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Gothenburg Files: Inside the Fish Auction in Photos

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on May 26, 2016May 26, 20163 Comments

Gothenburg Fish Auction is the largest in the entire country (Sweden) and it brings together fishermen and fishmongers from across the Nordics and Baltics, including Russia, in a frenzy of bidding wars, selling and buying over 80 tons of seafood…

Gothenburg Files – Coffee tasting at da Matteo

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on April 25, 20164 Comments

What happens when a tea lover goes coffee tasting at da Matteo…

Gothenburg Files – East meets West at Norda

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on November 9, 2012October 3, 20155 Comments

Visiting Norda Bar and Grill was one of the highlights of my trip to Gothenburg while on assignment.

Gothenburg Files – Inside Håkan’s kitchen

by Lola AkinmadeReviews + PartnershipsPosted on October 15, 20123 Comments

I was here reviewing Thörnströms Kök, a highly respected Gothenburg culinary fixture run by Chef Håkan Thörnström. Curiosity led me right behind the scenes into his kitchen.

Gothenburg Files – Deconstructing tradition at Familjen

by Lola AkinmadeReviews + PartnershipsPosted on September 23, 20124 Comments

This deconstructed updated version gave me a brief insight into Familjen’s style of cooking…

Gothenburg Files – Dorsia The Queen of Boutiques

by Lola AkinmadeReviews + PartnershipsPosted on September 21, 2012May 5, 20172 Comments

It took Dorsia’s owner two months to decide if the hairdryers in each room should be white or silver.

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  • On Ash Wednesday, there were less than twenty people in the service I popped into.

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The evil people have done in God’s name and keep doing in God’s name continues to drive people away.

People who need that love the most. Who need to see God’s reflection in their neighbors.

Hate, exclusion, delusion, xenophobia, wars, genocides, supremacy… the list, long.

All done in God’s name. The very definition of heresy.

On this Good Friday as I remember a savior who paid the ultimate price, my prayer is that my life continues to be a vessel through my work, purpose, talent.

That even when I stumble, God always reaches out Their hand of love to guide me back. 

A savior who hypocrites today will mistreat the very same way because he was brown. A foreigner in their midst.

That is really all I can do. 

Live a life of testimony so people can rediscover God’s grace and goodness 🙏🏽

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Centre Municipal de Vela de Barcelona, Port Olímpic.

#barcelona #waterfront #architecture #structure #streetphotography
  • Chasing architecture.

Centre Municipal de Vela de Barcelona, Port Olímpic.

#barcelona #waterfront #architecture #structure #streetphotography
  • ”We create something new to preserve something old.” 

Preserving Japan’s gold-leaf craft, the Yoshidas - husband and wife team - behind Kinzangama’s fourth-generation workshop and their mastery are designated national treasures. 

A few images from their intricate world - @kinzangama_kiln @kinzangama_kutani 

#japan #craftmanship #hokuriku #artisan #presstrip
  • What happens when your rates go up but your past working relationships haven’t caught up?

One situation we often talk about with regards to personal relationships is the loss that occurs when expansion and evolution occurs. When these dynamics shift, there’s an uncomfortable space where we have to both mourn the loss of the relationship while celebrating our next stage, transition, and alignment with our life’s purpose.

But what about in the work place? 
Within your specific industries? 
In the freelancing world? 

When people who once cherished your voice now balk at your rates? As if you aren’t worthy of it?

It’s akin to forever treating your kids like babies without acknowledging their teenage years or transition into adulthood.

It’s difficult to mourn work relationships that once made sense in your metaphoric youth and not so much in your new season. 

This is the deep channel of professional pain we must swim through as we make our way from tight ponds to expansive seas of possibilities.

Let’s acknowledge this, but even better, in a world of limitations we impose on ourselves and each other, let’s celebrate growth and the courage it takes to evolve. 

#growth
  • Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection

The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona 

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On Ash Wednesday, there were less than twenty people in the service I popped into.

I cried because I knew why the pews were empty. I myself rarely go in person these days and listen to sermons virtually.

The evil people have done in God’s name and keep doing in God’s name continues to drive people away.

People who need that love the most. Who need to see God’s reflection in their neighbors.

Hate, exclusion, delusion, xenophobia, wars, genocides, supremacy… the list, long.

All done in God’s name. The very definition of heresy.

On this Good Friday as I remember a savior who paid the ultimate price, my prayer is that my life continues to be a vessel through my work, purpose, talent.

That even when I stumble, God always reaches out Their hand of love to guide me back. 

A savior who hypocrites today will mistreat the very same way because he was brown. A foreigner in their midst.

That is really all I can do. 

Live a life of testimony so people can rediscover God’s grace and goodness 🙏🏽

#GoodFriday

Photo shot in Ludza, Latgale, Latvia
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On Ash Wednesday, there were less than twenty people in the service I popped into. I cried because I knew why the pews were empty. I myself rarely go in person these days and listen to sermons virtually. The evil people have done in God’s name and keep doing in God’s name continues to drive people away. People who need that love the most. Who need to see God’s reflection in their neighbors. Hate, exclusion, delusion, xenophobia, wars, genocides, supremacy… the list, long. All done in God’s name. The very definition of heresy. On this Good Friday as I remember a savior who paid the ultimate price, my prayer is that my life continues to be a vessel through my work, purpose, talent. That even when I stumble, God always reaches out Their hand of love to guide me back. A savior who hypocrites today will mistreat the very same way because he was brown. A foreigner in their midst. That is really all I can do. Live a life of testimony so people can rediscover God’s grace and goodness 🙏🏽 #GoodFriday Photo shot in Ludza, Latgale, Latvia
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Chasing architecture.

Centre Municipal de Vela de Barcelona, Port Olímpic.

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”We create something new to preserve something old.” 

Preserving Japan’s gold-leaf craft, the Yoshidas - husband and wife team - behind Kinzangama’s fourth-generation workshop and their mastery are designated national treasures. 

A few images from their intricate world - @kinzangama_kiln @kinzangama_kutani 

#japan #craftmanship #hokuriku #artisan #presstrip
”We create something new to preserve something old.” 

Preserving Japan’s gold-leaf craft, the Yoshidas - husband and wife team - behind Kinzangama’s fourth-generation workshop and their mastery are designated national treasures. 

A few images from their intricate world - @kinzangama_kiln @kinzangama_kutani 

#japan #craftmanship #hokuriku #artisan #presstrip
”We create something new to preserve something old.” 

Preserving Japan’s gold-leaf craft, the Yoshidas - husband and wife team - behind Kinzangama’s fourth-generation workshop and their mastery are designated national treasures. 

A few images from their intricate world - @kinzangama_kiln @kinzangama_kutani 

#japan #craftmanship #hokuriku #artisan #presstrip
”We create something new to preserve something old.” 

Preserving Japan’s gold-leaf craft, the Yoshidas - husband and wife team - behind Kinzangama’s fourth-generation workshop and their mastery are designated national treasures. 

A few images from their intricate world - @kinzangama_kiln @kinzangama_kutani 

#japan #craftmanship #hokuriku #artisan #presstrip
”We create something new to preserve something old.” 

Preserving Japan’s gold-leaf craft, the Yoshidas - husband and wife team - behind Kinzangama’s fourth-generation workshop and their mastery are designated national treasures. 

A few images from their intricate world - @kinzangama_kiln @kinzangama_kutani 

#japan #craftmanship #hokuriku #artisan #presstrip
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What happens when your rates go up but your past working relationships haven’t caught up?

One situation we often talk about with regards to personal relationships is the loss that occurs when expansion and evolution occurs. When these dynamics shift, there’s an uncomfortable space where we have to both mourn the loss of the relationship while celebrating our next stage, transition, and alignment with our life’s purpose.

But what about in the work place? 
Within your specific industries? 
In the freelancing world? 

When people who once cherished your voice now balk at your rates? As if you aren’t worthy of it?

It’s akin to forever treating your kids like babies without acknowledging their teenage years or transition into adulthood.

It’s difficult to mourn work relationships that once made sense in your metaphoric youth and not so much in your new season. 

This is the deep channel of professional pain we must swim through as we make our way from tight ponds to expansive seas of possibilities.

Let’s acknowledge this, but even better, in a world of limitations we impose on ourselves and each other, let’s celebrate growth and the courage it takes to evolve. 

#growth
What happens when your rates go up but your past working relationships haven’t caught up?

One situation we often talk about with regards to personal relationships is the loss that occurs when expansion and evolution occurs. When these dynamics shift, there’s an uncomfortable space where we have to both mourn the loss of the relationship while celebrating our next stage, transition, and alignment with our life’s purpose.

But what about in the work place? 
Within your specific industries? 
In the freelancing world? 

When people who once cherished your voice now balk at your rates? As if you aren’t worthy of it?

It’s akin to forever treating your kids like babies without acknowledging their teenage years or transition into adulthood.

It’s difficult to mourn work relationships that once made sense in your metaphoric youth and not so much in your new season. 

This is the deep channel of professional pain we must swim through as we make our way from tight ponds to expansive seas of possibilities.

Let’s acknowledge this, but even better, in a world of limitations we impose on ourselves and each other, let’s celebrate growth and the courage it takes to evolve. 

#growth
What happens when your rates go up but your past working relationships haven’t caught up?

One situation we often talk about with regards to personal relationships is the loss that occurs when expansion and evolution occurs. When these dynamics shift, there’s an uncomfortable space where we have to both mourn the loss of the relationship while celebrating our next stage, transition, and alignment with our life’s purpose.

But what about in the work place? 
Within your specific industries? 
In the freelancing world? 

When people who once cherished your voice now balk at your rates? As if you aren’t worthy of it?

It’s akin to forever treating your kids like babies without acknowledging their teenage years or transition into adulthood.

It’s difficult to mourn work relationships that once made sense in your metaphoric youth and not so much in your new season. 

This is the deep channel of professional pain we must swim through as we make our way from tight ponds to expansive seas of possibilities.

Let’s acknowledge this, but even better, in a world of limitations we impose on ourselves and each other, let’s celebrate growth and the courage it takes to evolve. 

#growth
What happens when your rates go up but your past working relationships haven’t caught up?

One situation we often talk about with regards to personal relationships is the loss that occurs when expansion and evolution occurs. When these dynamics shift, there’s an uncomfortable space where we have to both mourn the loss of the relationship while celebrating our next stage, transition, and alignment with our life’s purpose.

But what about in the work place? 
Within your specific industries? 
In the freelancing world? 

When people who once cherished your voice now balk at your rates? As if you aren’t worthy of it?

It’s akin to forever treating your kids like babies without acknowledging their teenage years or transition into adulthood.

It’s difficult to mourn work relationships that once made sense in your metaphoric youth and not so much in your new season. 

This is the deep channel of professional pain we must swim through as we make our way from tight ponds to expansive seas of possibilities.

Let’s acknowledge this, but even better, in a world of limitations we impose on ourselves and each other, let’s celebrate growth and the courage it takes to evolve. 

#growth
What happens when your rates go up but your past working relationships haven’t caught up?

One situation we often talk about with regards to personal relationships is the loss that occurs when expansion and evolution occurs. When these dynamics shift, there’s an uncomfortable space where we have to both mourn the loss of the relationship while celebrating our next stage, transition, and alignment with our life’s purpose.

But what about in the work place? 
Within your specific industries? 
In the freelancing world? 

When people who once cherished your voice now balk at your rates? As if you aren’t worthy of it?

It’s akin to forever treating your kids like babies without acknowledging their teenage years or transition into adulthood.

It’s difficult to mourn work relationships that once made sense in your metaphoric youth and not so much in your new season. 

This is the deep channel of professional pain we must swim through as we make our way from tight ponds to expansive seas of possibilities.

Let’s acknowledge this, but even better, in a world of limitations we impose on ourselves and each other, let’s celebrate growth and the courage it takes to evolve. 

#growth
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What happens when your rates go up but your past working relationships haven’t caught up? One situation we often talk about with regards to personal relationships is the loss that occurs when expansion and evolution occurs. When these dynamics shift, there’s an uncomfortable space where we have to both mourn the loss of the relationship while celebrating our next stage, transition, and alignment with our life’s purpose. But what about in the work place? Within your specific industries? In the freelancing world? When people who once cherished your voice now balk at your rates? As if you aren’t worthy of it? It’s akin to forever treating your kids like babies without acknowledging their teenage years or transition into adulthood. It’s difficult to mourn work relationships that once made sense in your metaphoric youth and not so much in your new season. This is the deep channel of professional pain we must swim through as we make our way from tight ponds to expansive seas of possibilities. Let’s acknowledge this, but even better, in a world of limitations we impose on ourselves and each other, let’s celebrate growth and the courage it takes to evolve. #growth
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Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection

The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona 

And I was honored to be there. @tavatake_designs’s photo from @theafroswede will be representing the collection around the world 🩵💛

Thank you 🙏🏽
Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection

The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona 

And I was honored to be there. @tavatake_designs’s photo from @theafroswede will be representing the collection around the world 🩵💛

Thank you 🙏🏽
Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection

The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona 

And I was honored to be there. @tavatake_designs’s photo from @theafroswede will be representing the collection around the world 🩵💛

Thank you 🙏🏽
Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection

The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona 

And I was honored to be there. @tavatake_designs’s photo from @theafroswede will be representing the collection around the world 🩵💛

Thank you 🙏🏽
Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection

The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona 

And I was honored to be there. @tavatake_designs’s photo from @theafroswede will be representing the collection around the world 🩵💛

Thank you 🙏🏽
Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection

The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona 

And I was honored to be there. @tavatake_designs’s photo from @theafroswede will be representing the collection around the world 🩵💛

Thank you 🙏🏽
Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection

The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona 

And I was honored to be there. @tavatake_designs’s photo from @theafroswede will be representing the collection around the world 🩵💛

Thank you 🙏🏽
Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection

The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona 

And I was honored to be there. @tavatake_designs’s photo from @theafroswede will be representing the collection around the world 🩵💛

Thank you 🙏🏽
Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection

The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona 

And I was honored to be there. @tavatake_designs’s photo from @theafroswede will be representing the collection around the world 🩵💛

Thank you 🙏🏽
Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection

The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona 

And I was honored to be there. @tavatake_designs’s photo from @theafroswede will be representing the collection around the world 🩵💛

Thank you 🙏🏽
Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection

The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona 

And I was honored to be there. @tavatake_designs’s photo from @theafroswede will be representing the collection around the world 🩵💛

Thank you 🙏🏽
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Exhibition Opening - Lines of Connection The @photographyfestivals IPFA Awards opening of the collective exhibition took place at Sala Golfes, Center Cívic Pati Llimona. @ccpatillimona And I was honored to be there. @tavatake_designs’s photo from @theafroswede will be representing the collection around the world 🩵💛 Thank you 🙏🏽
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Dear @backstorybookshop,
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#authortalk #booktour #bitterhoneybook
Dear @backstorybookshop,
Thank you for a lovely evening in Barcelona 🩶💚

#authortalk #booktour #bitterhoneybook
Dear @backstorybookshop,
Thank you for a lovely evening in Barcelona 🩶💚

#authortalk #booktour #bitterhoneybook
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Dear @backstorybookshop, Thank you for a lovely evening in Barcelona 🩶💚 #authortalk #booktour #bitterhoneybook
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