Introducing our Fall/Winter 2012 lookbook ‘Camp Wandawega’, shot on location at a unique resort tucked away by the shores of the idyllic Wandawega lake in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. The camp has a fascinating and colorful history and has been lovingly restored to its former glory by current owners David Hernandez and Teresea Suratt. Unique vintage pieces fill every nook and cranny, whilst the secret hideouts, cozy cabins and the evocative sense of nostalgia make Camp Wandawega an unspoiled holiday destination of yesteryear – the perfect place to shoot our Fall/Winter 2012 lookbook. Inspired by America’s great outdoors, our Fall/Winter 2012 collection…
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and it hit me. holy god- weve got some talented friends. in one week, we got 4 invitations / announcements / cards – a selection of some of the wedding invitations for camp weddings @ wandawega this year. so inspiring! lovely lovely lovely….. (from our friend Hillary Schuster- Wandawega camp counselor / blogger). a sweet little package that arrived in the mail – similiar design to their wedding invitations. from our friend Sam Spratlin– designer & creative director at Ogilvy from our friends Evan & Nicole- a recent wedding @ Camp. from our friends Keely & Jason – another upcoming wedding @ Camp!
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a lovely post from the folks at Land of Nod- about their recent shoot at camp! check it out
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When I think of camp, one of the first things I think about is packing snacks and treats. Camp is a great excuse to return my childhood days of string cheese, hot dogs, gummy worms and ice cream sandwiches. But I’ve gained some wisdom in my later years. While those candies and snacks are fun and easy, they’re missing out of the fun of actually making the food. My trips to camp now hinge on local farmers markets and delis, acting as fresh food outposts before we head far away from town and into the country. Whether these places are…
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Land of Nod came to camp this winter and shot their new catalog. I have to say, I am in love with this new direction they are taking it. more editorial. less catalog-y. gorgeously art directed work, shot by Bob Coscarelli. beds in a treehouse. a sunporch becomes a bedroom. a cabin becomes a cove. a treehouse becomes a playroom. magical, whimsical- I can barely recognize camp! thanks, Nod, Ya’ll are welcome back anytime 🙂 here are some spreads that just launched last week:
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THRIFT STORE SCORE: commercial toaster: $4 60s platters: $2 each wooden toy truck $1 late 60’s stationary set: $2 50s kitchen linen: $1 3 decks vintage cards: $1 each handmade 50s baby dress: $5 60s stetson hat box: $4 WHERE: Elkhorn, Wi. Circle of Friends
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BRIAN GUIDO is a friend and an amazing photographer. we’ve featured his work here a few times, alongside his lovely girlfriend JULIA STOTZ. The two of them come to art camp, hang out at Wandawega, and make some amazing photos. they have an amazing STUDIO 24 here in the city. and… decided that Brian needed his own post. thanks for being a good sport Brian– your work rocks. WHO? Born in a suburb near Detroit, MI. Went to school in Chicago. Spent a short time in Texas. Currently resides in Chicago, IL. CONTACT: Phone: 312.961.3078 Email: BRIANGUIDO@GMAIL.COM CLIENTS: Ogilvy & Mather Austin…
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SHOWPONY magazine is freaking amazing. rebecca hill, the editor in chief and photographer has crafted issue number two and i can see this thing hitting the shelves of anthropology any day in print form. she visited us at camp recently and wrote a lovely story of history and resurrection. what i didnt expect is such a full magazine of local chicago places that i now must go see in person. check out the whole issue here: and some spreads from this issue- freaking amazing. go rebecca!
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is she even human? i cant tell. but holy god, she looks great. (david thinks she’s actually a painting, dropped into the landscape at wandawega) you be the judge. she’s the swimwear model from the new editorial spread from the folks at SHOWPONY. check it (well, her) out HERE i am going to put the pasta down now. at least for the afternoon.
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