Five For Friday: Keep Cool

Five For Friday: Keep Cool



One of our favorite photographers, Matt Lawrence of Light Editions, released a photography book this year capturing everyday moments from 2015 to 2020. This body of work aims to capture the everyday aesthetic of an aging generation's societal influence, sparking curiosity, sensitivity, and longing.


 



The Portland area is expecting a heat wave of temperatures hovering around 110 degrees this weekend. If you're looking for a way to beat the heat, finding a nearby swimming hole is one of our favorite ways to stay cool. (Make sure to apply SPF every two hours!) Here are ten favorite swimming spots within an hour drive of Portland.




Oregon Treehouse Airbnb

If you're like us, you often find yourself daydreaming about relaxing in the woods with the bubbling sound of a nearby creek. Overlooking Jackson Creek, this off-grid solar-powered Airbnb might just become your new favorite getaway spot in Oregon.

 

Rose City Band's New Album

Summertime makes us crave new music to set the scene whether we're WFH or driving to our next adventure. Take a listen to Portland-based, Rip City Band's latest singles, and pre-order their upcoming album, Earth Trip.

 

Portland-based Afar & Away launches new bag designs

Our friend Cole Gerst recently launched his latest project, Afar & Away – a minimal and versatile bag line that adds a touch of magic to his transformative designs. Watch a duffel bag transform into a compact crossbody form and a hip pack become a backpack in seconds.