Color Career Counselor - haha

http://www.careerpath.com/career-tests/colorcareercounselor.aspx

Best Occupational Category
You're a CREATOR

Keywords:

Nonconforming, Impulsive, Expressive, Romantic, Intuitive, Sensitive, and Emotional

These original types place a high value on aesthetic qualities and have a great need for self-expression. They enjoy working independently, being creative, using their imagination, and constantly learning something new. Fields of interest are art, drama, music, and writing or places where they can express, assemble, or implement creative ideas.

CREATOR OCCUPATIONS
Suggested careers are Advertising Executive, Architect, Web Designer, Creative Director, Public Relations, Fine or Commercial Artist, Interior Decorator, Lawyer, Librarian, Musician, Reporter, Art Teacher, Broadcaster, Technical Writer, English Teacher, Architect, Photographer, Medical Illustrator, Corporate Trainer, Author, Editor, Landscape Architect, Exhibit Builder, and Package Designer.

CREATOR WORKPLACES
Consider workplaces where you can create and improve beauty and aesthetic qualities. Unstructured, flexible organizations that allow self-expression work best with your free-spirited nature.

Suggested Creator workplaces are advertising, public relations, and interior decorating firms; artistic studios, theaters and concert halls; institutions that teach crafts, universities, music, and dance schools. Other workplaces to consider are art institutes, museums, libraries, and galleries.


2nd Best Occupational Category
You're an ORGANIZER

Keywords:

Self-Control, Practical, Self-Contained, Orderly, Systematic, Precise, and Accurate

These conservative appearing, plotting-types enjoy organizing, data systems, accounting, detail, and accuracy. They often enjoy mathematics and data management activities such as accounting and investment management. Persistence and patience allows them to do detailed paperwork, operate office machines, write business reports, and make charts and graphs.

Two Things

I limit myself when I create blogs... Anyway, my boyfriend picked up a new toy for me at an estate sale this past weekend:


It came with a generic telephoto lens, but the body still seems to be in good shape. We couldn't find the lens that originally went with it, (because I highly doubt the original owner went straight for the telephoto lens,) but we did manage to sneak a bunch of extras into the camera case...like a nearly brand new Yashica lens that doesn't fit the model, but is in great condition. Can't wait to get back into the picture-taking mode!!

And since music goes hand in hand with inspiration [for me], I thought I'd post a recent playlist:

Gossip - Four Letter Word
Arcade Fire - Ready to Start
Metric - Gold Guns Girls
Mumford & Sons - Little Lion Man
The XX - Crystalised
Brandon Flowers - Only the Young
The Constellations - Felicia
Robyn - Dancing On My Own
Miike Snow - Silvia
The Temper Trap - Love Lost
Scissor Sisters - Whole New Way

Boardwalk Empire

Below are some living spaces inspired by the new HBO series "Boardwalk Empire." So far, the show is spectacular--tons of sex and violence! I'm in love with the costume and set design; rich earthy browns, sages and creams, an abundance of silk and tweed. What fun to grow up in such a fashionable era!

Guest Bathroom Elements

I love this shower. I'm not ecstatic about the couch being so close, but I like the light and lines.






Textural tiles






I'm still debating my bathroom choices. As much as I love uniformity in a living space, I've always thought it would be neat to have a house with oddly-themed rooms, interesting layouts, and various designs. As I was scanning bathroom pictures, I found myself attracted to a lot of reds and blacks, (and apparently antlers.) For my master bathroom/bedroom, I want more of a natural, calming feel, but for a spare restroom, I think the bold colors and retro vibe come together nicely.

Guest Bathroom: A modern vintage appeal. Sleek floating vanities, Victorian-inspired mirrors, borderline minimalist design--but all warm enough to incorporate a claw-foot tub. Large tiles for the floor, but smaller tiles for either a shower area or sink back splash. Chrome or nickel accessories. Unique lighting.

(A lot of these inspirations were found on Delpha and Momoy.)

Study Elements

I know this is hard to see, but it's the library from the Disney movie "Beauty and the Beast." I've always had a crush on it.
















Once again, I found these pictures from a lot of different sources. I highly doubt anyone will stumble onto this blog and get angry about it, but if by some chance they do, I will be happy to give credit.

Study/Home Library: A very masculine, traditional feel. As much as I like contemporary furniture and modern designs, I think a library should be rich and cozy. At least two stories, half a dozen wooden ladders; a spiral staircase is a must. Shelves full of old encyclopedias, books I've never heard of, books I'll never have time to finish in a lifetime. An antique desk, maybe a banker's lamp. Very tall windows with red velvet curtains. Compasses, sundials, telescopes, nautical charting instruments, a wealth of stationary. Knowledge and history go hand in hand, and I want this space to feel as though you've stepped back in time. I want to sit down and feel enveloped by a decadent charm.

Backyard Elements

Sidenote: I couldn't find what I was hunting for, but the above picture kind of illustrates the idea I had in mind. Instead of the water running down the walkway, imagine a long stone table with a small groove cut along the length of the table. Water would trickle along the center and off the side into a shallow pool.

Backyard: A mish-mash of wispy and angular elements. Zen-like simplicity towards the main patio or deck, then a steady transformation into more of a romantic, whimsical feel. Systematic walkways branching off into a sort of ruinous clutter. As if the yard extends into an unknown habitat, (an organized effort to look unorganized.) I like the idea of secret spots: vine-covered trellises leading to private fountains, private bridges, etc...Perhaps an indoor patio as well, full of herbs and hanging plants. My ideal back yard includes privacy, the ability to entertain in small groups, and secluded retreats for reading, writing, etc...

(I apologize for not being more diligent in keeping track of all the sources for every picture. Mainly, it was popular sites like HGTV, Lowe's, Dezeen, and Pottery Barn, but I also found a spiffy site that's got a lot of great pictures and inspiration; it can be found here.)