I’m home now, scanning Polaroids, washing clothes and trying to find my way back into my normal routine. It’s very clear to me that I’ve returned home a changed woman, with plans and intentions that no longer fit my life here in Bath. I no longer fit here. And I had a feeling this would happen, but it’s gone far deeper than I’d ever imagined. I’ve got a lot of processing and preparation to do — the jet lag is not helping, oh my — so I’ll be back soon with more musings, including thoughts on the carry-on experiment which was a resounding success and, quite frankly, life-changing :)
For now, glimpses of my New York shot on B&W Impossible Project film…
This feels so BURSTING with promise!
And YAY for less stuff! I feel so liberated in my new loft with NO closets and getting rid of everything that isn’t absolutely a perfect fit for me.
Life changing journeys can happen with travel, or sitting in the same place you’ve always been. But there is no question that the ones that happen because of travel are so much more eye opening. It means there are new frontiers for you to blaze into and create for where you are “right now”. xo
Surely I am biased, but there is no city more wonderful. Welcome home Susannah!
xo.
Oh my goodness, these images are gorgeous! All the best with this transition xxxx
Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous…
THis is all beautiful. As are you x
Last year when I went on holiday I only pack “enough” clothes. Really, really made me realise how much stuff I own I actually don’t need…
These photos are gorgeous! I think the one with the bikes and the last one with the viewpoint are my favorites. I can’t wait to hear about your carry on experiment!
A sea change… I look forward to reading more about the next phase. Enjoy the process, enjoy the purging of stuff, enjoy the letting go of the old and the welcoming in of the new.
If I had carte blanche like this I know what it would be: very little stuff; rent a houseboat on a London river or canal; breakfast, lunch, dinner & warm nights under the stars, cold evenings by the wood-burning stove…
PS – gorgeous photos. Is this the new PX100? I hear the Impossible Project film is improving so have just indulged in an order.
Love all of them, especially the one with the David wearing a striped pyjamas! Is that the Village in the third last?
These are fantastic! I’d have a hard time picking a favorite – I love them all.
Hooray for you with your carry-on experiment success! I am not a fan of packing, and always overdo it.
Life changers, while scary as shit can be quite good. If anyone can do it, you can!
love TIP, great photos!!
LOVE that first photo, I think that is one of my all time favorites, the way you caught the light is stunning! This seems to be the year of big transitions for us Aquarians and I can’t wait to read more about your move to London and how life will continue to unfold for you. xo
Susannah I love the B&W images from your trip! I’m using your carry-on post as a guide to pack for our upcoming family road trip. If you can do it for 3 1/2 weeks, I can do it for 1 1/2 weeks. Wishing you well as you figure out life’s next steps. xxO
I too am excited to see the growth that you have gone through! All of these risks and so much return. Really great to witness. So looking forward to following your journey through the next steps! xoxo
What beautiful, dreamy pictures. And isn’t it strange how travel encourages you to pare down and simplify? I’m moving in a week, and I find myself really having to evaluate what is actually important to me.
gorgeous ! gorgeous !
Lovely…. words and photos. And I almost mistyped and said “lively” which also applies I think!
these polaroids are fantastic!
wishing you ease as you transition back into home…and will be so curious to follow you along as you continue your journey…
I’m in love with your photos. They are so so beautiful! They also have a soul… I’m exciting for you and looking forward to following your journey through the next steps! xoxo
Wow, these look beautiful! I just about was laughed out of a camera shop the other day when I asked if they happen to carry Impossible Film. Ya never know!
It’s pretty incredible, isn’t it? The ways in which we change, even when we expect it. The feeling of no longer fitting and being too big for your old life is bittersweet, I’m sure. But it’s an exciting adventure, and I’m looking forward to seeing how it unfolds for you. <3
love all your travel post as far, Susannah. Looking forward to your musings. :)
Love these. So dreamy …
Good to have you back here in good old Europe! Welcome!
beautiful photos, Susannah. love how you look at things through your camera. I’m not a big fan of black and white pics, but these are just wonderful and inspiring!
I’m so glad you can share your polaroids again, I’ve missed seeing them and these are just gorgeous!!
So happy you enjoyed my city! I so love it here! My dream come true!
Absolutely love the photos…b&w are my favorites. Glad to hear your travels went well. Get some rest!
These photos are very beautiful and moving and have a very different feel from any of your other work that I’ve seen. Sophisticated and magical combined. I am so inspired Susannah. What an exciting time this transition is.
Lovely! I especially love the bikes. I’ve been shooting with Impossible B&W as well recently. Even with the dial turned all the way to the dark end, they are still slightly on the overexposed side sometimes. Do you use some sort of filter with your SX-70? Thanks for sharing these – I’m inspired to continue my mindful B&W compositions to finish off this roll. :)
Stunning images. Just wonderful. So exciting for you to be looking forward to new horizons and adventures.
I know how it feels. I come from a very small town and living in the city changed me. I just quit my job in the city in order to travel, and went back to my small town. Am still waiting for my travel documents which I feel will never come. I don’t feel like I belong here anymore, then I’m not sure if I belong to the bigger world. A question of home still without an answer.
Lovely pictures. Stirs up something in me. You do them great. :)