This blog is where I dump the aesthetic evidence of my obsession with graphic design, gear, and the hidden corners of Connecticut that pass the vibe check.
Which brings me to my absolute favorite low-key discovery: Hogan’s Cider Mill in Burlington. If you’re looking for high-stress, fast-paced chaos, you’ve taken a wrong turn. Hogan’s is the ultimate "let’s just hang outside, catch the light hitting the lens, and let the camera do the talking" kind of spot.
If you have never been to the Firestone Art Studio & Cafe in Manchester, CT, you are truly missing out. Even after moving out of Manchester, I still go back for visits – frequently. Not only can browse their insane and ever-changing stock to paint your own pottery, but you can also grab a latte or a quick bite to eat at their cafe; seriously the perfect combination. Not to mention that they have a corner of the shop stocked with goods from local artists, which is about as tem
