Travel Journal
Hey guys! Here's a little video of van life in the Southwest. Spent a few weeks camped out in Tucson, Sedona and the Superstition Mountains. Feeling happy and at home on the road ♡ Also currently sorting through footage from New Mexico that I can't wait to share...so many beautiful sunsets coming your way! Thanks for being here :)
Read MoreSometimes, Van Life sucks. In this video, I break down the top 10 reasons why I sometimes struggle with this lifestyle and things you might consider before moving onto the road full-time.
Read MoreLately I’ve been dealing with burnout both creatively and also as a full-time traveller. But all of that changed when I found myself in the landscape of my dreams ♡
Read MoreEvery year for the past four years, I’ve left the Pacific Northwest to chase warmer weather. This year, I considered renting a place for the winter and taking a break from the road. But it's nearly February and I still have no plans to stay in one place. Instead, I think I've fallen in love with the road all over again ♡
Read MoreTen years ago, I lived and worked in Italy. In this video, I share a little bit about that former life - and how different it is experiencing Italy now on my own terms. This is my third and final video from the Italian Dolomites △
Read MoreBack on the road and back to a place I once called home…Big Sur, California. This time, alone. Every time I return here, I’m reminded of the many paths I’ve taken over the years, and also the ones I didn’t choose.
Read MoreLast month, I parked the van and left it behind for three weeks to explore Italy and Switzerland. Here's a glimpse into what it was like traveling with five other creatives through the Swiss Alps and Italian Dolomites - and the struggle to strike a balance between capturing beautiful moments vs being present for them.
Read MoreHow does one make money on the road?? Last year, I put together a video on how I personally earn income as a full-time nomad and many of you seemed interested in learning about additional ways to work from the road. So, here are 10 different ways to earn income while traveling full-time!
Read MoreOne month ago, I left the van and flew to Europe! This one is more vlog-style than any other video I’ve posted. Packing, flying, crossing borders, navigating covid restrictions, figuring out how to travel with five friends as an extroverted introvert (spoiler: alone time was very necessary) and exploring one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen: the Swiss Alps.
Read MoreI recently got the iPhone 13 Pro and have been roaming around the North Cascades in Washington to see what this phone can do. As a minimalist, I love the idea of simplifying my setup and using my phone to vlog. Like they say, the best camera is the one you have with you…
Read MoreBeen living in the Washington wilderness, and starting to question what comes next. Choosing a state to live in and buying land feels like a big, scary commitment. Extended international travel is still up in the air. And leaving the road? That feels like the scariest thing of all. Honestly, I’m not sure what I’m doing..
Read MoreFor the past week, I've been based around Mount Rainier in Washington State. If you've ever wondered what a very normal day looks like in my life as a van-dwelling outdoor adventure photographer, here ya go. Early morning drives into the mountains, sunrise photography shoots, coffee and editing breaks, sunset hikes, and all the other stuff in between.
Read MoreWashington is the last place I called home before moving into my SUV full-time, and it was on these mountain trails and forest roads that I fell in love with living out of my vehicle and backpacking every other night until the rain or snow forced me south to warmer weather. Lately, I’ve been based around Mount Baker. Camping, hiking, and getting lost on mountain trails. If you’ve ever wondered what the Washington backcountry is like, here’s a glimpse into that world. Thanks for being here ♡
Read MoreDoes it ever get lonely living on the road? Yeah. In this video I talk about the loneliness and solitude that can exist in van life. Also, relationships - and a life update that swings from forests to the sea on the Olympic Peninsula, and into the Cascade Mountains of Washington State. Some rough patches, but also some really beautiful moments and views along the way.
Read MoreAs of May 2021, I’ve been living on the road full-time for three years as an outdoor adventure & travel photographer. Here’s a tour of my current tiny home on wheels after 14 months in an SUV and two years in a custom built Ram Promaster. My ultimate goal here is to inspire you to step outside your comfort zone by sharing my own personal highs and lows along this (sometimes) wild journey. Thanks for being here!! Maybe one day I'll see you out on that open road.
Read MoreWoah, has it really been a month already?? I've been out hiking, camping and living the van life...and doing my best to escape wildfire smoke and heat waves. Here’s what summer in Montana has been like, grizzly bears included. Spoiler alert - Montana is ridiculously beautiful.
Read MoreAfter two months in a house, I’m back out on the road…which means re-learning how to live full-time in a vehicle. Finding places to park, showers, bathrooms and all the other stuff in between. Thanks for being here :)
Read MoreHow much can you save by living in a vehicle instead of paying rent? In this video, I breakdown my expenses of living in my van vs living in my SUV vs living in my old apartment. Hopefully this financial overview will give you an idea of what costs to expect, and how much you might save by living on the road.
Read MoreI think it's safe to say I'm in love with Jackson, Wyoming. Even on moody, rainy days - this place is beautiful. I'll be hitting the road again in a week so thought I'd share a chill day in the life here in the Tetons. Thanks for being here, sending you all love xx
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