this wild heart
This beautiful bohemian-inspired master bedroom is the second of three interior projects I photographed for Esther of This Wild Heart. She drew inspiration from her trip to Joshua Tree National Park, bringing warm tones and textures into the room.
Head over to This Wild Heart to see where to get just about everything!
Esther of This Wild Heart created this Montessori-style playroom for her son. What’s a Montessori-style playroom, you ask? I had the same question and here’s what I learned.
The theory behind the Montessori Method is to create an intentional space that helps a child’s development. It’s supposed to encourage them to be more independent through the room’s design and layout.
One idea is to create an open space that allows kids to move freely. Here are some more ideas.
Keeping toys and books on low shelves makes them accessible to children so they can easily interact with them. This helps to keep activities within reach and children will be more engaged with them.
Include child-sized furniture to give them a comfortable place to read or play. A comfortable space creates a better environment for learning and play.
Leaving open space is like a blank canvas. It encourages kids to use their creativity and imagination. It also gives them space to move around.
Peg board: Gautier Studio
Mini letter pennants: Little Rose and Co.
Felt Plants: Contrabotanic
Alphabet Chalkboard: Chalk Full of Design
Tea set: Kolkid Raduga Grez Tea Set
Everything has a place. This creates a routine, which is highly beneficial for children. It may take time to develop the habit, but it’s meant to create order and teach them to put back their things in the same spot,
Many toys are wooden ones instead of battery-powered ones that light up or sing. The idea is to promote imagination and engagement so children develop their motor skills and focus when they’re not distracted by toys with flashing lights or noise.
To see where to get these toys and decor, head over to Esther’s blog post!
Esther of This Wild Heart partnered with Jowae, a French-Korean beauty brand and shared her daily skincare routine using their line of products.
Here are some of the final photos for their marketing campaign:
This series is from a partnership that Esther of This Wild Heart did with CeraVe to feature their Hydrating Cleanser and Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion.
Working with Esther of This Wild Heart has been such a joy because I’ve gotten to know her as a friend along the way. I recently photographed her partnership with JJ Cole as she and her family explored different neighbourhoods in Toronto, from the west to the east end. She’s put together a guide on Where to Visit in Toronto with Little Ones with indoor and outdoor places to play and explore, as well a list of family-friendly restaurants.
Here are a few highlights:
They started at Brodflour, a bakery in Liberty Village who bakes fresh sourdough in-house.
Next, a visit to Riverdale Farm, a farm in the city, to see the animals
Last stop, the famous rainbow mural tunnel in the Don Valley.
