Retaining walls are structures that prevent soil or other material from slumping over the side of a slope, typically to provide vertical ground support. They are often used in landscaping to hold back dirt, gravel, sand, and even water. Retaining wall companies are found all over California – one of the largest states in America. This article discusses 4 things you should consider when selecting a retaining wall company for your project.

Experience

One of the most important things to consider when selecting a retaining wall company is their experience. How long have they been in business? What kind of projects have they completed in the past? Do they have any references you can contact? Experienced companies will be able to provide you with a better-finished product, as well as advice and guidance throughout the entire process.… Read More

As we drove through Rocklin, we saw some retaining wall contractors at work.  I was fascinated by the end result!

There were several men working with a large paver machine. They looked like they had been doing it for quite a while, as they seemed very competent.

The contractors – I think – were from Rocklin and obviously loved what they do. This is one way of making a living, but clearly not the only option! But it does look interesting and exciting to me.… Read More

En Route to a photo assignment for Above Sea Level, I traversed some winding roads with my San Clemente concrete contractor one-morning last spring between Los Alamos and Lompoc, CA.… Read More

The Five O’Clock Playlist is a bi-monthly curated and rotating mix of 13 tracks for the daily routine of winding-down. In lieu of my previous mixes I shared on this blog, this new format will allow for a single email once every other month featuring a blend of old and new music perfectly pairing with the exhalation of the day. Follow the links below to subscribe and stream.… Read More

I took a solo trip to the Hill Country this past weekend and spent some time on the banks of two great bodies of water. These somehow look like paintings to me.
1-2. Comal, Comal County
3-4. Frio, Real County… Read More

Collected Works Co. is the collaborative effort of Pacific Northwesterners Jacob Hinmon and Patrick Vail. Their original goal was to create beautiful, functional and durable products. The end result consists of a military-inspired duffle backpack and a series of corresponding auxiliary pouches. With all components being USA-made, the pack is designed with a long life-span in mind and features Horween Chromexcel leather sewn at Portland’s Tanner Goods. Complete with a fully waxed canvas exterior, the interior features modern touches like a laptop, iPad and phone pockets. Perfect for the wilderness or for the every-day pack around town.

Watch a video about Collected Works Co. here.
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Click here for Collected Works’ Kickstarter and for more info on ordering.… Read More

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I visited artist Andy Rementer recently in his Philadelphia studio to look at his new collab w/ Komono & Urban Outfitters. Read the full story with more photos and an interview here.… Read More

Over the past few months I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside the editorial direction of my girlfriend, Leigh Patterson, contributing some photography to the women’s brand Apiece Apart.
Click here to view the Suggestions features.… Read More

Above: some new work for UK magazine ‘Above Sea Level‘ for a feature on the terroir of the Central Californian Coast.

Photographer
Coley Brown
Annemarieke van Drimmelen

Reading
The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell

Listening
Grouper – Paradise Valley
Dustin O’Halloran – 3 Movements
Kjartan Sviensson – Der Klang der Offenbarung des Göttlichen

Watching
Blue Jay
Manchester By The Sea
The OA
20th Century Women… Read More