Monthly Archives: July 2015

The Three Graces

Posted on July 22, 2015 by Tina Garceau

Another old family photo from my collection. Again, I’m not sure who these ladies are – however, the woman seated in the middle bears a strong resemblance to my father’s sister Viola. What I find interesting about this photo is … Continue reading →

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Gene London

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Joe_Williams

Of the great pantheon of kid show hosts who graced the airwaves and won the hearts and minds of children in the Philadelphia broadcast region, Gene London, the genial host of The Gene London Show is one of the last … Continue reading →

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No – Knead Baguette

Posted on July 20, 2015 by Tina Garceau

More adventures with no-knead bread. These baguettes are good on their own, but as the foundation of a sandwich – spectacular! 

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Friday Five – Number Ninety Two

Posted on July 17, 2015 by Tina Garceau

Ninety-second in a series creating a collage using five elements.

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Throwback Thursday

Posted on July 16, 2015 by Joe_Williams

A self-portrait circa 1982. This is yet another Photo Elective shot. I’m not sure if this was to finish off a roll of film or was part of an assignment. I’ve heard other people from art school mention a self-portrait … Continue reading →

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Arthur Vertefeuille

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Tina Garceau

Among the family photos I’ve restored is this studio portrait of my great aunt’s husband’s nephew.  Photographs taken during this era were staged with painted backdrops, and props like books, courting benches, and tapestry covered tables. Original scan behind the cut. 

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A Jacket & Tie Kind of Town

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Joe_Williams

Here’s another Photo Elective shot by Tina Garceau. As I’ve said before, all sophomore students majoring in illustration at The Philadelphia College of Art were required to take a minor course in photography where the students would take and process … Continue reading →

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