I usually never make serious resolutions for the new year. When I make resolutions, they are typical and not taken seriously- like getting organized, or working out. Although I did discover my love for working out, but that came unrelated to resolutions. 

This year I do want to make it a mission to be creative, make, and collaborate as much as possible. This means whatever it maybe - starting my art, growing in photo, reaching out to fellow creatives, or working on my blog. I want to be in a constant state of making. So far I think I have a good start, I went to a photo meet up on the New Years Day and met over 200 photographers as part of the instagram group Pursuit of Portraits. I have already reached out to a few area photographers for meeting up, and collaborating, and making that happen. I also have been creating a studio area for some visual art! I have a feeling this year is going to be a good one. 2018 is gonna be my year. 

This shoot was done at the end of 2017, with one of my first connections back here in Ohio. Lindsey Poy's photos are magic. I always love seeing her new photos, check her pics here. I can't wait to hang out more, collaborate and feed off of her creative energy. 

I also loved this outfit. How perfect and easy is this blush, velvet, hoodie-dress? I threw on some OTK boots, and my stack of Alex and Ani's and I was good to go. 

What are some things you are working on this year?

Xo Zafi

Dreamy and comfy: that describes both my outfit and location today. First, I love exploring and frolicking around DUMBO, so fun. One of my favorite things; Jane's Carousel. I always have loved carousels, something about the lights, movement, music.. they are so magical and whimsical. Fun fact- Jane's Carousel is originally an old carousel that was in an abandoned amusement park from Youngstown, Ohio. They had it brought all the way to NYC where they refurbished the ride. I like to know that something so magical comes from my home state of Ohio. 

Now for the comfy... The minute I saw the Jaxon Henley at Free People I knew I had to have it. Especially this dreamy blush color. I love any type of waffle tee, so this was a must. I also enjoy the illusion that it is two shirts, like the waffle shirt is under a cuffed tee. I wore this shirt with some black leggings, and combat boots. Lastly, I continued the rose color in wearing a rose gold choker, and pink mirrored sunnies. I seriously cannot stop wearing this tee, it comes in other colors... get yours here!

Shirt: Free People | Choker: Free People | Sunglasses: LOFT | Photography: Rachel Hanon

I've been shooting so much lately and have had bunches of great shoots ahead! Here is some fun with blogger Abstract Smile at the New York Public Library. She is always so fierce! 

Xo. Zafi

It was so great to reconnect with friends from home in Ohio. It was even so great to see friends as great as Emily and Vicki.. our session was full of fun frolicking around Central Park and tons of laughs!