05.06.12 The 3312 and Co. | Los Angeles, CA

A couple of my friends and I decided to have a photoshoot for graduation. Collectively called The 3312 and Co., this is my oldest group of friends at USC. Countless memories made during freshman year can be attributed to their general awesomeness. And four years later, here we are, owning at life and ready to make our mark on the world. So honored to be friends with you guys!

04.21.12 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books | Los Angeles, CA

I attended the Festival of Books over the weekend for the first time. I definitely only got a minimal taste of this event, as there were just so many different panels and stage performances and book signings to keep track of. I really enjoyed my brief time there (made briefer by the fact that most of my time was spent waiting for my order at a food truck), and I’ll definitely come back to check it out again next year!

Winter Break Highlights, Part 2 | New Orleans, LA

Bokeh!

Parrots at the Audubon Aquarium

Poison dart frog at the Audubon Aquarium

Poison dart frog at the Audubon Aquarium

Jellyfish at the Audubon Aquarium

Jellyfish at the Audubon Aquarium

Stalking a cat heh

Gorgeous view of the swamps right outside of New Orleans

We got to hold a baby alligator!

Beautiful view of the Oak Alley Plantation - click the picture for a larger version

A checkers set inside the Oak Alley Plantation

Pretty flowers right outside the Oak Alley Plantation

Winter Break Highlights, Part 1 | New Orleans, LA

I took a two-week trip to New Orleans over winter break to meet/visit Grace’s parents as well as tour this beautiful city. Here are the highlights (2 parts), enjoy!

Beignets from Cafe du Monde

Catfish Po-boy

Fried shrimp po-boy

Feeding the seagulls

Getting chased by hungry ducks!

BBQ shrimp - definitely one of my favorites

St. Louis Cathedral + Jackson Square

Jackson Square

Inside the St. Louis Cathedral, the oldest functioning church in the United States

Fried alligator - really does taste like chicken!

Shrimp creole

Wax seal stamps inside a hobby shop on Bourbon Street

Chicken fingers from Raising Cane's - a local treat!

Fried catfish burger from Lee's Sandwiches - another local treat!