Artistry: A Spotlight on Alexandra (Twirling Pages)
In my travels of the internet, I come across very talented people. Writers, photographers, painters, drawers, graphic designers. And when I find these artist’s beautiful work, I want to share it with as many people as possible. So that is why I decided to create Artistry: A Spotlight. To showcase some of the art that I come across. I hope you enjoy these artists as much as I do.
Today I’m spotlighting one of my FAVOURITE Instagram bookstagrammers (IDK if that’s the right term, but I’m rolling with it). Alexandra seriously takes the most BEAUTIFUL AND PRETTY photos, and whenever I look at them I feel all floaty :D (I want to take photos as pretty as hers) I hope you enjoy this spotlight!
1. What inspired you to take up photography?
i actually have no idea when i got into photography. i’m a visual person and tend to gravitate towards pictures. when Instagram was launched years ago, i immediately fell in love with the platform. i still don’t reeeaally consider myself a photographer because having an Instagram doesn’t automatically label you as “photographer.” i remember finding a ton of gorgeous Instagram accounts and thinking, “i want to take pictures like THAT and be super artsy.” yes, i know that sounds kinda lame but WHATEVER that’s how i got into photography!
2. What’s your favourite photo that you’ve ever taken?
my favorite photo i’ve taken might be a bit biased because it’s very recent. i always like my self-timer photos better because i never know if it’s in focus on me; i need to play both the roles photographer and model, which makes it so exciting, challenging, and fun. there are also some others that surprised me at how nice they turned out!
3. How would you describe your photography style?
4. What’s your favourite word and why?
“twirling” is my favorite word for a few reasons. 1) it’s actually a pun with my last name – ling! get it? twirLING. 2) it’s also my favorite step in ballet, which is turning. 3) the word itself isn’t super popular (and by that i mean, people tend to think of “turning” instead) and has a light sound. i’m a lover of puns and i feel like this word is basically a pun for my life put into two syllables so i tend to overuse it. *hides*
I hope you enjoyed looking at all these absolutely gorgeous photos! I absolutely adore every photo that Alexandra takes *heart eyes* INSTAGRAM GOALS (somewhat unachievable, but still).
If you want to know more about Alexandra, here are some linky dinks:
Blog – Goodreads – Instagram – Tumblr – Facebook – Twitter
Until next time,
thank you thank you thank you, chiara for the feature/interview! it was so fun answering these questions. i’m so honored as well since YOU’RE ONE OF MY FAVE BLOGGERS *heart eyes*
Thank YOU for agreeing to do it, lovely! It’s so much fun spotlighting artists that I love :D EEP, THANK YOUUUU <3
Gorgeous pics and I love how her bookshelves are colour inspired! I need to join Instagram – seems like there’s a whole world of interior design and books out there that I’m missing out on! But then twitter would miss me… and Pinterest… Ah, too much technology!
I know, right? I want a room like Alexandra’s :D Instagram is absolutely gorgeous! I’m not as active on there as I should be, though, haha.
*all the heart eyes*
I adore Alexandra’s blog not just for her fabulous posts but also her gorgeous photography! Her instagram is every book lover’s goals but like chiara said, a lil out of reach for not-so-talented photographers. ;)
I love that ‘twirling pages’ is actually a pun-tastic play on your own name and as well as ballet reference! So cool. :D
SAME.
I LOVE Alexandra’s photography, as well. I seriously wish I had that kind of skill! And that bedroom <3
(I love the name thing, too. SUPER AWESOME.)
What a punmaster XD Her photos are amazing, definitely going to follow her blog and instagram like now! I’m always so inspired by people like her to give photography a try but let’s be honest, I would be trash XD
Puns are amazing!
I’m glad you found a new blog and Instagram to follow, Prima :D
UGH, same. I try with Instagram but I don’t think I’ll ever achieve this kind of perfection *.*
Ooh yes! Alexandra’s bookstagram account always take the best and cutest pictures, and her blog is also amazing<33
Her account is so beautiful! I love seeing her photos pop up on my feed. :D
Ahhh, YES Alexandra’s bookstagram GIVES LIFE BASICALLY. I adore her photos and I love the more lighter airy feel. It’s so so sooo pretty. And her bedroom is amazing too. XD I LOVE THAT WALL. #goals
I KNOW, RIGHT. SO PERFECT. I want her bedroom sooooo badly, haha XD
AHHHH those photos!! SO PRETTY. I’m only just getting into Instagram now and I love it so much. If only I could one day have 1/10 of her photo-taking skills ;)
I KNOW, RIGHT? PERFECTION. Instagram is pretty addictive! Although I am terrible at consistently posting photos, haha.
I feel you. I want some of her talent. Even a little bit! XD
This is a fantastic feature! I basically worship Alexandra’s bookstagram ‘cos they’re ALL SO BEAUTIFUL and they have such a coherent style! Gah, that wall is sooooo pretty. I just started book photography and this feature came at a fantastic time! :D
Thank you! <3 SO BEAUTIFUL. I want to take her room and make it my own, haha XD And I love her consistent style, too. Mine is all over the place XD Oh, yay!
Ohmygod, Chiara, your room is GOALS. I aspire to have a room like this one day – it’s so pretty, and I love the assortment of pictures and posters in the back. I love your photography style – it’s sort of inspiring me to start my own Instagram? idk. Also: you’re beautiful <3
Ahhh, if only that was my room you spoke of, haha XD I actually spotlighted one of my favourite Instagrammers in this post – Alexandra! So it is her room that is goals. It really is, though. I WANT IT. And you should start an Instagram! It’s super fun :D And Alexandra is beautiful ^.^
Oh! Alexandra is one of my favourite bookstagrammers ever ever ever – her style is so beautiful and airy and colourful. And her passion for words is evident in every single caption she writes – it’s just such a wonder to behold. Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful interview, Chiara & Alexandra. <3
SAME. I am kind of obsessed with her Instagram, if I am being honest, haha XD I’m glad you love it, too! No problem, lovely <3 I'm so glad you enjoyed it!