Newsletter 010: August 2024
Hi, friends!
š Welcome to August’s Newsletter! š„³šš» This month marks a special milestone ā it’s been 2 years since I self-published my coffee table photo book, “Neature ft. Big Bend National Park!” To celebrate, I’m hosting a Print Shop giveaway featuring the 42 photos from this Collection.
Whether you’ve experienced the majestic landscapes of Big Bend firsthand or are encountering them for the first time through my lens, this giveaway offers you the opportunity to bring a lasting piece of nature into your home. Everyone is invited to enterāup to three times per personāto win their favorite Neature photo. If selected, you’ll have the chance to choose your preferred image and select from print sizes including 5×7, 8×10, 11×14, or 16×20.
Thank you for being a part of this journey and the Wisch You Were Here Monthly Newsletter community. Your continued support means the world to me! š¤ā¤ļøāØ
š Questions or feedback? Don’t hesitate to reach out! Please reply to this email or message me directly at hey@emilywisch.comāØ
Cheers,
Emily
WHAT’S THE ORIGIN STORY OF THIS PHOTO BOOK?
Growing up in the 90s, my fascination with I Spy books sparked a lifelong passion for detail and discovery. This interest led to a love for macro photography during a high school film photography class from 2008 to 2010, capturing the unseen beauty of life up close.
In 2012, my appreciation for the outdoors deepened with a whimsical YouTube video by Lenny Pepperbottom, known for his Neature Walks and the phrase, “how neat is that?!” This encounter inspired a new creative direction.
On my 29th birthday in December 2020, I was introduced to The Stoner Coffee Table Book at a friend’s dinner party. Inspired, I decided to create a coffee table book blending my macro photography with my love for nature, showcasing the majestic wonders of nature.
By February 2021, I traveled to Big Bend National Park for the first time and took the photos you see in this book. With only my 100mm macro lens I captured intricate details of Texas’ beauty and treasure the memories made on that trip and during that chapter of life.
By November 2021, I had edited the photos and started drafting the first edition of my book. In January 2022 the first draft was complete and officially printed.
In August 2022, I launched the hardcover edition on Amazon and in October 2022 I made in-person connections with local book stores and souvenir shops in Big Bend and Terlingua. Then, in October 2023 I created and released an updated and more accessible paperback version on Amazon.
As of August 2024, I am pursuing opportunities to wholesale my books in Austin, TX, and souvenir shops in Big Bend, sharing my journey and visual perspective with the world.
This book chronicles my evolution from a curious child to a passionate photographer, forever inspired by nature’s beauty. I hope you enjoy the photos as much as I enjoyed taking them!
To enter for a chance to win your favorite photo from the Big Bend National Print Shop Collection, please click the link HERE and complete the entry form. š„³ā¤ļø šø
BOOK OF THE MONTH: “The Stoner Coffee Table” by Steve Mockus — I chose this book for August because as we celebrate the 2 Year Anniversary of publishing my Neature ft. Big Bend National Park Coffee Table Photo Book, I’ll be sharing behind the scenes of it’s creation.
The visual inspiration origin store of my Neature book began on my 29th birthday December 2020 when at a friends house for dinner. They had this on their coffee table and when looking through it I was inspired to create my own photo book. Since high school I’ve loved macro photography as well, so in my book you’ll see a theme of that, along with inspiration drawn from the layout of this book. A favorite aspect was how they chose photos side-by-side, so as you flip through my book you’ll notice how each were intentionally laid out.
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER PLAYLIST // This month, we’re mixing things up for August and September. Augustās 32 song playlist is inspired by what weāll be giving away in Septemberās photo session. Conversely, Septemberās playlist reflects the themes of Augustās print shop giveaway. Please enjoy! šā¤ļøš¶
TOP FAVORITE SONGS FOR JULY 2024:
- “Ascension” by Mac Miller
- “The Plans” by David Holmes
- “Bitter Sweet Symphony” by The Verve
- “Still” by Seinabo Sey
- “Nobody Gets Me” by SZA
- “Pool Mashup: Just The Way You Are/Just A Dream” by The Barden Bellas
- “I Didn’t Know” by Skinshape
- “Poppy” by Mac Miller
- “One More Day” by Diamond Rio”
- “Steal My Sunshine” by LEN
- “Don’t Wait for Him” by Side Saddle
- “New Rules” by Dua Lipa
- “If He Wanted To He Would” by Kylie Morgan
- “All To Myself” by Dan + Shay
- “Almost” by Thomas Rhett
- “Grew Apart” by Logan Mize, Donovan Woods
- “What Is Love” by Haddaway
- “Good Riddance” by Green Day
- “Tubthumping” by Chumbawamba
- “The Future’s So Bright, I Gotta Wear Shades” by Timbuk 3
- “Somebody’s Baby” by Jackson Browne
- “She Don’t Know She’s Beautiful” by Sammy Kershaw
- “She Will” by Lil Wayne and Drake
- “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You” by Ms. Lauryn Hill
- “Never Left Me” by Megan Moroney
- “Out of Oklahoma” by Lainey Wilson
- “Steal My Thunder” by Conner Smith, Tucker Wetmore
- “Already Had It” by Tucker Wetmore
- “Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma” by Luke Combs
- “Hell or High Water” by Bailey Zimmerman
- “Stronger Than A Storm” by Dylan Gossett
- “Tear Us Apart” by Sam Barber
QUOTE OF THE MONTH: “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – C.S. Lewis
I chose this quote for August because it sparks such joy in me! Itās a reminder that the dreams I cherished as a kid are still alive and kicking, no matter how many candles are on my birthday cake. Plus, the thought of uncovering new dreams as I grow older is absolutely thrillingāthereās a whole world of possibilities out there just waiting to be explored
WORD OF THE MONTH: Words are the foundation of human communication and expression. They allow us to convey our thoughts, feelings, ideas, and experiences to others, creating a bridge between our inner world and the external reality. Every word carries its own unique power and nuance, shaping the way we perceive and interact with the world. Having a “Word of the Month” has been me a source of inspiration, sparked creative thinking, and promoted my love for language. This month’s word is “vacillate”.
Synergy: (noun) the interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations, substances, or other agents to produce a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effects.
Example: Emily’s passion for macro photography and nature synergizes powerfully, allowing her to capture the raw intricacies of the environment with a bold, artistic flair.
RECIPE OF THE MONTH: Brownies + Lemonade
This section of the newsletter is dedicated to my Mom, who loves cooking our favorite Cajun recipes that were passed down to her from her Mom, my MawMaw. This month though I’ll be sharing a fun after school treat my mom would made on our 1st Day of School. Each year me and my sisters would get home and the traditional chocolate brownies and lemonade was waiting for us. It was a fun tradition that started the school year off and I’m always reminded of it each August as schools start back in session for the year. Tbh, these were not homemade and we would typically use boxed brownie and lemonade. I hope you enjoy this one š from my kitchen to yours —
INGREDIENTS:
1 box of chocolate brownie mix, to your liking
1 package of lemonade, to your liking
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Follow instructions on your boxed brownie mix.
- Follow instructions on your lemonade mix.
WISCH’S WORDSEARCH:
August 2024
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