Paris

Paris City Guide (updated)

Paris City Guide (updated)

STORY BY JONATHAN RANDALL GRANT

It is an act of courageous vulnerability to share a Paris city guide. This guide is as much a confession as a resource. No matter what places are shared, I am sure to get a few Parisian friends who think to themselves: "There is no way I would be seen there, dead or alive!... Of course it was okay to be seen there a few weeks ago, but we don't go there now." 

Weléla Mar Kindred: An Interview

Weléla Mar Kindred: An Interview

Interview by Linda Swan. Photos by Bradley Leach.

A conversation with Weléla Mar Kindred is a dance of kindness, openness, fierce intellect, and subtle movement. It was an honor for me to spend an hour getting to know such a rare soul. Weléla was born in Southern California but identifies strongly as a member of the Muskogee (Creek) Nation as well as of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

How Paris Grieves

How Paris Grieves

My neighbour called to me from her window: “Put on your coat, we are going to Flore.” She spoke in reference to our neighbourhood cafe. “Now?” I asked. In disbelief as our city had been rocked by bombings and shootings merely two days before. “Of course.” She declared. “We will protest this violence by celebrating life..."

Bradley Leach and The Bergamot - Keeping It Classy

Bradley Leach and The Bergamot - Keeping It Classy

A folk duo, The Bergamot, played a show in Paris at Break Art Mix for the featuring of their most recent album, “Tones”. After the show, we conversed and they expressed their need for new photos and videos. I admired their vibrant personalities as well as their harmony and so we decided to collaborate. The very next day we set out to do what we (individually) do best.

About A Bag

About A Bag

Because I am always traveling I have to be specific with my possessions. A simpler lifestyle has helped me hone my style in a very minimal, versatile direction. This also makes each piece all the more precious. I don't really purchase new items without a lot of consideration and planning.

When I was in Chicago recently, my little black backpack fell apart.