by Erica J Mitchell | Oct 1, 2013 | Project — The Sustainable Photography Project
Recently, I had the opportunity to exit the city and enter the county. I explored Converging Creeks Farm which operates Food|Waves (www.foodwaves.org) and sells their produce at our local farmers market at PSU (www.portlandfarmersmarket.org/) and is an advocate for sustainable agriculture. I was able to photograph all aspects of the farm from turkeys and goats to harvesting squash and planting lettuce – I even experienced a fresh meal picked right from the farm; which by the way was fantastic. The entire day was filled with new knowledge and information about fresh food, cooking methods and the inner workings of a farm community. I loved the outdoor kitchen area and the two little puppies running around carelessly. It was an amazingly different day from my city life.
Special thanks to Co-Executive Director Nathan McFall, Alicia Milligan and intern Jessica McNaughton for allowing me to showcase a vibrant alternative and fruitful example of living from the land.
Details about Food|Waves
A Non-Profit Bringing
SOCIAL • AGRICULTURAL • ENVIRONMENTAL
Solutions to the Global Table
About Food Waves
Food|Waves promotes sust-ainable agriculture as a long-term solution to major environmental issues facing the overall health of the world’s soil, water and people. Our aim is to develop future farmers by providing the technical and financial support necessary to learn how to grow organic food for local consumers.
http://www.foodwaves.org
by Erica J Mitchell | Jul 19, 2013 | Project — The Sustainable Photography Project
A long term project of mine is to capture, connect and learn about the fundamentals of mindful agriculture and clean products. It is my goal to use my photography as instruments to provide documentation of sustainable practices to the public.
Most recently, I had the gracious opportunity to explore Sunbow Farm, founder of the Oregon Tilth, which is located just outside of Corvallis, OR. Harry and Cheri were wonderful hosts and I will not forget my time there. Harry gave me a full tour of the farm and described his personal processes of maintaining acres of food for the community. Needless to say, I was blown away. As a child of consumerism I was not exposed to the organic process or the relationship to the dirt/earth, for me it came in a box and I didn’t know anything different.
For years I have been learning about how food is grown and harvested outside of the boxes I’ve to consumed. This was my first time on an organically maintained farm, I was at the source of my project.
With an abundance of sunshine,
Erica
http://www.sunbowfarm.org/
Sunbow Farm, Corvallis, OR
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by Erica J Mitchell | Jun 18, 2013 | Event : Feature, Portfolio — Photojournalism, Project — The Sustainable Photography Project
Summer Kramer
Summer Skin Clothing
http://yoursummerskin.com/
I had the opportunity to document Summer Kramer’s fundraising event held at Union Pine. It was a wonderful party with a silent auction, raffle and plenty of delectable food catered by Laurelhurst Market. All proceeds from the bar were donated toward to charity for skin cancer. Summer developed a clothing line that she could wear. After surviving skin cancer it was important for her clothing to protect her skin. All items are made with a SPF of 50 and made in the USA.
Read more about Summer Skin
“The way we live and play in the sun is changing. Spread the word.”
by Erica J Mitchell | Mar 19, 2013 | Project — The Sustainable Photography Project, Travel — Portland Farmers Market, Travel — Portland, Oregon
I went to the Portland Farmers Market this past Saturday for their opening day. There was so much fresh food, hand crafted treats and children playing – it felt like summer! Well, except for the brief shower of rain which seemed to give everyone a quiet moment to explore and enjoy themselves while waiting under shelter.
I have a huge bag of produce and tasty treats to work through, life can’t get better than this!
Buy Local!
Portland Farmers Market
Saturdays from 8:30am-2pm
http://www.portlandfarmersmarket.org/
Photographs from the opening day of 2013 Portland Farmers Market season.
by Erica J Mitchell | Sep 30, 2012 | Category — Art, Project — The Sustainable Photography Project, Travel — Columbia Gorge, Mt. Hood, Travel — Portland, Oregon
Hundreds of hikers take to the beautiful Columbia Gorge for a day of exploration and forest bathing. Along the trail of Wahkeena Falls, a 7 mile loop of Multnomah Falls, one can find many treasures. I stumbled upon a display of art constructed of natural materials. Three rock sculptures are placed on the east side of the trail for passersby to inspect and enjoy. Each piece is unique with it’s own personality. I had a blast photographing these temporary pieces of art!
Location: Wahkeena Falls Trail, Columbia Gorge, Oregon
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by Erica J Mitchell | Sep 27, 2012 | Pictures of the Day, Project — The Sustainable Photography Project, Travel — Portland Farmers Market, Travel — Portland, Oregon
Heirloom tomatoes are open-pollinated, non-hybrid tomatoes and have become increasing popular and readily available for their unique taste. Heirloom tomatoes have a very unique look comparatively, and are strikingly to me. These photographs are from the most recent Portland Farmers Market held at the Portland State University on Saturdays from 8:30am-2pm.
Cheers!
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