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A Photo Walk Down Memory Lane
I love photography. Not just the act of taking photos, but the process. Coming up with a theme or being presented with an assignment and...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 12, 20252 min read


Adventure time - 3 Pools
Location: Marianne River, Blanchisseuse, North Coast, Trinidad Hiking Time: ~20 minutes Highlight: A natural rock waterslide between...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 11, 20253 min read


Pastels, Paint, and Letting Go
Tonight, my god-niece and I had a little art session. Neither of us is versed in creating with pastels, so I thought it would be fun to...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 10, 20253 min read


Book Club, But Make It Family
My Family Has a Book Club Our family book club was born in the middle of the pandemic, when my sister came up with the idea as a way...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 9, 20254 min read


Phone Snaps! Simple Tips to Instantly Improve Your Phone Photography of People
A little while back, I went to breakfast to support one of our little loves before her SEA exams. It was a moment of celebration, with...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 8, 20254 min read


Video Vibe: Touring Belmont’s Cultural Gems
In the video above, I’m sharing more from our recent cultural tour of Belmont, Trinidad! (If you missed the backstory, check out my...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 7, 20251 min read


Out and About in Belmont, Trinidad
As part of one of my courses called Dynamics of Caribbean Culture , each student was tasked with designing and hosting an immersive...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 6, 20254 min read


On Motherhood, Aunty Love, and the Warmth of Community
Motherhood. I’ve never experienced it firsthand, but I’ve watched with admiration as my friends step into the role with grace, grit,...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 5, 20252 min read


Returning to Restorative: A Little Evening Reset
When I lived in London during my master’s program, I found the most incredible yoga studio. It felt like a secret sanctuary—a peaceful...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 4, 20253 min read


So, This Happened. Breakfast Edition
Why do I feel like crying when I get really upset? It’s not sadness exactly—it’s more when I feel like I’ve been treated unfairly. It...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 3, 20253 min read


Through My Lens: Food & Flavor
I absolutely love food photography. There’s something magical about watching a meal come together—from the first ingredients hitting the...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 2, 20251 min read


Show and Tell – Jewelry 3
Years ago, one of my best friends gave me a beautiful silver pendant—a delicate outline of Trinidad and Tobago, with each island...

Ariann Mieka
Apr 1, 20253 min read


The Power of Gratitude: Finding Joy in the Simple Things
Today was a beautiful day. It started with a jolt—a phone call way too early for my liking—but after that moment of grogginess (and...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 31, 20252 min read


Architecture Tour: The Lost Beauty of the Salamat Ali House
This house no longer stands, but for many, the Salamat Ali House remains a cherished memory. Once a well-known traditional home, it...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 30, 20252 min read


Press, Paint, Play: Experimenting with Imprints and Textures
Yesterday, I watched an episode of The Art Assignment , where the featured artist used freshly cut bamboo to dip into paint and create...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 29, 20251 min read


Dip in the Collection.
I’ve been creating calendars that celebrate Trinidad and Tobago for 14 years! Each year, I choose a different theme that highlights the...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 28, 20254 min read


In Front My Lens: Friends, Memories, and Shared Journeys
I recently watched an episode from The Art Assignment , a video series where the host interviews different artists about their creative...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 27, 20251 min read


What I Eat in a Week as a Vegan in T&T: A Tobago Edition
Whenever people find out I'm vegan, the questions (and jokes) start rolling in. I've heard the same ones over and over, and while some...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 26, 20254 min read


Tried & Approved: A 20-Minute Yoga Flow for Busy Days
Lately, I’ve been compiling a list of my go-to online wellness routines since people often ask about my personal practice. From movement...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 25, 20251 min read


March (into April) Blog Challenge Part 3
For the past two years, I’ve taken on the challenge of blogging every day in March. This year, I planned to keep the tradition alive—but...

Ariann Mieka
Mar 24, 20251 min read
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