Portra 400.

A bit of exploring last weekend.

I’m finding that I’m not a big fan of the Portra.  I like the old Portra 400nc.  By far, my favorite film is Kodak Ektar.

Working on a few projects that I hope to share soon.

Is it really the last weekend in October?

Posted in film, places i've been
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  • Daniella - October 26, 2011 - 10:05 am

    These are so pretty! hardly looks like October at all!ReplyCancel

  • Rachel Del Grosso - October 26, 2011 - 12:14 pm

    Oh don’t say you don’t like Porta 400…. I just fell in love with it :)
    Mind you, I haven’t tried Ektar, perhaps I should!

    Love these photos. They make me miss Ontario!ReplyCancel

  • traceykinohio - October 27, 2011 - 7:31 am

    Ahh…. exploring is my favorite thing to do.So many treasures to be found. Took a 2 hour photo walk this past weekend; filled the camera with great things! :-) Love the little stream here. Good stuff!ReplyCancel

  • Jay - October 27, 2011 - 12:53 pm

    I bought some film but hadn’t had the chance to shoot them yet.. It’s crazy how October flew by.ReplyCancel

  • Sylvia @ From the Heart - October 27, 2011 - 9:30 pm

    That bench is in a perfect spot between the two trees.

    I think I may do some exploring this weekend too. I feel like going for a drive/photowalk and looking for something pretty to photograph.ReplyCancel

  • suzie - November 7, 2011 - 7:31 am

    These are so pretty but I must admit I was disappointed by the new portra too!ReplyCancel

  • Dottie - March 24, 2012 - 6:37 pm

    I’m late here, but wanted to say that I’m not a fan of the Portra 400, either. Ektar 100 is my favorite now; Portra 400nc used to be my favorite. Now if I want a softer look, I cross over brands and buy some Fuji 400H. I see that you’re still posting many photos from 400nc. Did you stock up earlier or is there a place you buy it online? I regret not stocking up last year.

    By the way, I adore your photos.ReplyCancel

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