I was going through my old photos from a previous project and came across this image. It was perfect for my imaginary cover for Real Simple. (Photo & design- Martha Browne) Related Nibs posts- My Imaginary Magazine Cover Series Christmas Posts
Ever since I came up with this imaginary magazine cover for British Vogue, I’ve been playing with other fun designs. Here’s the latest one for ‘Southern Living.’ Note- Moving south to a much older place (early 1800s) has changed my whole approach to decorating. Our historical home rejected my notions of bright primaries as harsh. … Continue reading My Imaginary Magazine Cover- Southern Living
I couldn’t resist using an outtake image from my fireplace mantel series for an imaginary magazine cover of UK ‘Country Living.’ (Photo- © 2014 Martha Browne) Related Nibs posts- Imaginary Magazine Covers
Ever since I photographed Debbie as part of my Disfarmer series, I wanted to do her again. But not for another nostalgic shoot. This time I wanted something contemporary. We discussed several ideas and finally settled on Debbie’s love of dance. Once I saw the pictures, I couldn’t help but put her on my imaginary … Continue reading My Imaginary Magazine Cover- the gentlewoman
A portrait of Sophie worked well for my imaginary cover of the children’s magazine ‘papier mache.’ (Photo- © 2013 Martha Browne) Related Nibs posts- My Imaginary Magazine Cover Series
Early Fall and J.Crew always seem to go together in my mind. So…before Danielle headed back to college, I had her pose in several seasons worth of J.Crew clothing for this imaginary cover. My cue came from the 1990’s issues. Fashion details- J.Crew navy blue wool coat (2009), striped long sleeve shirt (2010) and pencil … Continue reading My Imaginary Magazine Cover- J.Crew
Not long ago I took a bunch of animal photos. I thought either of these two characters would make a fun cover for ‘modern farmer‘ magazine. (Photos- © 2013 Martha Browne) Related Nibs posts- My Imaginary Magazine Covers A Page From…
My sweet friend Danielle offered to do some modeling while home on break from college. I thought she was a natural for an imaginary cover of ‘oh comely.’ Fashion details- J.Peterman’s long cotton nightshirt and vintage corduroy vest. (Photo- © 2013 Martha Browne) Related Nibs posts- My Imaginary Magazine Covers- British Vogue, The World Of … Continue reading My Imaginary Magazine Cover- oh comely
I know…not quite the imaginary cover you were expecting. I just couldn’t resist tweaking one of my photos into this Elle Decor business reply card. (Photo- Martha B.) Related Nibs posts- My Imaginary Magazine Covers- British Vogue, The World Of Interiors, This Old House, Marie Claire Maison, Saveur, LensWork, Organic Gardening, Frankie, House Beautiful, Anthropologie … Continue reading My Imaginary Magazine Cover- Elle Decor
I thought I’d kick off the new year with one of my imaginary magazine covers. This time for Anthropologie. Margot let Hillary model her grandmother’s silk dress for the shoot. And the location? Can you believe I found this thick garden of bamboo by the side of the road?! Fashion details- Handmade dress from Asia … Continue reading My Imaginary Magazine Cover- Anthropologie
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